A source within the Ministry of Interior has revealed to Syria TV that a “terrorist plot” targeting the capital, Damascus, has been successfully thwarted.
Egyptian foreign policy analyst Mohamed Kamal told Syria TV that reactivating the Egyptian-Syrian track reflects a calculated move in a region where the rules are shifting.
Three years after the devastating earthquake of February 6, 2023, the grave of seven-year-old Islam al-Rifai stands as a quiet rebuke, Daraj writes.
A visitor praised what he described as a “wide margin of freedom,” pleased that “all intellectual currents are present with their books.”
With the SDF file nearing resolution, attention is shifting southward to Suweida province, Ultra Syria writes.
A striking paradox lies in the fact that the PKK—long a military tool of the former regime —now opposes a system that has officially recognized the Kurds as an integral component of society, Abdul Hakim Bashar argues in Al-Thawra.
Repeated statements by U.S. officials emphasized support for the new Syrian authority and for a unified Syrian state, Faisal Alloush argues in Ultra Syria.
Amid the Ministry of Energy’s silence and evasive responses, calls for public protest are growing, al-Hal writes.
Turkish Ambassador to Syria, Nuh Yılmaz, stated that a diplomatic delegation conducted a field inspection at the Damascus airport to monitor the installation phases of the radar system supplied from Turkey, according to SHAAM.
The Ministry of Higher Education cannot afford to be a passive observer, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Many analysts contend that the March Agreement has already lost much of its substance, Ultra Syria writes.
This assault also lays bare the regime’s complete subservience to Turkey, Mohammad Dibo claims.
Turkish exports to Syria rose to $2.6 billion in 2025, Enab Baladi writes.
The currency change has come without the level of national consultation that a decision of this magnitude requires, Wael Sawah argues.
The clashes come at a sensitive moment in relations between Damascus and the SDF
The Syrian Minister stressed that “the al-Jazira region is a national priority,” warning that “any delay in integrating the SDF into state institutions will negatively affect reconstruction efforts.”
UNHCR’s representative in Syria, Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, said that approximately 1.3 million Syrian refugees have already returned since December 2024
The decisions shaping Syria’s future are being written from within.
Political researcher Abdullah al-Kheir argued that the United States has adopted a firm position against political decentralisation or federalism in Syria, asserting that Barak’s comments reflect a strategic orientation rather than a personal view.
Transitional justice is frequently cited as the way forward, but without political will, it remains a slogan—not a solution.
Syria’s first post-Assad year closes with an impressive portfolio of diplomatic achievements, many argue, secured at the cost of domestic stagnation.
Since October 2024, Syrians under temporary protection have been exempt from Turkey’s typically stringent foreign work-permit regime. But a new decree changes that dynamic entirely.
For Trump, insiders suggest, the ultimate signal of engagement lies not in hosting but in visiting.
The Syrian General Authority of Civil Aviation has formally announced the signing of final contracts for the investment, development, construction and operation of Damascus International Airport
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What remains of Israel’s leverage is largely rhetorical, Iyad al-Jaafari argues in Syria TV.
A Russian delegation visited Damascus, accompanied by a Turkish counterpart, to conduct high-level security talk, according to al-Hal.
Syria TV reports that discussions will focus on sensitive matters, including the mechanism for integrating SDF forces into the national army.
True reconstruction requires a stable and secure domestic environment, a legislative framework attractive to foreign investors, modern banking regulations, robust anti-corruption measures, and equitable implementation of national projects, Faisal Alloush argues in Ultra Syria.
The upcoming round will take place in the Syrian capital and aims to begin implementation of the March 10 Accord, al-Hal reports.
During his visit to Riyadh, Sharaa reportedly met with executives from Hilton, Accor, and Bombardier to explore opportunities in tourism and infrastructure.
At its core, the Hassakeh temple dispute extends beyond theology. It has become a litmus test for Yazidi unity, Daraj writes.
Ibrahim Kaban, director of the Geostrategic Studies Network, told 963+ that Saudi and Gulf support is “not rooted in ideological alignment but in shared strategic interests.”
Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad Shibani praised Turkey’s extensive support for Syria during the transitional phase, noting that “Syria has made tangible progress in several fields within a few months.”
Dalati was aboard the Turkish vessel Al-Dhamir (“The Conscience”), one of the ships participating in the flotilla headed toward Gaza.
The President of Turkey’s Higher Education Council, Erol Özvar, announced a new academic initiative in partnership with Syria: the establishment of the “Turkish–Syrian Friendship University” in the Syrian capital, Damascus.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has previously made clear that Turkey will not tolerate the presence of any “terrorist organizations” on Syrian soil, Shaam writes.
The Syrian flag raised at this strategic border crossing can be read as a symbolic gesture by the Autonomous Administration affirming its commitment to Syria’s territorial unity.
Turning to U.S.-Syria relations, Shibani described the policy of U.S. President Donald Trump after the Assad regime’s collapse as “positive and deserving of the Syrian people’s respect.”
George Kadr comments on reports of a reconciliation between Sharaa and Jihad Issa al-Sheikh, known by his nom de guerre “Abu Ahmad Zukour.
Sharaa, meanwhile, stated that Damascus had persuaded Ankara to hold off on military operations against the SDF following Assad’s ouster, giving negotiations a chance
Olabi voiced disappointment at the pace of progress, calling it “frustrating.”
Turkish Transport and Infrastructure Minister said Turkey would back the completion of the remaining superstructure of the Hejaz Railway in Syrian territory
In Turkey, the city of Gaziantep has witnessed a notable wave of returns since the fall of the previous Syrian regime, al-Hal writes.
“We must rebuild ties directly and properly. I hope to meet President Trump again to move this forward,” Sharaa said.
Women like Suad, a 38-year-old widow and mother of three, begin their day at dawn. After preparing breakfast, she leaves her children with relatives and sets out with her bag of products.
Sharaa revealed that a deal was close in July but stalled after the Suweida events, according to Syria TV
On May 20, 2025, Kalin held a landmark meeting with Syrian intelligence chief Hussein al-Salama in the Syrian capital
Turkey has accused the SDF of exploiting the ongoing Israeli crisis in Syria to strengthen its territorial control.
Tarek Wahbi characterised the SDF–Turkey dialogue as a breakthrough largely driven by political shifts inside Turkey, +963 writes.
Qabalan identified Syria’s internal sectarian divisions as its most pressing challenge.
The strikes occurred ahead of a scheduled meeting between Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani, under US mediation.
The Ankara meeting marks a pragmatic step towards reconstructing Syria’s defence infrastructure, Syria TV argues.
Contacts between the SDF and Ankara suggest a tentative thaw, reminiscent of Turkey’s pivot toward Masoud Barzani’s Kurdistan Regional Government.
Ilham Ahmed, co-chair of the AANES foreign relations department, met with Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad al-Shibani, signalling potential progress in negotiations, Al-Hal reports.
The formation of the PCCWS is emblematic of a growing trend towards regional autonomy or federalism in Syria, Ultra Syria writes.
The transitional government in Damascus lacks both popular legitimacy and an electoral mandate to make concessions on Syria’s sovereignty, Marwan Kablan argues in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The emergency session of the OIC was convened to address recent developments in the continuing Israeli offensive in Palestine.
President Sharaa sought to define his political identity in sharp contrast to the dominant forces that have shaped regional upheaval over the past decade, al-Hal argues.
The Economist explores Syria’s shifting political landscape under President Ahmad al-Sharaa, tracing a path from initial optimism to a resurgence of authoritarianism.
Damascus views a renewed Russian presence as a potential deterrent against Israeli airstrikes, which Tel Aviv argues are aimed at protecting the Druze community and maintaining control over the Golan Heights buffer zone.
Returning to Aleppo is a journey marked by contradiction—euphoria at liberation coupled with the heavy burden of loss and the daunting challenge of reconstruction.
According to a recent report by The National, the Syrian army is preparing a large-scale operation to retake the two provinces—a move that could alter the balance of power in Syria’s northeast.
Abu Bakr was one of the most recognized figures of the armed opposition.
Preparations are under way in the French capital for a meeting between President Emmanuel Macron and Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) commander Mazloum Abdi, according to a well-informed source.
Turkey and Syria have signed a significant military cooperation agreement aimed at bolstering Syria’s defense capabilities and fostering regional stability. This agreement marks a pivotal step in the growing relationship between Ankara and Damascus, following the overthrow of the Assad regime in 2024.
Russia’s involvement in Qamishli dates back to late 2019, when it positioned itself as a buffer force between the SDF and Turkish troops, Daraj writes.
The incident marks the second reported attack in recent days, Syria TV writes.
A senior French diplomatic source told 963+ on Monday that negotiations between the SDF and Syria’s transitional government remain “active and under discussion” in Paris.
Analysts say Israel’s strategic interest lies in maintaining Suweida as a buffer zone rather than absorbing it, Mohammad Al-Salloum argues
The discussions addressed Israeli actions and statements, which Turkey views as a threat to Syria’s stability and regional security, Syria TV reports.
2,069 civilians were killed in March.
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz reaffirmed Turkey’s continued support for Syria’s institutional stability and inclusive governance.
Salama’s ascent mirrors a recurring theme in conflict transitions—armed factions evolving into economic actors, al-Hal argues.
Analysts view Damascus’ outreach as both pragmatic and strategic, Syria TV writes.
This visit represents the most significant development in ties between the new Syrian administration and Russia, the principal backer of ousted president Bashar al-Assad, Syria TV writes.
Mohammad al-Bashir confirmed that, beginning 2 August, Syria will receive 3.4 million cubic metres of Azerbaijani gas per day via Turkey, Baladi News writes.
Abdi confirmed ongoing communication with Turkey, noting that discussions have been positive, particularly in maintaining a ceasefire, al-Modon writes.
The Syrian delegation reaffirmed national principles, notably the unity of Syrian territory and rejection of all foreign military presence deemed illegal.
The meeting marks a historic first in the wake of rapidly shifting geopolitical dynamics in southern Syria—particularly the bloody events that have rocked the province of Suweida in recent weeks.
Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime on December 8, 2024, Ankara has been working to strengthen its relations with Syria’s new administration across all fields.
The Syrian transitional authorities have demonstrated a deep disconnect from the foundational ideals of the revolution they claim to represent, Khaled Waleed Sarhan writes The Syrian Observer.
According to SNHR, among the dead are 17 women, 11 children, 6 medical personnel, and 2 media workers
Erdoğan stated that Syria has regained control over Suweida and its surroundings, adding that “the Syrian people, across all their communities, have learned from past suffering and reject being drawn into these schemes.”
Hazem al-Ghabra, former advisor at the U.S. State Department, stated that Washington is closely monitoring developments in Syria, according to Syria TV.
The phone call marks a significant moment in Turkish-Syrian relations, particularly in the context of Turkey’s evolving role in post-Assad Syria.
Photos obtained by Syria TV from the scene reveal the extent of the destruction.
The fires have exposed systemic gaps in Syria’s environmental governance, Daraj writes.
The wildfires, primarily affecting the Lattakia governorate, have coincided with smaller blazes across various regions of the country, Ultra Syria writes.
Israeli media suggests the Golan issue may no longer be a red line in future negotiations.
The investigation, based on field testimonies, satellite imagery, and internal communications, points to a chain of command that runs through the Ministry of Defense, with particular focus on its spokesperson, Hassan Abdel Ghani.
The complaint, brought by human rights advocate Imadeddin Al-Muntasser, claims that the defendants misused their political visibility and past affiliations with the Syrian opposition to lure investments into what he describes as fake ventures.
The Syrian Ministry of Information has firmly denied widespread media reports claiming that President Ahmad al-Sharaa survived an assassination attempt during a recent visit to the southern province of Daraa.
Legal experts argue that the current nationality law violates Syria’s own constitutional principles as well as its international commitments, Syria TV writes.
The Damascus Governorate issued a detailed statement Thursday morning clarifying the nature of the Qasioun redevelopment project and providing specifics about the work carried out over the past two months, Syria TV writes.
Betting on warlords may provide short-term stability, but it undermines Syria’s fragile social fabric, Shilan Sheikh Musa writes in Al-Hal.
While rumours of conscription’s return continue to circulate, there is little evidence suggesting that Syria is abandoning its new military trajectory, 963 writes.
This economic outreach comes amid an expanding Emirati footprint in Syria’s port infrastructure, 963 writes.
Despite concerns about Sharaa’s background, Israeli officials now describe him as pragmatic and independent of Ankara, according to Axios.
The transitional government inherited, as economist Mohib Saleha of the Arab International University puts it to 963 media, “a shattered economy plagued by hyperinflation, stagnant growth, exorbitant energy and transportation costs, low wages, currency depreciation, and widespread supply bottlenecks.”
Political researcher Sarkis Qassarjian sees U.S. policy in Syria as part of a wider effort to deconflict regional rivalries and create space for long-term economic projects, Ultra Syria writes.
The Dutch government’s report does not offer policy recommendations but presents a clear-eyed assessment of Syria’s volatile new reality
U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barak confirmed to the agency that Washington had reached a “verbal understanding” with the Syrian transitional government regarding the plan
The Turkish announcement comes amid reports that Syria’s transitional government has launched an ambitious plan to build a unified national army, Ultra Syria writes.
Ahmad al-Sharaa’s administration may have succeeded the Assad regime, but it has yet to dismantle the political architecture of fear, fragmentation and mistrust that it inherited
Barak praised the evolving cooperation between the United States and Turkey on Syria, according to Syria TV.
The SNHR said that the persistence of civilian deaths, even in the post-Assad phase, underscores the fragility of Syria’s transition.
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has described the recent visit of Syrian Transitional President Ahmad al-Sharaa to Turkey as a “significant turning point” in the bilateral relationship.
SANA described the event as a “practical indicator of a new phase” in Syrian-American relations, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
The agreement, signed on Thursday by the Ministry of Energy, will see the development of four combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plants in the provinces of Deir ez-Zor, Hama (Mhardeh and Zeizoun), and Homs (Tirfawi), 963 writes.
This development comes amid a broader campaign by Syria’s Drug Enforcement Administration, which continues to announce significant narcotics seizures across multiple provinces, al-Modon writes.
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The meeting, which brought together top officials from both governments, was held away from the media spotlight, al-Hal writes.
The renewed U.S. diplomatic engagement in Syria follows a series of rapid developments, Syria TV writes.
Erdoğan explained, in statements made aboard his plane during his return from a visit to Hungary, that lifting sanctions on Syria “demonstrates how constructive Turkish diplomacy yields results.”
Turkey’s message to Damascus is clear: it supports Syrian reunification, so long as Kurdish military autonomy is eliminated, al-Hal writes.
Ford reflected on what America can still offer: not troops, but training.
As the transitional government in Damascus, led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa, seeks to reestablish the country’s sovereignty and legitimacy, a critical window has opened for Syria to move from isolation to engagement.
ISIS’s appeal is unlikely to resonate with most foreign fighters, Manhal Barish writes in al-Quds al-Araby,
Syria’s Minister of Health, Dr. Musab al-Ali, joined delegates from WHO member states in a symbolic development, Syria TV writes.
Rubio’s remarks came just hours ahead of his scheduled meeting in Antalya with Syria’s interim Foreign Minister, Asaad Shibani.
The Sharaa-Trump encounter was far more than a ceremonial handshake, Syria TV writes.
In a nationally televised address, Sharaa described the recent lifting of international sanctions as a “historic turning point.
While the transitional government led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa pledges reform and unity, many senior military officials have direct links to past violations.
Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Housriyeh described the sanctions relief as critical for restoring monetary stability. “This is not just an economic shift—it is a psychological one,” he said.
Abu Hatam Shaqra remains on the U.S. terrorism watchlist for alleged involvement in kidnapping, torture, and extrajudicial killings
Shibani confirmed that Syria is actively implementing an agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces to reintegrate northeastern regions under central government authority.
Hakan Fidan reaffirmed Turkey’s strong support for Syria’s territorial integrity
Azerbaijan’s approach mirrors broader trends in global energy diplomacy, akin to China’s engagement in Africa or Russia’s energy-based influence in Libya, Syria TV writes.
To shield itself from Israel, Syria has to remove the very vulnerabilities iit exploits—sectarian divisions, weak institutions, and a fractured social contract, Marwan Kabalan writes.
When Syria signed its biggest investment deal in years, it wasn’t just about containers and cranes—it was a message to Turkey, Europe, and the world.
According to Israel’s Channel N12, citing the Turkish opposition outlet Sozcu, Turkish F-16s conducted reconnaissance flights in the same area where Israeli jets were operating and issued “warning messages” via electronic warfare systems, al-Modon writes.
It remains unclear whether Washington has formally responded to the Syrian communication.
The Kurdish leader underscored the importance of recognising the Kurds as a fundamental component of the country, along with the rights to mother-tongue education, political participation, and the protection of women’s rights
While the document covers wide-ranging security issues, it notably omits concrete demands for the establishment of a transitional government, constitutional reform, or implementation of transitional justice.
Price declines offer temporary relief, yet poverty and wage disparities deepen amid fragmented governance
The meeting reflected a shared willingness by both Damascus and Erbil to recalibrate their bilateral relations and open direct lines of communication, 963 writes.
Japan Pledged an Additional €3 Million to Syria Recovery Trust Fund, Syria TV writes.
In the absence of a clearly defined Syria policy, two competing currents have emerged within the US administration, united only in their satisfaction over the fall of the Assad regime, Marwan Qabalan writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Shops in many Syrian cities are now largely deserted, as both traders and consumers adopt a wait-and-see approach, al-Hal writes.
A forensic analysis conducted by SMEX reveals that the app suffers from serious technical and legal shortcomings.
A panel discussion on Syria, held Saturday at the Antalya Diplomatic Forum in Turkey, proceeded without a single Syrian speaker—a conspicuous omission that drew immediate questions from the audience and sparked criticism over representation.
In recent days, the area around the Teishrin Dam has experienced a marked calm following months of deadly confrontations, North Press reports.
Israeli intelligence believes that Syria’s new government is working to restore military installations and missile systems in the country’s south, Shaam writes.
Diplomatic sources say Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan are expected to meet in Ankara soon to discuss a bilateral defense agreement, Syria TV writes.
Analysts and former officials have noted that PKK-linked figures, many of whom are non-Syrians from Turkey or Iran, continue to hold sensitive leadership roles within the SDF’s intelligence branches and special forces, Enab Baladi writes.
Alawite Syrians stood on the periphery of the national dream, entangled in a dense net of state-manufactured illusions and fears, Wael Sawah writes.
Sources have noted Israeli security consultations regarding Syria’s shifting landscape, particularly the possible transfer of areas near Palmyra to Turkish control in exchange for economic and military support for Damascus, Shaam writes.
According to Le Figaro, the Biden administration, through the mediation of Oman, proposed confidential discussions in Muscat aimed at resolving key issues, including the fate of missing American journalist Austin Tice
Syria’s only viable option is to engage in robust diplomatic efforts, rallying both Arab and international support to pressure Israel into halting its raids, +963 writes.
For a free market economy to succeed, Syria must first boost productivity across all sectors, particularly industry, Paula Attia argues in 963.
While Turkey has not commented on the incident, the attack is part of a broader pattern of escalating violence in northern Syria, where drone strikes have become increasingly common amid ongoing tensions between Ankara and Kurdish-led forces.
Cevdet Yılmaz further expressed confidence that, with strong support from Turkey, Syria would become a stable, strong, and prosperous nation.
U.S. mediation was prompted by growing military indications that President Donald Trump’s administration was seriously considering withdrawing American forces from Syria in the near future
Tel Aviv views a major challenge in Trump’s intention to withdraw U.S. forces from Syria, Shaam reports.
The formation of the Civil Peace Committee underscores the Syrian government’s efforts to mend the fractures left by the Assad regime, Syria TV argues.
As geopolitical transformations continue to reshape the world order, Turkey emerges as a power adept at capitalizing on shifting realities, Samir al-Taqi writes in Naharnet.
Syria’s new leadership, under President Ahmed al-Sharaa, is demonstrating a pragmatic approach to international relations
The UK’s decision comes just a week after the EU suspended certain sanctions targeting Syria’s banking, energy, and transportation sectors.
Kurdish leaders remain wary of Damascus, citing a long history of oppression and exclusion.
Israel’s intentions are becoming increasingly evident through both public and private statements by its leadership, al-Modon writes.
Jailed Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan, founder of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), has called for the group’s disarmament and dissolution, marking a potential turning point in its decades-long conflict with Turkey.
Apparent consolidation of power masks a history of rivalry and ideological divergence.
Syria TV has learned from Iraqi political sources that Baghdad is preparing to receive Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani in the coming period, signaling a shift in relations from intelligence-level coordination to full political engagement.
Turkey’s support for Syria’s financial system is also part of its broader efforts to increase its influence in the region, Enab Baladi says,
The notion of reconciliation with the financial figures of the Assad era has sparked widespread concerns, Iyad al-Jaafari writes in Al-Modon.
These visits, spanning Idlib, Aleppo, Afrin, Latakia, and Tartous, were not just ceremonial but aimed at reassuring the population, consolidating power, and addressing key security and economic concerns.
Turkish Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu confirmed that Turkey has dispatched a 25-member technical team to Syria as part of an effort to restore and develop the airport
The administration recognizes that economic recovery is essential to achieving political and social stability, Shaam writes.
Key differences remain between the NATO allies—chief among them, the Syrian Democratic Forces, Enab Baladi writes.
Awda may have expected the Ministry of Defense to acknowledge his early arrival in Damascus and his subsequent trouble-free withdrawal by granting him a prominent leadership position in the ministry, Annahar writes.
The Turkish newspaper Türkiye Gazetesi has revealed an Iranian plan to overthrow President Ahmad al-Sharaa and his government through a military coup, orchestrated during a secret meeting in Najaf, Iraq.
Diplomatic sources revealed to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed earlier that an unannounced meeting between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Ati and his Syrian counterpart Asaad al-Shibani took place in the Turkish capital Ankara.
In his long-awaited address to the Syrian people, President Ahmad al-Sharaa sought to present a vision for Syria’s future in the wake of the Assad
Sharaa’s diplomatic engagements in Saudi Arabia and Turkey signal the beginning of a new phase in Syria’s political landscape
With Syria’s economic landscape in uncharted territory, the coming weeks will be critical in determining whether the pound’s surge is sustainable or merely a prelude to another financial crisis.
On Monday, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called on the National Army to surrender its weapons and join the new Syrian administration.
It’s not clear whether the new Syrian leader would meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, al-Modon writes.
Revitalizing Syria’s economy requires a multifaceted approach that balances privatization, governance, and international cooperation
French Foreign Ministry representative Rémy Drouin recently held separate meetings with ENKS President and SDF Commander Mazloum Abdi, XXX writes.
Shibani reiterated assurances to Arab and Western nations that the new administration does not pose a threat, emphasizing that Damascus has no intention of exporting revolution or interfering in other countries’ affairs.
The body of Ismail Fattah, a leader in the Kurdish National Council, was discovered on Monday morning in the town of Qahtaniya near Qamishli.
What is Ahmed al-Sharaa’s position & does he need an official status to legitimize his authority, Wael al-Sawah asks.
Türk detailed his discussion with Al-Sharaa, focusing on the challenges Syria faces and the need to build a nation that ensures dignity for all its citizens.
Albares inaugurated Spain’s embassy in the Syrian capital, reopening it after being closed for over a decade
This marks the first official visit by a high-ranking Syrian delegation to Turkey since the new administration assumed power in Syria, Syria TV writes.
This development reflects a significant moment in Syria’s post-conflict landscape, with the SDF signalling flexibility on key issues while emphasizing fairness, dialogue, and national unity, al-Modon writes.
Syria’s post-Assad economy is defined by stark challenges and cautious hope
According to İmamoğlu, the Syrian authorities had initially confirmed the visit on Thursday, only to cancel it hours later.
The Biden administration adopted a multifaceted strategy to weaken the Assad regime and shape the transition in post-Assad Syria
The growing challenges surrounding Syrian refugees in Europe, combined with shifting international policies on Syria, have prompted significant developments in Germany, France, and the United
Mazloum Abdi, the commander-in-chief of the SDF, said kurdish fighters who joined the group’s ranks from outside Syria should leave if a ceasefire is reached.
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An SDC official told Asharq al-Awsat the meeting addressed “military matters only, including mechanisms for coordination and common issues.”
The fighting involved heavy and medium weaponry, Hashtag Syria writes.
Al-Dibs’ assertions have been seen as dismissive of the generations of Syrian women who have held leadership roles globally, Manahil al-Sahwi writes for Daraj.
Women are “primarily responsible for their families and husbands”, the head of the Women’s Affairs Office in the Syrian caretaker government said.
Abdi stated that he was “in principle” prepared to hand over border security responsibilities to the new authorities in Damascus.
The primary concern for Egypt revolves around the presence of Egyptians fighting within “armed groups” in Syria and the potential links between these groups and elements within Egypt.
Erdogan announced the opening of a Turkish consulate in Aleppo.
While Sharaa’s statements offer partial reassurance for the future of Syria, his vagueness, especially concerning timelines, remains troubling, Iyad al-Jaafari writes in al-Modon.
Family sources told Enab Baladi that the photograph used against Haitham al-Halabi was artificially generated or shows someone resembling him
Only leaders of factions that participated in the “Deterring Aggression” operation attended the meeting with Sharaa, excluding other groups such as the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army, Shaam Network reports.
Those familiar with Shaibani describe him as “shrewd,” “seasoned,” and often compare him to Hakan Fidan, the Turkish foreign minister, for his diplomatic acumen, al-Modon writes.
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Fidan also confirmed Turkey’s recognition of the new Syrian administration as a “legitimate” partner, Shaam Network writes.
The head of the European Union delegation was asked to travel to Damascus on Monday to establish contact with Syria’s new leadership and other groups Enab Baladi writes.
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This initiative marks a significant step in the Autonomous Administration’s effort to promote dialogue and national reconciliation in a post-conflict Syria.
Wahab, a Lebanese druze politician close to Assad, said he relayed messages from Israel to push Bashar towards “peace”, Shaam Network writes. He also stated that Assad asked him to create problems with other druze leaders in Lebanon.
The Arab Ministerial Contact Committee on Syria convened in Aqaba on Saturday, reaching consensus on key priorities to support the Syrian people and initiate an
The French minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, said France would clarify its position regarding the political process in Syria.
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Enab Baladi reports that negotiations were held to move the tomb of Suleiman Shah, but failed.
Washington had sent messages to HTS to guide early efforts in establishing a formal governance framework for Syria, stressing that a transitional government should reflect the aspirations of all Syrians, +963 reports.
Joulani faces immense challenges in consolidating control and managing the country, Rania Moustapha writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Ezzeddin Suleiman, a resident of Hasakah, told North Press that after the regime’s fall, pro-Turkish factions began launching attacks on Kurdish communities.
Ahmed al-Sharaa said the fears of the international community previously stemmed from the Assad regime, which has now fallen, Shaam Network writes.
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On Monday, December 9, the selling price of the US dollar stood at 17,000 Syrian pounds, while the buying price was 16,000 Syrian pounds.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry blamed Assad for not resisting.
The region of Qusayr, where Hezbollah used to maintain a significant presence, was also seized by the opposition.
The ongoing developments in the Astana process reflect the intricate international and regional dynamics shaping the Syrian conflict, Athr Press says.
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UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen warned that escalating violence in Syria poses a threat to the entire region
Pezeshkian said that the focus of his recent phone conversations with the leaders of neighbouring countries had been to prevent “terrorists” from sparking further conflict in the region, according to al-Baath.
Syria reiterated that the threat of terrorism is not confined to any one country, but instead spreads across borders with the aim of creating chaos and destruction, al-Watan writes.
Tensions between HTS and the SNA factions heightened after HTS demanded that the latter evacuate positions they controlled north of Aleppo, +963 Media writes.
The Kremlin-affiliated newspaper VZ described Aleppo’s fall as the opening of a second war front against Russia in Syria, Bassem Mekdad writes in al-Modon.
Turkish society has historically viewed Aleppo as an extension of Anatolia, Ahmed Ghannam says in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Under the banner of the “battle to deter aggression,” opposition factions continue to score major victories over the Syrian regime, Hibr Press reports.
Mohammed al-Jassim’s journey from an uneducated agricultural worker to powerful warlord exemplifies the chaotic transformation of Syria’s revolution into a fractured landscape of opportunistic factions.
Araqchi’s visit comes at a time when the Syrian regime is reportedly at its weakest, +963 Media writes.
Like many oppressed peoples, Syrians cling to fleeting moments of triumph that momentarily lift their spirits after years of despair, Wael Sawah argues in Daraj.
Russian sources revealed that President Assad held important, unannounced talks with President Putin at the Kremlin on Friday, al-Watan says.
The pro-government Athr Press said that the Syrian army regained control of several key villages, including Souran, Taybet el-Imam, and Halfaya.
The success of Operation Deterrence of Aggression has been attributed to the unprecedented unity among opposition factions, coordinated under the Joint Military Operations Room.
The recent clashes stem from a combination of unresolved territorial disputes, strategic maneuvering by local factions, and shifting alliances among international stakeholders.
The death of Brigadier General Keyomarth Pourhashemi, commander of Iranian military advisors in Aleppo, is a major outcome of the offensive.
The Interim Government, which administers areas controlled by the Syrian opposition in northern Syria, issued a statement confirming that the National Army had been ordered to retaliate intensively against the sources of fire, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Fidan suggested that the existing Astana framework for resolving the Syrian crisis should be replaced with a more effective structure, Athr Press says.
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The discussions on the withdrawal of Turkish forces from Syria could only take place “after the adoption of a new constitution and the holding of free elections”, Fidan said.
The Assembly recently revoked the membership of three other members after it was discovered they had obtained foreign nationalities, according to Athr Press.
Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced the arrest of 51 smugglers and 1,644 “illegal” migrants during an operation named Kalkan, Enab Baladi writes.
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If the U.S. withdraws from Syria, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) will move toward Damascus, Athr Press reports.
Hamsho’s dismissal from the People’s Assembly follows a broader trend, with other members also removed for holding foreign citizenship, 963 Media writes,
The new residential complex was built by Qatar Charity in partnership with the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation, Syria TV writes.
“What you call today the Free Army will be the army of the republic in the future”, Guler said, according to Enab Baladi.
Lavrentiev noted that Moscow had filed a formal protest with Israel after a strike near Hemeimeem, al-Watan writes.
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Regarding his potential meeting with Assad, Erdogan expressed optimism about the possibility of holding talks to put “Syrian-Turkish relations on the right track, Syria TV says,
Diplomatic sources told Athr Press that “The United States can only end its presence in the region through a comprehensive agreement with Turkey.”
One prominent shift between Trump’s first and current terms is the normalization of relations between Syria and several Arab nations, Athr Press writes.
The U.S. special envoy to Syria during Trump’s first term expressed concern over the possible consequences of this decision, Syria TV writes.
In the lead-up to the Astana negotiations, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that Turkish and Russian intelligence officers held a meeting at the Russian checkpoint near the village of Tarnaba, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
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During his presidency from 2017 to 2021, Donald Trump made several significant decisions regarding Syria, many of which provoked the ire of his local partner, the Syrian Democratic Forces.
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Since her arrival in Germany, Ilham Ahmed, has been actively promoting the administration’s vision and projects, Enab Baladi writes.
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Athr Press says that while Trump expressed a desire to withdraw and initiated plans for it, his decision-making was often inconsistent, influenced by his political mood.
Lavrov recalled that Damascus’s conditions for rapprochement include the return of northern Syrian territory currently controlled by Turkey, according to al-Masshad.
The new SDF curriculum emphasizes Kurdish as the primary language in schools, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
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The General Secretariat of the Syrian Democratic Track announced last Saturday the conclusion of its founding conference in Brussels, +963 Media writes.
Sources told al-Watan that this change was influenced by a veto communicated by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd James Austin to his Turkish counterpart, Yasar Guler.
A group of prominent Syrian Americans has formally endorsed Kamala Harris for President and Tim Walz for Vice President.
Abdi voiced concern over how reduced coalition presence could affect the region’s security, Syria TV says.
Sources suggest that Ankara’s pressure on al-Nusra is to avert a potential military operation that could undermine agreements with Russia, al-Watan says.
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Reports indicate that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has begun reducing the influence of his brother Maher’s economic network, Daraj writes.
Abdel Halim Suleiman, an independent journalist in northern Syria, criticized the official media for not addressing the serious damage to national infrastructure in the region, 963 Media reports.
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“Our Operations Are Limited to Syria”, the SDF commander said, according to +963 media.
Speaking to reporters during his return flight from the BRICS summit in Kazan, Erdogan stated, “Ankara expects Damascus to recognize that genuine normalization will also benefit it.”
Today’s news round on Syria highlighted a series of escalating regional tensions and their impact on Syria. Israel’s recent strikes on Iranian targets have prompted
Mazloum Abdi, commander-in-chief of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), condemned the attacks as “indiscriminate and unjustified”, +963 Media writes.
The Assembly granted permission to prosecute Mujahid Ismail and Khaled Zubeidi, but did not provide specific reasons or further details, Hashtag Syria writes.
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Hamsho, a long-standing member of the People’s Assembly since 2012, follows Shadi al-Dabsi, whose membership was similarly revoked on October 10th for holding Turkish citizenship, Syria TV writes.
From October 22 to 24, Russia is hosting the BRICS summit in Kazan, featuring over 20 world leaders, 963 media reports.
Sources confirmed to Al-Watan that leaders of the Levant Front have ordered intensified training courses for their members at affiliated training camps, particularly in Azaz.
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Residents in the area were informed that Israeli planes had dropped warning leaflets due to the presence of Hezbollah in the vicinity.
One particularly devastating strike hit a sawmill near Idlib city, killing 5 people and injuring over 10 workers, some of whom remain in critical condition, Syria TV writes.
In a statement released on October 12, the operations room affirmed its commitment to “any military development and revolutionary entitlement” to defend and protect civilians and their sanctities, Enab Baladi writes.
The Syrian Army has significantly reinforced its positions around Aleppo and Idlib, the pro-government al-Watan writes.
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Erdogan claimed that Israel’s intentions to occupy Damascus after Lebanon could bring Israeli forces to Turkey’s border, Enab Baladi writes.
The HTS and its allies are showing a growing sense of confidence, which could be dangerously misplaced, Ernest Khoury argues in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The military police operating under the opposition Syrian National Army, allied with Turkey, announced the closure of a humanitarian crossing used by Syrian refugees fleeing Lebanon due to Israeli aggression, al-Araby al-Jadeed says.
In this news roundup on Syria, significant developments include an Israeli airstrike that killed five Syrian soldiers near the Lebanon border, highlighting ongoing tensions between
A military commander close to HTS told Syria TV that preparations are underway, including planting defensive mines and cancelling leave for its members.
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Military sources in northern Syria informed the Al-Araby al-Jadeed that on Sunday, a checkpoint of the Levant Front attacked Colonel Hassan Marei Hamada, the Minister of Defense in the Syrian Interim Government.
The organization was founded by Iraqi Kurds and initially linked to ISIS and Al-Qaeda, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
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The education sector is grappling with a shortage of qualified staff, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The ongoing conflict in Syria continues to escalate with multiple actors involved, leading to deepening political and humanitarian crises. On September 20, 2024, UN Special
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan affirmed on September 19 that Erdogan is prepared to engage with Assad.
The Commission is actively engaged at European, regional, and Arab levels, according to Syria TV.
The situation in Syria remains highly volatile and complex, with various conflicts and tensions continuing to unfold across the country. In northern Syria, Turkish-occupied areas
The Turkish presidency clarified that while there has been significant media speculation, no formal agreement has been reached.
Mekdad emphasized that Syria’s efforts are directed toward the liberation of “every speck of soil occupied” by Turkey or the United States, according to Enab Baladi.
Mekdad clarified that Syria has not arrested any returning refugees and has dropped all political and security charges against them, Athr Press says.
Upon reaching the first military security checkpoint, Abdul Ghani was arrested,
Mohammed Yassin al-Najjar, a former opposition minister, voiced his concerns on the X platform, questioning Turkey’s decision to limit entry to Syrians with valid passports.
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Mekdad reiterated the need for Turkey to withdraw from northern Syria and Iraq to advance normalization efforts and restore relations
Last week, a significant meeting took place at Gaziantep Airport in southern Turkey, involving representatives from the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Intelligence, along
Turkey’s relations with Arab League members could foster “solutions to regional challenges and future collaborative efforts”, Syria TV writes.
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Support for the Levant Front has notably emerged from the peaceful movement in Azaz, which has opposed the Interim Government since last July, Enab Baladi writes.
The group said the government should be referred to the judiciary for accountability.
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Regarding the reopening of the Abu al-Zindeen crossing, the Turkish intelligence service representative clarified that the decision was purely commercial, unrelated to any political agenda, Damas Post writes.
Turkish authorities have released Syrian journalist Yassin Abu Raed approximately two weeks after his arrest in Turkey.
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Observers speculate that Gabbard could have a profound influence on Trump’s policies towards Syria and Assad, Wael Merza writes for Syria TV.
A source told the pro-government al-Watan that the upcoming talks will discuss the definition and identification of terrorism.
Lavrov also addressed American attempts to establish a “quasi-state” within Syrian territory, al-Watan writes.
Turkey has deported 147 Syrian refugees from the “Emlan” deportation center in Gaziantep to the Bab al-Salam border crossing, Athr Pres writes.
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Today’s news round on Syria covers a diverse range of stories highlighting the ongoing complexities in the region. In California, a man has been sentenced
Moscow has reaffirmed its support for the steps toward rapprochement between Turkey and Syria, al-Watan writes.
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Assad refuted claims by Turkish officials that Syria had insisted on the withdrawal of Turkish forces as a precondition, al-Modon writes.
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The Immigration Department is working to regulate the status of Syrians who have been in Turkey for over a decade by categorizing them into four segments, according to Syria TV.
“The situation is catastrophic,” said Muhammad Haj Bakri, an economic expert, to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Today’s news round on Syria highlights a range of developments that underscore the ongoing complexities in the region. The Israeli Defense Forces intercepted a suspicious
Assad proposed that officials from both countries meet to agree on key issues, including: Turkish withdrawal from occupied Syrian territory, combating terrorism, and refugee issues.
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Assad stated that Syria must identify the most appropriate and least harmful solutions for its current challenges, al-Baath writes.
The actual number of Syrians who have received Turkish citizenship under the “temporary protection” framework stands at 238,768, al-Watan reports.
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On Tuesday, protesters blocked commercial trucks loaded with wheat and barley, destined for regime-held areas, al-Modon writes.
In Istanbul and other major cities, industrial projects have been particularly affected by the departure of Syrians, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Director of the U.S. Syria Regional Platform, Nicholas Granger, met with Hadi al-Bahra, Syria TV reports.
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This development aligns with shifts in U.S. foreign policy, particularly as the United States aims to reduce its direct military involvement in the Middle East, Damas Post writes.
The project’s focus is on providing job opportunities for Syrians in the waste collection and recycling sectors, according to Shaam Network.
Erdogan is striving to create an “environment of peace”, Yasar Guler said, according to Syria TV.
Jamous voiced concerns among Syrians about potential deviations from UN Resolution 2254, according to Shaam Network.
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The rivalry between Russia and Iran in Syria reveals underlying strategic differences, Syria TV writes.
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The regime introduced five and ten-year recruitment contracts, offering competitive salaries and other incentives, including exemptions from compulsory service after five years, according to
Today’s news round on Syria highlights the ongoing and escalating violence within the region. Syrian officials issued a stern warning to Israel over potential escalations
Abdelaaty stated that Egypt “supports every sincere effort to reach a comprehensive settlement of the Syrian crisis”, according to Damas Post.
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Today’s news round on Syria highlights several critical developments impacting regional stability and the humanitarian situation. Jordan thwarted a drug smuggling attempt from Syria, with
The Syria Response Coordinators expressed concern about the decline in humanitarian assistance to the region.
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The Russian Reconciliation Center in Syria announced that Russian and Syrian forces had set up a military base in Ain al-Arab, north of Aleppo.
The Assad regime’s interior or defence ministries have not issued any comments, Shaam Network reports.
“What I saw in my contacts with the other side is that they are open to negotiation,” Fidan said.
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Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is actively working to distance himself from Iran’s influence, seeking to isolate himself from regional events and pave the way for
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is actively working to distance himself from Iran’s influence, Abeer Nasr writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
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Assad’s visit to Moscow comes at a particularly delicate time, Syria TV writes.
Civil sources told Al-Watan that on Saturday and Sunday, the Turkish army’s escalation had affected several towns.
Al-Quds Al-Arabi newspaper obtained a copy of the list.
Syria TV sat with Badr Jamous, the head of the Syrian Negotiating Commission.
The meeting may take place by next August at a checkpoint on the Syrian-Turkish border, Syria TV reports.
President al-Assad emphasized that both Syria and Russia have faced significant challenges and have consistently overcome them, al-Baath writes.
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The painter and calligrapher Ahmad Jalal was known for his satirical and humanitarian political caricatures when he lived in the city of Kafr Nabl.
Abdi noted that the region’s situation has fundamentally changed since the start of the Syrian revolution, Hawar agency notes.
“Turkey must collaborate with the Syrian regime on issues such as border security, combating terrorism, and the safe return of refugees”, Fidan said.
The Assad Erdogan meeting aims to support the normalization of relations between Turkey and Syria.
The head of the Syrian National Coalition, affirmed that there have been no political negotiations since the Constitutional Committee ceased its work in 2022, according to Nedaa Post.
The so-called Afrin Liberation Forces of the SDF continued to escalate tensions along the contact lines with the Turkish forces, al-Watan reports.
Alexandr Yefimov has stated that the media’s portrayal of the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement path is premature.
In recent geopolitical developments, the United States has shown little interest in Iraq’s efforts to mediate reconciliation between Syria and Turkey, despite acknowledging the initiative
Russia seeks high-level coordination with Turkey and the Syrian regime to manage the situation in this region, Syria TV says.
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The Human rights activist intends to challenge the decision in court, expressing his belief in the judicial system in Turkey.
Turkey has been keen to provide assurances to the Syrian opposition regarding the path of normalization, Enab Baladi says.
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The intellectuals and activists of Binnish expressed their discontent with the large-scale security and military presence of the group, Shaam Network reports.
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Syria said “healthy relations between nations should be based on mutual interests rather than confrontation or hostility”, al-Baath writes.
Damascus confirms that its main demand for rapprochement with Ankara is the return of all its territory to its control, Athr Press writes.
The opposition denounced a campaign of “rumours and fake news”, Syria TV says.
A source in Damascus told Al-Watan that there has been no communication whatsoever with any Turkish political party.
“I was chosen because I embody the values of brotherhood, respect, and excellence that the Games represent”, the torchbearer told Syria TV.
The man in question suffered from a “mental disorder”, according to al-Modon.
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The discussions also encompassed the negotiating body’s preparedness to address all tracks delineated in UN resolutions, including governance, political transition, and electoral matters.
The International Coalition forces have been engaging in military drills with helicopter support at the Rubaria base in Al-Malikiyah’s countryside, Athr Press says.
The U.S. is moving beyond conventional strategies, exploring options such as restructuring the Autonomous Administration and SDF, Aqeel Saeed Mahfoud writes in Athr Press.
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Austria and Denmark are working together to push for the resumption of deportations to Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
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While Ankara views Kurdish forces as adversaries, it has engaged in efforts to establish understandings and agreements with them, Aqeel Mahfoud writes for Athr Press.
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Fidan emphasized the importance of upholding the Astana agreement.
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The Syrian pro-government media portray the meeting as actively facilitating UN operations and striving to improve the humanitarian situation within the country.
In recent months, progress toward reconciliation between Turkey and the Syrian regime has stagnated, according to Nedaa Post.
Lahib, originally from Maarat al-Numan in Idleb, recounted the refusal by Lebanese General Security to renew his and his family’s residency.
Pedersen aims to advance discussions on the ninth round of the Constitutional Committee talks, according to al-Watan.
Turkey’s allies to demonstrate solidarity by ending their support for “separatist terrorist organizations”.
Turkey’s regional diplomacy exhibited flexibility, with strategic maneuvers adapting to the shifting realities on the ground, Mohammad Fawaz analyzes for Syria TV.
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There are three primary rationales for the United States to engage in substantive dialogue with Turkey on Syria, Mahmoud Allouch writes in Syria TV.
The Syrian Interim Government reported the apprehension of two individuals in possession of 100,000 Captagon pills in Ras al-Ain.
The humanitarian crisis in Syria has reached an unprecedented scale.
Officials say Iranian exports to Syria dropped from $244 million in 2022 to $120 million in 2023.
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The meeting resulted in an agreement preventing Assad’s forces from entering the Shahba area in Aleppo.
The Syrian Women’s Network mourned the loss of its member and colleague, Heba Hajj Aref, noting that she had been subjected to death threats and pressure to resign from her position on the local council.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that the current circumstances do not favour the completion of the Syrian-Turkish reconciliation process.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that the prospects for normalization between Turkey and the Syrian regime have been hindered due to the situation in the Gaza Strip.
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The Turkish FM said in a recent television interview that the Syrian regime’s insistence on preconditions was misguided, al-Souria Net reports
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Azadi Derik was responsible for the procurement and deployment of rockets within the YPG, according to al-Souria Net
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Individuals were apprehended across Turkish territories, even when they possessed valid documents, according to al-Watan.
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The strongest indication of renewed activity came from Russian envoy Alexander Lavrentiev, Abdulmunem Issa writes in the pro-government al-Watan.
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Abdollahian condemned the illegal presence of U.S. forces in Syria.
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The Syrian Interim Government engaged in discussions with a diplomatic delegation from the U.S. State Department.
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A source close to Saudi advisers informed Al-Modon that Saudi Arabia is currently in the process of evaluating its relationship with the Syrian regime.
Save the Children’s report from Monday underscores the ongoing impact on millions of children in Syria and Turkey.
Fidan highlighted the divergent strategic priorities among Russia, Iran, and Syria, despite their collaborative efforts.
The allocated funds are intended to address the urgent humanitarian needs arising from the earthquake’s aftermath, Enab Baladi reports.
The Iraqi Hezbollah announced the suspension of its activities against US forces, according to al-Watan.
Seventy-two civilians were killed in Syria during January 2024, as documented by the Syrian Network for Human Rights.
The most recent meeting between Turkish officials and representatives of the Syrian regime occurred in June.
In the week leading up to Astana 21, Turkey’s ratification of Sweden’s NATO accession cast a shadow over Russian-Turkish relations, Abdul Muneim Issa writes in al-Watan.
Lavrentyev has officially stated that the attempt to normalize relations between Turkey and the Syrian regime has failed, according to al-Modon.
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American policy could lead to escalated violence in the region and potentially trigger a new Turkish invasion, Abdulmnem Issa writes in the pro-government al-Watan.
In Shaaban’s view, the American forces within the Syrian Arab Republic are regarded as occupying forces, akin to Israeli and Turkish forces.
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Young men and women between the ages of 18 and 40 were victims, with their fates unknown and no communication with their families, according to Athr Press.
The ministry reported that the Israeli aggression led to the destruction of a residential building in Damascus, according to al-Baath.
The UAE Aid Coordination Office in Syria has inaugurated a project aimed at empowering Syrian women, the pro-government al-Baath reports.
The investment conference aligns with the Turkish government’s narrative of fostering a sustainable development environment in northern Syria, according to al-Tareek.
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The Turkish escalation serves as an opportunity for Ankara to reassert its commitment to expanding and fortifying its military presence in Syria, according to Athr Press.
Sources within the SDF and the Autonomous Administration informed Syria TV that PKK leaders and SDF officials of non-Syrian origin are seeking refuge from Turkish attacks in shelters, tunnels, and secure facilities.
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The recent statements by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan have cast a new light on Turkey’s intricate policy towards Syria, Abdulmunem Issa writes in al-Watan.
Three members of the Abdel Moneim al-Nouri al-Hamadi family, aged 18, 8, and 7, lost their lives on Monday in Mutawa camp, Zaman al-Wasl says.
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Airstrikes have been concentrated along the border strip separating Turkey and Syria, according to Athr Press.
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Reports suggest that the United Nations is actively pursuing a permanent extension of the aid transportation mechanism through the Bab al-Hawa crossing, Athr Press says.
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A 14-year-old Syrian boy, identified as A.Z., fell victim to a brutal physical assault by a group of Turkish citizens in Gaziantep, al-Souria Net.
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The intensification of bombardment in northwestern Syria has heightened the fears and concerns of residents living near the contact lines, Enab Baladi reports.
Iran engaged in extensive consultations with Iraqi authorities to facilitate Syria’s reinstatement into the Arab League, Sawt al-Asima says.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized Turkey’s commitment to preventing new conflicts between the Syrian regime and opposition factions, according to Shaam Network.
Human rights activist Taha al-Ghaz said a young Syrian man passed away eight days after he was taken to a deportation center in Ankara.
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Abdi urged the United States to prevent any new sales of F-16s to Turkey, according to al-Souria Net.
Insiders from the SDF revealed to Syria TV that Mahmoud al-Meslet could be a figure acceptable to Turkey.
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Abu Ahmad Zakur was responsible for the economic wing of the HTS, according to Athr Press.
“Some friendly countries provide all kinds of support to terrorists,” Guler said, according to Athr Press.
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Given that the U.S. presence is vital for the survival of the AANES, the prospect of withdrawal leaves the entire issue uncertain Akil Mahfouz writes in Athr Press.
Mekdad, welcoming the Abkhaz delegation, emphasized the importance of intensifying efforts to elevate bilateral relations, according to Tishreen.
Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler emphasized that Turkey will not withdraw its forces from Syrian territory, according to Athr Press.
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The Israeli airstrike specifically targeted a farm situated in the Sayeda Zeinab area of the Damascus countryside, according to Athr Press.
The commander-in-chief of Suqour al-Sham, Abu Issa al-Sheikh, accused the National Liberation Front of “tyranny”, according to al-Watan.
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A prevalent theory absolves Assad of direct responsibility for the airport, considering it under Iran’s purview, al-Modon writes.
The Syrian Islamic Council announced the re-election of Sheikh Osama al-Rifai for a new term.
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The Turkish-Syrian normalization process has hit a roadblock, al-Modon writes.
President Assad emphasized the deep and robust relations between the two countries, according to al-Baath.
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Since 2014, the UN has utilized the Bab al-Hawa crossing from Turkey to distribute aid to millions in northwestern Syria.
Saturday marks Assad’s second visit to Saudi Arabia, following the restoration of Syria’s seat in the Arab League last May, according to al-Souria Net.
In 2022, the number of Syrians deported from Turkey to Syria amounted to 49,439 individuals, Enab Baladi says.
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Turkey’s Deputy Ambassador to the UN strongly advocated for the urgent reactivation of the Syrian Constitutional Committee, according to Baladi News.
There were reports several weeks ago of his injury after his vehicle was targeted by Turkish drones near the city of Malikiyah, according to al-Souria Net.
US fighter jets conducted a series of raids targeting Iranian militia sites in eastern Syria, according to Syria TV.
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The Turkish Bar Association has called for an immediate halt to deportation procedures, al-Modon writes.
The number of registered Syrian refugees in Turkey stands at 3,288,755, marking a significant drop from previous years, according to al-Modon.
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American bases in Syria have recently come under attack, Athr Press reminds.
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The National Army launched a guided missile at a vehicle carrying members of the Assad militia on the Salloum front, according to Orient News.
Presidents al-Assad and Putin explored strategies to halt Israeli aggression against the Gaza Strip, according to Athr Press.
Some say that the Assad regime and Iran may be pressuring Moscow to launch a major military campaign to retake Idleb, according to Baladi News.
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Turkish warplanes, possessing high destructive capacity, participated in targeting operations against SDF sites, according to Athr Press.
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Enab Baladi reached out to a group of Syrian refugees who were deported to various camps.
The Syrian army continued its missile and artillery strikes against the positions of HTS, according to Athr Press.
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The SDF leader called upon the guarantor parties and the international community to adopt appropriate positions in response to Turkey’s repeated threats, according to Athr Press.
Additional SDF sites were hit in the village of Taweelah in the western countryside of Tal Tamr, according to Hashtag Syria.
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The recent Turkish attacks have penetrated deeper into SDF-controlled territory, according to Athr Press.
The Adana Agreement, signed on October 20, 1998, was a result of Egyptian-Iranian mediation, according to Baladi News.
According to reports from Turkish media, a heated argument erupted between the 19-year-old Syrian and a Turkish citizen, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
This event was made possible through generous funding from Sweden, according to al-Tareek.
Ambassador Sabbagh asserted that the United States has inflicted significant damage on Syria’s oil sector, al-Watan writes.
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Turkish intelligence conducted a targeted operation against Uman Darwish, a prominent leader within the YPG, Syria TV writes.
A newly formed tribal command has the primary objective of continuing the ongoing confrontations against the SDF, according to Athr Press.
The complementarity of Iranian and Russian roles in the Syrian-Turkish reconciliation file is evident, Munzer Eid writes in the pro-government al-Watan.
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Ali Asghar Khaji explained that “current discussions revolve around cooperation between Turkey and Syria”, according to al-Watan.
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Bahra represents the growing liberal movement within Syria since the fall of Baghdad in 2003, according to Abdul Mun’eem Issa in al-Watan.
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The Cypriot Interior Minister highlighted that there are already two areas within Syria recognized as safe zones, according to al-Watan.
The Syrian regime has consistently emphasized the necessity of withdrawing Turkish military installations in northern Syria, Enab Baladi reminds.
Turkey might be actively working to gradually eliminate the presence of Syrian refugees, Orient Net writes.
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The Committee underscored the importance of continued popular protests with political and economic demands, according to Baladi News.
Voices could be heard instructing them to “Leave and go home” in Turkish, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Pedersen provided an overview of the outcomes from recent visits and meetings, Tishreen writes.
Mekdad accused western powers of attempting to impose their rules on other nations, according to al-Watan.
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Putin underscored the importance of safeguarding Syria’s territorial integrity, according to Athr Press.
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Mekdad highlighted Syria’s alignment with positive global forces to establish a world free from colonialism, according to al-Watan.
A significant meeting between Ethan Goldrich and Syrian opposition leaders was held in Istanbul, according to Athr Press.
Secret meeting between Louqa and Nasrallah delved into multifaceted regional dynamics, according to Syria TV.
Syria is currently a manifestation of the international and regional power play, Athr Press claims.
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Sabbagh criticized the misuse of the United States presidency of the Security Council, al-Watan reports.
Ongoing protests in the rural areas of Aleppo have shed light on the monopolistic practices of the al-Anwar Company, according to al-Modon.
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Although Ankara would usually appoint seven different governors for the areas it controls, a new approach involves appointing only one, according to al-Tareek.
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The aspiration for Aleppo’s resurgence faces formidable barriers, colonel Abdul Jabbar Akidi writes for Syria TV.
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Communication between Qahtani and the international coalition occurred with the knowledge and approval of HTS leadership, according to Syria TV.
Mekdad also extended a warm welcome to all Syrian refugees seeking to return to their homeland, al-Baath claims.
In Moscow, the Defense Minister conveyed Syria’s profound gratitude towards Russia, according to al-Baath.
Observational records have tallied no less than 234 deaths and 231 injuries spanning the period between October 2015 and April 2023, according to Shaam Network.
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Outlined within this mechanism is a plan to construct joint housing facilities in partnership with Qatar, al-Modon writes.
The regime’s conditions to maintain the crossing included coordinating aid distribution with the Syrian government, Enab Baladi writes.
The Turkish-backed National Army in northern Syria has denied any coordination with the U.S.-backed Free Syrian Army, according to Athr Press.
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The co-chairman of the PYD highlighted the ongoing conflict among major powers in Syria, according to Damas Post.
Turkey believes resolving housing and employment challenges is essential for the repatriation of Syrians, Syria TV writes.
The Minister of Defense reiterated Turkey’s sincere aspiration for peace with Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
Bashar al-Assad addressed key issues regarding his country’s relations with the Arab world, Turkey, and the international community.
Assad expressed hope for the development of stronger Arab institutions, according to SANA.
Assad’s recent televised interview with Sky News Arabia has raised intriguing questions about the source of his self-assured demeanour, according to Sateh Noureddine in al-Modon.
Assad noted that Hafez keeps his distance from political affairs, Syria TV remarks.
The Free Syrian Army faction in the Tanf region stated the SDF and other armed factions across Syrian territories are actively pursuing unified efforts, according to Athr Press.
Numerous young individuals have crossed into Turkish territory via illicit routes originating from Ras Ain, according to Baladi News.
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The countries endorsing normalization with Assad are becoming increasingly uneasy, Riad Maoases writes in al-Tareek.
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ISIS cells present in Idleb have not responded to campaigns by HTS, according to Athr Press.
The presence of the Turkish army on Syrian soil stands as an unyielding boundary for the Turkish government, according to Syria TV.
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The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden is cautious about engaging in any military ventures in Syria, according to al-Watan.
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As of July 27th, the number of Syrian refugees with temporary protection cards reached more than 3 millions, according to Syria TV.
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Saleh Muslim says the international coalition conveyed to the Autonomous Administration that they are unable to halt Turkish attacks, according to Shaam Network.
Mekdad’s visit to Tehran primarily focused on political and economic matters, Athr Press writes.
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The National Liberation Movement describes itself as a national platform, uniting political and military forces, according to al-Modon.
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The next round of talks in the Astana format on Syria will be held in Kazakhstan before the end of this year, according to Athr Press.
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Many deportees were subjected to beatings, insults, and humiliation during their detention and deportation, Baladi News reports.
Vershinin confirmed that these vital contacts between the two countries will persist, according to Athr Press.
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Lavrentiev conveyed to Assad warm regards from President Vladimir Putin, according to al-Baath.
Cancer patients in northern Syria must obtain medical referrals from the Governorate Hospital in Idleb, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
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The Idleb Health Directorate counts 3,000 registered cancer cases, according to Baladi News.
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Ankara dismissed the Syrian regime’s demand for the withdrawal of Turkish forces from Syria at this stage as “meaningless”, according to al-Modon.
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Following Safadi’s visit to Damascus, he met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on June 4th, Athr Press reminds.
The Turkish Interior Minister acknowledged that some abuses have occurred by certain police personnel, according to Athr Press.
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Many crucial cancer treatments are unavailable in northern Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria urgently calls upon the United Nations to take immediate and effective action to halt violations of international laws, according to al-Baath.
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Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Bassam Sabbagh, emphasized the importance of the United Nations and its role, according to Athr Press.
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Safadi’s tour comes a month and a half after the Amman consultative meeting, al-Souria Net.
Erdogan emphasized that Damascus’ condition regarding the Turkish withdrawal from Syria is unlikely to be met, according to Athr Press.
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Damascus said the United Nations could use a border crossing from Turkey to continue delivering aid to Idleb, despite Russia vetoing the UNSC Resolution, according to al-Arabiya.
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U.S. military leaders met with several notable figures from Arab tribes in the Syrian Jazira region, according to Athr Press.
The political environment and the rhetoric directed toward Syrians have reached a harsh level, according to Syria TV.
The U.S. intervention coincides with a noticeable reduction in the frequency of Turkish bombardments, according to Athr Press.
Turkey has made commitments to relocate armed groups to a distance of six kilometres from the M4 road between Hassakeh and Aleppo, according to al-Souria Net.
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The U.S. is trying to implement a plan in Suweida with the local Druze population similar to the eastern Syria region run by the SDF, according to Athr Press.
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As anti-refugees sentiment increases in Turkey, more and more people are trying to show Syria as safe, according to Sawt al-Asima.
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The delegation expressed its intention to visit camps, mobile clinics, and food warehouses as part of their assessment, Baladi News writes.
The Syrian refugee issue is a significant concern for both Jordan and Turkey, al-Watan writes.
The United States has consistently opposed the Arab and Turkish efforts to foster closer ties with Syria, Athr Press writes.
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The Public Prosecutor’s Office has taken legal action to address these publications, according to Syria TV.
The escalation of violence in Syria is linked to the trajectory of the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement, Athr Press writes.
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Turkish intelligence agents were able to pinpoint the origins of attacks northern Syria, according to Athr Press.
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Lavrentiev stated that all parties involved have endorsed a road map to facilitate the advancement of normalized relations, Athr Press states.
The SDF said it will ensure that the trials of foreign ISIS members are conducted publicly, fairly, and transparently, according to Syria TV.
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The primary task of this group is to provide perspectives and strategies addressing the Syrian conflict and its multifaceted dimensions, al-Modon reports.
The concluding statement of Astana 20 emphasized the continuation of talks regarding the normalization of relations between Turkey and the Assad regime, al-Souria Net reports.
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A Turkish military operation targeted a vehicle carrying Yusra Darwish, resulting in n her death and the injury of her deputy, Kabi Chamoun, according to Orient Net.
The Astana parties have started exchanging political messages through military escalation before the meeting, according to al-Modon.
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Sources told Syria TV that the military convoy is likely heading towards the Manbij area.
The UN envoy affirmed that he is closely collaborating with all stakeholders committed to advancing the process, according to al-Souria Net.
Turkey it is treating the Syrian issue with utmost urgency, according to Athr Press.
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The deputy foreign ministers of Syria, Turkey, Iran, and Russia will convene in the Kazakh capital, Astana, on June 21st, according to Athr Press.
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The United States had proposed to the SDF a joint military campaign to seize control of the city of Al-Boukamal, according to Athr Press.
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Alexander Yefimov candidly acknowledged that the two sides still have a long way to go in bridging their differences, according to Orient Net.
A Turkish drone launched an attack on a transport vehicle carrying Russian soldiers, Baladi News writes.
HTS proposed actively participating in the SDF’s counter-terrorism efforts, according to Syria TV.
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The appointment of Hakan Fidan, the former Turkish intelligence chief, as the new Turkish Foreign Minister, gained considerable attention, Athr Press writes.
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Athr Press has received confirmation that Ankara has taken the decision to freeze the assets and seize the properties belonging to two HTS leaders.
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Sources emphasized to Athr Press that the presence of Russian and Syrian forces in Tal Rifaat remains unchanged.
Russian forces have initiated a withdrawal of their personnel from the contact lines in Aleppo, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The committee explicitly stated the objective, emphasizing their intention to “prepare for the next stage” after Syria’s reinstatement to the Arab League, according to Athr Press.
America intends on creating a new Free Syrian Army in Raqqa, according to Athr Press.
Turkey will continue its path of reconciliation with Syria following Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s victory, according to al-Watan.
Turkey says it regards the attainment of a solution in Syria in accordance with United Nations resolutions as a primary objective, according to Syria TV.
The Iraqi Foreign Minister affirmed the deep and historic nature of the relations between the two countries, according to al-Baath.
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HTS has adopted a new approach to handling foreign fighters who are actively involved in their ranks, according to Athr Press.
During a Security Council meeting on Tuesday called for the immediate, complete, and unconditional lifting of “illegal unilateral coercive measures”, according to al-Watan.
A small group of personalities and companies control key parts of the economy in Idleb, according to Orient Net.
Hamed al-Ali was arrested by the local security service and taken to an undisclosed location, according to Baladi News.
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A reliable source has confirmed to Athr Press that the Syrian army has successfully intercepted and shot down 12 drones in various locations.
Turkey acknowledged that the possibility of such a meeting has not been completely ruled out, according to al-Modon.
The fishing boat, named “Mahmoud Jan 1,” departed from the port of Karataş in Adana province, according to al-Souria Net.
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Russia claims the US military base in Al-Tanf is being used to train ISIS militants for carrying out sabotage acts in its territories, according to Athr Press.
The Turkish Foreign Minister engaged in a telephone conversation with his Russian counterpart about the Syrian file, according to al-Souria Net.
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Iranian militias assist asylum seekers to cross into SDF-areas where they meet with smugglers, according to al-Modon.
Recent weeks have witnessed a surge in drug smuggling activities in the northern countryside of Aleppo, Athr Press claims.
Cavusoglu said that the number of Syrians who have returned to their homeland has already surpassed 550,000 individuals, according to Shaam Network.
Videos captured after the child’s release depict him stating that two members of the Bab Police physically assaulted and tortured him, according to Syria TV.
The opposition is currently considering the possibility of partially withdrawing from Turkey and relocating to Qatar, according to Athr Press.
During his address at the Arab summit in Jeddah, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad strongly criticized Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, according to Orient Net.
Cavusoglu further elaborated that the repatriation roadmap encompasses advancing the political resolution, according to al-Souria Net.
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Tahrir al-Sham aspires to establish a contemporary Islamic state and align with the west, according to al-Souria Net.
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Mekdad said the primary objective of talks was ending any form of illegal military presence on Syrian territory, according to Athr Press.
The Turkish Anadolu Agency reported that Turkish intelligence successfully neutralized Toba Karaköç, Baladi News reports.
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Julani aims to position himself as a partner to Ankara, according to Athr Press.
The prospects of the Constitutional Committee’s process resuming in the next phase remain uncertain, according to al-Souria Net.
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The future resumption of the Constitutional Committee’s work remains uncertain, al-Souria Net writes.
The majority of naturalized Syrians to actively participate in the elections and exercise their right to vote, according to Shaam Network.
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Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad reiterated that the primary objective is to end the illegal military presence on Syrian territory, according to Athr Press.
According to Cavusoglu, the participants emphasized the importance of advancing the political process in Syria, Baladi News reports.
Mekdad emphasized that Syria and Turkey share common interests and goals, al-Watan.
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Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar confirmed the establishment of a military coordination center in Syria with the participation of Turkey, Russia, Syria, and Iran, Athr Press writes.
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Julani has been working for years to repackage his group as a Syrian national movement to distance it from its origins in Al-Qaeda, according to Athr Press.
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Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
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The ministers agreed to continue talks according to an agreed timetable, according to Baladi News.
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The Opposition Ministry of Defense said the formations of the national army had no knowledge of Salha’s release, according to Baladi News.
Turkey said a meeting with Assad should be preceded by a roadmap on terrorism, stability and the political stage, Samir Salha underlines in Syria TV.
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In an op-ed published by Omar Shidyak in Syria TV, the columnist says the Assad regime prefers to postpone this file until after the presidential elections.
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The leader of the Turkish opposition is promising he will push Syrians out, although he adds that will do it with support from the EU, Damas Post reports.
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The meeting would also include the Russian and Iranian presidents and be held possibly before the Turkish elections, Baladi News reports.
Syria TV is saying that the talks held in Moscow yesterday focused on Syria’s territorial integrity and the return of Syrian refugees.
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Ankara says that the quadripartite meeting planned in Moscow on Tuesday, is part of the efforts to normalize relations with the regime, Asharq Al-Awsat says.
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iin exchange for dealing with Assad, the Americans want him to deal realistically with the Kurdish matter, al-Modon reports.
Mevlut Cavusoglu rejected any “preconditions” in the ongoing process of “dialogue-building” with the Syrian regime, according to Syria TV.
Sources close to the regime have reportedly cited Iran’s negative role in obstructing a consensus between Ankara and Damascus, according to Baladi News.
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Cavusoglu announced that the meeting of the foreign ministers of Turkey, Russia, Iran, and the Assad regime would take place in early May, according to Baladi News.
Saudi Arabia is actively working towards reinstating Syria’s position, according to al-Souria Net.
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Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
The Russian Ambassador to Syria emphasized that the process of normalizing relations between Syria and Turkey is a lengthy one, al-Watan reports.
Mazloum Abdi survived a drone attack on Friday while he was at Sulaymaniyah Airport in Iraqi Kurdistan, according to al-Souria Net.
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The body of Ghina Marjamek was discovered by police teams in a water well located in a house adjacent to her family’s home, according to Baladi News.
Despite reservations expressed by the participating countries, sources claim that the Moscow meeting had a positive outcome, according to al-Modon.
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Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
The regime insists on obtaining guarantees of a Turkish withdrawal from Syrian territory.
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Mekdad’s visit falls within the framework of the Arab-Syrian rapprochement, Athr Press says.
Sinan Ogan has expressed his desire to meet with President Assad.
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Sources said the main focus of the intensive consultations of the past weeks was on the guarantees demanded by Damascus, according to al-Watan.
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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov, said the meeting would take place in early April, according to al-Watan.
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Erdogan needs to show that despite all that has happened, he is still capable of putting things right and that he is the one who can solve the problem, according to Athr Press.
Emerging countries that aspire to create a new multilateral international order are taking proactive steps and are no longer satisfied with merely reacting, according to Nader al-Omari in al-Watan.
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According to a high-level Western diplomatic source based in Beirut, the Middle East is on the brink of several surprises, Athr Pres says.
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Turkey said the decision to postpone the meeting was linked to Russia, according to al-Souria Net.
Samir Salha asks if Moscow decided to delay the summit until after the upcoming Turkish elections on May 14th, in an op-ed to Syria TV.
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Dardari served as the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs in Syria, according to al-Mashhad.
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Ahmed Rihawi, the director and media figure of the Orient TV channel, was arrested by Turkish authorities on Wednesday, according to Baladi News.
A Lebanese seismologist commented on Tuesday’s 5.6-magnitude tremor that hit the eastern Mediterranean, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian Journalists Association documented the violations committed against journalists and media institutions, according to Shaam Network.
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The Syrian National Coalition has expressed criticism of the Turkish government’s behaviour towards Syrians, according to Baladi News.
Moscow is arranging a meeting between Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to al-Watan.
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Russia says the meeting will be a technical one, at the level of deputy foreign ministers, to prepare for the meeting of foreign ministers, according to Athr Press.
On February 9th, the first UN aid convoy, consisting of six trucks carrying food and cleaning materials, entered northern Idleb, according to Syria TV.
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Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Burak Akçapar, the Deputy Foreign Minister, will attend the quadripartite meeting in Moscow, according to the al-Souria Net.
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The French envoy to Syria denied rumours that the Syrian Red Crescent, close to the government, was invited to the conference, according to al-Souria Net.
Mevlut Cavusoglu announced that Moscow would host a meeting next weekend involving representatives from Syria, Turkey, Russia, and Iran, according to al-Watan.
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The UNHCR welcomed the arrival of dozens of Syrians who were previously residing in Turkey to the Spanish capital, according to al-Watan.
Tents in displaced camps are labelled according to the nationality of their residents, according to Syria TV.
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A group of Syrian and Lebanese intellectuals and politicians have released a joint statement denouncing the efforts of certain Arab governments to normalize relations with Damascus.
Assad has won by breaking down the psychological barrier keeping arabs away from him, according to Omar Kaddour for al-Modon.
Normalization of relations between Ankara and the Syrian regime was discussed on the sidelines of the G20 ministerial meeting in New Delhi, according to Baladi News.
The largest opposition parties in Turkey have presented the draft resolution that calls for urgent repatriation of Syrian refugees after the quake, according to al-Modon.
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Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
It is shameful that any Arab country rolls the red carpet for Bashar al-Assad, says Ghazi Dahman, in an op-ed for al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Speaker of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, Mohammed Al-Halbousi, called for increasing regional cooperation and coordination, according to al-Watan.
Bogdanov confirmed that the foreign ministers of Russia, Syria, Turkey and Iran are arranging for a four-way meeting, according to Baladi News.
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Russia stressed that normalization between Damascus and Ankara is not linked to the electoral process in Turkey, according to Athr Press.
The earthquake caused the loss of jobs for 78.3 percent of Syrian refugees living in the affected areas, according to Syria TV.
The arab initiative was conceived at least five months prior to the earthquake, when Jordan received preliminary approval from Saudi Arabia to initiate it, according to Orient Net.
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The United Kingdom issued a warning last week cautioning against sending international aid to Syria, according to Syria TV.
This earthquake is considered the strongest since the two devastating earthquakes of February 6th, according to Syria TV.
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Akar denied that there is a refugee influx into the Hatay province, according to Syria TV.
The February 6th earthquake exacerbated existing shortages in the country.
After the earthquake, Jordan’s foreign minister Ayman Safadi arrived to Syria on Wednesday in the first such visit since the Syrian conflict.
Marwan Qabalan wrote in the pan-Arab al-Araby al-Jadeed an op-ed about how this crisis could, if properly utilized, be transformed into positive political action.
Turkey said it facilitates humanitarian aid to Syrians but will not allow a new flow of Syrian refugees, according to Syria TV.
Thousands of people have been killed in Syria by the earthquake.
Damascus is renewing its campaign to end the sanctions due to the earthquake.
The northern region of Syria is witnessing difficult conditions due to the cold weather, according to Baladi News.
About 1,750,000 Syrians live in cities in southern Turkey, where the earthquake occurred, according to Athr Press.
Syrians in northwest Syria are left to fend for their fate alone at the height of the disaster, according to Syria TV.
Another disaster is unfolding whilst people have lost everything, and many do not have the means to provide basic needs.
Mekdad asked European countries to send aid to Syria, according to Athr Press.
Jamous tweeted that countries and international organizations must take urgent and immediate action to help the afflicted, according to Baladi News.
While a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Turkey and Syria early on Monday, Ankara has resumed strikes on Tel Rifaat.
Aid flows from Turkey to northwest Syria have temporarily stopped, according to al-Souria Net.
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“Diplomatic sources” in Ankara told Al-Watan that the U.S. is trying to sabotage Erdogan’s election campaign.
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Diplomatic sources in Ankara confirmed to Al-Watan that Moscow is trying to arrange a meeting between the Syrian and Turkish foreign ministers.
General Patrick Ryder said that Russia’s resort to fighters from the Assad regime in Ukraine is evidence of its international isolation, according to Syria TV.
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Iran’s involvement would reduce the potential for Turkey’s delays, evasions, and lack of commitment, Athr Press.
During a meeting with journalists, Assad emphasized the need to “deal pragmatically with international and regional transformations,” according to Syria TV.
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Turkey says it wants a quadrilateral meeting in order to advance in rapprochement with Syria, according to al-Watan.
An expert told Athr Press Damascus will not provide free gifts to Ankara, but that dialogue continues.
Syrian opposition groups refrained from directly criticizing Turkey’s foreign policy, according to Haid Haid in the al-Arab Newspaper.
Several Kurdish officials in Syria have recently expressed their fear of American betrayal, according to Athr Press.
The Erdogan regime continues its policy of Turkification of the areas it occupies in northern Syria, according to al-Watan.
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Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
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Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Moscow says preparations are underway for a meeting of the foreign ministers of the two countries in the future, according to al-Watan.
Nicholas Granger met a delegation from the Kurdish National Unity Parties, according to North Press.
The leader of the Victory Party has entered into businesses owned by Syrians, asking them to leave the country, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syrians are move to camps described as “large prisons” in southern Turkey, where they are persuaded to return to Syria, according to Syria TV.
In the last few days, Damascus put forward conditions for continuing talks with Ankara, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian regime was informed of the importance of the Astana talks becoming quadrilateral through its participation, according to al-Souria Net.
Granger indicated that among his country’s administration’s priority is supporting stability in the region, according to North Press.
The Syrian regime raised its demands in exchange for the normalization of relations with Turkey, according to Syria TV.
President al-Assad stressed that Damascus is keen on continuous communication and coordination with Iran, according to SANA.
Hurriyet suggested that the meeting of the foreign ministers of Russia, Turkey and the Assad regime would be held in January in Moscow, according to Baladi News.
Turkey says a ground military operation in Syria is still an option, according to North Press.
Abdi renewed his call to go forward with a political solution for the Syrian crisis, according to North Press.
King Abdullah noted the need to activate efforts to reach a political solution to the crisis in Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The press has been debating where and when the upcoming meeting between the foreign ministers of Turkey, Syria and Russia will be held
Safadi and the Russian delegation agreed on continuing to support the efforts of the UN envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, according to Baladi News.
Russia’s intransigent tactic at the UN is shaped by the belief that with enough resistance, the current cross-border aid will be switched to a crossline mechanism, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar asked the opposition not to respond to provocations against them, according to Syria TV.
Nicolas Granger discussed several political issues with officials of the AANES, according to North Press.
The meeting of the foreign ministers of Russia, Turkey and Syria will be held next week in Moscow, according to Baladi News.
Amidst the wave of regional normalization with Bashar al-Assad, Gideon Biger called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to negotiate peace, according to Syria TV.
Iran did not issue an official statement about Turkish-Syrian rapprochement, according to Syria TV.
Iran also entered the path of rapprochement between Ankara and Damascus, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The frequency of “technical meetings” between Turkey and Syria has increased recently, according to al-Modon.
Damascus has condemned “acts of riots by subversive groups” in Brazil, while cross-border aid to Syria was renewed for 6 months by the United Nations Security Council. Your daily brief of the English-speaking press.
The HTS leader announced very early on that he rejected the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement completely, according to Athr Press.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry revealed a close visit of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to Turkey and Syria without specifying a date, according to Syria TV.
A report published by the Lebanese newspaper An-Nahar on January 7th suggests that a meeting Abu Dhabi is likely, according to Enab Baladi.
According to information available to Asharq Al-Awsat, Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad and Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu will meet next Wednesday in Moscow.
Turkey says its meeting with the Syrian regime did not address the issue of Idleb.
Most Syrians work without insurance and earn lower wages than their Turkish counterparts, according to Enab Baladi.
Muhammad al-Abo said Turkey has recently changed its policy in Syria according to its interests, according to North Press.
Akar said there would be a continuation of this trilateral meeting held in Moscow, according to al-Souria Net.
Turkey told the opposition its meetings with the Syrian regime did not address the issue of Idleb, according to Baladi News.
The SNC demanded holding an emergency meeting with Turkish officials to get clarification on rapprochement with Damascus, according to North Press.
Decreasing water level has almost caused the dam to go out of service, North Press reports.
Iran says Russia, Turkey and Syria have recognized its role in the resolution of the conflict, according to Syria TV.
The cities and towns of northwestern Syria witnessed widespread demonstrations to condemn the Turkish move, according to Enab Baladi.
The SDC called on the Syrians to come together and unite to continue their project of achieving freedom, according to North Press.
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said the meeting between the defense ministers of Syria, Russia and Turkey was “useful”, according to Enab Baladi.
Ankara wants Syrians on its territory to return to their homeland, according to al-Souria Net.
At least 3,825 people were killed in Syria in 2022, the lowest annual toll since the outbreak of the Syrian conflict, according to al-Modon.
Local councils are holding new elections in areas along the Turkish-Syrian border, according to Syria TV.
These American movements occur at a time when attention is drawn away by Turkish threats to launch military action, according to Athr Press.
The SDC said Turkey’s strategy in Syria is to usurp the country piece by piece, according to North Press.
The exchange rate of the Syrian pound reached an all-time low of 6 300 SYP for the dollar.
The Syrian regime has sent military reinforcements to areas under the control of the SDF, according to al-Souria Net.
U.S. forces have received from an opposition military faction the body of ISIS leader Abu al-Hasan al-Hashemi al-Qurashi, according to al-Modon.
Washington hopes to be able to deploy along direct lines of contact with Turkish forces in northern Raqqa governorate, according to Athr Press.
A study was published on the legality of extending cross-border aid without voting on the resolution within the Security Council, according to Enab Baladi.
The Fourth Division, led by Maher al-Assad, require civilians to present ID cards upon entering and leaving their neighbourhoods, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Yeni Cag newspaper said that the industry in Gaziantep would collapse without the Syrians, according to Orient Net.
Russian President Vladimir Putin was the first to call for a return to the agreement during his meeting with his Turkish counterpart, according to Ath Press.
The SDC said Turkish attacks have a negative and destructive effect that prolongs the Syrian crisis, according to North Press.
Nidal Kabalan said there were no permanent enmity or permanent friendship, according to Athr Press.
A Turkish drone struck the village of al-Raqas in the countryside of the town of Chalabiya, according to North Press.
Erdogan said he had offered Putin to formulate a mechanism to speed up the diplomatic track with the regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Deportations from Turkey to northern Syria began to take an escalating trend at the beginning of 2022, according to Syria TV.
A new process to breathe vitality into the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Syria is ongoing, according to al-Watan.
Relations between the two countries are moving in a positive direction, Baladi News reports.
The SDC announced its quest to form a “political body that leads the political solution”, according to al-Watan.
Ali Rahmoun said the Turkish threats prolong the Syrian crisis, and curb efforts to reach a political solution, according to North Press.
The new Russian proposal was to withdraw the SDF forces and keep the Kurdish internal security members (Asayish) alongside the Syrian security forces, according to Athr Press.
The Iranian leadership had pledged to Damascus that it would send more ships loaded with oil, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Jeffrey stressed that the Syrian regime must take steps to resolve the security concerns of its neighbours, according to Syria TV.
CENTCOM called the operation a “unilateral” one, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A joint patrol was scheduled with the Turkish side, but the latter did not participate in it, according to Baladi News.
Erdogan tries to get as many political benefits as possible from the operation, according to North Press.
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Erdogan said during the call to the Russian president that it is important to implement the Sochi agreement, according to Baladi News.
On Sunday, the exchange rate of the Syrian pound collapsed to the level of 6,050 against the dollar, according to Orient Net.
The siege imposed by the Fourth Division of the government forces started in early November, according to North Press.
SDF Commander tells Asharq Al-Awsat he won’t visit Damascus before conditions for political solution are available.
The U.S. Senior Representative to northeast Syria, Nikolas Granger, stressed his country’s strong opposition to any military action, according to North Press.
The hospital is located in Kilis, five kilometres from the Syrian border, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Lavrentiev will make a “critical” visit to Ankara this week on December 8th and 9th, according to al-Souria Net.
Abdi warned of “devastating repercussions” that would flow from any Turkish ground military operation, according to Baladi News.
Bulgaria rejected accusations that its border guards shot a Syrian refugee in October, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
ISIS-run Amaq news agency said the photos presented militants swearing allegiance to Abu al-Hassan al-Hussein al-Qurashi, according to North Press.
Damascus is not opposed to normalization with Turkey, according to Orient News.
The regime is only willing to recognize some of the cultural rights of Kurds in Syria, according to Shaam Network.
Türkiye only coordinates with its allies, Presidential Spokesperson Ibrahim Kalın said on Sunday, according to the Daily Sabah.
This is the second such visit in the past ten days, according to Athr Press.
Local sources from the neighbourhoods told North Press that “due to the siege, work in factories has been suspended.”
John Kirby raised concern over the Turkish operations in northern Syria, according to North Press.
The total number of travellers to and from Turkey through the Bab al-Hawa border crossing reached 17,265, including 2,120 women, according to Baladi News.
Turkey says Kurdish groups are “legitimate forces”. U.S. urges Turkey to stand down on plan to invade Syria and Assad says no meeting with Turkey anytime soon. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey does not seem to have backing from the U.S. and Russia on a potential ground invasion.
The U.S. Department of Defense said on Tuesday they were concerned about Turkish military escalation in northern Syria, according to North Press.
Syria denounced the UNSC’s silence about the occupation of the Golan, according to SANA.
The Washokani camp is a house for nearly 16.000 IDPs coming from the city of Sere Kaniye, according to North Press.
The U.S. position towards the Turkish operation in northern Syria is surrounded by a state of ambiguity, according to North Press.
The Russian offer stipulates the withdrawal of PYD forces from Tal Rifaat and its surroundings to Sheikh Maqsoud in Aleppo, according to Orient Net.
Russia suggested the deployment of Syrian government forces along the border with Turkey, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
An informed source told North Press that Turkey shelled the post with seven shells without recording any casualties.
Russia and Turkey stated their dissatisfaction with the implementation of the Sochi agreement, according to al-Watan.
Ankara wants the return of Syrian regime institutions as an alternative to the SDF, according to Baladi News.
The People’s Assembly indicated that Turkish practices constitute a clear violation of international law, according to SANA.
The SDF suggested Turkish ground invasion despite U.S. assurances, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Assad said he expects the level of bilateral meetings with Turkey to increase soon, according to al-Akhbar.
The SDF stressed its commitment to the de-escalation agreement with Turkey, according to Syria TV.
The decision to attack could come at any moment, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
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Romanian border police officers seized a truck containing chemicals, which was carrying 26 migrants from Syria and Turkey, according to al-Watan.
Mazloum Abdi said the SDF were “looking forward to coordinate with the Syrian Army” to protect the region, according to North Press.
The U.S. offered to keep the members of the Kurdish units 30 km away from the Syrian-Turkish border, according to Athr Press.
A ground offensive by Turkey on Northeastern Syria could be imminent.
The Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates said illegitimate foreign presence on Syrian territory is a violation of international law, according to SANA.
The dead included a child and four men, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
At the end of the Astana 19 meetings, Russia expected a rapprochement between Damascus and Ankara soon, according to Athr Press.
The SDF informed the coalition forces of its decision to suspend joint military and security operations targeting ISIS, according to Syria TV.
In an exclusive statement to North Press, Ahmed criticized “media outlets” for being unfair in highlighting the humanitarian side in Syria.
Round 19 of the Astana talks began on Tuesday in the Kazakh capital Nur-Sultan, according to North Press.
Lavrentiev stressed Russia’s continued support for the unity and territorial integrity of Syria, according to SANA.
Turkey targeted on Tuesday villages in the northern countryside of Aleppo three successive times in less than 12 hours, according to North Press.
The leader of the Turkish Nationalist Movement Party, praised the meeting held with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Qatar, according to Shaam Network.
Iran said the Syrian people have been the victim of Zionist aggressions for years, according to SANA.
Erdogan confirmed that he did not hold any meetings with the U.S. or Russian president regarding the operation, according to Athr Press.
The SDC stressed the U.S.’ and Russia’s categorical rejection of any Turkish incursion, according to North Press.
Turkey is likely to begin a ground offensive against YPG areas of influence, al-Souria Net.
The rockets hit a school, two houses and agricultural land near the Karkamis border crossing, according to Baladi News.
Kilicdaroglu spoke of his promises to Syrians of “safety” while denying his intention to return any refugees “forcibly”, according to al-Souria Net.
Ankara is determined to establish a residential area in northern Syria for Syrian refugees who want to return voluntarily, according to Syria TV.
The General Command of the SDF said in a statement that Turkey has been preparing for a long time to launch a large-scale attack on northeastern Syria, according to North Press.
The attack could have significant repercussions in Syria.
The protesters called on authorities to hold accountable the killers of the activist Muhammad Abdullatif, according to North Press.
Turkey could start a major military operation in Syria, according to Baladi News.
Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad said that Syria condemns terrorism wherever it is, according to al-Watan.
The AANES accused the Turkish intelligence of executing the explosion, according to North Press.
Many social media accounts posted a picture of the woman wearing camouflage pants and a hijab, according to Damas Post.
The American and Turkish sides are pressuring each other in order to accept the other’s project, according to al-Watan.
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Clashes had been taken place over the past three days in the countryside of Afrin between opposition factions, according to al-Watan.
The AANES criticized rapprochement between Turkey and Syria.
Syria TV said military groups from the factions that have recently suspended their work support the new commander Abu Suleiman.
Syria said French’s statements are “full of lies and fabrications,” according to SANA.
The number of casualties has not been confirmed, but some of those killed in the attack late on Tuesday were Iranian nationals, al-Jazeera reports.
Syrian government forces targeted IDP camps northwest of the country that resulted in the killing and injury of 80 individuals, according to North Press.
Turkish officials are constantly talking about Ankara’s intention towards rapprochement with Damascus, according to Athr Press.
In Syria, opponents found in oil a rare point of consensus to cooperate and pick clean the country’s wealth and revenues, according to Ibrahim Hamidi for Asharq al-Awsat.
Firefighters rushed to the scene in the Yıldırım district of Bursa, according to the Daily Sabah.
A military source told North Press the British delegation visited this morning military and civil councils in Kobani and Manbij.
Many Syrians said their situation worsened in Turkey after Erdogan announced a plan to encourage one million Syrian refugees to return to their country, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Several Turkish statements in recent weeks have hinted at Ankara’s changing approach to the Syrian issue, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria said the shelling targeted command headquarters and training camps belonging to terrorist organizations in rural Idleb, according to Baladi News.
Ammar Adnan Kahlous, born in 1994 in Damascus, died on June 22th under the watchful eye of Greek police without any assistance, according to Orient Net.
The bus was carrying refugees from Istanbul to Diyarbakir during their deportation, according to Orient Net.
Ghadban’s election is particularly likely to strengthen Turkey’s influence in the divided Syrian opposition, according to al-Hal Net.
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This development appears to be Sweden’s compliance with the conditions of the Turkish regime, according to Athr Press.
Baladi News says opposition factions have agreed to make a step towards a unified command.
Erdogan’s deportation of Syrians is a clear attempt to desperately cling to power, writes Sam Hamad for al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Captagon trade has become very profitable in various regions of Syria regardless of the forces controlling it, Orient News report.
The meeting aims to unite all factions under one military command and one security department, according to Baladi News.
The league will call on Turkey to withdraw unconditionally from all Syrian territory, according to al-Watan.
Serious riots involving refugees took place on Halloween night in the city of Linz, according to Orient News.
Erdogan sent HTS to Afrin in order to achieve several goals, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. initiative is meant to open the crossing routinely and organize it in favour of residents in all fields, according to North Press.
Turkey intends to reorganize the SNA factions to end the state of constant infighting among the factions, according to North Press.
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Turkey wants the “moderate opposition and the regime to reach an agreement on a road map,” according to Baladi News.
Awda is forwarding a proposal from Jordan that seeks to market an “Arab” initiative for a political solution in Syria, according to al-Modon.
At least 18 trucks loaded with food baskets and flour entered in the afternoon to the Idleb region, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Turkish intervention in Northwestern Syria occurred due to American pressure.
Lavrentiev pointed out that restoring Syrian-Turkish relations to their normal level requires good intentions from the Turkish leadership, according to al-Watan.
Azaz has seen street protests in the last two days opposed to the extremists’ entry, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The spokesman for the Turkish presidency accused on Tuesday the Syrian state of “sabotaging the work of the Constitutional Committee,” according to Athr Press.
This is the first comment to be released by the U.S. on the recent developments in Afrin, according to North Press.
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Rayburn sharply criticized parties demanding the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
A Turkish drone targeted a vehicle carrying fighters affiliated with the Internal Security Forces of North and East Syria, according to North Press.
An exclusive source told North Press that HTS deployed numbers of its militants across all neighbourhoods in Afrin.
A UK delegation discussed with the AANEs the humanitarian and economic issues, the fight against terrorism, as well as the political solution for the Syrian crisis, according to North Press.
Cavusoglustressed that there is currently no plan for a meeting between Erdogan and Assad, according to Baladi News.
Militants of the HTS reached the hills of the village of Kurzeleh, some 5 km southeast of Afrin city, according to North Press.
An AANES official said any understanding between Damascus and Ankara could deepen the crisis in Syria, according to North Press.
The committee stressed that the SNA continues its violations against residents, according to North Press.
SDF military positions were targetted in the vicinity of the village of Dada Abdal, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
There are some indications that Jaafari’s appointment may signal an acceleration in the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement, a Syrian pro-government media is reporting
An exclusive source told North Press clashes erupted between two groups of Hamza Division.
The death toll includes 21 children, three women, and seven individuals who died as a result of torture, according to the Syrian Network for Human Rights.
The visit was previously reported at the request of the Syrian state, according to al-Watan.
The Senate asked the U.S. president to certify to the relevant congressional committees that the F-16s will not be used against the SDF, according to North Press.
Erdogan continues to stress his intention to establish a “safe zone” in northern Syria, according to Athr Press.
Salih Muslim has rejected the PYD having any links to the PKK, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The government probably won’t be able to find permanent solutions that prevent the spread of the disease, according to Enab Baladi. Al-Souria Net reports that vaccines are not available in Syria.
Officials from the Syrian Opposition Coalition (SOC) went on an official visit to the United States to discuss the Syrian crisis.
There are indications about the probability of starting a dialogue between the SNC and AANES, according to North Press.
A Turkish newspaper quoted Erdogan saying that he would have been ready to meet Bashar al-Assad, according to Baladi News.
The opposition delegation will continue its meetings in the U.S. capital, according to Syria TV.
Last month has seen a decline in the intensity of the military escalation of the Turkish army along the frontlines, according to al-Watan.
Two people were killed and eight others wounded by the attack, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Russia is pushing Turkey in the direction of normalization with the Syrian government, according to Athr Press.
The ISIS members admitted to planning IED attacks in the city of Raqqa, according to North Press.
This move may be the first sign of “opening relations” between Turkey and the regime, according to al-Souria Net.
A Kurdish politician said the solution to the Kurdish issue would only come from Damascus, stressing the need for unified position between Kurds, according to Athr Press.
The targeting took place close to the village of Kabbashin, south of Afrin, according to North Press.
The west’s silence does not mean acceptance of Turkey’s steps towards Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
Mekdad called on the “opposition” not to believe the “dreams” promised by the West, according to Athr Press.
Erdogan reportedly expressed willingness to meet Assad.
Julani wants to move HTS away from extremism to remove it from terrorism lists, according to Athr Press.
Despite signs of rapprochement, Turkey stressed that opposition factions have the right to confront advancements by regime forces, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Political dialogue between the two countries is likely to begin next month, according to al-Watan.
Clashes and scuffles erupted between the U.S. and Russian forces on the ground in northeast Syria, according to North Press.
Raids near the Kurdish-held border town of Kobane targeted positions of the Syrian regime army, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Russia proposed organizing a meeting between the foreign ministers of Turkey and Syria.
The WHO expressed appreciation for what it receives in support and facilitation offered by the Syrian state, according to SANA.
The Heads of Turkey and Syria’s intelligence agencies have recently met in Damascus, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A Kurdish official feared the rapprochement would be invested against the SDF’s Autonomous Administration, according to Baladi News.
The opposition in northern Syria fears the acceleration of the rapprochement steps between Ankara and Damascus, according to Athr Press.
An Iraqi child was kidnapped, raped, and killed, in the town of Ras al-Ain, according to Baladi News.
UNHCR confirmed that it does not engage in or encourage illegal travel from Turkey to Europe, according to Athr Press.
A delegation of businessmen, accompanied by several Syrian opposition officials, toured the cities of Afrin, al-Bab and al-Rai, according to Athr Press.
Boutros Morjaneh said Turkey should “end its occupation of Syrian territory and stop its support for terrorist groups,” according to Athr Press.
Syria abstains from responding to Israeli aggressions because it is focused on the “liberation” of Idleb and the Northeast, according to al-Watan.
The General Organization of Syrian Civil Aviation denied the rerun of Turkish civil aviation in the Syrian skies, according to SANA.
The caravan included about 200 people carrying their luggage and on their way to the borders with Turkey, according to Baladi News.
The SDF’s dealings with the Kurdish National Council as coming in compliance with American orders, according to al-Watan.
The “Caravan of Light” campaign was launched by Syrian refugees in Turkey to migrate towards Europe, according to Athr Press.
The regime announced the opening of the first center for settling the situation of wanted people from Idleb, according to al-Modon.
The SDF said the drills were aimed at supporting security, stability, and the final elimination of ISIS, according to al-Souria Net.
Intelligence Online reported that Hakan Fidan and Ali Mamlouk have met again under Russian auspices, according to al-Modon.
The Russian Defense Ministry accused “terrorist groups” affiliated with Turkey are excavating antiques in the occupied Afrin, according to SANA.
Photos and videos showed military groups cutting down trees in the woods of the town of Sharan, near Lake Medanki, according to Syria TV.
The U.S. opposes any transfer of Kurdish-led areas to the control of the regime, according to al-Watan.
Turkey is mostly pre-occupied by the positions of the Kurdish-led People’s protection units, according to North Press.
Erdogan wants to deprive his opponents of the Syrian refugees card, according to al-Watan.
The Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS hailed and announced support to the al-Hol operation, according to North Press.
An op-ed by Joseph Daher, author and teacher at the University of Lausanne, about the recent Turkish-Syrian rapprochement, in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Turkish Foreign Minister met with the head of the Syrian coalition, Salem al-Meslet, according to Syria TV.
A military group announced Tuesday defecation from the Hamza Division, according to North Press.
Samer Wahoud was about to be deported back to Syria, according to al-Modon.
The Turkish Foreign Minister said that Syria must be cleared of terrorists, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
During a visit to Moscow, Faisal al-Mekdad highlighted the importance of Syrian-Russian relations, according to SANA.
Defection has recently become a common phenomenon among the SNA factions, according to North Press.
Meslet said the anti-Turkish demonstrations that took place two weeks ago were the work of instigators.
Iran said it hopes to see the return of relations between Turkey and Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
As Turkey moves forward with negotiations with Assad, it will be critical to see how armed rebel factions respond, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Aser Heranci, Head of the Syria Support Youth Movement of the Spanish Communist Party, visited Damascus on top of a delegation, according to SANA.
The SDC called on the democratic opposition to unite and play its role, according to North Press.
Three UN officials expressed their deep concern about the ongoing hostilities in northern Syria, according to North Press.
The bloodshed comes against increased tensions pitting the SDF and Turkey, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The rapprochement will be discussed by Mekdad and Lavrov in Moscow, according to Athr Press.
Faisal al-Mekdad, the regime’s top diplomat, is visiting Moscow days after a meeting with Cavusoglu.
The SV Konstantin appears to have reached the Syrian port of Tartous, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The SDF said it led three operations against Turkish forces deployed on the border, killing seven, according to North Press.
These Statements by Hayati Yazici came as three Turkish military columns entered from the Jarablus border crossing with Syria.
This statement comes as statements by the Turkish FM backlashed among the Syrian opposition, according to North Press.
The minister of defense met his Russian counterpart on the sidelines of the 10th Moscow Conference on International Security, according to SANA.
Refugees are subjected to abuse by border guards in Turkey and Greece, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that “the Syrian opposition trusts Turkey,” according to Baladi News.
Devlet Bahceli called the position of the Turkish Foreign Minister “constructive and realistic,” according to al-Souria Net.
Damascus said it would not comment on the Turkish FM statements until they are coupled with actions.
After clashes erupted with an opposition faction, government forces recorded casualties, including an officer, according to North Press.
An armed opposition group said it “refused any convergence with the Syrian regime”.
Fewer Syrians want to cross illegally into Turkey, due to anti-immigration policies, according to Syria TV.
The leader of the PJAK, an Iranian Kurdish group, was killed by Turkey, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The cargo of the two tankers amounted to about 13,000 tons of crude oil, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Turkish intelligence, in cooperation with the security forces of the Syrian National Army, was able to arrest Ali al-Najjar, according to Baladi News.
The Ahrar al-Sharqiya faction withdrew its members from the joint checkpoints as they fear a rapprochement between Ankara and Damascus, according to North Press.
The attack struck near a hospital in Qamishli, killing four as they dug trenches near Turkey’s border, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Despite bombings, a full-scale invasion by Turkey of Nothern Syria is yet to be seen.
Turkish media already published news indicating the possibility of a Turkish-Syrian rapprochement, according to Athr Press.
Since 2011, EU officials have never visited areas under Syrian regime control, according to SANA.
Russia insists that actions that could jeopardize Syria’s territorial integrity should be avoided, according to North Press.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Sochi on August 5th, according to North Press.
The opposition parties are reportedly still discussing the matter, according to Syria TV.
1,942 people had been deported from Turkey to Syria in June, according to al-Souria Net.
The opposition criticized Algiers’ insistence on inviting the regime of Bashar al-Assad, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The journalists were attacked while covering a protest organized by the medical staff in al-Bab al-Jadeed Hospital, according to North Press.
Turkey said it is only seeking to “combat terrorism” in neighbouring countries, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Opposition circles received the Turkish Foreign Minister’s remarks with much apprehension, according to Athr Press.
Police in al-Bab arrested a young man for criticizing Turkey’s statements about supporting the Assad regime in fighting terrorism, according to Baladi News.
A group of 100 French lawmakers urged the UN Security Council to impose a no-fly zone on northern Syria, according to North Press.
Four Autonomous Administration’s Internal Security Forces members were killed by a Turkish drone targeting their car in the Ain Issa area, according to al-Modon.
A mass grave containing more than ten bodies was found on Wednesday in the city of Manbij, northern Syria, according to North Press.
The General Command of the Army affirmed that Syria is fully prepared to confront any possible aggression by the “Turkish regime”, according to SANA.
The Governor of Hassakeh said that the practices of the “U.S. and Turkish occupation” reflect negatively and directly on the lives of the people, according to al-Watan.
Nabeel al-Abdullah, known as Russia’s “loyal man” in the region, was injured as a result of the attack, according to al-Souria Net.
The agreement increased the regime’s oil intake, mainly used for its military forces, Baladi News.
Turkish forces escalated their air attacks in areas under the control of the SDF, according to al-Modon.
Under the new amendment, Syrian citizens who have been Turkish citizens since 2011 have to review the Palestine branch, according to Enab Baladi.
Opposition sources said the regime’s media coverage of the incident was not accurate, according to al-Modon.
Due to a Turkish air strike, the SDF’s deputy commander and three fighters died in the eastern Syrian city of Hassakeh, according to Baladi News.
Turkey has failed to convince the international community to launch a military operation on northern Syria, according to North Press.
A delegation from the Kurdish Autonomous Administration visited Damascus, according to al-Watan.
Up to 24,743 civilians have been allegedly killed by Russian and/or Syrian regime action, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Turkey says it is still attached to its planned military operation against the SDF.
Israel believes that a Turkish incursion in northern Syria would benefit Iran in the long run, according to North Press.
Erdogan said his country “is determined to eradicate the hotbeds of terrorism in Syria,” according to Syria TV.
Faisal al-Mekdad was visiting Tehran on the sidelines of the summit between the presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey, according to the Syria Times.
Signed by Ankara and Damascus in July 1998, the Adana agreement establishes security cooperation between the two parties, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Khamenei said that Iran considers the security of Turkey’s borders as its own, according to the Syria Times.
The SDF and its affiliates are ready to go to war if Turkey decides to invade areas in Syria’s north, according to North Press.
Turkish drones are targetting regime positions in Tal Rifaat, according to al-Modon.
The regime is taking advantage of the SDF’s position to get more and more concessions, according to al-Modon.
Abdi said the U.S. efforts to prevent a Turkish operation in Northern Syria were insignificant, according to al-Watan.
Moscow wants to move the constitutional talks from Switzerland to another country, according to al-Souria Net.
The leader of the HTS said the regime was suppressing Sunni Muslims in Syria, according to North Press.
Russia claims that HTS intends to carry out a false flag chemical attack in the Idleb governorate, according to North Press.
The regime remains however the biggest aggressor against children, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The SNHR said that two batches of 250 mercenaries left Syria for Libya, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
5 Russian citizens who raised funds under the guise of charity work to finance HTS were arrested, according to Sham FM.
Towns in the countryside of al-Hassakeh are witnessing a wave of displacement in anticipation of a Turkish operation, according to SANA.
Maher al-Aqal was not ISIS’ leader in Syria, but an official during the group’s reign in Raqqa, according to Athr Press.
Ilham Ahmed said that the Turkish operation in NE Syria will be to ISIS’ advantage, according to North Press.
Erdogan says the operation in Northern Syria could begin any moment, according to North Press.
Excerpts of an op-ed by Iyad al-Jaafari in al-Modon, in which he underlines the strong Iranian influence in Aleppo.
The U.S. Central Command said that the U.S. raid killed Maher al-Aqal in Afrin countryside, according to Shaam Network.
The spokesman of the SDF denied forming a joint operations room with the regime, according to Baladi News.
Erdogan’s appeal came as diplomats at the UN failed to find a middle ground that could overcome a Russian veto, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In the past few days, Turkey has brought military reinforcements to its troops deploying in Aleppo, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The group blamed the Syrian regime for the difficult economic situation and dire living conditions, according to Etihad.
Russia says the extension should not exceed 6 months, as opposed to western states that want it to continue for a year, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Saleh Muslim said the PYD “does not love war”, according to North Press.
The Syrian government is asking the SDF for concessions on the ground, according to al-Watan.
The delegation included a U.S. Senator and the Commander of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, according to North Press.
Representative of the Global Coalition said that al-Hol camp is fertile ground for ISIS recruitment, according to Baladi News.
Participants discussed the Russian efforts exerted for Syria’s future and international projects in various fields, according to SANA.
Turkey is not satisfied with Moscow and Washington’s positions regarding its operation in Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
Turkish forces pushed new military reinforcements into the northern Aleppo countryside, according to Baladi News.
Ankara said there was “no need to hurry” a military operation in Northern Syria, according to Arab News.
The SNHR said that 15 civilians, including one woman, were killed by Syrian regime forces and Iranian militias, according to Sawt al-Asima.
The Interior Ministry has announced that the ratio of foreign nationals to the overall number of Turkish people must not exceed 20%, according to North Press.
Iran will do its utmost to prevent a Turkish “military operation” in Syrian territory, according to al-Watan.
Turkey, Finland and Sweden have signed a memorandum “that addresses Turkey’s concerns.”
The attack happened just south of the opposition-held town of Afrin, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Sabbagh said some countries’ blind bias in favour of Israel was exposed, according to SANA.
The investigation identified European countries importing phosphates, like Italy, Bulgaria, Spain, and Poland, according to al-Souria Net.
The petition warned of a new wave of refugees toward Western Europe, according to North Press.
On June 27th, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan renewed his threats to invade northern Syria, according to North Press.
Syrians are leaving both Syria and Turkey to find a safe place to live in Europe, according to Syria TV.
The strike came shortly before midnight on Monday, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In a statement, 32 political parties demanded that Syrians inside and outside Syria act for stopping the Turkish military escalation, according to North Press.
Turkish presidential spokesman Ibrahim Kalin said lines of communication exist between Turkish and Syrian intelligence open periodically, according to Syrian Telegraph.
The Ministry has cancelled the records of those Syrians living on Turkish territory because they were not present at their nominated addresses, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A group of Turkish men killed a Syrian textile worker in Istanbul, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Many Syrian figures encourage an intra-Syrian rapprochement, according to North Press.
One million Syrian students study in Turkish schools, according to Syria TV.
The signatories to the petition requested that Turkey abandons “the war and destruction path”, North Press reports.
A group of Syrian activists and civil society figures called on Turkey to abandon its planned invasion and engage in dialogue.
The authorities claim that the concerned individuals have been “missing”, according to al-Souria Net.
Bogdanov claimed once again that Geneva could no longer be the meeting of the Constitutional Committee, according to the Syria Times.
At the Arab-Turkish Business Summit, held in Gaziantep, local companies promoted investment in northwestern Syria for the first time, according to al-Souria Net.
Lavrentiev said Moscow is trying to persuade the Kurds to settle with Damascus, according to al-Watan.
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The statement renewed “the commitment to advance the political settlement process under the leadership and ownership of Syria,” according to the Syria Times.
The U.S. does not want the Syrian parties to unite in the face of Turkey’s threats, according to al-Watan.
The “Humanitarian Relief Organization” (IYD) mourned Amer Alfin, the director of its office in the city of Al-Bab, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A Russian diplomat said Moscow will do all it can to avoid “complications” in Syria, according to SANA.
A meeting between European diplomats in Cyprus on Syria left many questions unanswered, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
According to the confidential source, who spoke to Al-Hal Net, the new coalition member “has links to Turkish intelligence.”
The statement denounced the Turkish regime’s evasion and reluctance to fulfill its commitments under the Astana and Sochi processes, according to SANA.
According to Baladi News, the prisoner exchange was backed by a Turkish-Russian guarantee.
The AANES called on Damascus and Baghdad to pressure Ankara into respecting the terms of the Euphrates River Agreement, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The fighting broke out between the Ahrar al-Sharqiya faction and the Mu’tasim Division, according to North Press.
The issue of refugees might significantly impact the upcoming elections, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Despite unchanging frontlines, the Turkish operation in northeast Syria could be imminent.
Assad told Russia Today that he does not exclude direct military confrontation with Turkey, according to SANA.
Media outlets in Turkey expect the operation to begin next week, according to Baladi News.
According to al-Modon, by blacklisting the Katerji company, Saudi Arabia has demonstrated that it is not ready to normalize ties with the regime.
As a Turkish operation in northern Syria looms, the Ankara-backed opposition is also preparing itself, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Ned Price said any aggression on Syria by Turkey could result in “costly setbacks” in the fight against ISIS, according to North Press.
Ankara says it must act because Washington and Moscow broke promises to push the YPG 30 km from its borders, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Farid Saadoun said that Erdogan was unable to launch a large-scale invasion, according to al-Watan.
So far, Erdogan was not able to move the frontlines in Syria, according to al-Watan.
Three civilians, including two children, were wounded after a car bomb detonated in Azaz, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Early on Monday, a 21-year-old Syrian man named Sherif Khaled al-Ahmad was killed in Istanbul’s Bagcilar district, according to Syria TV.
Protests were held in Afrin and other towns against the price of electricity, according to al-Souria Net.
The SDF would coordinate with Syrian government troops to fend off any Turkish invasion, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Iranian militias fear the start of the Turkish military operation in northern Syria, according to Baladi News.
Turkey has promised to root out “terrorists” from Northeast Syria, as part of its military operation in the Northeast, despite U.S. pressure.
Civilians were harmed after an ammunition and weapons depot exploded in Babska, according to Baladi News. SANA presents a different story.
The U.S. said it opposes anything that might jeopardize efforts to keep ISIS at bay, according to al-Souria Net.
An Iranian minister received on Tuesday a delegation of Syrian businessmen, according to SANA.
Turkish forces shelled Wednesday villages in the southeastern countryside of Kobani, northern Syria, with heavy artillery, according to North Press.
The reinforcements come as Turkey prepares a new military operation in Northeast Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Social media users posted a video showing an old Syrian woman being kicked in the face by a Turkish national, according to al-Souria Net.
Ilham Ahmed met with a regime general to unify the work to face a potential Turkish operation, according to al-Tareek.
Syria said it reserves the right to confront the “Turkish aggression” by all legitimate means, according to the Syria Times.
A new wave of displacement occurred after attacks by the “Turkish occupation”, according to SANA.
The minister reaffirmed Syria’s support for the liberation of the Falkland Islands from “British colonialism”, according to SANA.
Turkey postponed the operation in Northeast Syria as a result of pressure from Russia and the U.S., according to North Press.
Turkish forces fired two shells in areas between the villages of Umm Hawsh and al-Wahshiya, according to North Press.
The attacks destroyed ammunition and equipment, Sham FM.
Russian and U.S. occupation planes sent warnings to the Erdogan regime with regard to the operation in Syria, according to al-Watan.
The AANES called for peacekeeping forces on the borders separating the areas it runs from those held by Turkish forces, according to North Press.
Turkey has informed the Syrian National Army factions that it has postponed the planned military operation in northern Syria, according to BALADI NEWS.
Erdogan is hoping to defuse the anger in Turkey related to the presence of millions of refugees.
Al-Watan expects that any Turkish operation in Syria would be limited in scale, focusing on a narrow strip of land.
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Syria said it retains the right to respond to any aggression by the Turkish regime, according to SANA.
A Syrian MP called Erdogan’s plan “illegal”, claiming that Russia, Iran, and China will stand next to Syria, according to al-Watan.
The warnings followed an unprecedented campaign by Greek border guards against migrants, according to SY-24.
Around 20 people have been arrested in a crackdown on drug traffickers in northern Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The latest Israel attacks on Syria had additional significance, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey could block the accession of Sweden and Finland to NATO if doesn’t get the organization to protect a safe zone in Syria, according to the New Arab.
Talks between Turkey and Russia are ongoing, according to al-Souria Net.
Mekdad affirmed Syria’s keenness to strengthen joint Arab action, according to SANA.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed his regime’s insistence on implementing a plan to transfer Syrian refugees to northern Syria, according to al-Watan.
Mekdad has called on Arab and International Foreign ministers to deal with the Syrian government in a responsible, serious and neutral manner, according to SANA.
The U.S. decision to lift sanctions on northern Syria had a large impact on businessmen in regime areas, according to al-Hal net.
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Four members of the SDF were accused of facilitating the escape of 27 ISIS members, according to Athr Press.
The U.S. will allow foreign investment in northeastern Syria under the control of the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to Baladi News.
The naturalization of dozens of Syrians in Turkey was delayed, according to al-Souria Net.
Turkey’s government has dealt with hostility on the subject of refugees from many sides, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Victory Party did not meet the requirements to run in the elections, according to al-Souria Net.
Some factions of the SNA, led by Abu Amsha’s Suleiman Shah, might join and merge with HTS, according to al-Hal Net.
Meslet pointed to the need to confront Iran’s malicious, sectarian schemes in the region, according to the SOC Media Department.
Syrians welcomed the first days of Eid al-Fitr this year as the crisis wreaks-havoc in the war-torn country, according to Snack Syrian.
Russia not invited to EU conference on Syria, Minister promises solution to fuel crisis, and regime soldiers injured in various locations. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Abu Abdo Tahun, a leader of the Turkish-backed Faylaq al-Rahman faction, survived an IED planted in his car, according to North Press.
Syria condemned the blatant Israeli aggression on the vicinity of Damascus at dawn on Wednesday, according to SANA.
Andrei Kortunov, the Director-General of the Russian Council of International Affairs, said the decision won’t impact Russia, according to al-Watan.
Turkey is planning to transfer refugees to residential compounds it built in the areas it controls, according to al-Modon.
A year ahead of the Turkish presidential elections, all parties want to appear uncompromising on the issue of Syrian refugees, according to North Press.
Lice spreads in Damascus schools, Syria denies talks with Erdogan, and Kobani under attack. Catch up on what happened this holiday.
Busy with the war in Ukraine, the U.S. has put its plan to exclude areas under the control of the SDF and the opposition from sanctions on hold, according to al-Watan.
On Monday, the U.S. expressed its worries regarding the Turkish attacks targeting civilians in Kobani, according to North Press.
Even parties that weren’t previously involved in anti-Syrians rhetoric are now calling for their deportation, according to al-Souria Net.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has reported clear points of disagreement with Turkey over the Syrian issue, according to al-Souria Net.
U.S. confirms support for SDF, but hints at infiltration in eastern Syria base, while Israel strikes west of Damascus. Catch up on everything that happened over the holidays.
Clashes broke out between members of the Syrian National Army in Afrin city in the northern Aleppo countryside on Monday, according to Shaam Network.
The Turkish-Syrian meeting focused on security issues, according to sources in Turkey, al-Modon reports.
Turkey and the SDF are taking advantage of Russia’s involvement in Ukraine to move in northeastern Syria, according to al-Watan.
As charities leave northwestern Syria, children have to work hard and dangerous jobs, according to al-Watan.
Mohammed Nader al-Hammoud was beaten and forced to sign papers against his will, according to Enab Baladi.
Russia calls for end of U.S. impunity in Syria, attacks in Suweida, and strikes on Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
In Syria, three out of five people suffer from food insecurity, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
The head of the opposition Syrian National Coalition denied reports that Turkey intended to dialogue with the Syrian regime, according to SY-24.
The U.S. has allowed Turkey to occupy Ain Issa in exchange for cooperation on the Ukraine issue, according to al-Watan.
Two members of the Turkish-backed Glory Corps were killed as a result of infighting in Afrin, according to North Press.
Damascus excluded any rapprochement with Turkey, according to al-Watan.
Three men of Khoder Taher were arrested by the regime intelligence branch, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Activists are filing lawsuits against Abu Amsha, the leader of the Sultan Suleiman Shah Division, in Europe, according to Enab Baladi.
Areas under the control of the opposition SNA and HTS are experiencing a lot of security issues, according to North Press.
Russian soldiers stationed in Syria are being prepared for redeployment in Ukraine, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The President of the Syrian Opposition met with the Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova on the sidelines of the 20th Doha Forum, according to the SOC Media Department.
Russia is trying to use the issue of cross-border humanitarian aid into Syria as a pressure card against the West for its war on Ukraine, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia threatens to close the Bab al-Hawa crossing to Syria, activist calls for unity of SDF and opposition, attacks in Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian opposition blamed the regime delegation for the failure of this round of constitutional talks, according to al-Jazeera.
Asharq al-Awsat revisits 4 days of Syrian constitutional talks in Geneva.
Two Turkish soldiers were injured following the targeting of the vehicle by regime forces, according to Enab Baladi.
Seven SDF leaders were involved in the smuggling of ISIS fighters, as well as the drug trade, according to al-Watan.
The Opposition National Army said that rumors about it sending fighters to Ukraine were just a strategy to discredit it, according to al-Souria Net.
Electricity in Afrin costs much more than it costs in Turkey, according to Baladi News.
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The visit of Assad to the UAE cannot be dissociated from global developments, according to North Press.
Nabel al-Abdullah, the leader of the National Defense Militia in the Christian town of Suqaylabiyah, said he was ready to go fight in Ukraine, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia resumed its strikes on Idleb, as a warning to Turkey, according to al-Watan.
Syria and Iran have discussed cooperation and efforts made to implement water projects, according to SANA.
The closure of the SOC offices in Ankara might be the result of an internal feud, or an attempt from Turkey to court Arab countries.
Following the al-Sinaa attack, the SDF transferred over 1,000 ISIS detainees to another prison, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Five Syrians are running for the municipal elections in the Netherlands, according to Syria TV.
The security situation in opposition-held northwestern Syria is deteriorating, with attackers and thugs leading factions, according to North Press.
Kilicdaroglu, the leader of the CHP, said that his party would work on improving Turkish Syrian and Turkish Egyptian relations, according to al-Watan.
Exchange of fire between opposition and regime forces, Syrian Russian mercenary in Dubai for tourism, and weather conditions close ports in Syria. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian government considered that the exclusion of the opposition and the SDF from Caesar sanctions would encourage them to secede, according to al-Watan.
The pro-Russian National Defense Militia is recruiting volunteers to fight in Ukraine with Russia.
Moscow and the U.S. consider that the two issues are separate, according to al-Watan.
The Arab States called for Turkey to withdraw from Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
SANA claims that “hundreds of terrorists” from Jabhat al-Nusra left Syria for Ukraine with the help of Turkey.
Leaders of the Syrian National Army are using the same abusive methods as the regime, according to al-Hal Net.
The Syrian opposition president said the Syrian people are familiar with the suffering in Ukraine, according to Shaam Network.
The Syrian regime and the opposition are accusing each other of sending fighters to Ukraine.
Idleb and the de-escalation zone overall have witnessed a relative calm for the last weeks, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Iran is moving inside Syria to try and consolidate its position.
The Russian Reconciliation Center reported that 12 Syrian army soldiers were injured in the Idleb and Lattakia governorates in the last 24 hours, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian opposition cannot launch an attack against the government, despite Russia being busy in Ukraine, according to North Press.
The Russian intervention in Syria was a demonstration of Putin’s capabilities, that he might reproduce in Ukraine, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkish attack on regime positions, COVID spreads in Syria, and Russia compares Ukrainian army with “Syrian terrorists”. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Lebanese Minister for the Displaced met with the Syrian Minister for Local Administration to discuss the return of refugees, according to SANA.
Prices all across Syria have increased greatly, as the socio-economic situation deteriorates.
Abu Amsha, leader of the Suleyman Shah division, was exiled outside of Afrin for two years, according to al-Souria Net.
Faisal al-Mekdad described the dire situation in Syria in front of a Russian think thank, in a rare occurrence by a regime official.
Bogdanov announced that representatives of Russia, Turkey, and Iran will meet in Antalya for Astana format talks, according to al-Watan.
The leader of the CHP has vowed to deport Syrian refugees present in Turkey if elected, according to the Shaam News Agency.
France’s ambassador the UN said he was pessimistic about the situation in Syria, in an interview to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Faisal al-Mekdad received on Wednesday the UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen, according to the Syria Times.
Four military factions of the Syrian National Army announced their merger into the Liberation, and Construction Movement, according to al-Souria Net.
Palestinians have raised $10 million in less than a month to build homes for Syrian refugees, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Corona spreads in regime-held Syria, infighting between pro-Turkish factions, and Jordan foils a drug smuggling attack. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Six people were killed as a result of terrorist attacks by the regime and the SDF, according to the Shaam News Agency.
The AANES is blaming both Washington and Moscow for Turkey’s pressure on northeast Syria, according to North Press Agency
Several individuals have been arrested and charged on terrorism charges in Afrin, according to Zaman al-Wasl
Syrian and Turkish officials met with Turkish Interior Minister Suleiman Soylu to discuss the situation of refugees in Turkey, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia calls for the regime to control all of Syria, the Opposition meets Turkey VP, and Covid spreads. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian Observer looks at how major news outlets reacted to the raid by U.S. forces that killed Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi.
The SDF signed an agreement with an HTS-affiliated company to supply it with oil, according to Athr Press.
The SDF regretted the fall of four of its martyrs in a Turkish strike, threatening to avenge them, according to ANHA.
A strike, reportedly fired by the SDF on al-Bab in eastern aleppo, killed eight civilians, according to Baladi News.
Turkey announced the beginning of an air campaign against “terrorist groups” on the border with Syria and Iraq, according to the Shaam News Network.
Turkey and Qatar disagree on the reform of the opposition coalition in Syria, leaked documents obtained by North Press indicate.
The de-escalation zone in northwest Syria witnessed on Monday mutual shelling between Turkish-backed opposition factions and the Syrian government forces, according to North Press.
A leader in the Turkish-backed al-Hamza Division was killed Sunday by unknown gunmen in the city of al-Bab, according to North Press.
Hundreds of young Syrian refugees in Turkey were deported to Syria based on “administrative pretexts”, according to al-Souria Net.
Honor crimes persist in Syria, Mekdad visits Paraguayan diplomat, and ISIS resurges. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Turkish-backed local administration in Afrin redistributed cross-border aid to settlers, according to North Press.
Although the SDF emerged victorious from the Ghweran prison assault, ISIS was able to show that it did not say its last word yet.
The permanent representative of Syria to the UN claimed that the U.S. was behind the events in Hassakeh, as it wants to revive ISIS, according to SANA.
In an op-ed to Asharq al-Awsat, Omer Onhon affirmed that the war in Syria is far from over, despite Assad pretending that he is the victor.
As the SDF continues to advance in the Sina’a prison, the AANES accuses Turkey of being behind the mass breakout, according to al-Souria Net and North Press.
The SDC called on the international community to help it in the fight against ISIS, accusing Turkey of supporting the terrorist organization, according to North Press.
Leaders in the al-Nusra are channeling aid into a lucrative black market scheme, investing the surplus in Turkey, according to the Syria Times.
Russian and Syrian diplomats meet in Moscow, Syrian man from award-winning photograph invited to Italy, and refugees from Syria in Turkey suffer from cold. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Syria considered that actions committed by the U.S. occupation forces and the SDF militia amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity, according to SANA.
Facing aid cuts after the Covid pandemic, the healthcare system in Idleb is falling apart, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Displaced people in the camps of northwestern Syria are living under harsh circumstances, especially due to rain and snow, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Cross Border aid to Syria through the Bab al-Hawa crossing was extended de facto for an additional six months after pro-regime media had announced its suspension.
The Syrian National Army managed to infiltrate and completely destroy a tunnel used by the SDF north of Raqqa, according to the Zaitun agency.
Syrian Turkmen in Lebanon are living under harsh circumstances, as the country’s economy continues its downfall, according to Syria TV.
The intensification of Russian activities in Syria is part of the struggle of influence between Iran and Russia, according to al-Hal Net.
The drought, the closure of border crossings, and monopolies are all making life in Hassakeh very difficult, as prices increase and shortages become frequent, according to North Press.
A Young Syrian man was killed on Monday evening by a Turkish citizen inside his home in the city of Istanbul, according to the Zaitun Agency.
The President of the U.S. Committee for International Religious Freedom has called for her country to pressure Turkey to withdraw from Northeast Syria, according to North Press.
SDF asks Syria for recognition of autonomy, Turkish soldiers killed in an attack, U.S. forces reinforce positions. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The first week of 2022 was a particularly difficult one for Syrians in Idleb, as regime and Russian forces are escalating their bombardment of the region.
A Turkish newspaper published a report confirming that the value of the investment by Syrian businessmen in Turkey could soon exceed $10 billion, according to Athr Press.
Russia continues its attacks on the de-escalation zone around Idleb, killing 6 civilians since the beginning of the year, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A ground operation in Idleb remains unlikely, even though the region will probably witness breakthroughs in 2022, according to Baladi News.
As Syria prepares to welcome back religious pilgrims from Iran, experts claim that this decision is a highly political one, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
The Russian and Turkish Presidents talked over the phone about developments in Syria, among other topics, according to al-Watan.
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Nine Iranians previously arrested by Turkish forces at the border will be returned on Saturday from Syria, according to Athr Press.
A grim year awaits Syria in 2022, as it has to endure a collapsing economy and shifting regional dynamics, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Riyadh and Doha are united in their opposition to normalization with the Damascus regime, according to al-Hal Net.
The war in Syria killed 3,746 people in 2021 according to the SOHR, the decade-old war’s lowest yearly death toll, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
In order to fulfill their separatist dream, leaders of the SDC and the SDF are turning their back on Russia and the Syrian government, preferring to remain under an uncertain U.S. protection, according to al-Watan.
Following the 17th International Meeting on Syria in the Astana format, Russia, Turkey, and Iran reaffirmed their commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria, and rejected unilateral coercive measures, according to SANA.
A Syrian citizen and a U.S. diplomat were arrested after Turkish authorities discovered the sale of a forged passport, according to al-Souria Net.
Damascus has called the report by Guterres “subjective” and “unrealistic”, according to al-Watan.
On Monday, a Syrian child was killed after being hit in the neck by Turkish border guards while trying to enter Turkish territory illegally, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian delegation to Nur-Sultan met with the UN and Russian delegations, within the framework of the seventeenth Astana meeting in the Astana format about Syria, according to the Syria Times.
Turkish officials opened the first center of the Anatolian Turkish Academy in the city of Azaz in Northern Syria, as part of Ankara’s policy of Turkification, North Press reports.
Iran expressed its satisfaction with the recent exchange of 10 prisoners between the SNA and the Syrian government, according to North Press.
Less and less Syrian refugees in Turkey are considering a potential return to Syria, as they integrate deeper into Turkish society, according to al-Tareek.
The president of the Executive Committee of the SDC, Ilham Ahmed said that dialogue with the Syrian government does mean giving it legitimacy, according to North Press.
The SDF wants the autonomous administration to be recognized in order to engage in a dialogue with the government, according to al-Watan.
During his visit to the Iranian capital Tehran, Syrian FM Mekdad has met with several officials, SANA reports.
The FMs of Qatar and Turkey opposed normalization with the Assad regime and its return to the Arab League, according to Syria TV.
The regime’s illegal drug industry has benefitted associates of Bashar al-Assad, according to the Daily Sabah.
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoglu has met with defected Syrian regime Prime Minister Riad Hijab during his visit to Qatar, according to al-Souria Net.
HTS has raised tariffs on several products brought from rural Aleppo into the Idleb area, increasing the levies by up to 30 percent, according to the Shaam News Network.
Turkey on Thursday bashed statements issued by the Syrian parliament that called to “take” the southern Hatay province, according to the Daily Sabah.
The Bab al-Hawa border crossing department has disclosed the number of passengers traveling to and from Turkey in November, according to Baladi News.
The SDC has expressed its readiness to participate in a “genuine, constructive dialogue process” with the Damascus government, according to al-Watan.
The SDF has to choose between Washington, Damascus, and Moscow, according to al-Watan.
Although EU countries have refused to recognize the legitimacy of Bashar al-Assad’s regime since the beginning of the Syrian revolution, this consensus is being challenged, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Interim government of the Turkish-backed opposition and the Salvation government of HTS are coordinating efforts in education, according to al-Hal Net.
Social media users reported the defection of a commander from the pro-Turkish Hamza Division militia to government areas, according to al-Watan.
Russia, China, India renew their support to the sovereignty of Syria, an attack in Manbij, and an inmate reportedly killed as a result of torture in an opposition prison. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
On Saturday, the commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), Mazloum Abdi, called on Turkey for dialogue through the mediation of the United States, according to Baladi News.
The Turkish lira crisis has had a heavy implication on the economy of neighboring Idleb in Northwestern Syria, according to al-Jazeera.
Local authorities in a region of northern Syria controlled by Turkey have decided to withdraw a school textbook due to a “blasphemous” illustration of prophet Mohamad, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
During the meeting between Ilham Ahmed, and the Russian FM, Russia pressured the SDC to hold discussions with the government in Damascus, according to al-Watan.
The leader of the SDC, Ilham Ahmed, and the Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, discussed the situation in Syria, according to North Press.
The SDF denied in a statement a report by the Guardian which claimed that the Kurdish-led forces freed ISIS fighters in exchange for money, according to North Press.
The Syrian government is taking advantage of Turkish threats in Northeast Syria to extend its influence there, according to North Press.
The SNHR asked Jordan not to deport opposition journalist Ibrahim Awad back to Syria, where he could face reprisal by the regime, according to SY-24.
Foreign minister Faisal al-Mekdad has claimed that Syria is doing “tremendous efforts” to guarantee the safe and voluntary return of refugees, according to SANA.
Tensions between the Asayih and regime forces are increasing in the cities of al-Hassakeh and Qamishli, according to Baladi News.
Turkey’s threats in northeastern Syria have pushed the SDF into a Russian-sponsored rapprochement with the Assad regime.
The authorities of the Syrian Salvation Government reduced the weight of a bundle of bread by 50 grams, for the second consecutive time in one week, Baladi News reports.
The administration of US President Joe Biden has set five priorities in Syria, none of which call for the withdrawal of Iran, in contrast to the previous administration of President Donald Trump, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
Turkey has suspended its potential military operation against northeast Syria, as a result of the continued refusal from Russia and the U.S., North Press writes.
The refugee crisis amplifies at EU-Belarus borders, Opposition warns against normalization with the regime, and the chief spy of Syria in Cairo. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Following developments in northeastern Syria, leaders of the SDF and SDC have held meetings with a U.S. State Department delegation, al-Souria Net reports.
Factionalism has led to increased infighting between the groups composing the Syrian National Army, according to al-Hal.
Russia has deployed a long-range missile air-defense system in the northeastern Raqqa governorate of Syria, close to U.S. positions, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
Turkey is obstructing the entry of UN relief aid convoys “across established lines” from Aleppo to the “de-escalation” area of Idleb, according to al-Watan.
The regime will return to the areas under the control of the PYD, in a way similar to what happened in Daraa and under a decentralization formula, Fouad Alteiko writes in Nedaa Post.
A spokesman of the AANES denied the existence of any dialogue between the SDF and the Syrian regime, according to al-Modon.
Turkey and the Syrian regime have recently deployed army reinforcements into the countryside of Aleppo, northern Syria, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
On Monday, Turkish authorities released Syrian journalist and media figure, Majed Shamaa, who was arrested as part of the banana issue, according to al-Hal.
China expresses support to Syria, Iran evacuates base fearful of an Israeli attack, and racist attack in Turkey. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A Syrian journalist who took part in banana-based satire is being deported from Turkey despite being acquitted of wrongdoing, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
Anas al-Abda has announced a visit by a delegation from the Coordinating Committee to Turkey to meet opposition and Turkish officials, according to Nedaa Post.
As a Turkish operation in Northern Syria against the SDF looms, the Syrian Army is getting closer to the Kurdish-led group, according to al-Watan.
The electricity company affiliated with HTS in Idleb has raised its fees, according to North Press.
As a Turkish operation in Northeast Syria against the SDF looms, Russia is trying to get the regime and the SDF to cooperate more, according to Athr Press.
A Kurdish-Russian rapprochement is ongoing, as Turkey threatens to intervene militarily in Northeast Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
Activists launched an online campaign on social media to prevent the deportation of Syrian journalist Majed Shamaa, who was arrested as part of the “banana issue”, according to al-Tareek.
Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby reaffirmed that Washington wants to maintain the “deconfliction channel” with Moscow in Northeast Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Russia is trying to convince the SDF to withdraw from the Turkish border region, as Turkey threatens to intervene militarily, according to BasNews.
A U.S. diplomat confirmed that President Joe Biden did not give the Turkish President a green light to launch a new attack against the SDF, according to North Press.
An SDC claimed that the Turkish threats against northeast Syria were taken into consideration, calling on Syrians to unite in the face of aggression, according to North Press.
The Syrian regime forces and Iranian militias pushed massive reinforcements to the vicinity of the city of al-Bab, which is controlled by Turkish and SNA Forces, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian People’s Assembly has condemned the decision by the Turkish parliament to extend the operation in Syria, which Damascus sees as an aggression on its territory, according to SANA.
Aldar Khalil, a senior leader of the Kurdish PYD, has called for direct negotiations between the Kurds and Assad, as a Turkish operation threatens Northeast Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
COVID spreads in regime-controlled areas, the Central Bank of Syria denies the issuance of a new larger banknote, and Israel bombs Damascus’ suburb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A source at the Foreign Ministry has claimed that the policies of occupation and demographic change imposed by Erdogan in Syria are a threat to peace in the world, according to SANA.
Russian forces conducted airstrikes in northern Syria on Saturday in the vicinity of refugee camps near the Syrian-Turkish border, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Activists on Twitter have launched a campaign to save 1,000 cases of cancer, heart, and other diseases by bringing patients from Idleb to Turkey for treatment, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Another Syrian journalist was arrested in Turkey as part of the Banana case controversy, where Turkish citizens blamed Syrians for the scarcity of bananas, according to al-Hal.
Syria reiterated its continued work to liberate all its territory from occupation and terrorism, all whilst working on a political solution to the conflict, according to the Syria Times.
The photo of a one-legged Syrian father with his young son born without upper or lower limbs won photo of the year at the Siena International Photo Award, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
On Tuesday night, Turkey sent a large military convoy to Syria as reinforcements, as a military operation against the SDF seems imminent, according to Baladi News.
The parliament of Turkey has extended the mandate to launch cross-border operations in Syria and Iraq by two more years, despite the rejection by the main opposition CHP, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Turkish media outlets reported on a meeting between the SNA and Turkish officials aimed at preparing a military operation against the SDF in northern Syria, according to the Syrian News Agency.
The Russian Reconciliation Center announced that several militiamen conducted attacks in the countryside of Aleppo and Lattakia areas despite the de-escalation zone, according to North Press.
The ambassador of Iran to Syria has claimed that his country supports Syria in its ongoing war against terrorism, according to al-Watan.
Two parties from the Turkish opposition are criticizing how the ruling AKP has handled the Syrian crisis, and in particular its policies towards integrating refugees, according to al-Modon.
Teachers in the opposition-held Aleppo countryside are striking against low salaries and poor educational practices, but local authorities are threatening to fire them, al-Souria Net writes.
A pregnant woman was tortured to death by the Turkish intelligence in the town of Afrin after she was accused of detonating a car bomb, a rights group claimed, according to North Press.
Iran threatens Israel, unrest in Idleb, and Syria discusses relations with Serbia. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Syria and the UNHCR discussed means of securing the appropriate environment for the return of the displaced to their home areas, the Syria Times writes.
Turkish Defense Minister renewed his threat to launch an operation against the YPG in northeastern Syria, following attacks on Turkish officers and villages, according to al-Souria Net.
Attempts by Turkey to merge Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) with the Syrian National Army (SNA) are “impossible”, a Syrian opposition figure told North Press.
The leader of the Syrian opposition has claimed that the U.S. does not intend to normalize ties with the Syrian regime, stressing the importance of U.S.-Turkish coordination on Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
Military developments in northern Syria point to an imminent military operation by Turkey and its allies against the Kurdish-dominated SDF, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The intensification of the conflict in Northern Syria, between the SDF and Turkish-backed groups, signals a change in the region’s realities, according to al-Souria Net.
During a meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement, Faisal al-Mekdad met with the heads of several delegations, according to The Syria Times.
On Monday evening, a Russian warplane launched an airstrike on the Turkish area of operations “The Euphrates Shield”, in northern Syria, Baladi News reports.
Turkey, which is seeking to fight the Kurdish-majority SDF, has strengthened its military presence in Idleb, despite U.S. criticism, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Two Turkish police officers were killed, and two others injured last Sunday in a missile attack by the Syrian Kurdish YPG, near the town of Azaz, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Turkish presidential spokesman underlined that his country has the right to send troops to Syria, just like Russia and the United States, according to Thiqa Agency.
Four people were killed and others injured last Monday when a car bomb exploded in the center of Afrin city in the northern Aleppo countryside, Baladi News reports.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, regional developments and bilateral relations, according to the Daily Sabah.
The Director of Jordanian general intelligence confirmed that Jordan’s relations with Damascus have improved, and now focus on common security and economic challenges, according to al-Watan.
Russian airstrikes targeted Turkish-backed armed opposition factions’ sites south of Idleb, northwest Syria, according to North Press.
Locals in Azaz, Aleppo’s countryside, are resorting to motorbike taxis, as regular means of transport became too onerous, according to Enab Baladi.
The Egyptian Foreign Minister claimed that Egypt and Russia converge on the importance of restoring the stability and territorial integrity of Syria, Baladi News reports.
On Saturday, members of a Turkish-backed faction cut down dozens of forest and olive trees in the countryside of Afrin, according to North Press.
Turkey has warned, after a summit with Russia, that targeting civilians harms the stability of Syria and disturbs the “fragile balance” in the region, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
British Journalist and activist Vanessa Beeley claimed the west practiced media disinformation during the past ten years of the terrorist war on Syria, according to the Syria Times.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan revealed that he agreed with Russian President Vladimir Putin to implement a “final and sustainable solution” to the conflict in Syria, Athr Press reports.
The U.S. has no plans to normalize diplomatic ties with the Syrian regime, and does not encourage others to do so, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
Infighting between gunmen of a Turkish-backed faction in the town of Ras al-Ayn in northeast Syria left at least three dead, according to North Press.
The UN special envoy to Syria Geir Pedersen revealed that the sixth meeting of the Constitutional Committee will be held in Geneva on October 18th, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian delegation to the UNGA, headed by Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad, returned to Damascus on Tuesday, after a short stop in Egypt, according to al-Watan.
In a press conference, Ilham Ahmed claimed that the PKK fought extremism, and expressed the SDC’s willingness to dialogue with the Assad regime and Turkey, according to Syria TV.
Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad affirmed during the UNGA that Syria’s war against terrorism will continue until it eliminates it, according to SANA.
Opposition to the presence of mostly Syrian refugees in Turkey is on the rise, leading to racist incidents, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
For the third time, Russia has targeted factions close to Turkey in Northwestern Syria, ahead of a summit between Erdogan and Putin, according to al-Souria Net.
The Russian escalation in Idleb is a way for Moscow to weaken Turkey’s position ahead of talks scheduled later this month, according to Baladi News.
Foreign and Expatriates Minister Faisal Mekdad, has reiterated the need to lift the unilateral coercive measures imposed by the United States and its Western allies on Syria, according to SANA.
The Turkish President addresses the 76th UN general assembly and talks about the Syrian Crisis, according to the Anadolu News Agency.
Following the meeting between Bashar al-Assad and Vladimir Putin, Assad finds himself torn between the conflicting demands of Russia and Iran, according to Baladi News.
The opening of a crossing between areas controlled by the HTS and those controlled by the regime are clear signs of the complicity between these two, according to North Press.
The SDF is seizing schools in Hassakeh and turning them into military bases, leading to great suffering among students, according to SANA.
The Lebanese newspaper “Annahar” confirmed that Russia’s Putin agreed with Bashar al-Assad to take control of the remaining areas of Syria under the control of the SDF or the opposition, according to Nedaa Post.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry in Syria strongly condemned the ‘aggressive actions’ of the Turkish regime, which violate international law, according to SANA.
On Monday, Damascus government forces bombed Turkish-backed Syrian armed opposition factions around Idleb and Lattakia, resulting in material damages, according to North Press.
The U.S. does not intend to withdraw from Syria in the near future, and is working to build an Arab armed group to protect it, according to Athr Press.
A meeting in Sochi at the end of the month is scheduled between Putin and Erdogan in order to determine the future of Idleb, among other files, according to Baladi News.
Opposition President Salem al-Meslet the international community for its lack of interest in the political solution in Syria, in favor of solely humanitarian issues, according to the Daily Sabah.
Turkey’s Erdogan is finding itself more and more isolated in Syria, and Russia stresses on the importance of liberating in Idleb, according to al-Watan.
The representative of Syria in the UN has emphasized the need to lift the sanctions on the country immediately, as they harm the state’s effort in the humanitarian and developmental fields, according to the Syria Times.
Syria’s representative to the UN called on the Human Rights Council to end practices of the Turkish regime which uses water to achieve political gains, according to SANA.
Syria is still not safe for the return of refugees a decade after its conflict began, U.N. war crimes investigators said on Tuesday, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The recent concessions by Damascus on the new constitution talks are a way for Russia to extract concessions from the U.S., according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Russian warplanes continue to bombard HTS and Turkish-backed factions in Northern Syria, according to North Press.
Excerpts from an op-ed by Wael Sawah, in which he calls on the Syrian opposition to suspend the political process and the new constitution talks as the regime continues its violent attacks on civilians.
Two Turkish soldiers were killed in Northern Syria, meeting between Israel and Russia to discuss coordination. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The escalation in Idleb is synonymous with the inability of Turkey to implement its agreement with Russia, and might escalate into a military campaign, according to Athr Press.
On Wednesday, Turkish and pro-Turkish forces targeted journalists Lezgin Muhammad and Shivan Misse, who were covering the effects of Turkish shelling in Ain Issa, North Press reports.
After claims by the Turkish Foreign Minister, Syria categorically denied the existence of any kind of communication with the Turkish regime, especially on terrorism, according to SANA.
What HTS leader al-Joulani said in an interview with the Turkish language The Independent is a clear sign of his ‘Afghanization’ of Idleb, according to al-Hal.
A high-profile Lebanese delegation in Damascus, an Israeli attack on Syria, and a call by activists to save Syria’s Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkish media reported that a ‘historic meeting’ will be held between the heads of the secret services in Turkey and Syria, according to Baladi News.
The recent events in Afghanistan reshuffled the cards in Syria, as the U.S. and Russia prepare for a new round of talks, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The U.S. has expressed its concerns about the continuation of the bombing by Syrian government and Russian forces on Idleb, according to North Press.
The Chief of Staff of the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army has submitted his resignation, the second one witnessed by the Interim Government this year, according to Athr Press.
On Tuesday, a Russian warplane launched several airstrikes on the Afrin, for the first time since it fell under the control of the National Army, according to al-Souria Net.
The recent extension of cross-border humanitarian aid to Syria has proved to be in favor of Russia and the regime, according to Syria TV.
As the Euphrates keeps getting dryer in Syria as a result of climate and geopolitics, the livelihood of many is threatened, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
COVID spreads in Syria while shelling in the North intensifies. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Events in Northern Syria show that there exists secret complicity between Russia and Turkey, a military spokesman of the SDF said, according to North Press.
The Syrian Observer sits with Kheder Khaddour, a researcher at the Malcolm H. Kerr Carnegie Middle East Center, focusing on local identities in the Levant and particularly in Syria, to discuss decentralization.
The interior minister of Turkey has claimed that unlike illegal migrants from Afghanistan, Syrian refugees who enjoy protected status are not at risk of repatriation, according to al-Souria Net.
The representative of the AANES in Switzerland expressed “regret” at Syria’s condemnation of the opening of an AANES office in Geneva, according to North Press.
An “unexplained” explosion occurred in an HTS training base around Idleb, killing at least 10, according to al-Souria Net.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham forced locals in Idleb to celebrate the victory of the Taliban in Afghanistan, sparking the anger of citizens, according to al-Watan.
The President of the opposition held a virtual meeting with the Central Committee and revolutionary forces in southern Syria to discuss the situation in Daraa, according to the SOC.
In an official statement, Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham congratulated the Taliban on their rise to power in Afganistan, according to al-Souria Net.
The leader of the Opposition blamed the recent anti-Syrian clashes in Ankara on enemies of the Syrian and Turkish peoples, according to Baladi News.
Ramzy Ezzeldin Ramzy offers in his op-ed two tracks for a political settlement to end the conflict in Syria.
Turkey is reportedly sending terrorists from Syria to Libya, in order to introduce them into European countries it wishes to destabilize, according to al-Watan.
Eight migrants from the ‘Syrian Kurdistan,’ were abandoned by smugglers in Duhok, believing that they reached Turkey, according to BasNews.
Opposition meets German diplomat, fighting between Turkish-backed groups and the SDF, and a warning from the UN special envoy for Syria. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A wave of anti-Syrian xenophobic violence has reached Ankara, pushing the police to intervene, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Spanish authorities seized 20 tons of drugs hidden on a ship coming from Lebanon with a Syrian crew on board, according to Sowt al-Asima.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Swiss Chargé d’Affaires in Turkey to protest against the opening of an AANES Office in Switzerland, according to North Press.
The militaries of Russia and Turkey have reached a deal to resume water and electricity supplies to households in northeast Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
More and more Syrians are dreaming of traveling, as the woes in their country multiply, but regime supporters describe them as treacherous, according to al-Modon.
Fires in Masyaf, the Foreign Ministry in Syria condemns statements by the west and a migration wave in Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Iraq plans to hold a conference with all its neighboring countries, aimed at “fighting terrorism,” in which Erdogan and Assad might meet, according to Baladi News.
On Wednesday, a delegation from the Syrian opposition held a meeting with the Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkey, Sadat Unal, in Ankara, according to Nedaa Post.
Turkey and Russia have reached an agreement to prevent provocations that could lead to tensions and violence in the province of Idleb, according to al-Modon.
Regime forces and Turkish-backed factions exchanged shelling on Wednesday in the region around Idleb and Hama, after a period of relative calm, according to North Press.
In its annual meeting to discuss its future, the SDF emphasized its need for international financial, military and political support, according to North Press.
Syria has denounced the Turkish intervention in the domestic affairs of Tunisia, after president Saied suspended parliament, according to SANA.
The opposition in Turkey is resorting to an anti-refugees rhetoric that they hope will help them in the polls, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey and Russia are both silent about each other’s actions in North Syria, despite them going against the Astana agreement, North Press reports.
Due to their mutual interests, Israel does not see what I should worry about a change in the position of Russia about its strikes in Syria, according got Athr Press.
In his book, “Syria through the Eyes of the Ambassador,” Ömer Önhon recalls how the position of Turkey evolved throughout the Syrian conflict, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
During a webinar organized at the American University of Beirut, seven speakers were invited to share the positions of the various stakeholders on the Syrian conflict and the future of the country.
Turkey has completed the construction of 50,000 houses units in Northern Syria, amid claims by some organizations that Ankara is changing the demographic composition of the areas it controls, North press writes.
A militia close to the regime continues its policy of arbitrary arrests in Aleppo, targeting in particular neighborhoods under the control of the Kurdish-led Autonomous Administration, according to Enab Baladi.
In an interview with the French daily Le Monde, Leila Mustafa, the mayor of Raqqa, claims that international aid to her city is lacking, despite it being destroyed by the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS.
The SDF arrests ISIS fighters, Turkey’s CHP threatens to repatriate refugees, and the UN Human Rights Council calls for accountability against massive displacement. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
During his inauguration speech after taking his oath, President Bashar al-Assad reaffirmed his commitment to bolstering the Syrian economy, SANA reports.
The Syrian regime has moved the administrative center of the province of Idleb to Khan Shaykhun, according to Nedaa Post.
Ankara sent reinforcements to its troops in the de-escalation zone around Idleb, amid intense hovering by drones, according to North Press.
The coalition of the Opposition hopes to elect the successor of Nasr al-Hariri, who did not seek a second term, according to al-Souria Net.
While Russia praises the Kurds and asks them to dialogue with the regime, it prevents the flow of aid into Northeast Syria, according to North Press.
Ibrahim Hamidi claims the U.S has made many concessions to Russia in the file of cross-border humanitarian aid into northern Syria.
Syria’s foreign ministry welcomed the UN Security Council vote on the extension of cross-border aid as a victory for Syria, as he says it defeated the aspirations of the West, SANA reports.
The leader of the Syria Tomorrow movement has offered an initiative to three Arab countries, in a bid to end the political deadlock, according to al-Souria Net.
The guarantor countries of the Astana peace process have reaffirmed their commitment to Syria’s sovereignty, independence, and unity, SANA writes.
Defections due to financial problems and leadership feuds are threatening to dissolve the Ahrar al-Sham, according to Al-Monitor.
Sources claim that Russia is willing to show some flexibility with regards to border crossings in Northern Syria, in exchange for Washington’s leniency when it comes to sanctions, according to Athr Press.
The 16th round of Astana talks was just kicked off. Delegations will discuss cross-border aid, the security situation in Idleb, as well as the political solution to the Syrian crisis, SANA reports.
The Syrian Opposition Vice President has died of health complications, after a lifetime of opposition to the regime, according to Nedaa Post.
After fleeing war and taking shelter in Siirt, in 2015, Dlyar Safo got a full score on the LGS, thanks to the support he got from his teachers and family, according to Anadolu Agency.
The National Coordination Body for Democratic Change has repeated that it is not trying to replace the opposition’s National Coalition, according to al-Modon.
Regime bombardments kill children in Syria, repatriation of ISIS families and fighters advances, and protests for the continuation of cross-border aid. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The SDC condemned a statement by a Kurdish opposition figure, that called Turkish violations in Afrin “lies”, according to North Press.
Many Syrian teachers were fired in Turkey, supposedly because they do not fulfill some requirements, according to Baladi News.
The Turkish Religious Endowment is planning to build hundreds of concrete houses in northern Syria for refugees, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The SDF was not invited to attend the conference by the Defeat-ISIS coalition in Rome unlike Turkey, which doesn’t belong in this coalition, according to North Press.
Relations with the Kurdistan Workers Party seem to be at the core of the conflict between Iraqi and Syrian Kurds, according to Baladi News.
Syria’s representative to the UN claims that aid meant to regions in Syria should not be politicized, according to SANA.
A coalition of eighty Syrian NGOs has called for the continuation of cross-border aid from Turkey to Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Interim government headed by Abdulrahman Mustafa has granted prisoners a general amnesty, one year after the last one, according to al-Souria Net.
As a meeting about the Syrian conflict prepares in Rome, the Biden administration’s position towards Syria and Russia is still subject to debate, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
As tension escalates around Idleb, an exchange of artillery killed 10 on Monday, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The President of the Executive Committee of the SDC has called for a “safe return” for all Syrians, according to North Press.
For the Syrian Democratic Council, the bombing of a hospital in Afrin serves the interests of Turkey and Russia, according to North Press.
Analysts see the lifting of sanctions on the companies of a Syrian businessman operating in the UAE as a gesture of goodwill from the US to Russia, according to Athr Press.
People in Syria are hoping that the summit between Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin dissuaded the latter from shutting the Bab al-Hawa crossing, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
Locals in Arab-majority towns controlled by the SDF are starting to consider the group as an occupier rather than a liberator, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Experts say that a mutual understanding bet ween on Syria between Putin and Biden could be reached in the upcoming summit, according to Athr Press.
For Russia, the agreement with Turkey does not mean that the Syrian regime should not regain control of Northwestern Syria, according to Al-Souria Net.
The Turkish and French presidents discussed the Libyan and Syrian conflicts in a meeting on the sidelines of NATO’s summit in Brussels, Asharq Al-Awsat said.
The SDF continues to use humanitarian concerns to attract funds but uses them for political gains, according to Athr Press.
Iran and Palestine have news ambassadors in Damascus, violence escalates in Northern Syria and COVID-19 continues to spread. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The already dramatic humanitarian situation in Northern Syria could get worse if cross-border aid is not renewed, according to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Wheat supply falls dramatically as a result of disputes between warring groups and drought, according to Athr Press.
Russia’s military took one of Syria’s most beautiful beaches as a training base, according to Al-Souria Net.
Turkey continues to bombard the region surrounding Afrin, killing and wounding civilians, North Press reports.
The Syrian government strongly condemned the entry of a French and Dutch delegation into Syria, according to SANA.
The city of Manbij made the headlines several times last week, as it finds itself in the midst of a feud between local and regional powers.
Syria participates in the 109th International Labor Conference, chemical weapons allegations, and transfer of ISIS militants. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Defector Brigadier general Ahmad Rahal is facing deportation from Turkey, all whilst receiving death threats by the Syrian National Army, Enab Baladi claims.
As tensions between Turkish-backed opposition groups and the Syrian regime’s army escalate, the Turkish government rearranged its military positions, according to North Press.
In a major policy shift, the president of the United States has revoked Trump’s era delta energy deal in North-East Syria, according to Al Araby Al-Jadeed.
Former Syrian prime minister Dr. Riad Hijab has spoken about the need to reassess the international scene.
A Turkish citizen who was imprisoned in the regime’s notorious prisons has spoken out about his experiences, writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
The Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army now poses a new threat to residents of villages in the Hassakeh governorate, according to Al Arabiya.
As part of a series of interviews on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Syrian uprising, the Syrian Observer sits down with opposition member and social scientist Burhan Ghalioun to discuss Bashar al-Assad’s legacy in Syria.
State news agency SANA reports comments made by a former U.S. Senator who accuses his country of aiding terrorist organisations and stealing Syrian oil
Turkish and Russian defense ministers secure a truce in Idleb, the Syrian Arab Red Crescent and the ICRC sign a cooperation agreement, and the UN urges the UK to rethink Syria aid cuts. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Russia has asked Turkey to open three commercial crossings in northern Syria hours after raiding a hospital in the Aleppo countryside, writes Baladi News.
Turkish hospitals are rejecting medical emergencies from its occupied areas in northwestern Syria, reports North Press.
Russia has demanded the opening of borders between opposition and regime areas, writes Al-Souria Net.
The UN has described Russia’s recent airstrikes on areas near the Turkish border as “worrying,” according to Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkish Foreign Ministry summons Russian ambassador to Ankara in light of the recent Russian bombing of Idleb, writes Alsouria Net.
Russian forces have killed eight individuals and injured more than 20 in a missile attack on a hospital, reports Baladi News.
Regime artillery shelling has struck a hospital in northwestern Syria, killing seven civilians, according to Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkey seeks Russia’s support to coordinate the sixth round of Syria’s Constitutional Committee meetings, writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Russian and Israel foreign ministers have pledged to stop Iranian activities in Syria, reports Al-Souria Net.
As part of a series of interviews on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Syrian uprising, the Syrian Observer sits down with French diplomat Michel Duclos to discuss his experience of working in the country.
On the Syrian war’s ten-year anniversary, the European Union has promised to renew sanctions on prominent government figures, writes The Levant News.
Top officials from Russia, Turkey and Qatar have agreed to apply the Astana peace process through humanitarian intervention, writes Etihad Press.
Turkey’s foreign minister and Syria’s former prime minister have discussed the latest developments in Syria, according to Alsouria Net.
Russia has attacked a jihadist base in northwestern Syria, reports Al-Masdar.
As part of a series of interviews on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Syrian uprising, the Syrian Observer sits down with historian Dr. Nadine Meouchy to discuss the past, present and future of the country.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights has documented a systematic targeting of teachers by the Syrian Democratic Forces, writes Baladi News.
Street vendors in Idleb have been forced to pay license fees and taxes to sell their wares, writes Baladi News.
A delegation from the Syrian Democratic Council has discussed the Syrian war on a visit to Cairo, writes North Press.
The EU grants multi-million dollar aid packages to refugee host countries, an elderly man is tortured to death in Afrin, four die in a Russian airstrike on oil refineries, and Yazidi women survive sex slavery by ISIS. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A regime infiltration attempt has been stymied by Turkey-backed opposition forces, according to North Press.
A court case in Spain will decide the fate of seven individuals accused of sending support to ISIS and Jabhat al-Nusra, writes SANA.
Opposition politician Sahar Hawija has accused Iran, Russia and Turkey of validating the Syrian regime, reports North Press.
Russia and the US are both funding the Syrian Democratic Forces, writes Baladi News.
Idleb’s Salvation Government has given all of its staff a 20 percent pay rise, the second in four months, writes Enab Baladi.
Russia has made territorial gains against the SDF, recapturing areas near Ayn Issa in northeastern Syria, writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Syria’s minister of foreign affairs has demanded the UN’s neutrality in discussions over the Syrian Constitutions, writes North Press.
Syria receives coronavirus vaccines from Israel, 21 ISIS jihadists killed in the past 24 hours, and Israeli woman released by Syria in Russian-mediated prisoner swap. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Kurdish militia YPG have wounded six people in a car bomb near the Turkish border, writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
Regime forces have restarted bombing Turkish-backed militias in Idleb, reports North Press.
The militant opposition group has released an American journalist after a 188-day detention in Idleb, writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
Astana process guarantors have condemned Israeli attacks on Syrian soil and the looting of Syrian oil, writes The Syria Times.
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham has carried out 35 bombing operations in demilitarized Idleb, according to North Press.
The de-escalation zone in northwest Syria has seen renewed bombing on Turkish-backed militia, according to North Press.
Aleppo Governorate has witnessed clashes between two Turkish-backed militias, reports Al-Masdar.
The Advisor of the Syrian National Reconciliation has lambasted Turkey’s medical initiative in northern Syria, writes North Press.
A Turkish militia leader has been assassinated near Idleb, according to Baladi News.
A Turkish military convoy has entered Syria’s northwestern de-escalation zone, despite the Russian-Turkish agreement to demilitarize the Idleb Governorate, writes North Press.
Syrian Airlines announces Damascus-Doha flight, two Syrian army forces killed in Homs, and Kurdish-Arab brotherhood discussed. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkish officer killed while dismantling an explosive device, two injured in motorcycle bomb, and pro-Turkish forces set fire to refugee house.
Sixty-three Syrians, arrested by Turkey and Syrian opposition proxies, have been illegally transferred to Turkey to face abusive prosecutions, reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
Russia’s special envoy for Syria has conducted a secret meeting with Assad and “guarantors” of the Astana process, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Russian and Turkish forces have conducted their 42nd joint patrol around the Kobani region in northern Syria, reports North Press.
UN urges repatriation of children, car bomb kills five in Afrin, clashes in Hassakeh, and Assad issues housing law. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Eleven people died and many more were injured in two unrelated car bombings in Northern Aleppo.
The fifth round of the Constitutional Committee has failed to make any progress, with disagreements, differences and arguments persisting writes Alsouria Net.
A car bomb has exploded in Tel Abyad killing three civilians, in the latest attack to hit a Turkish held area reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Turkey claims to have arrested 12 ISIS members on the border from Russia, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan reports Al-Masdar.
With the start of the Biden administration, decisions must be taken to as to how the US will proceed in Syria and what their next steps will be writes Arab News.
Ilham Ahmed of the Syrian Democratic Council has not ruled out discussion with the Syrian regime or Turkey, during a symposium in Aleppo reports North Press.
A drone strike has hit the oil smuggling sites used by the Turkish-backed forces, with Russia suspected of being responsible writes Al-Masdar.
The Central Bank has released the 5,000 Syrian pound banknote, but it is expected that it will cause a devaluation of the currency and further inflation reports Enab Baladi.
The Syrian opposition is fracturing, amid reports that a new political body will be formed reports North Press.
Greece has restarted an agreement to send any refugees who arrive on Greek lands back to Turkey reports North Press.
Negotiations between the regime and the Syrian Democratic Forces have fallen apart, although a military confrontation is not anticipated reports Baladi News.
Russian reinforcements have been sent to Hassakeh to monitor the ceasefire and prevent further attacks against the Syrian Democratic Forces by Turkey reports Al-Masdar.
Two Syrians are charge in Germany, an Islamist group launches an attack in Idleb, a landmine kills 10 Russian backed fighters, and Syria wishes to import more oil.
The White Helmets receive a contract to make PPE, flights between Aleppo and Beirut resume, wanted refugee arrested in Greece and more coronavirus cases reported. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Ansar Abu Bakr al-Siddiq Brigade has claimed responsibility for an attack that wounded three Turkish soldiers in the northern countryside of Idleb writes Alsouria Net.
Heavy rains have flooded a multitude of refugee camps in Idleb province, forcing many families from their shelters reports Baladi News.
Former Turkish foreign minister Yashar Yakis has said that Turkey must engage in direct talks with the President Assad reports Al-Masdar.
The Syrian Democratic Forces have clashed with Turkish-backed factions in Ayn Issa after a period of calm reports Etihad Press.
The former French Ambassador has met with the Autonomous Administration to discuss Kurdish issues and has taken custody of French children from al-Hol reports North Press.
The United Nation’s World Food Programme used US-sanctioned Syrian airline Cham Wings to deliver aid to Libya, prompting outrage online reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Seven Russian armored vehicles and dozens of soldiers have deployed in the town of Malikiyah in Syria’s northeastern-most region, used by the anti-ISIS international coalition and US force reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkey has responded negatively to news that Brett McGurk will serve as Joe Biden’s National Security Advisor for the Middle East and North Africa reports North Press.
Ansar al-Tawhid have responded to Syrian government shelling by firing artillery at a government position in the Idleb province reports North Press.
Bahaa al-Halabi has been shot twice by unknown gunman in al-Bab, just weeks after another media activists was assassinated writes Alsouria Net.
Issa al-Nasser, of the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army, has been assassinated by unknown persons in Tel Abyad reports North Press.
The countryside of Tel Tamr has reportedly been bombarded by Turkey and their supporting mercenaries, resulting in a power cut in the town and surrounding area writes ANHA.
The former Special Presidential Envoy to the US-led International Coalition has been tipped for a position on Joe Biden’s National Security Council reports North Press.
lham Ahmed has blamed Moscow for the actions of the regime in reconciliation area, while hailing the recent visits of European delegations reports North Press.
Syria has condemned the recent attacks that occurred on the al-Salamiyah-Athria road and in the Kabajib area writes SANA.
Following their withdrawal from a number of observation points, a Turkish military delegation has been searching for new locations to establish observation points writes North Press.
Israel have conducted another airstrike killing one, a car bomb killed children in northeastern Syria, calls for US to lift sanctions and ISIS launch attack against Syrian army. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey has sent more reinforcements to northwestern Syria following an attack in al-Bab that wounded two soldiers reports Al-Masdar.
During a meeting between Mikdad and Lavrov, the new Foreign Minister insisted that Assad must remain in power and that he has no intention of leaving office reports Annahar.
Following Turkey’s withdrawal, the Syrian Arab Army have taken control of the Sarman observation post in the Idleb countryside reports Al-Masdar.
Following recent statements, it is thought that Mazloum Abdi could leave the PKK and that foreign fighters could withdraw from eastern Syria writes Alsouria Net.
Germany’s Foreign Ministry announced that it had repatriated three women and 12 children from camps in northeastern Syria, who had left Germany in recent years to join the extremist Islamic State reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
A Russian ship, that has been identified as a tank carrying landing ship, was seen transiting the Bosphorus Strait, en route to Tartous reports Al-Masdar.
Facing an assault by Turkish forces and intense pressure by the Russians, the Syrian Democratic Force are remaining resolute in their ownership of Ayn Issa reports Al-Masdar.
Russia gives aid to needy families in Damascus, militant headquarters explode in Aleppo, and Austrian delegation meets with Autonomous Administration. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Faisal Mikdad reportedly delivered two messages to Russia, stating that a conclusion to the situation in Idleb was desired and that Assad was here to stay writes Alsouria Net.
An explosion at an ammunition dump has left six Ahrar al-Sham rebels dead in Aleppo, but reports say it was far away from residential areas and there were no reports of civilian casualties writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The European Union has allocated a sum of 6 billion euros for Turkey, in exchange for hosting Syrian refugees reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkish forces have cut off the water supply from the Alouk station, depriving around one million people of clean drinking water reports North Press.
The speaker of the Syrian parliament called the practice of using water as a weapon of war immoral, a war crime, and a violation of all international norms, Syria Times reports
The water cuts are generating serious health risks for the population, particularly in light of the efforts to the face the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, Levant News writes
These outposts were the last to be besieged by Assad forces, and Turkey would have now evacuated all the besieged observation points, writes Al-Souria
A Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham fighter was killed by two men who opened fire from a motorcycle at a checkpoint in Idleb’s western countryside reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Syria has been criticized by the OPCW, refugees become Canadian citizens, Turkey launches fresh assault in Raqqa and coronavirus cases continue to rise. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Hussein Khattab has been shot dead by unknown assassins as he worked on a video report in al-Bab, making him the latest journalist to be killed in Syria reports Alsouria Net.
In the final weeks of the Trump administration, Ayn Issa could be facing an attack by Turkish forces, as Russia calls on the SDF to allow the regime to move back into the city writes Baladi News.
Families that have been forced from their homes by military action are moving to Derik in northeastern Syria, but are finding the conditions there equally difficult, with high rents and the cost of basic supplies reports North Press.
An unknown attacker fired a shoulder mounted missile at a guard at a Turkish military base in Idleb, causing material damage reports Baladi News.
Russia officials have told SDF leadership that the threat of a Turkish invasion of Ayn Issa is real and they should withdraw from the area reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkish forces launched an unprovoked attack in Hassakeh, which destroyed an armored personnel carrier that belonged to the Syrian Arab Army reports Al-Masdar.
Turkish forces attack citizens in Ayn Issa, coronavirus cases continue to rise, Russia and Syria conduct airstrikes against ISIS and Alouk pumping station halts service. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
All parties to the Syrian Constitutional Committee have submitted documents outlining their visions for the future, as the latest round of talks came to an end reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkey and militias allied to them have targeted positions controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces with rockets and artillery reports Al-Masdar.
The northern province of Idleb is supposed to be controlled by a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Turkey, but frequent infringements spread fear and chaos reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Following their withdrawal from a number of observation points, Turkey is establishing what will be their largest bases in the Jabal al-Zawiya area, with fresh reinforcements reports Jesr Press.
Turkish-backed fighters have returned from Azerbaijan, after they were denied the chance to remain in the Nagorno-Karabakh region reports Al-Masdar.
Joel Rayburn has travelled to Ankara to meet with the Presidential Spokesperson and discuss issues related to Syria, including the situation in Idleb and the need for a political solution writes Alsouria Net.
Turkey is continuing to attack the Syrian Democratic Forces, and is now hitting the town of Manbij, forcing civilians to flee reports Al-Masdar.
Turkey has said that it killed four members of Syria’s Kurdish People’s Protection Units as they tried to cross over into the Operation Peace Spring area reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
As they withdraw from more points that are surrounded by the Syrian army, Turkish forces send additional troops and resources in Idleb reports Al-Masdar.
A bakery in Tel Tamr is giving women the opportunity to earn money and support their families, by using their skills and knowledge to bake bread for the local community reports North Press.
Russian-backed Eighth Brigade fighters arrested, Syrian families chased out of their homes, Turkey continues attack against the SDF and Jordan stops infiltration attempt. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
On the anniversary of the separation of Iskenderun from Syria, calls were made for its return, and the return of the Syrian Golan, with some holding Hafez al-Assad responsible for their loss.
Turkish forces, and those backed by Turkey, are continuing to arrest and kidnap civilians in the Afrin region, in the hopes of securing a ransom.
Clashes have rocked Ayn Issa, with fighting between Kurdish fighters and Turkey-backed opposition gunmen and leaving 11 people dead reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the International Coalition has rebuffed reports of a withdrawal of US troops from Syria, reaffirming their commitment reports North Press.
Northern Raqqa has experience a surge in violence, with the Syrian Democratic Forces targeting Turkish-backed groups and regime forces being hit by Turkish drone fire reports The Levant News.
A car bomb exploded in al-Bab, injuring a number of people and causing significant damage to nearby buildings reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Father Mikhail Jacob has accused Turkish-backed armed opposition group of looting a church in Ras al-Ayn, even stealing from the Syriac Orthodox Scout Squad reports North Press.
Ras al-Ayn camp is suffering under the weight of the number of people, a shortage of medicines and is expecting more people to arrive shortly writes North Press.
A refugee in Germany is taking legal action against the Greek government for expelling him to Turkey as he searched for his 11-year old brother, who whereabouts remain unknown writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Syrian communities in Raqqa have been hit with Turkish artillery, which aims to keep pressure on the Kurds, and which caused the destruction of property and casualties writes Al-Masdar.
The Tayy tribe have met in Hassakeh and agreed on the need to expel the US and Turkey from their lands and pledged allegiance to the Syrian Republic writes Al-Masdar.
Six killed in missile strike in al-Bukamal, Russia says refugee conference is just the start, difficulties in securing gas and fuel and two Turkish soldiers killed. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Hamza Division has returned tens of civilians back to the regime, when they were unable to pay the 400 dollars demanded of them reports Nedaa Syria.
As a conference on the return of refugees gets underway in Damascus, President Erdogan has called for the removal of Assad from power writes Nedaa Syria.
Despite a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Turkey, attacks continue to happen and civilians continue to be killed reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Asma al-Assad has visited the Lattakia countryside, new coronavirus infections have been recorded, a school in Aleppo has closed and a campaign has started to plant trees. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Following the election of Joe Biden, the US has a steep hill to climb in the Middle East, but steps are available to them if they want to take a leading role in the region writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
With the election of Joe Biden, it is expected that there will be a change in US policy in the region, that will include reaching out diplomatically to Iran writes Al-Watan.
For the third time, Turkish forces have withdrawn from an observation post that was surrounded by the Syrian Arab Army writes Al-Masdar.
Russia has expressed its desire to see the Constitutional Committee meet by the end of November, following recent delays writes Al-Watan.
It is not known who Assad is supporting in the US election, but it is believed that he will be taking a keen interest in the results writes Al-Modon.
Following the evacuation of Turkish forces, citizens of Morek have been gathering at the observation post and celebrating the departure writes SANA.
A Turkish military point has been hit by artillery fire from the forces of the Syrian government, although no casualties have been reported, writes North Press.
Turkey might launch an attack against the Syrian Democratic Forces and finish its leftover business from Operation Peace Spring reports Baladi News.
Donald Trump could be voted out office, but looking back, his actions in Syria have had a lasting impact that will continue to shape future US policy writes Baladi News.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham have taken control of the headquarters of the Turkish-backed 4th Brigade of the Syrian National Army reports Al-Masdar.
Fighters from Turkish-backed groups have defected to the Syrian Democratic Forces, so they are not sent to fight in the Nagorno-Karabakh region writes North Press.
Christians of Raqqa are asked to return, the Syrian Computer Society wins competition, aid distributed in Hassakeh, and no tsunami detected following earthquake. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Members of the Biden campaign have held a meeting with Syrians to discuss issues related to the conflict and the administrations approach, should Biden be elected writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
The Constitutional Committee has had little success since it was formed, and Geir Pedersen is now under pressure to announce its failure reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
With just days to go until the US presidential election, Syrian are wondering what each candidate will mean for them and the future of their country reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Turkey has started preparations to withdraw from another observation post in Hama and move to a different location in Idleb reports Nadaa Syria.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned about a possible new operation on the border, and accused the US of protecting terrorists writes Al-Masdar.
Russia is continuing its assault on towns and villages in Idleb, with civilians being hit by artillery shelling reports Nadaa Syria.
Violence continues to escalate in northwestern Syria, as Turkish-back militants fire artillery and rockets at government areas reports Al-Masdar.
UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen has been criticised for a speech he gave at the UN Security Council, where he did not announce the next meeting of the Constitutional Committee writes Al-Watan.
Permanent Representatives of Syria and Russia at the UN have lashed out at the actions of Western states and accused them of protected terrorists in Syria writes SANA.
Syrian rebels have struck back after a devastating attack which left scores of fighters dead in the troubled northern province of Idleb reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham and the National Liberation Front have announced that they killed a number of Russian and regime fighters in attacks against various positions reports Enab Baladi.
Adel al-Shaher, a commander in the Hamza Division, was killed fighting alongside Azeri forces in the Karabakh region reports Al-Masdar.
Recent attacks by Turkish backed groups against the town of Ayn Issa and the displacement of residents have been condemned by the co-chair of the Shaddadi Council reports North Press.
The regime has continued to withdraw from Ayn Issa, moving 37 military vehicles over the weekend, as the SDF construct fortifications in the area reports Baladi News.
In the face of continued attacks by Turkish-backed forces, the Autonomous Administration has called on Russia and the US to pressure Turkey to stop writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Ahmad Rahal, who was arrested by Turkish authorities nearly 10 weeks ago has been released, with no reasoning behind the decision given reports Nadaa Syria.
Russian warplanes destroyed schools during their military campaign earlier this year, killing civilians and displacing thousands of others reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Turkish forces have attack positions controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces in Hassakeh and Raqqa, despite the existence of a ceasefire reports Al-Masdar.
Meeting have been held in both Moscow and Tehran, to discuss a variety of different issues, including the situation in Idleb reports Alsouria Net.
Turkish forces are withdrawing from positions in Idleb that are within areas controlled by the Syrian regime writes Nadaa Syria.
Turkish-backed groups launched an attack against Ayn Issa, but were stopped in their tracks by the Internal Security Forces reports North Press.
Russian warplanes have carried out a devastating attack that targeted a convoy of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham vehicles, as they travelled to the Idleb frontlines reports Al-Masdar.
Tensions are rising in Idleb, with clashes between Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham and Hurras al-Deen being witnessed, amid arrests reports The Syrian Observatory of Human Rights.
Turkish forces in Hama have withdrawn from a military observation point in Morek city, after nearly two years and four months reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
An American analyst has speculated that President Erdogan might use a Trump defeat to launch another attack against Kurdish forces in northeastern Syria writes North Press.
The head of the Russian Coordination Center in Hemeimeem has said that a false flag chemical attack is being prepared in Idleb, which he claims that Syrian army will be blamed for writes SANA.
Opposition factions have struck back at the regime, targeting sites used by them on the Kafr Nabl axis and killing seven reports Nadaa Syria.
Turkey has accused the Syrian Arab Army of being behind recent protests that occurred in the vicinity of Turkish observation points reports Al-Masdar.
The recent peace agreement between the UAE and Israel was barely acknowledged by Syria, but not for lack of interest, but rather due to the complicated relationship between the two countries writes Annahar.
Amid denials about their presence in Nagorno-Karabakh, the bodies of Syrian fighters, killed in the region, are returning to Syria for burial writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham has severed ties with Abu Muhammad al-Maqdisi, after he accused the group’s security apparatuses of working with Turkish intelligence writes Alsouria Net.
In an interview with a Russian media outlet, President Assad has said that Syria will not enter peace negotiations with Israel, unless it returns occupied lands writes SANA.
After a memorandum was sent to the Turkish Parliament, approval has been given for Turkish forces to extend their mission in Iraq and Syria for another year reports Alsouria Net.
The President of Iran has spoken out against the deployment of foreign fighters to the volatile Nagorno-Karabakh region reports SANA.
Hay’at Tahir al-Sham have raided homes and arrested members of Hurras al-Din, who another prominent group in the northwestern province of Idleb reports Baladi News.
President Assad has accused Turkey of escalating violence in the Karabakh region and described it as a distraction from domestic issues writes Al-Watan.
Fresh military action could be taken by Turkey if promises to move the SDF from Turkish borders are not kept by Russia and the US reports Baladi News.
After suffering from heavy losses, more Syrian fighters are being sent to Azerbaijan to fight against Armenia writes Al-Masdar.
The President of Turkey has called on Syria and Russia to respect the terms of the agreements regarding Idleb reports Anadolu Agency.
Local sources say that the area’s population opposed the arrival of Russian troops, SY 24 reports
Government official hails alliance with India and wants U.S. to withdraw unconditionally from Syria, The Syria Times reports
Syrian fighters say they were deceived into fighting and were led to believe that they would protect military points rather than fight against Armenian forces, Al-Masdar reports
After much speculation, reports have emerged of casualties among Syrian fighters operating in the Karabakh region on behalf of Azerbaijan writes Al-Masdar.
Videos have circulated that show the Syrian army’s elite forces performing training exercises, following failed negotiations between Russian and Turkey regarding Idleb writes Al-Masdar.
A recent trip to Damascus by Sergey Lavrov has heightened speculation that Russia is looking for a political solution in Syria, which would allow them to reap rewards writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, Walid al-Muallem has reiterated calls for Turkey and the US to leave Syria, describing their presence as illegal writes Al-Masdar.
People’s Assembly member Safwan Qurabi believes that time is running out in Idleb and the Syrian army will soon move in a take the rebel held area writes Al-Watan.
Syrian army reinforcements have arrived in the key town of Ayn Issa, while a bridge has been deployed across the Euphrates to help civilians cross writes Al-Masdar.
After the SDF allowed a US patrol into Tel Tamr, Russia threatened to withdraw, leaving them exposed to Turkey and their affiliated groups reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Turkish-backed groups in Tel Tamr have engaged in armed clashes, leaving fighter on both sides dead and injured reports North Press.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that the conflict between the government and opposition is over and that there is no need to attack Idleb reports Al-Masdar.
Following recent altercations, Russia and the US have reinforced their numbers in northeastern Syria, to secure their positions and prevent further clashes writes Baladi News.
Dr. Bashar al-Jaafari has accused the west of harming humanitarian efforts in Syria and called for the lifting of economic sanctions writes SANA.
Turkish and Russian officials have met to discuss the Turkish presence in the province of Idleb and options to scale back their observation posts writes Al-Masdar.
Turkish and Russian officials have met to discuss the safety of the patrols and the persistent dangers in the northwestern province of Idleb reports Al-Masdar.
A host of truck carrying aid has entered Idleb Governorate, which is set to be delivered to those in need, specifically people in the camps reports Baladi News.
New coronavirus cases announced, Prime Minister Arnous visits fire affected region, young girl hit with rubber bullets and refugees deported from UK. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Russian Air Force’s attack against positions of the Turkistan Islamic Party coincided with the artillery strikes by the Syrian Army in the Jabal Al-Akrad region, Al-Masdar reports
The officer said that opposition groups were too distracted by their internal disputes to launch any offensive. North Press reports
The Turkish general was leading his brigade’s artillery fire in the Idlib area only a few weeks ago, Hurriyet writes
The Russians want to push Damascus to make some concessions ahead of the presidential elections next year, Asharq Al-Awsat says
The agreements include a contract for a Russian company to conduct offshore exploration, Al-Masdar says
IDPs want to return home despite the risks in order to escape the harsh conditions they go through in the camps, Iqtissad reports
It is not clear yet if Kayali was injured or assassinated. The attack is not the first on a man who leads a sectarian militia mostly relying on members of the Alawite community, Nedaa Syria says
Sergey Lavrov has hailed Russian-Turkish cooperation on the M4 highway and in Syria on general, the Anadolu news agency reports
The attack occurred near the M4 while the soldiers were having lunch at a local restaurant, Zaman al-Wasl reports
The U.S. does not appear to have any strategy in Syria, the Syrian and Russian armies reportedly inflicted damage on ISIS, more kidnappings in Turkish-held areas and more Covid-19 cases
Everyone clings to the talks for strategic, tactical, or personal considerations, Asharq al-Awsat says
The decision by Turkey to open a new border crossing dedicated to commercial activity is generating protests among the local community, according to Kurdish news agency North Press
The joint manoeuvres between Russian and Turkish forces have led to talks of a possible deeper cooperation between the two parties, Baladi News says
Ill-considered decisions are forcing civilians to drive cars with two different identification plates, Shaam network reports
Pedersen and Lavrov meet in Moscow as the Russians also talk to Turkey over the situation in Syria, state news agency SANA reports
Russia will conduct joint military exercises with Turkey, but has also ask them to do more regarding the security of Idleb writes Alsouria Net.
A Jordanian delegation has met with Syrian representatives and congratulated them on the recent elections and the military victories of the Syrian Arab Army writes SANA.
Russia has deployed additionally fighter jets to Syria, although the reasoning behind the move is not yet know reports Al-Masdar.
After attacks against Russian military police and Turkish patrols, Russia has hit back with airstrikes, combined with Syrian artillery and missiles reports Al-Masdar.
There has been an uptick in the number of attack against Russia and Turkey, as they patrol along the M4 highway writes North Press.
Two attacks have left eight fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces dead, with ISIS and Turkish-backed groups being blamed reports North Press.
Turkey has hit back at claims that it is preventing water from reaching Hassakeh, instead blaming the Autonomous Administration for not providing electricity reports Al-Masdar.
The Syrian Democratic Council has condemned the cutting off of water by Turkey and called on the US, Russian and the UN to pressure Turkey to resume services reports North Press.
Civilians in areas controlled by Turkish-back groups and the Syrian Democratic Forces have been subjected to a campaign of raids and arrests, with some taken to Turkish lands writes SANA.
Mahmoud al-Dimashqi has been sentenced to three months in prison by a military court for posting a photo of the military police with what was seen as an offensive comment reports Shaam Network.
Russia has condemned Turkish actions in northern Syria, reminding them that depriving people of water is a criminal and inhumane act writes SANA.
Following a long break, the Constitutional Committee finally resumed work, only to be forced to stop when three delegates tested positive for coronavirus writes SANA.
A host of humanitarian organisations have condemned Turkey and their failure to operate the Alouk Water Station, threatening the lives of hundreds of thousands reports North Press.
The frontlines of Jabal al-Zawiya have witnessed a flare up with the Syrian army and opposition fighters trading blows reports Al-Masdar.
With an assault expected but he Syrian regime, residents of Idleb have expressed their scepticism of Turkey’s willingness to protect them reports North Press.
The US Special Envoy to Syria has invited both the US and Russia to the upcoming round of talks for the Constitutional Committee in Geneva writes Anadolu Agency.
Following recent Russian airstrikes, a Turkish convoy of armoured vehicles and heavy weapons entered the de-escalation zone reports Al-Masdar.
An unnamed Russian major general has been killed in Deir ez-Zor, when his his convoy hit an improvised explosive device writes Rudaw.
Turkish-backed groups are continuing their search for antiquities to smuggle into Turkey, with the help of locals they have kidnapped writes SANA.
In what is believed to be a retaliation for a recent attack against a Turkish patrol, the Russian Air Force launched an attack against Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham in Idleb reports Al-Masdar.
Farmers in Ras al-Ayn are being forced to accept lower prices for their crops, because of marketing delays and corruption writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
An Iranian delegation in Syria has called on Turkey to implement the Sochi agreement and respect the sovereignty of Syria and its territorial integrity writes The Syria Times.
The continued control exerted by Turkey backed forces over the Alouk water plant has pushed the Syrian government to provide water trucks for the locals of Hassakeh writes SANA.
On a phone call, President Vladimir Putin and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed recent issues as well as the ongoing situation in Libya writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
A dangerous confrontation is brewing, between the tribes of northeastern Syria and the Syrian Democratic Forces writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
The Syrian army has attack jihadist in Lattakia and Idleb, as Turkey moves in reinforcements and rising speculation of a large-scale assault writes Al-Masdar.
The new observation post, which lies on Turkey’s southern border, has been constructed after a number of clashes between the regime and Turkey-backed groups writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
Amid speculation that the Syrian army will launch an offensive in Idleb, Turkish drones have been monitoring the movement of troops writes Al-Masdar.
Turkey has announced a new central command centre on the border with Syria and promoted a number of generals writes Baladi News.
The Syrian army has launched an attack against jihadist near the Turkish border, striking them with artillery and missiles reports Al-Masdar.
With a regime attack anticipated in Idleb, residents are having to choose between bombardment and risking coronavirus in the camps reports Enab Baladi.
A soldier from the Turkish occupation forces was shot dead in Hassakeh, in an escalation of tensions between groups in the region writes SANA.
Turkey has expressed disappointment following a deal between a US oil firm and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces writes Anadolu Agency.
More people test positive for coronavirus, Turkish media claims Egyptian troops in Syria, further regime strikes in Idleb and Israel pulls back from attacks. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
With three different currencies in circulation and few controls, residents in northwestern Syria are struggle to keep up with the changing prices and values writes Enab Baladi.
Ras al-Ayn has been plagued by explosions, which have targeted civilians and killed and injured a number of people reports Enab Baladi.
The value of the Syrian pound has dropped again, as the price of gold in the country has shot up writes Sowt al-Asima.
An assault by regime forces is anticipated following heaving shelling of a number of different points in Idleb, Hama and Lattakia reports Al-Modon.
Following the announcement that the Hagia Sophia would be turned back into a mosque, a National Defense commander has decided to build a miniature version of the building in Hama writes Enab Baladi.
As the regime moves more reinforcements to the southern Idleb countryside and northwestern Hama, concern is rising that a fresh assault is coming and the ceasefire will end writes SY 24.
A bomb has detonated in the northeastern region of Ras al-Ayn, killing eighteen people, with the YPG being the main suspects writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
Turkey has been accused of operating the Alouk water station at just half capacity, depriving the residents of Hassakeh and its countryside writes SANA.
Infighting between Turkish-back group has broken out, leaving one women dead and her child injured reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
A French mine expert was killed when an explosive device hit his car and the incident has highlight the difference between competing Kurdish factions writes SY 24.
Following the recent elections in Syria, Turkish President Erdogan has insisted their forces will remain in Syria until its people are free reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
An improvised explosive device detonated in Afrin, wounding 13, with Kurdish groups suspected of being responsible reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
A drone strike has struck a vehicle carrying three people in Aleppo, while a financier for the Islamic State was arrested in Deir ez-Zor writes Al-Masdar.
Russia chases down US soldiers in Hassakeh, details revealed about Syrian fighters in Libya, tensions between the US and Russia rise. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Dr. Mohammad Samer al-Khalil has said that Syria will survive its current economic problems and will thrive with a new economy writes Al-Baath.
The Autonomous Administration has accused Turkey of smuggling members of the Islamic State out of Syria and revitalise ISIS in the region writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Russia has launched a deadly aerial attack on the city of al-Bab, as they continue to apply pressure on Turkey to gain advantages in both Idleb and Libya reports Baladi News.
On a telephone call, presidents Putin and Rouhani have promised to continue cooperating in Syria and supporting each other in other fields writes SANA.
Following an explosion that hit a joint patrol in Idleb, Russia has hit back, bombing the town of of Ariha in northern Idleb reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Russian and Turkish forces conducting a joint patrol along the M4 highway in Idleb have been hit by an explosion, causing minor injuries reports Al-Masdar.
Some residents living in northwestern Syria continue to spend vast sums of money and risk their lives, to cross over the border into Turkey reports North Press.
The Security Council had voted down a Russian bid to abolish the Bab al-Salam crossing and put a six month time limit on the Bab al-Hawa crossing reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
At a UN Security Council vote, Russia and China used their veto to block vital cross-border humanitarian aid to civilians in Syria for a year writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
A Russian cargo ship has been spotted moving into the Mediterranean Sea, and is believed to be carrying tanks and other military vehicles reports Al-Masdar.
Turkey has cut off water to the residents of Hassakeh once again, as residents accuse them of committing crimes against humanity writes SANA.
At a recent meeting between Turkey, Russia and Iran, the three countries are believed to have come to an agreement regarding the fate of the Syrian Democratic Forces writes North Press.
Heavy clashes in Idleb, Turkey deploy drones, another Turkish convoy enters Idleb, a huge Assad-linked drugs bust in Italy and ISIS inflicts heavy losses. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian Democratic Forces’ Commander-in-Chief is not optimistic about the prospects of a political solution, highlighting the infractions by the Turkish military writes Etihad Press.
As rumours circulate regarding a possible outbreak of violence between the opposition and Iranian militias, Russia has deployed forces in the Deir ez-Zor region writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
The National Front for Liberation has rejected rumours that it has joined by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, but stressed that they are ready for combat writes Alsouria Net.
Protestors have taken to the streets in the villages around Kobani, rejecting the presence of Turkish-Russian joint patrols in the area reports Smart News.
The guarantors of the Astana process have held a video meeting to discuss ongoing issues in Syria and to reaffirm their commitment to the country’s political unity and territorial integrity writes Alsouria Net.
The Syrian government has sent another convoy of military vehicles to Ayn Issa, including long-range missile launchers and field artillery reports Smart News.
Turkish forces have engaged the Syrian army in the Abu Rasin region, amid a buildup of forces in Ayn Issa reports Al-Masdar.
The leaders of the guarantor countries of the Astana process are set to meet on Wednesday and discuss the situation in Syria reports SANA.
Three government soldiers were killed when a landmine they were planting in southern Idleb accidentally detonated reports Smart News.
Turkey has fired artillery at positions occupied by the Syrian Arab Army and other positions occupied by the YPG reports Al-Masdar.
Walid al-Muallem has condemned the recent sanctions imposed on Syria by the US and has called on Syrians to use this opportunity to pull the country from its economic slump writes SANA.
As the regime pushes to make advances, opposition fighters and jihadi groups are pushing back, leading to casualties on both sides reports Etihad Press.
Hussam Eddin Ala has lambasted the EU for extending their sanctions on Syria, at the same time as the implementation of the Caesar Act and while the country tackles the coronavirus writes SANA.
A child was shot and killed by Turkish border guards as he and his mother attempted to smuggle themselves into Turkey reports Etihad Press.
The Syrian National Assembly has declared that it is now part of the Syrian National Council and work to create political solutions in Syria reports Hawar News.
Russia and Turkey have deployed another joint patrol, this time in the Ayn al-Arab area, with eight vehicles and helicopter protection reports Smart News.
The guarantor nations of the Astana talks have agreed to meet virtually, to discuss issues related to Syria and will meet in-person at a later date writes Alsouria Net.
A Russian military vehicle was hit by an explosive device, as it patrolled along the M4 highway, as per the deal with Turkey reports Al-Masdar.
Students have been prevented from taking their secondary exams by armed groups, who have restricted their travel and rejecting requests reports Sada Al-Sham.
With Turkey’s failure to ensure the security of the M4 highway, speculation about an assault by the Syrian government is increasing writes Al-Masdar.
The village of Mishrifa Remo has been rocked by a blast that killed and injured a number of fighters affiliated with the Turkish occupation forces writes SANA.
Turkey, Russia and Iran were set to meet and discuss Syria after months of coronavirus related delays, but saw the meeting postponed again reports Alsouria Net.
Thousands of Syrian rely on the wheat harvest, but this has been severely affected by the conflict and factions are now rushing to secure what they can reports Asharq al-Awsat.
Activists have condemned the actions of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, who attacked a number of media activists on the M4 highway north of Ariha reports Baladi News.
Following an attack by Hurras al-Deen, Russian and Syrian warplanes conducted a number of airstrikes on frontline positions in the al-Ghab Plain area writes Al-Masdar.
The pound falls yet further, pro-Iranian fighters killed, car bomb attack kills eight, a new coronavirus case and Cuba condemns Caesar Act. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Malak Nabih Khalil Jumaah was found murdered after she refused to marry a fighter from the Sultan Murad Division according to the Violations Documentation Center.
Moscow is reportedly disgruntled with the Syrian government and their decision to allow Iranian forces near Damascus airport, despite previous promises writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
In anticipation of an assault by regime backed forces, Turkey has spoken to residents who are in the firing line reports Nadaa Syria.
The Syrian pound has taken yet another stumble, reaching 2,000 pounds to the dollar in the capital, amid efforts by the central bank to stop the collapse reports Brocar Press.
The Syrian Air Force struck a number of areas in northwestern Syria using its new MiG-29 jets, given to them by Russia writes Al-Masdar.
Residents of Idleb have begun fleeing their home, in anticipation of another assault by the regime forces reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Lawyers are warned to mind social media comments, a young man is tortured to death by the government, no progress made in Idleb and an activist arrested in Lebanon. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The suffering of Syria has reached unimaginable limits, with the country physically destroyed, a huge loss of life and a crippled economy writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
A collections of groups have written to the UN, pleading with them to take action in Afrin and protect the Kurdish residents who faces brutal treatment at the hands of the Turkish occupation.
The Russian military has successfully conducted a patrol that reached the border triangle between Syria, Turkey and Iraq reports Al-Masdar.
Further infighting has left a number of Turkish back fighters dead and wound, after arguments about stolen good broke out writes SANA.
Russia has helped Assad secure a victory in Syria and now seeks to bring the fighting to an end and capitalise on that victory writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkey has moved more military vehicles into Idleb, with it believed that they will take part in the joint patrols with Russia reports Smart News.
The Syrian army has increased the number of drone strike its conducting, this time targeting a leader of a Turkish backed faction reports Al-Masdar.
Coronavirus infectons rise, Syrian celebrate Eid, more Syrian travel to Libya, crops burnt in Hassakeh and Idleb resident demand to return to their homes. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Muhammad al-Ruwaidani has been captured while he was fighting for the Government of National Accord, on behalf of Turkey, in Libya writes Al-Masdar.
Turkey’s Interior Minister has visited Syria, the first such visit by a Turkish official, to meet the soldiers their as they celebrated Eid al-Fitr reports Alsouria Net.
Amid a build up of Syrians in critical need of medical attention, Turkey has been called on to open the border and allow patients to cross reports Smart News.
Dr. Bashar al-Jaafari has called on the UN to pressure Western nations to lift the unilateral coercive economic measures imposed on Syria writes SANA.
Opposition forces have prevented any advance by the regime’s forces, who tried to infiltrate villages in rural Hama province reports Brocar Press.
Dr. Bashar al-Jaafari has once again lambasted foreign powers for occupying Syrian land and called for the support of terrorist organisations to end writes SANA.
Different Kurdish groups have been meeting to discuss efforts to create unity between all sides, in a process that has been supported by the US, France and Russia reports Alsouria Net.
The Syrian pounds suffers yet another fall, weakening against all major currencies and also against the price of gold reports Sowt al-Asima.
Turkey’s Foreign Minister has insisted that a military solution is not available in Idleb, while they also prepare for a confrontation in northwestern Syria reports Alsouria Net.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham have arrested a number of people in Idleb, denied them basic rights and threatened to forcible disappear them writes Nedaa Syria.
Following an attack that left at least 30 regime soldiers dead, heavy clashes have occurred in the al-Ghab Plain region, despite the existence of a ceasefire reports Al-Masdar.
Protester have met the joint Russian and Turkish patrols in Idleb, and rejected their presences by throwing rocks and eggs at them writes Smart News.
The Syrian Tribes Council and the Independent Kurds League have joined the Syrian National Coalition, although not everyone is happy writes Baladi News.
Russia has trained Syrian fighters, who underwent reconciliation with regime, and will now be sent to Libya to fight on their behalf reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Rocket attacks against the Hemeimeem airbase, ground clashes in the northwest, Syrian planes denied landings in Europe and fuel subsidies ended. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Resentment of a perceived Russian control over Syria, has lead to criticism from officials in the regime government reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
The economic problems in Syria are continuing to drive down the value of the Syrian pound, while coronavirus drives up the price of gold writes Sowt Al-Asima.
Reports in Afrin have said that four people in the region have tested positive for coronavirus, the first cases to be registered in the area reports Smart News.
Hussein al-Zein al-Shihabi was killed when his vehicle exploded in the city of al-Bab, although it is unknown who targeted him or why reports Syria TV.
The Turkish regime is sending more Syrian fighters to Libya to fight on their behalf, as the casualties mount and discontent grows reports Al-Watan.
Turkish-back Syrian fighters suffered heavy casualties when it clashed with the Libyan National Army near Tripoli reports Al-Masdar.
A young child was left badly burnt when the tent he was in caught fire, resulting in him being taken to hospital writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
US Ambassador James Jeffrey has discussed the relationship between Syria and Russia and the future of America’s involvement in Syria writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Following a horrific attack that left at least 117 dead or wounded, Turkish forces have closed all roads leading in or out of the Afrin area, while a culprit is yet to be identified reports Brocar Press.
According to the Libyan National Army, almost 2,000 Syrian fighters have fled Libya for Europe, after Turkey failed to uphold the promises that it made concerning citizenship writes Al-Masdar.
For unknown reasons a number of local councils in northern Syria, that were supported by Turkey, have announced their dissolution writes Etihad Press.
Syrian refugee Ali al-Aasani was shot dead by police after he ran to avoid a fine for breaking the government-enforced curfew reports Sowt al-Asima.
Residents in Aleppo have expressed their anger at plans by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham to open a commercial crossing with the regime reports Brocar Press.
In retaliation to a missile attack that hit Turkish tanks, Turkey has conducted a drone strike against Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, killing some of their fighters reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
More patients recover from coronavirus, Turkish forces remove protesters by force, Turkey attacks regime position on border and prisoners released from Sednaya. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Groups belonging to the Sultan Murad militant faction have clashed in eastern Aleppo, causing several casualties reports Al-Masdar.
Syrian men, who were worked as security guards at oil fields, have found themselves forced to fight on the frontlines for rogue General Khalifa Haftar’s militias in Libya writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The regime launched a series of missiles at opposition positions in Idleb, wounding a number of fighters, as Turkey continues to send further reinforcements reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Iran’s Foreign Minister is due in Damascus, where he will meet with President Assad and Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem, and discuss the Russia-Turkish Idleb agreement reports Baladi News.
While the ceasefire in Idleb continues to hold, the al-Nusra Front have been bolstering their ranks and creating three new military brigade reports Al-Watan.
Terrorists backed by Turkey, have attacked civilians in the Ras al-Ayn area, burins homes and kidnapping a doctor writes SANA.
Russia has sent additional reinforcement to Hassakeh to counter the build up of US forces and try and secure Tel Tamr and the surrounding area reports Al-Watan.
As part of their support for Khalifa Haftar, Syria is training a number of Libyan pilots to fly Russian Mi-25 attack helicopters reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
There is a possibility that Syria could be brought back in to the international community, if it is willing to curb the Turkish and Iranian influence on its territories writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
With the ceasefire deal in place, thousands of Syrians have started to return to their homes and businesses, despite both sides building up military forces reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
Despite a ceasefire being agreed by all parties, both sides have been sending large military reinforcements to Idleb, raising speculation about a possible offensive reports Al-Masdar.
An explosion at a weapons depot in the Aleppo countryside has killed a number of regime fighters, but the cause of the blast has not been reported writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Infighting between Turkish-backed militants in Ras al-Ayn has left several dead and many wounded, although the cause of the infighting is not known writes Al-Masdar.
A fire at a camp kills children, minor earthquake felt on the Syrian coast, condemnation of Israeli actions in the Golan and Turkey continue to request help from the US. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A defector from the Syrian army, who was made head of the police in Afrin, has been arrested on corruption charges by the Turkish intelligence reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Syrian workers are being crushed under a collapsing currency, high prices, a lack of employment opportunities and forced displacement writes Ana Press.
Supportive words from the UAE, coronavirus fears rise, regime attack thwarted in Idleb province, sophisticated anti-air weapons for the opposition and a Syrian man dies in Italy. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Since a ceasefire was agreed between Russia and Turkey, two sides have been bolstering their positions in Idleb and Aleppo, with more fortifications and more troops writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
Aleppo has extended the closure of schools, to prevent the spread of coronavirus, and has implemented remote educational programs writes Enab Baladi.
Iran has established a new command centre and moved additional troops and equipment into Aleppo province, while the ceasefire in the region holds writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
Hamza Division leader Abu Hussein Hindawi is believed to have been assassinated in Libya, with suspicion falling on a rival Syrian rebel group reports Al-Masdar.
The Syrian Interim Government has provided an update regarding their efforts to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in their areas of control reports Ana Press.
Turkey has promised to ensure the safety of the M4 highway and the expansion of the route that is patrolled by Russian and Turkish forces reports Sputnik.
Russia-backed forces have withdrawn from a number of fronts in Idleb and redeployed to different areas, raising fears of an upcoming assault reports Baladi News.
The Syrian regime’s forces launched an attack on the villages of al-Ftira and Sfuhon, but were stopped by Turkish backed forces, who destroyed a tank reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
The second joint Russian-Turkish patrol in the northern province of Idleb began, before being halted following due to security concerns reports Al-Masdar.
President Assad met with the Russian Defense Minister to discuss the recent Moscow agreement and the theft of natural resources by the United States writes SANA.
Coronavirus preparedness steps up, Syria and ChIna discuss prevention, Libya warns of foreign fighter infections and migrants rescued off Cypriot coast. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
In an effort to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the White Helmets are sterilising places where a high concentration of people gather reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Two men in northern Syria have been admitted to hospital and are suspected of having contracted coronavirus writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
The Syrian Arab Army has amassed a large force in southwestern Idleb, fuelling expectations that they will attempt to take Jisr al-Shughour reports Al-Masdar.
Residents of Idleb are fleeing their homes and seeking to resettle in areas of northern Syria that are controlled by Turkey and their affiliated armed groups writes Iqtissad.
New footage has revealed the road block that was put in place on the M4 highway, to prevent further joint patrols by Russia and Turkey reports Al-Masdar.
Russian forces have pulled back from the northern Raqqa countryside and redeployed in the western Raqqa countryside reports Baladi News.
Militants in Idleb have launched an attack against points controlled by the Syrian army, using rocket-propelled grenades and machine guns reports Al-Masdar.
A panel called “The Struggle for the State in Syria” discussed what the future held for Syria and what problems it might face writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
While the ceasefire in Idleb holds, Russia is sending fresh supplies to the Syrian army, to replace what was lost in the recent fighting in the province reports Al-Masdar.
As Erdogan continues to threaten the European Union with a fresh wave of migrants, Damascus is urging Europe to act sensibly and restore relations with Bashar al-Assad writes Al-Watan.
The bloody conflict in Syria has entered its tenth year, with much of the population displaced and the country and its economy in ruins writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The Path of Peaceful Change has called for people to take part in the People Assembly elections, to create a serious internal opposition in Syria reports Russia Today.
Turkish forces and groups affiliated with them, have been responsible for committing crimes against humanity in northern Syria, despite claims that Turkey is establishing a safe zone writes Levant News.
Humanitarian workers have met to mourn their colleagues who were killed by the regime during the recent assault on northern Syria writes Alsouria Net.
After reaching a ceasefire deal with Russia, Erdogan has suggested that the oil fields in Deir ez-Zor should be managed by Putin writes Al-Modon.
Just days after an agreement was reached, the ceasefire was broken when the Syrian regime fired artillery shells in the direction of a Turkish observation post reports Zaman Al-Wasl.
A ceasefire agreed between Russia and Turkey has not given met all of the Turkish demands, who have now sent a large number of heavy reinforcements into northern Syria writes Zaman Al Wasl.
A Syrian child has been born on the border between Turkey and Greece, and his father has promised to try and make the crossing into Europe reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The Syrian regime has laid to rest tens of soldiers that were killed fighting in Idleb, although estimate suggest that they have lost hundreds of men in the recent fighting reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Turkey claims that Operation Spring Shield has ‘neutralized’ over 100 Syrian soldiers and destroyed a large amount of military hardware writes Al-Masdar.
Bombs continue to fall on civilians in Idleb province, as Putin and Erdogan meet and call for the violence to decrease writes Jesr.
Opposition forces continue to fight back, taking control of the town of Sheikh Aqeel and a hilltop, north west of Aleppo reports Zaman Al Wasl.
President Vladimir Putin has said that talks with Turkey are needed to calm the situation in Idleb and to prevent further unnecessary lost of life writes SANA.
The presidents of Turkey and Russia are meeting to discuss the situation in Idleb and to try and find a solution that can reduce the violence reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
A new report has said that even when the fighting is concluded, large parts of northern Syria will still not be habitable for civilians reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
In an interview with Russian media, Bashar al-Assad has questioned why Turkey is pursuing their aggressive actions, given the long connection that the two countries have had writes Alsouria Net.
Syria has condemned in the strongest terms the recent visit by US officials to Idleb and the continued aggression of the Turkish forces writes SANA.
After losing control of the city to the regime, opposition forces launched an assault to retake control of Saraqeb and the strategic highways reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Turkish-backed militants attacked near Sheik Aqil storming the Syrian army positions by surprise reports Al-Masdar.
The Syrian army has shot down another Turkish drone flying over Idleb province, which have proved a dangers to Syrian troops reports Al-Masdar.
Russia announced that it had deployed military police in Saraqeb, although the claim was questioned by many, and seen as a ploy to create a balance with Turkey writes Nadaa Syria.
A number of US officials have travelled to Syria to inspect the ongoing situation in Idleb and the humanitarian efforts that are being pursued reports Alsouria Net.
The body of a regime pilot has been recovered by opposition fighters, who have proposed a trade with the regime for recently captured prisoners reports Jesr.
Russian airstrikes have struck the village of al-Fuaa in northern Idleb and the town of Binnish, killing a number of civilians reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Opposition forces have pushed back against the advancing regime army, securing a number of towns and destroying and seizing military hardware reports Jesr.
A young Syrian man was shot and killed as he attempted to cross the border into Greece, which has been closed by authorities reports Syria TV.
Syria has lashed out at Turkey and condemned its plans and action in northwestern Syria and reaffirmed it commitment to end their occupation reports SANA.
A Turkish drone strike killed 19 regime troops on Sunday, marking a further escalation in violence between Turkey and the regime writes Zaman al-Wasl.
Turkish forces attack Syrian forces, Turkey claims to have destroyed a chemical warfare facility, Syria fights back against Turkey in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
After escalating tensions, the presidents of Russia and Turkey have spoken and agreed to consider a summit to discuss the situation in Idleb writes Al-Masdar.
The situation in Syria has pushed Syrian families into financial hardship forcing them to change their consumption and shopping habits reports Asharq al-Awsat.
The bloody push and pull between the regime and Turkey-backed forces continues in Idleb, with losses on both sides reports Alsouria Net.
Just days after it fell under the control of the regime, Turkey- back opposition fighters have retaken the town of Saraqeb reports Zaman al-Wasl.
Turkey has laid the blame for the situation in Idleb at the feet of Turkey, claiming that it has not upheld its obligations under the Sochi agreement writes SANA.
After a Turkish drone was shot down, Russia and Turkey have discussed the use of Syria’s airspace writes Al-Masdar.
Regime and Russian warplanes have hit schools and nurseries in Idlib province, leaving at least 21 people dead reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Despite the steady stream of thousands of desperate people fleeing the violence in Idleb, no new camps are being set up to protect the vulnerable people reports Alsouria Net.
Turkish president Erdogan has said that Syria must pull back from Turkey’s observation post or they will be forced to act reports Al-Masdar.
Russian war planes have conducted a number of strikes across Idleb province, targeting jihadists preparing to attack Saraqeb writes Sputnik.
The Russian Foreign Minister has lambasted the United State for considering a deal with terrorists present in northern Syria writes Al-Masdar.
After Turkish forces shut down water wells, Tel Tamer and Hassakeh are to get deliveries of water reports SANA.
A Syrian man who was displaced with his family has offered to sell his kidney, in exchange for enough money to buy a tent reports Brocar Press.
The Turkish army has been hit by airstrikes, pushing up the number of Turkish soldiers killed in Idleb reports Al-Masdar.
A Turkish soldier killed in Idleb, opposition forces attack checkpoint, no coronavirus in Syria and Turkey closes airspace to Russian planes. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Russian airstrikes have hit and destroyed a number of vehicles belonging to Turkish-back militants reports Al-Masdar.
Turkey’s president has said that a military operation in Idleb could start at any moment and that they have been in negotiations with the Russias writes Jesr.
Russian and Syrian reinforcements have arrived in Ayn Eissa, as tensions between the regime and Turkey continue to rise reports Smart News.
The complete liberation of Aleppo by the Syrian Arab Army has been hailed by the General Conference of the Arab Parties writes SANA.
Abdullah al-Mohammed has taught his daughter to laugh off the airstrikes and mortars hitting the opposition held Idleb writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkey has announced that it has reinforced its observation post in Idleb with addition armored vehicles reports Al-Masdar.
The President of Turkey has ramped up tensions as he laid out Turkish plans for northern Syria reports Alsouria Net.
The Syrian government must rid itself of the Turkish presence, before it moves on to secure the rest of Idleb writes Al-Watan.
Syria has rejected Erdogan’s threats to attack Syrian troops in Idleb as hollow and claimed that he is detached from reality writes SANA.
America’s national security adviser has said Washington does not intend to involve itself in the increasing violence between Turkey and the Syrian regime writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Turkey has discussed a recent meeting in Moscow, between the heads to the Turkish and Syrian intelligence heads, with factions of the National Liberation Front writes Nadaa Syria.
Turkey has given a Faylaq al-Sham two shoulder-mounted anti-aircraft missiles, although it is not known if they were used recently to shoot down a helicopter reports Jesr.
The Syrian Army has affirmed that they will not halt their advance in northwestern Syria and that the Turkish forces must give up their support for terrorism writes SANA.
The Syrian Arab Army has struck back with artillery against the Turkish military positions near Nayrab, allegedly wounding seven reports Al-Masdar.
Turkey claims to have destroyed three tanks and two cannons as well as killing a number of fighters reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
As the regime shows no intention of backing down and Turkey sending more fighters and hardware, Idleb is preparing for clashes between the two sides writes Brocar Press.
Opposition forces have launch an attack to retake control of the town of Saraqeb and secure the M4 and M5 highways reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The city of Afrin was rocked by a car bomb that killed six civilians and caused a large amount of damage to the surrounding buildings reports Al-Hal.
Turkey has called on it forces in northern Syria to be prepared to mobilize in Idleb and defend the observation points writes Baladi News.
The chairperson of the Syrian Democratic Council has expressed her willingness to enter into negotiations with the regime to discuss the Self-Administration areas writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
The Turkish army has launched an attack against regime outpost near the town of Saraqeb, killing dozens reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The regime, backed by Iran and Russia have continued to advance, capturing more than 15 villages in the eastern Idleb countryside reports Baladi News.
After regime advances, opposition forces have launched a counter attack, killing a number of fighters and capturing weapons and vehicles writes Alsouria Net.
The Turkish army has sent a military convoy of armored vehicles into Idleb province and deployed between the towns of Binnish, Ma’ar Masrin and Taftanaz writes SANA.
In a phone call with the Russian president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan has promised to meet any aggression against Turkish forces with a forceful response writes Baladi News.
Following advances by the regime army, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has threatened to take action if Assad does not withdraw from the de-escalation zones writes Daily Sabah.
Syria has lashed out at Turkey’s practises in northern Syria and its claims to be abiding by the Adana Agreement writes SANA.
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said officials in Washington ‘fully support’ Turkey’s justified self-defence actions in Syria writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The Turkish president has insisted that his forces will not withdraw and that Russia must keep control of the Assad regime writes Alsouria Net.
Continued attacks by Russia and the Assad regime are forcing families from their homes and towards the border with Turkey writes Anadolu News Agency.
As the regime advances in Idleb, Turkey has sent reinforcements to the city of Saraqib, on the intersection of the M4 and M5 international highways reports Enab Baladi.
Underground tunnels discovered in Idleb, journalists injured in Aleppo, regime warplanes target al-Bab and food rationing imposed. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkish forces are preparing to meet regime forces with force at the city of Saraqib in the eastern Idleb countryside writes Ana Press.
Islam Alloush, who was a spokesman for Jaish al-Islam, has been arrested and charged with war crimes, torture, and the forced disappearance of activists report Al-Modon.
Yet more civilians have died in airstrikes, as Russian and the regime continue to assault the northwestern province of Idleb reports Zaman Al Wasl.
As the regime continues to advance into Idleb province, Turkey is making no efforts to stop their progress or help the civilians who are fleeing reports Enab Baladi.
The cadres in northeastern Syria are an important part of the Democratic Union Party’s influence in the region and they wield a large amount of control writes Brocar Press.
Turkey has started the process to give citizenship to the families of fighters that were killed during Operation Peace Spring reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry has warned the UN that terrorist, with Turkish support, are planning to stage a chemical attack to provoke a Western response writes SANA.
Russia has been instrumental in Syria and the actions have shown them to be a powerful force, but Asharq Al-Awsat asks if that will continue.
The main sticking points of the talks is the future role of the SDF and the governing of SDF controlled areas reports Al-Masdar.
Recent diplomatic activities in New York between Syria and Saudi Arabia have led people to expect a resumption of relations writes Al-Watan.
Turkey has reportedly stopped paying fighters who have refused to travel to Libya to fight for them writes SANA.
The Turkish government have been housing the families of their fighters in the homes of expelled residents in Hassakeh’s northern countryside writes SANA.
An intense air campaign by the Assad regime and Russia have force tens of thousands of people from their homes reports Enab Baladi.
The Syrian Democratic Council has announced that it is seeking to resume negotiations with the Assad regime, after previous talks fell apart writes Rudaw.
Turkey has denied promising Turkish citizenship to Syrian who fight against Haftar’s forces in Libya reports Alsouria Net.
Hope of reaching a solution were dashed when the Turkish Defense Minister ended meetings with Ali Mamlouk reports Brocar Press.
No sooner had a new ceasefire been announced, regime and Russian began to conducts bombardments of towns and cities in Idleb writes Alsouria Net.
Displaced families from Idleb have travelled to Raqqa province to seek shelter, although it has not been disclosed how they travelled there reports Enab Baladi.
The heads of Turkish and Syrian intelligence have held a meeting to discuss the situation in Idleb and Turkish actions in northern Syria.
The Russian Embassy in Syria posted a photo of a “fake humanitarian crossing”, which was taken in 2018 and showed Syrians in Turkey queuing at the border to enter areas recently been captured by Turkey writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Despite denials about their presence in Libya, reports have emerged about the death of four Syrian fighters from the Syrian National Army reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The Syrian army has sent large military reinforcements to Aleppo, while the battle in neighbouring Idleb province continues to rage writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
After recent regime advances, oppositions forces have hit back and secured three villages in the eastern countryside of Idleb writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Following the killing of Qassem Soleimani, questions are now being asked about what it means for Iran in Syria reports Asharq al-Awsat.
US forces have evacuated their base in Khirab al-Jir on the Iraq border, which they had occupied for seven months reports Brocar Press.
Questions are being asked about what role, if any, the Syrian intelligence agency played in the assassination of Soleimani reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Syria’s losses during the war have been estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars, with little sign of respite writes Sputnik.
Airstrikes continue to pound northern Syria, with one killing a family that was fleeing from the rebel-held city of Ariha reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The regime’s assault on northern Syria has forced over a million people to flee their homes resulting in a humanitarian catastrophe reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The value of the Syrian pound continues to fall against other currencies, with Syria Stocks being accused of being responsible for the collapse reports Brocar Press.
Recent events in Iraq have revealed the weakness of the American position in the Middle East and their desperate attempts to strengthen their hand writes Al-Watan.
Russia moves to prevent Hezbollah drug trade, 90 regime fighters die in Idleb, call for action to prevent a humanitarian crisis and US strikes against Iran-backed groups. Catch up on everything that happened over the holidays.
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The northern Syrian town of Kafrnabl has witnessed a horrific bombing campaign by Russia, but one activist is providing food and shelter to hundreds of stray cats writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Planes owned by a Abdel Hakim Belhaj and carrying Turkey-back Syrian fighters have landed in Libya to support the Government of National Accord reports Jisr.
The Syrian Army is continuing its advance in northern Syria, engaging in clashes with terrorists on the outskirts of Jerjnaz, a major stronghold, reports The Syria Times.
An image of a crying women has led to an outpouring on social media and renewed calls for the international community to take action over Idleb reports Al-Modon.
Walid al-Muallem and Sergey Lavrov have discussed the continued aggression by the United States, Turkey, and Israel and efforts for a diplomatic solution writes SANA.
Civilians in Idleb flee to the Turkish border, Russia and China uses their veto at UN, Christmas celebrated in Aleppo and Syrian regime push advance. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A mobile phone seller from Ras al-Ayn was tortured by Turkey-backed fighters for refusing to unlock smartphone, stolen from residents writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Opposition and Islamist factions in the National Front have said that they see no other option but to fight the regime and its allies on the battlefield reports Al-Modon.
The Syrian army to preparing to launch an offensive to recapture and secure the Aleppo-Hama Highway and the surrounding towns writes Al-Watan.
A mine, which was being transported in a car, exploded in the city of Tel Abyad, killing four civilians reports The Syria Times.
Families who fled the Turkish advance in Ras al-Ayn are now wondering whether they will ever be able to return to their homes writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkish politician Meral Aksener has presented a three step plan to deport Syrian refugees living in Turkey reports Brocar Press.
After almost three years in captivity, South African photojournalist Shiraaz Mohamed has escaped and has been handed over to Turkish Intelligence writes Al-Masdar.
As attacks on northern Syria escalate, more civilians are trying to cross into Turkey illegally, with some being killed by Turkish border guards reports Brocar Press.
The civilian death toll continues to rise with a attacks on towns and villages and a convoy of displaced people being hit on the Aleppo-Damascus highway writes Alsouria Net.
President Bashar al-Assad has hailed the diplomatic efforts of China and the “Belt and Road Initiative” writes SANA.
James Le Mesurier was an ex-British Army officer who set up Mayday Rescue which helped train the White Helmets, was found dead in November reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Khaled Khoja, once the President of the National Coalition for Syrian Revolutionary and Opposition Forces, has formed the Future Party with Ahmet Davutoglu writes Al-Masdar.
With support from Russia, the regime is moving to secure territory and influence in areas east of the Euphrates, moving against Turkey and the US writes Al-Arab.
10 fighters from the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces have been killed in a Turkish artillery bombardment near Azaz in northern Syria writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Turkish police are cracking down on Syrians living in Istanbul and deporting those who are in violation of the terms of their residency visas reports Brocar Press.
Opposition forces launched a surprize attack against the elite Tiger Force and Iranian militias near the town of al-Mshairfah east of Idleb city, killing 22 reports Zaman Al Wasl.
An interview conducted by Italy’s Rai News 24 with President Bashar al-Assad was not broadcast, as agreed, so in response, the Syrian news agency SANA has decided to air the interview.
Noor and Alla Elhamravi have taken to Twitter to highlight the plight of Syrians and to try and prompt the international community to take action writes Anadolu News.
In accordance with the agreement between Turkey and Russia, Assad’s forces had expanded their deployment in the al-Jazira areas and deployed in the northern Hassakeh countryside reports Alsouria Net.
Turkey’s President Erdogan has announced a plan to house a million Syrians in new residential areas in northern Syria reports Hurriya Press.
Hospitals in areas controlled by Turkish forces are unable to meet the needs of locals due to a to lack of security and equipment writes Zaman al-Wasl.
The continuing collapse of the Syrian pound has pushed the Syrian Interim Government to introduce the Turkish lira to areas they control writes Alsouria Net.
President of the National Security Bureau, Ali Mamlouk, asked tribal leaders and sheikhs to pull their men out of the SDF reports Brocar Press.
The Syrian Interim Government has called on SDF fighters to surrender their arms and submit themselves to the Syrian National Army in order to be pardoned writes Jisr.
A suspected airstrike by the International Coalition has hit a passenger car in the Idleb countryside, killing one person and wounding others reports Jisr.
Russian forces have moved into Amuda, in northeastern Syria, reportedly to protect the Kurdish forces in the area from the Turkish army writes Asharq al-Awsat.
A Russian researcher has accused the US of hindering the political process and obstructing the work of the Committee to Discuss to Constitution writes SANA.
Turkey is attending a NATO meeting in the UK this week and the issue of northern Syria is expected to be high on the agenda writes Anadolu Agency.
Qadri Jamil has said that the delegations from regime and the opposition have demonstrated irresponsible behavior during the second round of the Constitutional Committee writes Enab Baladi.
The Syrian pound has hit an all new high against foreign currencies, while the regime government does little to halt the devaluation writes Brocar Press.
Forces supported by the Turkish occupation used artillery fire to kill nine civilians and wound 10 others in the northern Aleppo countryside writes SANA.
Regime and opposition forces clash, thousands of families flee, the new president of the EU Commission speaks with Erdogan and Russia continues construction of airbase. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Three regime soldiers, who defied orders and fought against Turkey-back forces, are being investigated by the security forces writes Brocar Press.
Turkish forces in northern Syria are forcing locals from their homes, kidnapping young men and enacting demographic change writes SANA.
Assad’s forces, back by Russia and Iranian militias, are pushing their assault on Idleb, killing a number of people in a missile attack on Jisr al-Shughour reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The Syrian Government delegation to the committee to discuss the constitution has criticised the opposition for rejecting the proposals put forward writes SANA.
Attacks by the regime and Russia has forced medical centers to cease work in the southern Idleb countryside reports Alsouria Net.
The opposition delegation has been accused obstructing the work of the committee to discuss the constitution by rejecting the proposed agenda reports SANA.
In a blow to the process, the government delegation of the small constitutional committee has withdrawn over a lack of an agenda for the second round of meeting writes SANA.
A car bomb in Azaz has detonated next to a bus terminal, killing two people and injuring three others, with the YPG being suspected of carrying out the attack writes Zaman al-Wasl.
The US urges a political solution, a car bomb kills nine, Turkey attacks Ayn Eissa and Syria insists that the constitutional committee remains Syrian. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkish authorities have been conducting raids that target Syrians living in the country, and have now deported a number of them for not having work permits reports Alsouria Net.
The new power plant will improve oil and gas production in Kurdish-held areas and is expected to be completed in the next two months reports Zaman Al Wasl.
A Russian airstrike, which targeted Maarret al-Numan has killed a number of civilians, marking the latest violation to the ceasefire writes Zaman Al Wasl.
A recent attack by the Turkish regime’s forces has shown that Erdogan is continuing to pursue occupationists and aggressive tactics reports The Syria Times.
The Turkish occupation forces have been accused of looting the homes of residents and kidnapping young men reports SANA.
Russian airstrikes hit Idleb, Turkey expels refugees, regime forces deploy on the border, Russia takes control of US airbase and the UN affirms Syrian rights to the Golan Heights. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Recent attacks in northern Syria have killed Turkish-backed fighters, and while the assailants are unknown, YPG fighters are suspected of carrying out the attacks reports Zaman Al Wasl.
In an interview with Rossiya 24, Assad said that Turkey will not repatriate Syrian refugees and that talks are underway to return the Kurdish people to the fold writes SANA.
During a visit by Mohsen Bilal, India affirmed its support for Syria and expressed its desire to take part in the reconstruction process writes SANA.
Residents of Salouk have claimed that the Syrian National Army looted three stores and then sold the spoils back to the townsfolk writes Smart News.
Turkish authorities ordered non-registered refugees to leave Istanbul and for some, this has been good, but for other, the move has not helped them writes Zaman Al Wasl.
The towns of Tel Tamr and Abou Rasin have witnessed clashes between the Syrian National Army and Kurdish forces reports Zaman al-Wasl.
Zaman Al Wasl.
President Assad has given a wide ranging interview that explored different aspects of the crisis in Syria and what the future holds for the country writes SANA.
James Gustaf Edward Le Mesurier was found dead in Istanbul, after allegedly falling from his balcony reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
SDF commander Mazloum Abadi has criticised Russia and the US for not doing enough to prevent Turkish attacks reports Enab Baladi.
Clashes between Turkey and the regime, talks between Turkey and Russia, terrorist numbers in Idleb and a US women who wants to go home. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
President Bashar al-Assad has performed the noon prayers at a mosque in Damascus, on the occasion of the birth of the Prophet Mohammad writes SANA.
The drone attack only caused material damage, with many of the villages residents being detained by Turkish forces writes SANA.
The Pro-Justice organization has released the Blacklist, which details the war crimes committed in Syria and the people who are responsible writes Brocar Press.
President Bashar al-Assad has put forward a three step plan to ensure the complete liberation of Syria and the removal of foreign occupiers writes Al-Watan.
Regime forces have expanded their presence in Hassakeh and their has been discussion of them continuing their advance into the oil-rich Rumailan area reports Alsouria Net.
Turkish forces and their terrorist allies are forcing Afrin locals out of their homes and establishing military posts in the Ras al-Ayn area reports SANA.
The regime’s forces used heavy aerial and ground bombardments, but were unable to unseat the rebels, losing a number of fighters in the process writes Zaman Al Wasl,
A Turkish soldier involved in the Turkish regime’s aggression has been killed and a number others were injured in northeastern Syria reports SANA.
AK Energy will provide electricity to the town of al-Rai in the northern Aleppo countryside, although it is not know how much it will cost residents writes Alsouria Net.
Protests in Idleb, Russia speaks out about the Russia-Turkey relationship, 183 arbitrarily arrested in October, rebels take he Kabana hilltops and a car bomb hits Tel Abyad. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
President Bashar al-Assad sat down with SANA for a wide ranging interview that explored plans to take back Kurdish areas and the committee to discuss the constitution.
Mazloum Abdi has expressed his distrust of both Russia and the Syrian regime, but has agreed to continue to search for peace writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In a recent interview, Assad has spoken about the role of Tehran and Moscow as well as the possible outcomes of the constitutional committee and the status of the Kurds writes Al-Modon.
Fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces have been told to join the Syrian army, so that they can face Turkish aggression writes SANA.
The northwest Syrian city of Afrin, which is under control of Turkey-backed opposition groups, was hit by a car bomb on Thursday, killing eight reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
The regime’s forces have continued their attacks on rebels the de-escalation zone, but their attempts have been thwarted reports Zaman Al Wasl.
A Russian military police patrol, operating on Syria’s northern border, came under fire from unknown assailants, wounding one, reports Brocar Press.
Russia forces launched an assault on the Tel Ja’afar area, in an attempt to push out rebels, but were held back by the opposition forces reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The Syrian Democratic Forces have announced that they will withdraw their forces from the border region, in accordance with the Russian and Turkish agreement reports Alsouria Net.
Marking an end to the Turkish aggression in northern Syria, armed groups have withdraw from the border to a depth of 30 kilometers writes SANA.
Turkey has said that it conducted an operation in northwestern Syria to track down Hurras al-Din, although other reports claim that it was the US writes Zaman Al Wasl.
The Ras al-Ayn area north of Hassakeh has witnessed clashed between the two sides, in spite of an agreement between Turkey and Russia writes Smart News.
In accordance with the Turkish-Russian agreement, Russia has started to patrol the border region as the SDF withdraws to the agreed upon distance writes Alsouria Net.
As Russia and the regime move to secure the border, the Syrian Democratic Forces have announced their willingness to discuss joining the regime’s ranks reports Enab Baladi.
The Syrian army has moved north and has taken control of a number of town, putting them in direct confrontation with the Turkish occupation forces reports The Syria Times.
In part two of The Syrian Observer’s interview, Jamal Suleiman discusses sectarianism in Syria, electoral law and his hopes for the constitutional committee.
A new report on the developments in northern Syria has said that the US and Russia orchestrated events to their benefit and that Iran was the biggest loser writes Alsouria Net.
The Syrian Observer sat down for an interview with opposition figure and presidential hopeful Jamal Suleiman to discuss his plans for Syria’s future.
Turkey’s actions in northern Syria have given him plenty of diplomatic leverage and it will allow him to implement his plans for demographic change writes Brocar Press.
On a recent visit to the frontlines in Idleb, President Bashar al-Assad has spoken out against the recent Turkish aggression and called out Erdogan reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
As the ceasefire comes to an end, Syrian Democratic Forces fighters and their families are leaving for Iraq reports Brocar Press.
Despite a ceasefire being imposed in the area, Russia is still conducting airstrikes in the northern province of Idleb reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The US has been accused of transporting Islamic State fighters and their families into Iraq as they withdraw from Syria writes SANA.
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) on Sunday executed seven civilians before withdrawing from the Ras al-Ain area reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
President Assad calls for withdrawal of foreign troops, US troops to move to Iraq, Kurdish groups withdraw from border and ISIS fighters recaptured. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Russia is set to hold meetings with Turkey to discuss the removal of the Syrian Kurdish People’s Protection Units from Manbij and Kobani writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
A recently released document has shown a link between the recent Turkish attack and groups funded and armed by the US writes SANA.
Turkey and the United States of America have released a statement following a joint meeting in Ankara.
Fearing a massacre by Turkish forces, civilians are heading to Ras al-Ayn in an attempt to save wounded people reports Etihad Press.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry has lambasted Erdogan’s expansionist ambitions and has said that Turkey has lost its place on the Astana track writes SANA.
President Bashar al-Assad has lashed out at the Turkish aggression and has called for a strengthening of relations between Syria and Iraq writes SANA.
Part of the safe zone, proposed by Turkey, includes the Rmelan and Suwaidiyah oilfields, which are believed to hold billions of barrels of oil writes Iqtissad.
The decision by Donald Trump to withdraw US forces from Syria has left a vacuum in the country that will be filled and fought over by other countries writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Bouthaina Shaaban has said that efforts are being made to arrange talks between the regime and the Turks in the Russian city of Sochi reports Brocar Press.
A Syrian member of parliament has hailed the deal between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces reports Al-Watan.
The Syrian National Army has announced that areas captured from the SDF will be put under civilian administration reports Ana Press.
The National Army and its Turkish ally have pushed into Tel Abyad and is advancing to trying and capture the town of Ras al-Ayn reports Alsouria Net.
In response to Turkey’s aggression, the Syrian Arab Army has sent military units to Manbij, who were welcomed by the locals reports SANA.
While both Russia and Turkey have intervened militarily in Syria, they have done so in different manners, which could lead to very different outcomes writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
William Roebuck has admitted that the US had sold out the SDF, but has not given approval for Syrian and Russian planes to close the airspace reports Al-Watan.
The Syrian Democratic Forces have said that the agreement reached with the Syrian government only allowed them to deploy on the borders writes Hawar News.
The Russian air force used cluster bombs to hit the village of al-Bara south of Idleb city, killing a mother and her child reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Continued Turkish attacks in northern Syria, a new military force in Deir ez-Zor, ISIS attack in Qamishli and EU countries suspend arm sales to Turkey. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Self-Administration of Northern and Eastern Syria has announced that it will allow the Syrian government to deploy along the Syrian-Turkish border to support the SDF.
Havrin Khalaf was killed when her car was struck on the road to Qamishli on Saturday, with initial indications were that her car was hit by Turkish forces reports Rudaw.
US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw troops has thrown northern Syria into chaos, but no one is set to win writes Asharq al-Awsat.
Countries from around the world have been quick to condemn the actions of the Turkish regime in northern Syria writes SANA.
In light of the Turkish attack on northern Syria, the Kurdish Future Movement has called on groups to freeze its membership of coalition opposition reports Etihad Press.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry have said that the Turkish aggression in northern Syria is unacceptable and will be prevented with all legal methods and means reports SANA.
As Turkey continues its assault on northern Syria, the UNHCR has highlighted the number of children who are displaced and that civilians must not be targeted reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
Following the US withdrawal, Turkey has launched ground and air operations in northern Syria, causing people to flee the border towns writes Asharq al-Awsat.
As Turkey moves into northern Syria, the Syrian Democratic Forces are considering their options, with an alliance with the Assad regime at the top of the list writes Alsouria Net.
Turkey has insisted that the operation being carried out in northern Syria is in accordance with international law reports Anadolu Agency.
Syria has said that Turkish aggression at the border has only renewed determination to confront Turkish aggression by all legitimate means writes SANA.
Mohammad Javad Zarif has rejected Turkish aggressions aimed at northern Syria and has urged the implementation of the Adana agreement writes SANA
Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Mikdad has said that the Kurds were always going to get tossed aside by foreign powers reports Al-Watan.
The National Defense Militia are seeking to take advantage of the Turkish threat to the eastern Euphrates, but the Assad government and the Russians are standing in their way reports Deir Ezzor 24.
As the Turkey prepares to move on northern Syria, the regime has yet to make an official statement on the developments reports Brocar Press.
The Syrian Democratic Forces have reacted with bitter disappointment and anger to the recent decision by the US president to withdraw from northern Syria writes Alsouria Net.
A Turkish government official has repeated threats to invade northern Syria and to remove the PKK from the border area writes Anadolu News Agency.
Two explosions in Aleppo province, which targeted pro-Turkish elements have killed and wounded a number of people reports Al-Hal.
Erdogan says operation east of Euphrates to start imminently, Russian airstrikes hit Idleb, Iranian presence grows and motorcycle bomb explodes in Aleppo. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey is preparing to move on northern Syria, but the political ground in the area is extremely fragile and fraught with complication writes Brocar Press.
Syrians in Turkey are pointing to widespread racism as the cause behind the death by suicide of a nine-year-old Syrian boy reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Civilians on the border with Turkey have started to flee their homes ahead of an anticipated attack by Turkish forces east of the Euphrates reports Zaman Al Wasl.
A leading Turkish opposition leader has called on Erdogan to pull out all Turkish troops out of Syria and end support for terrorists in Idleb reports SANA.
A handshake between Ahmed Aboul Gheit and Walid al-Muallem has led to speculation that some Arab countries are ready to restore relations with Damascus writes Al-Watan.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said that the country must face the terror threat towards the country’s borders reports Anadolu News Agency.
The full text of the Syrian FM at the UN General Assembly in New-York on September 29, 2019
While many activists oppose the constitutional committee, the negotiations committee of the opposition says it is optimistic
The UN, the EU and the Astana format countries have all welcomed the formation of the constitutional committee, writes Asharq Al-Awsat
The regime and the opposition will share jointly the committee, according to Enab Baladi
Drone downed over Quneitra, Turkey and US conduct joint patrols, conscription campaign in Raqqa and anti-government protests in Deir ez-Zor. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Ali Hattab has been accused of murdering his wife and his stepmother in the Turkish city of Bursa, and if guilty could be sentenced to life in prison reports Zaman Al Wasl.
There are 3.6 million Syrians living in Turkey, but the Turkish president has said that 3 million of them could move into the ‘safe zone’ in northern Syria writes Anadolu News Agency.
Following recent advances in Hama province, the regime is conducting repairs to the Khan Sheikhoun-Qalaat Madaiq highway and preparing to open the Morek crossing writes Al-Modon.
The presidents of Russia, Iran and Turkey, said that they will continue to work on establishing a constitutional committee and securing Syria’s territorial integrity writes SANA.
The long planned constitutional committee is expected to be announced at the next meeting of the Astana guarantor countries reports Brocar Press.
Twelve people were killed and dozens more injured when a car bomb exploded in al-Rai in Aleppo province reports Zaman al-Wasl.
According to a western diplomat, the crisis in Syria will continue if Bashar al-Assad decides to run for president again writes Asharq al-Awsat.
A report has shown that Syrians are the third most targeted group in the Turkish media, with 918 documented cases of hate speech writes Jisr.
The brutal assult on Idleb by regime forces has pushed many families into the camps for the displaced, where the quality of life is very low reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In an interview with Brocar Press, Nasr al-Hariri discussed the formation of the constitutional committee, the situation in northern Syria and the road to presidential elections.
The UN Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen has been touring the region to build momentum for the formation of the constitutional committee writes Alsouria Net.
A Syrian refugee has created a buzz with her YouTube channel that teaches other Syrian children the Turkish language reports Zaman al Wasl.
Since the outbreak of the war in Syria, Ahlam al-Rasheed has worked to improve the lives of those affected and has been named as one of the most inspirational women in the world writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Turkey’s president, Recep Tayip Erdogan, has said that a safe zone in northern Syria must be established to serve refugees writes Anadaolu News Agency.
The Syrian National Coalition has called on the international community and the UN to act in northern Syria and provide humanitarian aid.
An airstrike from an unknown attacker left at least 18 pro-Iranian fighters dead in the region of Albu Kamal near the border with Iraq reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syrian refugees living in camps are being moved into Turkish cities and encouraged to integrate with Turkish society writes Alsouria Net.
Drone attacks in Hama, Iranian oil unloaded in Syria, damages to churches recorded and anti-regime protests in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey and Russia are slowly working towards a solution for Idleb, while also trying to ensure that they both get what they want writes Al-Arab.
The US-Turkish joint patrols in the Syrian al-Jazeera region have been described as a violation of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity reports SANA.
Turkish border guards have killed a women and injured two others with stray bullets, amidst reports of people trying to cross into Turkey being shot at and tortured reports Zaman Al Wasl.
At a meeting with Syrian activists and lawyers, Turkey has said that it has not and will not give up on Idleb province, despite the regime assault reports Brocar Press.
New figures released by the administration of the Bab al-Hawa crossing have shown an increase in the number of Syrians being deported from Turkey writes Brocar Press.
A ceasefire announced in Idleb, US strike al-Qaeda affiliate, UAE businessmen attend Damascus International Fair and Erdogan demands action on safe zone. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The US Defense Department said the attack targeted leaders of Al-Qaeda north of Idlib in Syria. It did not say what kind of weapon was used or give further details reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Bouthaina Shaaban has warned Syrians against working with the Americans, saying that the army will liberate every region of Syria reports Al-Watan.
Turkish backed factions have forced people in Afrin to attend a march in support of the Turkish president, or face a fine or possible expulsion reports Etihad Press.
Following the capture of Khan Sheikhoun, the regime is continuing to advance, laying siege to the town of Taman’a reports Alsouria Net.
A joint committee of Turks and Syrian have met to discuss the situation and challenges faced by Syrian refugees living in Istanbul writes The Syrian National Coalition.
President Bashar al-Assad spoke with the European Member of Parliament, Terry Mariani, about the war against terrorism and Europe’s policies towards Syria writes SANA.
Refugees who aren’t registered in Istanbul are facing intense pressure as the authorities seek to move them back to where they registered or Syria writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Following a meeting between the presidents of Turkey and Russia, Turkish soldiers have started patrols along the Aleppo-Lattakia highway reports Al-Modon.
At a meeting in Moscow, Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed international developments and attended the International Aviation and Space Salon report Anadolu News Agency.
In accordance with the US-Turkish agreement, fighters from the YPG have begun to withdraw from the border area and dismantle fortifications reports Alsouria Net.
Regime officials have been quick to descend onto Khan Sheikhoun and congratulate the army and militias of their capture of the city, while homes and shops are looted writes Al-Modon.
Displaced people, fleeing the violence in northern Hama and southern Idleb, have complained about the extortionate fees they are being charged to secure shelter writes Iqtissad.
The Syrian Army continue their advance, Syrian Kurds announce support for safe zone, Turkish government deny deportations and the SDF begin withdrawal. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
After being deported from Istanbul, a transgender woman was sent back to Idleb, arrested by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham and never seen again reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Retired Brigadier-General Haitham Hassoun believes that the fall of Khan Sheikhoun will lead to the defeat of the Turkish regime in Idleb and Hama writes The Syria Times.
The two sides discussed the advances of the Syrian Arab Army and the opportunities for China to take part in the reconstruction writes SANA.
Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced by the fighting in Idleb and Hama, but the many are not receiving the aid they need reports Alsouria Net.
Following the capture of Khan Sheikhoun by regime forces, Turkey is questioning the future of its observation posts in Idleb reports Etihad Press.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN said that Israel must be forced to adhere to the nuclear proliferation treaties and to subject all its facilities to a safeguarding system writes SANA.
Russia has said that the actions of the Turkish regime are in violation of the Sochi agreement and that there would be repercussions reports SANA.
Turkey has warned the Syrian regime not to take any reckless action and respect the agreed upon de-escalation zone reports Anadolu News Agency.
A new film by Syrian filmmaker explores what it is like to grow up in Syria under the rule of the Ba’ath party writes Zaman Al Wasl.
After a number of advances by the Syrian regime, Turkey has sent personnel and material reinforcements to the Idleb countryside reports Alsouria Net.
Iran has said that the proposed safe zone in northern Syria is a violation of international law and an attack on Syria’s sovereignty reports SANA.
The Syrian government has lashed out the Turkish regime for supplying terrorists in Idleb with weapons and equipment writes SANA.
Russian statistics have revealed that there are currently 140,000 Syrian soldier under the control of Russian forces reports Al-Modon.
Airstrikes kill a number of civilians in Idleb, the Turkish-US joint operation center set to open, seven members of one family executed in Raqqa and air defenses shoot down suspected Israeli missiles. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey, Lebanon and Jordan are playing host to 5.2 million Syrian refugees, but they are increasingly being regarded as a burden writes Asharq Al-Awsat
The Syrian Kurdish National Council is seeking to secure a bigger role in the administration of the proposed safe zone in northern Syria reports Bas News.
Turkey’s foreign minister has emphasised that the safe zone in northern Syria must go ahead and the US cannot delay its creation writes Anadolu News Agency.
Mohieddin Saho is a blind refugee from Idleb who currently lives in Germany, but due to a change in the rules, is facing deportation reports Zaman Al Wasl.
A warplane belonging to the Syrian Air Force was hit and downed by a missile fired by terrorists in Idleb’s southern countryside writes SANA.
Following the agreement between the US and Turkey, operations have begun to secure a safe zone in northern Syria, although it is still unclear how deep the zone will run writes Baladi News.
As Turkey secures its control over Afrin, Arabs are taking ownership of Kurdish homes and Kurdish culture is being slowly erased writes Al-Hal.
`The Chinese Foreign Ministry has called on the international community to respect the territorial integrity of Syria reports SANA.
In an attempt to speed up the capturing of towns and villages in Idleb, Hezbollah has entered the battlefield, although progress has yet to improve reports Al-Modon.
As the fighting between the regime and the opposition forces continues to rage, the Deputy Defense Minister visited troops and told them to remain in a state of readiness writes Al-Modon.
The Joint Operations Center, which is being established in the Turkish province of Sanilurfa, is part of a plan to set up a safe zone and develop a peace corridor reports Anadolu News Agency.
The National Front for Liberation has admitted that it has received logistic, military and intelligence support from the Turkish regime writes SANA.
After months of delays, Russia believes that the much anticipated constitutional committee is expected to meet for the first time in Geneva next month writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
US and Turkish talks have concluded with an agreement to establish a safe zone and a a joint operations center reports Al-Modon.
Syria has condemned Turkish and US plans to establish a safe zone in northern Syria, describing them as a flagrant aggression against Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity writes SANA.
Turkey has repeated warnings that it will launch a military assault on the area east of the Euphrates if it feels that it is necessary writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
The United States is continuing to be a disrupting force in Syria, refusing to engage in any solution to the crisis, while also offering no alternatives writes Al-Arab.
Following the failure of the talks between the US and Turkey to establish a safe zone in northern Syria, the Turkish president has reiterated their intention to launch an assault reports Alsouria Net.
Hisham Mustafa was shot and killed as he attempted to cross into Turkey, just weeks after he was deported from the country reports Ana Press.
Despite being one of the guarantor states of the Astana process, Turkey has allowed foreign fighters to cross into Syria and has failed to uphold international agreements writes The Syria Times.
Diplomatic discussions dominate the 13th Astana talks, Turkey vows action east of the Euphrates and a ceasefire is declared in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey has been ramping up the deportations of Syrian refugees, with the numbers almost doubling in just two months writes Ana Press.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham commander, Abou Mohamed Jolani, has said that the latest ceasefire has not been agreed by the group and has refused to sign reports Alsouria Net.
The opposition is backing down from its decision to boycott the upcoming talks in Astana
The Syrian National Coalition discussed recent political developments, unfolding events in Idleb and the situation for refugees in Turkey.
Syrian refugees living in Turkey are finding themselves being forcible deported back to northern Syria, despite to the continuing security concerns reports Asharq Al-Awsat.
The US and Turkey are divided over the implementation and nature of the proposed safe zone on the border of Turkey and Syria writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
A tragic image of suffering from Idleb goes viral, Lebanon secures the release of an American, a suicide attack hits Daraa and UN says 400,000 displaced in the north. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A youth citizen club created a new campaign to help Syria’s marginalised children become changemakers by training and teaching them new skills writes Al-araby Al-Jadeed.
Binali Yildirim is attempting to secure Turkey’s future as the number of refugees in the country grows, but the security situation in Syria must be dealt with first writes Al-Watan.
The President of the Syrian Coalition discussed with Turkey the situation for the refugees in Turkey and how they might best be served.
A safe zone on the northern Syrian border, proposed by the US, has been declared unsatisfactory, raising fears of a Turkish military attack writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Two rockets hit the Turkish state of Sanliurfa, wounding five civilians, but it is unclear who was responsible for the attack writes Alsouria Net.
The city of Istanbul is giving Syrian refugees one month to obtain the correct permit and residency documents, or risk being deported writes Al-Watan.
General Kenneth McKenzie discussed with the Syrian Democratic Forces the Islamic State prisoners and the proposed safe zone on the northern border writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Russian and regime forces have pounded Khan Sheikhoun, Syria decries economic sanctions, the US supportive of Turkey’s actions in the north and plans for next round of Astana talks. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
As a growing number of Turks call for refugees to be sent home, authorities are engaging in forced deportations and increasing pressures on Syrians living in Istanbul reports Anadolu.
A Syrian refugee who had settled in Germany, has decided to return to Syria and fight with the opposition groups in Idleb province writes Asharq Al-Aswat.
In anticipation of an attack by the Turkish army, the Syrian Democratic Forces have sent fighters and military equipment to Syrian border with Turkey writes Ana Press.
A lawyer for the Syrian Center for Political and Strategic Studies has warned that Syrians living in Turkey must not be sent back to unsafe areas reports Smart News.
Ahead of the latest round of talks in Astana, the two sides have discussed the voting mechanisms for the constitutional committee and a political solution to Idleb writes Al- Watan.
Activists say that the dividing barrier has been removed at the city of Tel Abyad in the northern Raqqa countryside, as Turkey send more equipment to the border.
The new Turkish operation will target Kurdish militants in Tel Abyad, in north central Syria, and Tel Rifat, in north eastern Syria reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Following the recent election in Istanbul, Syrians living in Turkey are set to face increased pressure and scrutiny of their residency and living arrangements writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Syria has accused Turkish occupation forces of destroying archaeological sites and looting the treasures of Syria’s history and culture reports SANA.
A total of four explosions hit the city of Hassakeh, causing damage and some injuries, and forcing the authorities to take action and impose a curfew on motorcycles reports Etihad Press.
Modelled on the Turkish BMC-type armored vehicles, the vehicle produced by the Hamza Division can hold 10 people and includes 1.5cm armor plating writes Alsouria Net.
Despite the repeated efforts by the US, with help from Israel, to undermine Syria and the rest of the region, their schemes and practises have failed writes The Syria Times.
Iranian militias and Hezbollah have been transferred north, from the south, to bolster the fronts for an expected upsurge in the violence reports Etihad Press.
Miraj Oral has been fighting alongside the regime for seven years as the head of of Popular Liberation Front of Liwa’a Iskandaroun reports Zaman Al Wasl.
After months of wrangling, the committee to discuss the Syrian constitution has agreed on six names who will be part of the civil society list writes Ana Press.
Since its intervention, Moscow’s priorities have shifted and it is now looking to form relationships with the US and Israel writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
An upsurge in hatred towards Syrians living in Turkey has led to a number of hashtags become popular, which call for Syrians to leave reports Hurriya Press.
The group were meeting to discuss internal differences when they were struck by the International Coalition, reportedly killing three leaders writes Enab Baladi.
Brita Haj Hassan has started a hunger strike to protest the crimes of the Assad regime and their Russian and Iranian partners writes Zaman Al Wasl.
The Assad regime has suffered heavy losses as it attempts to push forward in to opposition controlled areas in the Hama countryside reports Alsouria Net.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva has accused Turkey of duplicity and using the humanitarian crisis in Syria for political gains writes SANA.
Kurdish people in Kobani have been converting to Christianity, bringing the religion back to a region that had its churches closed down 30 years ago writes Daraj.
Following the victory of opposition candidate Ekrem Imamoglu for Istanbul mayor, an anti-Syrian hashtag started trending on Twitter reports Al-Modon.
Drone shot down by Syrian Arab Army, Turkey says it is unable to accept more refugees, regime airbases revealed and Idleb bombardment kills 20 civilians. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Saudi minister Thamer al-Sabhan has visited parts of eastern Syria under the control of the Syrian Democratic Forces to form an Arab force with members of the Arab tribes at its core repots Al-Modon.
Walid al-Muallem has criticised the West for linking the return of refugees to a political settlement and elections reports SANA.
The Trump administrations policies in Syria and across the region will not succeed, and are simply a cover to sell more arms writes The Syria Times
Continued airstrikes in northwestern Syria, Turkey criticizes Russian inaction, Turkish council bans refugees from beach and Syrian journalists call for an end to sanctions. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Assad regime has hit Turkish observation point in Murak in the northern Hama countryside, with previous strikes hitting the Shir al-Maghar point in Jabel Shahshabou in the western Hama countryside reports Alsouria Net.
The head of the Czech Parliamentary Group for Friendship with Syria has accused Turkey and the US of hindering the efforts to defeat terrorism reports SANA.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has called on Turkey to uphold its side of the Sochi agreement and tackle the terrorist organizations present in Idleb writes SANA.
Reinforcments from the Fifth Corps have been sent to various areas in the Lattakia countryside following heavy losses in clashes reports Al-Modon.
A Syrian-Kurdish commander has said that the proposed safe zone could include Jarablus, Manbij, Aziz, Tel Rifaat and even Afrin reports Basnews.
Continued attacks in Idleb, anger over international inaction, Turkish and Russian talks and refugees returning from Lebanon. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Haddad, originally from Aleppo, has founded Gaziantep’s only basketball school in an attempt to help young Syrian refugees writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The continued assault by the Syrian regime and their Russian backers have forced 80 percent of the residents of Hazarin village to flee reports Smart News.
A mother and her six children have died following an explosion at a refugee camp on the Turkish border reports Zaman Al Wasl.
As the number and ferocity of attacks in northern Syria increases, the amount of aid offered to people living in those areas has fallen writes Alsouria Net.
Regime forces retake Kafr Nabudah, accusations of chemical weapon preparations, refugees deported from Beirut airport and journalists targeted in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Free Syrian Army along with other military factions have launched attacks against the regime’s forces, causing a number of casualties and destroying heavy weapons reports Alsouria Net.
The Syrian American Medical Association has said that a large number of Syrian refugees are suffering from mental problems brought on by the crisis in their country writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Eight vehicles carrying Turkish soldiers and officers travelled to south of Aleppo city, as the Free Syrian Army prepares to hit the regime reports Smart News.
Offices that deal with displaced people and their right to return have been closed by authorities, which has sparked protests in Afrin reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Israeli missiles shot down, Iraqi Airways flights postponed, fears of a humanitarian crisis in Idleb and China to reconstruct schools in Syria. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The presence of Euphrates Shield fighters marks the first time that they have fought the regime since 2016 reports Alsouria Net.
President Assad has opened the door to a meeting with Turkish President Erdogan, following a meeting between Syria and the head of Turkish intelligence writes Al-Hal.
The Turkish regime was granted a short cease-fire to allow its forces to move observation points out of the path of the Syrian army writes Al-Watan.
As regime and Russia attacks on Idleb intensify, hundreds of thousands of families have been forced to seek safety near the Turkish border reports Alsouria Net.
Ammar al-Sheikh Haidar is protesting the handle of his and his daughter’s immigration application by the Canadian authorities reports Anadolu News Agency.
The 12th round of Astana talks failed to create the required agreements, which Syria and Russia blame of Turkey’s unwillingness to uphold its commitments writes Al-Watan.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that the ongoing operation and the increase in tensions could jeopardize the formation of a Constitutional Committee writes Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian regime, backed by Russia, is continuing its attacks on opposition positions in the Hama countryside, forcing them to change their tactics writes Al-Modon.
The Syrian National Coalition has warned that if the assault on Idleb continues, it could lead to a humanitarian tragedy and a fresh wave of refugees towards Europe.
Despite the protest being officially licensed, Turkish security forces have moved the protesting Syrians to an area far from the Russian consulate reports Hurriya Press.
The Syrian Democratic Council has said that it is willing to militarily confront Damascus and has stood by their recent meeting of Syrian tribes reports Al-Watan.
The US Special Representative for Syria, James Jeffrey, has said that Iran’s presence in Syria threaten neighboring countries like Israel and creating an unstable atmosphere writes Asharq al-Awsat.
General Suhail al-Hassan, commander of the Tiger Forces and once a rising star, has been forced to curtail the activities of his smuggling network writes Al-Modon.
As the regime continues its assault on Idleb, questions are being asked about what happens next and how Turkey and the US will come into play writes the Omran Center for Strategic Studies.
Regime forces took control of the strategic town and the neighboring villages, with support from Russian forces in Sahel al-Ghab reports Etihad Press.
As the land and air assault on the province of Idleb continues, discussions in the background are still trying to secure political advantages writes Alsouria Net.
A survey conducted in Syria and Turkey has shown how the ongoing conflict is spreading social division and pushing families and friends apart reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Five female minors were arrested on charges of crossing into Turkey illegally, and two other men, also travelling with them, were also arrested reports Etihad Press.
In protest of Canada’s actions regarding his desire to settle, Ammar al-Sheikh Haidar has gone on hunger strike in front of the Canadian consulate in Istanbul reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Dr. Bashar al-Jaafari has accused the US of violating agreements surrounding the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons reports SANA.
The failure of the recent Astana talks have increased tensions between Russia and Turkey and created more confusion about what could happen in Idleb writes Ana Press.
Attacks against the Hemeimeem Base, a failed conference in Ayn Issa, a Turkish attack on Kurdish positions and Turkish casualties following regime shelling. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Muslim Brotherhood is warning the U.S. administration against labelling it a terrorist organisation, Ana Press says
Frustration with Russia and Iran is growing in Syria, with many unhappy about the way that the country is viewed writes Al-Watan.
Despite some reports of progress, talks about the nature of a “security zone” in northeastern Syria are still ongoing reports Al-Quds Al-Araby.
The Assad regime has fired rockets equipped with cluster bombs at a popular market in the city of Saraqeb, killing and wounding civilians reports Hurriya Press.
Two delegations from Russia and one Iran have visited Syria to discuss a number of different issues ahead of the next round of Astana talks writes Alsouria Net.
The “demilitarized” zone, which was established by Russia and Turkey, was supposed to protect civilian from regime attack reports Alsouria Net.
Despite having to flee her home country and facing continued hardship, Shaza al-Manla has thrived as a musician and continues to excite audiences writes Zaman Al Wasl.
The Syrian opposition has said that meetings between Russia and Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham point to a lack of willingness to attack Idleb writes Al-Quds Al-Araby.
Kurdish groups have condemned the arrest of prominent Kurdish figures, as well as the kidnapping, armed robbery, seizure of property and forceful expulsion of residents in Afrin reports Etihad Press.
Desperate Syrians are still trying to make the dangerous crossing from Turkey to Greece, with many drowning before they reach their destination reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Women and children were wounded when Russian rockets, fired from warships in the Mediterranean, hit targets in Idleb province reports Hurriya Press.
Foreign Minister Walid al–Muallem has reiterated that nothing will change Syria’s position regarding the occupied Golan and that they are ready to respond in any way writes SANA.
The arrested mother and children lived in the eastern Qalamoun region, which was retaken by the regime, following a Russian-brokered surrender agreement reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his ruling Justice and Development Party lost control of both Istanbul and the capital Ankara in recent local elections, stoking fears in Idleb writes Al-Watan.
Ahmed Taameh has criticised the regime for their continuous breaches of the Sochi agreement, while welcoming the Russian-Turkish patrols in the area reports Ana Press.
The Syrian National Initiative are disappointed with the representation and vision of the Syrian National Coalition and the High Negotiation Commission.
The tortured civilian was accused of collaborating with the Islamic State, whose defeat was announced at the end of last week writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Assad forces targeted a school in the village of al-Sheikh Idriss, east of Idleb, killing two and wounding five others reports Hurriya Press.
On the eighth anniversary of the start of the Syrian revolution, opposition politician Michel Kilo says that a failure to unite, led to the failure of the revolution writes Ana Press.
The Syrian National Coalition have emphasised the unity of the Syrian territory and the international laws that govern the Syrian Golan.
Trump angers residents in the Golan, SDF announces victory over ISIS, a tripartite meeting in Damascus and a high civilian cost reported. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
While the return of Syria to the Arab League has not been tabled for the summit next month, the ongoing situation in the country will be discussed writes Hurriya Press.
Bashar al-Assad has reiterated that the regime will retake all areas, including Idleb and areas currently controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Regime bombardments have struck areas that were designated as demilitarized zones in the Idleb agreement reports Smart News Agency.
Ever since they attacked the city of Afrin and the surrounding area, the Turkish regime and their mercenaries have tormented and looted from the local population writes SANA.
The Turkish patrol was welcomed in the Sahel al-Ghab area by residents, who have been subjected to regime bombardments reports Al-Modon.
As the deescalation agreement that governs Idleb continues to crumble, active parties are exploring a potential assault on the region and the implications that it could have writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Tens of thousands of children in Syria have lost their limbs in attacks, which has been blamed on the indiscriminate bombing by the regime writes Alsouria Net.
The head of the National Security Bureau, Major General Ali Mamlouk, was secretly transported to Turkey by the Russians on a boat to meet with members of the Turkish intelligence writes Al-Modon.
While Assad has achieved success on the ground, he now faces new battles on the diplomatic stage, which look set to be an insurmountably task writes Anadolu News Agency.
The agreement signed in September between Russia and Turkey was supposed to limit the violence in northern Syria, but there has been little respite.
Idleb is supposed to governed by a ceasefire deal that was brokered by Russia and Turkey in September of last year reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
As well as preventing the departure of refugees from the al-Rukban Camp, the US continues to attack civilians and infrastructure writes SANA.
Original plans for an assault were postponed following talks between Russia and Turkey, but smaller skirmishes have continued since then writes Hashtag Syria.
The border was closed with the outbreak of the war and hugely increased the amount of time it took to transport goods from Turkey to Syria writes Anadolu Agency.
Idleb was designated as a “de-escalation zone”, but attacks against civilians have continued reports Anadolu Agency.
The UAE was the first Arab state to reopen its embassy in Damascus, but other Arab and Western states have been more reluctant without a political solution writes Hurriya Press.
Idleb is supposed to be governed by an agreement that stops violence between opposition groups and the government, but attacks have continued writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Russia embarrasses President Assad, the United Arab Emirates send financial support to Syria, the US suspends citizenship of ISIS women and Russia accuses the US of blocking aid. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Syrian Kurdish political leader Ilham Ahmed has urged the UN and Western states to provide an international observer force and air support for Kurdish forces fearing a Turkish assault writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The relocation of international organisations is a signal that the planned “safe zone” will not be as secure as is believed reports Al-Modon.
The President’s Political and Media Adviser praised Russia and China for their support at the UN and insisted that the issue of the constitution was a purely sovereign matter writes SANA.
On Monday, President Bashar al-Assad gave a speech to the heads of local councils in which he covered a wide range of issues that are affecting Syria writes SANA.
Displaced people in northern Syria are continuing to try and cross over into Turkey, despite the physical risks and the high financial costs reports Zaman Al Wasl.
With the announcement that the US is to withdraw from Syria, Iran has been adapting its plans to fit a new landscape and ensure that it comes out on top writes Al-Watan.
The suspected Islamic State members were arrested following dawn raids in northwestern Bursa province reports Asharq al-Awsat.
The fourth trilateral summit between Turkey, Russia and Iran will explore the ongoing violence in Idleb and the formation of the constitutional committee reports Anadolu Agency.
For many years now, Gebran Bassil has demonized Syrian refugees living in Lebanon and has repeatedly called for them to return home writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Many of the children who have been born in the last days of the “caliphate” are without an official nationality and without a father writes Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian Authority for Internal Security Forces will maintain security and hopes to be included in discussions on the law and political negotiations writes Anadolu Agency.
The two diplomats meet in Tehran to discuss the constitutional committee and the upcoming summit that will be held in Russia writes Al-Watan.
The upcoming tripartite meeting, which will be held in Sochi, will discuss the constitution committee, but there are concerns that progress cannot be achieved writes Al-Modon.
Turkey has announced that the constitutional committee will feature players from the regime, the opposition and civil society and will bring together the Geneva, Astana and Sochi processes reports Horriya Press.
The Sochi agreement was supposed to end the violence in Idleb, but infractions of the ceasefire have been frequent writes Horriya Press.
In recent weeks, Manjib has been rocked by a number of explosions, which have killed both Kurdish and American units reports Zaman Al Wasl.
When Syrians took to the streets, demanding the end of the Assad regime, the United States had the opportunity to implement meaningful actions that would create real change, but this has been missed writes The Syrian Observer.
President Erdogan has said that the proposed safe zone is for the benefit of the refugees living in Turkey reports Sada al-Sham.
The Adana Agreement, Kurds talk with the regime, Israeli airstrikes and a northern security zone. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Hassan Nasrallah said that the Syrian army and its allies were more than capable of winning a battle in northern Syria reports SANA.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan has cited an agreement signed in 1998 between Turkey and Syria as a backbone for operations against the Kurds in Syria reports Alsouria Net.
Turkey is determined to establish a safe zone in northern Syria, but it has not ruled out cooperation with other countries reports Al-Modon.
For the second time in a week, and despite claims of their destruction by the US President, ISIS has attacked American forces in Syria reports Alsouria Net.
There are concerns that the establishment of a Turkish safe zone would lead to an assault on the Kurds reports the Syrian National Coalition.
The bakery in Jisr al-Shaghour served 50,000 people a day and was a vital lifeline for the area’s residents reports Hurriya Press.
A Kurdish road map, a car bombing in Idleb, civilians killed by International Coalition and the return of refugees from Lebanon. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
It is hoped that tripartite meetings between the concerned parties will be able to achieve an understanding for the proposed Turkish buffer zone in northern Syria reports Al-Sharq Al-Awsat.
Details about how the proposed safe zone would be established and run have not been proffered by either Turkey or the United States writes Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey has threatened to attack Kurdish groups in northern Syria reports SANA.
The Syrian Democratic Council has rejected the idea of a safe zone in northern Syria, claiming that a Turkish incursion would be an occupation writes Etihad Press.
Recent clashes have seen Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham secure new areas, which is threatening the ceasefire agreement reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Following the announced withdrawal of US forces from Syria, Presidents Trump and Erdogan spoke to discuss the establishment of a safe zone and the protection of the Kurdish people reports Anadolu Agency.
US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, is visiting the Middle East to try an secure support for America’s policies and its post Syria strategy writes Al-Watan.
As the conflict in Syria looks to be heading into the final act, regional powers are seeking to understand what the Syria of the future holds for them and how they can use Assad writes Al-Modon.
For the first time, the Syrian government has confirmed that it is in talks with Kurdish factions to discuss the potential Turkish attack writes Al-Watan.
Following the announced withdrawal of US forces from Syria, other parties are scrambling to come up a strategy writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management said that of the four million Syrian refugees living in Turkey, 1.5 million of them are children reports Anadolu Agency.
Donald Trump’s haphazard foreign policy decisions show a lack of knowledge of regional dynamics and bring no benefit to the United States, writes Emile Nakhleh.
As the US prepares to leave Syria, Iran denies that they have been any help in the fight against the Islamic State writes Anadolu Agency.
Chemical weapon warnings, mounting US-coalition casualties, Kurdish-regime deals and gains by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Saudi and Emirati forces have reportedly arrived in the area around Manbij, although they have not yet been deployed writes Hurriya Press.
Efforts are being made to create an opposition political body inside Syria, but conflicting interests and not helping the process reports Al-Modon.
The protesters decried the Turkish threats to launch an attack in Syrian territory, and called for an end to the presence of any illegitimate foreign presence reports SANA.
The list released by the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Commission in Syria affects individuals and organisations from 30 different countries reports Al-Akhbar.
As well as the thousands of people, over 100,000 trucks containing aid and commercial materials have also crossed from Turkey to Syria reports Anadolu Agency.
The mountain top is an important strategical point for the region, although some are disputing claims that Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham is in control writes Enab Baladi Online.
Conflicting reports, claims and counter claims have created a state of uncertainty in Manbij, as the fate of the city hangs in the balance.
While the French have stated that they will remain in Syria for the time being, they have been unable to give the SDC
any of the guarantees they had been hoping for writes Basnews.
Following the statements by the US, France has made it clear that they will remain in Syria to provide support in the fight against ISIS reports Hurriya Press.
While insisting that there will be no negotiations with the government, the SDC points out that as of yet, no US troops have left Syria reports Damas Post.
During the meeting, the SDF and the regime discussed the former handing over control of the oilfields to the regime in exchange for protection reports Smart News.
The SDC said that it was ready to hand over the border with Turkey and become incorporated in the Syrian army reports Damas Post.
The formation of the Consitutional Committee has long been a sticking point between the US and Russia writes Asharq al-Awsat.
The Turkish assault east of the Euphrates is expected to start imminently and will be led by the commander of the Turkish Second Army, Ismail Metin Temel writes Alsouria Net.
The Syrian National Coalition highlighted the important work of the FSA and the need for strong relations with Turkey.
In a wide ranging dialogue with students from Damascus University, Muallem discussed Idleb, the Syrian kurds, the consitutional committee and the occupied Golan writes SANA.
Economic woe continue in Syria, as the price of the Syrian pound against the dollar and the euro continues to fall, but good news if you own gold writes Alsouria Net.
Turkish plans to attack east of the Euphrates draws support and warnings, Russian and Syrian business grows closers and Syrians return to Hajin. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The US has reportedly warned the Syrian Coalition not to get involved with any Turkish operation that could lead to a confrontation between the two sides writes Ana Press.
Operations are expected to start in the town of Tel Abyad and would move to include 150 towns and villages across northern Syria writes Alsouria Net.
Syrian refugees in Turkey have created thousands of companies that has boosted the Turkish economy writes Etihad Press.
The US plan to train 40,000 locals in northeastern Syria, has caused concern and anger within Turkey reports Anadolu Agency.
The latest report by the Syrian Observatory of Human Right offers a grim picture of Syria.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry has described the excavation works as a new war crime reports SANA.
Maya Merai and her family were forced to flee after a regime bombardment destroyed their home reports Alsouria Net.
As part of the Sochi agreement between Russia and Turkey, the Aleppo-Lattakia highway was supposed to be reopened reports Damas Post.
As part of the Manbij roadmap that was agreed between the US and Turkey, the PYD and YPG are obliged to leave Manbij writes Asharq al-Awsat.
It has been reported that British and French experts have been aiding terrorists to convert the drones for use in chemical attacks writes SANA.
The Russian Foreign Minister has said that the US is refusing to restore infrastructure some territories reports Asharq al-Awsat.
The young Syrian was walking home from work when he was attacked by two Turkish nationals, who stole his money and phone reports Alsouria Net.
At the 11th round of Astana talks,Dr. Bashar al-Jaafari said that Turkey was the prime suspect in the recent chemical attack in Aleppo reports SANA.
Following the agreement between Russia and Turkey, many rebel fighters are choosing to lay down their arms and return to work in the hope of some stability writes Al-Hal.
According to a report, that was released by the Turkish Parliament, one-sixth of all refugees in Turkey are living in Istanbul writes Anadolu Agency.
It is expected that the ceasefire in Idleb, the constitutional committee and the release of prisoners will be at the top of the agenda reports Anadolu Agency.
Forces from the Gulf are active on the ground in Deir ez-Zor, fighting against the Islamic State and deterring any actions by the Turks writes Basnews.
The mother of young girl filed a petition for custody of her daughter after her father died reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Attacks in Idleb, returning Syrians from Jordan, airstrikes in Deir ez-Zor and Turkish complaints over US observation posts. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The US has said that the observation posts are designed to protect the SDF from Turkish attacks, while they engage against Islamic State forces reports Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey is currently playing host to 1.1 million children of school age, but only 641,000 are receiving education writes Alsouria Net.
The curfew is part of a security campaign that aims to root out corrupt rebels from the National Army reports Zaman Al Wasl.
It is hoped, that by giving control of the border to the regime, any possible Turkish attack will be stopped writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Kurdish meetings to discuss Turkish military movements, civilians killed in Hajin, rising tensions in Idleb and weapon caches found in Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
As winter approaches, there are increased calls for aid and provisions to be sent to Syrian living in the camps of northern Syria writes
The recapturing of Idleb remains a top priority for the government, but local and regional issues are complicated the matter writes Al-Ayam.
Activist Bilal Suriol was accused of taking photos without a licence and arrested by the Al-Sultan Murad group writes Al-Hal.
After much confusion, the United States have announced a clear strategy on Syria and what they hope to achieve writes Al-Hurra channel.
The road linking Idlib to Hama has been reopened, which will facilitate the objective of reopening the Aleppo-Damascus motorway, Baladi News says
The road linking Idlib to Hama has been reopened, which will facilitate the objective of reopening the Aleppo-Damascus motorway, Baladi News says
The correspondent of the Syrian news agency has been sentenced for insulting the Turkish state and its president, SANA reports
The correspondent of the Syrian news agency has been sentenced for insulting the Turkish state and its president, SANA reports
A pro-regime media is accusing Jaish Al-Islam of thuggish behavior in the Afrin area including arresting people and stealing their properties
A pro-regime media is accusing Jaish Al-Islam of thuggish behavior in the Afrin area including arresting people and stealing their properties
Turkish police is clamping down on Syrian refugees who already face restrictions on travel and residency, Al Souria Net says
Clashes between Hayyat Tahrir al-Sham and Assad’s forces have broken out, in what was supposed to be recognised as a “demilitarization” zone reports Hurriya Press.
The Syrian Democratic Forces have been attacked on two side by the Islamic State and the Turkish army, forcing them to halt operations reports Alsouria Net.
The US Special Representative on Syria, cited the Russian-Turkish agreement on Idleb and the push to form a constitutional committee as important steps forward reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Turkish forces have been bombarding YPG positions in what is expected to be part of a wider military campaign against the Kurds writes Ana Press.
Refugee camps in the costal province of Lattakia have just days to find alternatives for water or risk having no water at all reports Zaman Al Wasl.
The conflict in Syria is a tangled mess of conflicting groups and ideas and the search for a political solution is likely to be long and hard writes Asharq al-Awsat.
A summit in Istanbul, Syrian determination to retake Idleb, opposition refusal to change clocks and casualties in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey, which hosts the largest number of refugees, has seen a recent increase in numbers reports Ana Press.
Jumpei Yasuda was reportedly released to a group in Turkey, although it remains unclear who kidnapped the journalist writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The delegation spent two days carrying out meetings to try and form a civil administration in opposition areas reports Enab Baladi.
During his meeting with the National Coalition, James Jeffery reiterated US support for a political solution in Syria reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
When Idleb returns to the embrace of the Syrian government, the military will look east to the Euphrates writes Al-Thawra.
The former military pilot in the Syrian air force was arrested in the town of Reyhanli reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Christians living under Kurdish rule in northern Syria have been subjected to harsh conditions as people have been arrested and schools closed writes Al-Hal.
As part of the Sochi deal, the Syrian opposition have removed heavy weapons from the frontlines, in a move that aims to bring security to the people of the region writes Anadolu Agency.
As the date for the final lists for the constitutional committee approaches, accusations of regime bias are circulating writes Hurriya Press.
The Syrian National Coalition is pleased with the progress of the Idleb agreement and hopes it leads to the revitalization of the political process.
Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister said that taking heavy weapons from the opposition groups and terrorists will be difficult reports SANA.
The Yazidi community in Afrin have been targeted by Turkish backed groups, who are trying to create demographic change in northern Syria writes Ana Insan.
This meeting marks the first time since the start of the war in Syria when the two sides have sat down with each other reports Damas Post.
Russia’s intervention in Syria has come out on top, after the backers of the revolution have fallen by the wayside writes Ana Press.
Meetings at the United Nations, criticism of the US presence, the Nasib Border Crossing and
an attack in Gaziantep. Catch up on everything that happened in Syria over the weekend.
As part of the agreement, rebel groups are moving heavy weapons 15 to 20 kilometers from the demilitarized zone, although some points of the agreement have been contentious for both sides writes Etihad Press.
The two sides discussed the ongoing situation in Syria, the Idleb agreement and ways to ensure a full political transition writes The Syrian National Coalition.
With the refusal of the terrorist groups in Idleb to hand over their weapons and withdraw, a military assault on the area looks inevitable writes Al-Watan.
For families crossing from Iraq and into Syria, in the hopes of reaching Turkey, the journey is difficult and extremely risky writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN has accused western countries of refusing to contribute economic and humanitarian aid reports Asharq al-Awsat.
Heras al-Deen are the first group to publicly reject the Idleb agreement, while Hayyat Tahrir al-Sham have not made an official statement reports Alsouria Net.
Many residents are pleased that the regime assault on Idleb has been postponed, but remain wary of Russian promises reports Alsouria Net.
Following the agreement between Russia and Turkey, residents of Idleb province took to the streets to thank the Turkish President for all his efforts reports Enab Baladi.
As part of the agreement, Russia and Turkey will conduct joint patrols in the demilitarised zone reports Anadolu news agency.
As the war in Syria draws to a close, international players are looking to secure influence in the country’s future writes Al-Watan.
As the Syrian regime increases attacks on villages in Idleb province, civilians are fleeing to the safety of Turkish observation points reports Alsouria Net
Yusuf Nazik has reportedly confessed to acting on the orders of Syrian intelligence units writes Anadolu Agency.
Russia and Iran have complained that they were not consulted while the list was being formed reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Large numbers are fleeing the Hama countryside and seeking protection near Turkish observation points
Medical facilities and civilians in Idlib continue to be targeted by Russian jet fighters, Asharq al-Awsat reports
The meeting between the Presidents of Turkey, Russia and Iran dominated the news over the weekend
Bashar Al-Jaafari’s calls on the US, Britain and France “to use their influence over terrorist organizations” to prevent them from using any chemical weapons
The recent fall in the Turkish lira has crippled the country and the Syrians living there reports Souriatna.
When the dust settles on the war in Syria, relations will have to be developed and compromises made writes Al-Watan.
As well as holding meetings with the President, Zarif also meet with the Prime Minister and Foreign and Expatriate Minister Walid al-Muallem writes SANA.
Syrian condemnation of Ukraine assassination, defiance from Faisal Mikdad, fears of a chemical attack and Turkish terrorism classification. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Russia Deputy Foreign Minister, Mikhail Bogdanov has been stressing the need for dialogue between the government and the opposition reports Hurriya Press.
The children are said to have disappeared under mysterious circumstances and residents fear that they will be used to stage a chemical attack writes Al-Watan.
Syrians trying to flee the upcoming offensive in northern Syria have been subjected to terrible conditions while trying to cross into Turkey reports Zaman Al Wasl
Syrian doctor, Mahmoud al-Sayeh, became widely known after 22 members of his family were killed in a single airstrike writes Alsouria Net
The ‘Orange Project’ is seeking to re-engage young people and get them back in to educational projects to help with their access to the labor markets reports Enab Baladi
The Syrian army has already begun to move forces and heavy machinery to northwestern Syria writes Damascus Now
Riad Darar, the co-president of the Syrian Democratic Council, has not ruled about the possibility of Russian or America acting as guarantors in future negotiations with the government reports Basenews
While the US has long been critical of the growing influence of Iran in Syria, they have not developed a clear strategy for the country writes Asharq al-Awsat
It was claimed that at least 10 Syrian refugees were involved in the brawl, that took place in an area that plays host to a large number of refugees writes Zaman Al Wasl
Idleb is covered by a de-escalation zone agreement between Turkey, Russia and Iran, but the regime has vowed to retake the province writes Sada al-Sham
Ahmed fled from Syria to Turkey when he was just 16, but his dream of graduating from university never left him writes Asharq al-Awsat
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that a full scale assault would result in a complete massacre, which should be avoided reports Alsouria Net
Firas Tlass, the son of the former Syrian Defense Minister, has called on rebel groups to lay down their arms and allow regime, Russian and Turkish military police to enter Idleb reports Etihad Press
Both the Golan Heights and the Sanjak of Alexandretta have historically been Syrian lands writes Tishreen
Government forces are moving north to retake Idleb in accordance with the Astana agreement writes Al-Thawra
Kidnappings have become widespread in Syria, with groups demanding large ransoms writes Zaman Al Wasl
Regime attacks in Latakia, the suspension of medical work, foreign currency deposits and rocket attacks on civilians. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The recent decision by the Kurdish Syrian Democratic Council to enter into negotiations with the regime has major implications for the future of Syria and the position of Turkey writes Sada al-Sham
A UN-led group of health agencies has warned that an anticipated Syrian regime offensive against opposition rebels in Idleb province could displace more than 700,000 civilians writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed
The closure of a field hospital, Syrian-Russian business opportunities, rebel attacks and accusations against the Turkish. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Turkey is currently hosting over three million Syrian refugees writes Alsouria Net
Moscow contradicted Assad’s pledges to retake the northern Syrian rebel stronghold by force, saying there “can be no question of an operation, of a major assault on Idlib” writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed
The fate of Idleb is of great concern to Turkey, and a careful balancing act is required to keep it from falling into chaos writes Syria TV
The return of refugees, the releasing of abductees and the de-escalation agreement for Idelb were also discussed in Sochi writes SANA
The situation in Idleb province and the continuation of the “de-escalation” zones agreement was also discussed reports Smart
As the regime wraps up operations in the south, questions about the fate of the north are being asked writes Hurriya Press
As operations in Daraa near their end, Idleb ponders its future writes Souriatna
It is hoped that the opening of the sports club will keep children away from the atmosphere of war writes Etihad Press
The civilians, which included children, had fled from Daraa in search of safety in Quneitra province reports Alsouria Net
The region was secured by the Turkish army as part of Operation Euphrates Shield and Operation Olive Branch writes Anadolu Agency
No group has claimed responsibility for the blast the killed three, including a child writes Zaman Al Wasl
All eyes are on Helsinki and the upcoming summit between Trump and Putin writes Asharq al-Awsat
Salih Muslim has accused the newspaper Al-Watan of spreading lies about meetings between the Kurdish leaders and the government writes Al-Watan
Clashes with ISIS, returning refugees, ceasefire deals and phosphorus attacks. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Since the revolution started, 386 people have been killed at the border reports Etihad Press
While some are holding out for the right conditions for their return, others fear government reprisals if they do writes Souriatna
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN accused the US of not waiting for the results of investigations before launching attacks on Syria writes SANA
As the assault on Daraa by regime forces steps up, the Americans continue to sit back, leaving the opposition to their fate writes Geroun
With the Manbij agreement and the possible withdrawal of the Americans, the Kurds start to look at a possible alliance with the Syrian government writes Al-Watan
A plethora of foreign powers have staked an interest in the Syrian conflict and the shape of their influence in the country’s future is starting to become clearer writes Asharq al-Awsat
President Assad has vowed to retake the north and rejects the presence of US and Turkish troops in Manbij writes SANA
It is looking hopeful that progress will be made in Geneva, but the obstacles in the way are many and varied writes Al-Watan
The deal between Turkey and the US has pushed the PYD to re-evaluate its relationship and has even opened up to talks with the regime writes Sada al-Sham
The US and Turkish presence in the area was part of a “road-map” deal that was struck between the two countries reports SANA
Some of the missing items have resurfaced abroad reports Asharq al-Awsat
The roadmap for Manbij includes the removal of all Kurdish People’s Protection Units from the city writes Alsouria
Idleb is home to millions of displaced people, from all over Syria, who are working to create a new home writes Souriatna
Syrian Kurds are facing uncertainty with the possible withdrawal of US forces and the new “roadmap” deal for the city of Manbij writes Wael Sawah
The Syrian Democratic Front believe that a political solution is only possible without foreign intervention writes Smart
The use of the Turkish lira in northern Syria is being encouraged by Ankara although its fall is leading to a loss in purchasing power for the population writes Enab Baladi.
While there has been numerous statements and agreements made, the picture of what is to come in southern Syria is still unclear writes Sada al-Sham
While there have been numerous statements and agreements made, the picture of what is to come in southern Syria is still unclear writes Sada al-Sham
The Yazidi Federation made a desperate plea to the international community for help writes Hawar News Agency
Between 2016 and 2017 the number of Syrians living in Turkey rose by almost 600,000 reports Enab Baladi
Thousands of Syrians are returning from Turkey for Eid, but the majority won’t be staying due to the instability of the region writes Al-Hal
Following an agreement between the US and Turkey, the YPG has announced its withdrawal writes Etihad
11 rebel groups in Syria recently merged to form the largest military force opposing Assad writes Zaman Al Wasl
The move was part of an agreement between Turkey, Iran and Russia reports Zaman Al Wasl
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has claimed that Russia and the US nearly went to war over Syria, during a televised interview aired on Thursday writes SANA
Kurdish rights activists have accused Turkey of ethnic repopulation writes Zaman Al Wasl
Preparations are underway to return Daraa and Quneitra to the control of the Syrian state writes Damascus Now
The reopening of major roads in Syria will not only be good for relations with other countries, but will also come with major economic benefits reports Enab Baladi
All the money made from selling the handicrafts goes to the refugee women who make them, providing a much needed source of income writes Alsouria
A huge number of Syrian have fled to Turkey, many of which have either resumed their businesses or started new ones writes Sham Times
The task of clearing Syria of landmines has begun, despite a lack of equipment and expertise writes Zaman Al Wasl
Turkey is present in 12 locations in Idleb, in accordance with the Astana agreement writes Zaman Al Wasl
Bilateral and trilateral talk have taken place in the Kazakh capital between Syria, Iran and Russia SANA reports
In a report issued by the General Monitoring Authority in Turkey over 200,000 children have been born and over a million refugees have undergone surgery writes Alsouria
Young Syrians who have obtained Turkish citizenship are being told to report for military service Enab Baladi reports
A commander of the Burkan Horan Brigades escaped an assassination attempt reports Zaman Al Wasl
Many children in the Homs countryside have dropped out of school due to conditions in the area writes Souriatna
Displaced Syrians are bearing terrible conditions as the wait in limbo, SMART reports
Assad dismisses Trump’s label of him as an ‘animal’ in extensive interview
Lacking weapons, the group’s future is unclear, Souriatna writes
A woman died waiting to enter the town, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Ayn al-Madina explores the desperate situation of some displaced Syrians
Acting head of the Coalition Abdulrahman Mustafa highlights Assad regime and Russia’s violations
Iranian official renews support for his country’s Syrian ally, SANA reports
The most populous besieged area in Syria has been under fierce bombardment, Zaman al-Wasl reports
SDF efforts to keep control of the northern city are in doubt, Ayn al-Madina reports
An uptick in violence has seen the death of many insurgents over the weekend
Three officers in a pro-regime Palestinian paramilitary group killed by militants, Zaman al-Wasl reports
The Russians have given the rebels two days to lay down their arms, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Many members of the Kurdish body’s leadership have been detained on trumped-up charges by its rival
Both the United States and Russia appear to be scrambling to save the de-escalation agreement in the south, Zaman al-Wasl reports
The Western strikes on Syria have shown Russia, Iran and the regime there is no true victory ahead of them, Ammar Dioub writes
Alsouria Net takes a look at the knock-on effect that the current tensions are having on Syria’s currency
Humanitarian conditions are deteriorating rapidly as the displaced are caught in limbo, Al-Hal reports
Presidents of Russia, Iran and Turkey issue a statement outlining their joint vision for Syria after a tripartite meeting, SANA reports
Eleven families have escaped Afrin for the northern province during the past two days, SANA reports
The Turkish forces were preparing to set up observation points, Al-Etihad Press reports
Top aid officials in Syria outline the efforts being made to bring aid to those caught up in the Ghouta and Afrin offensives, SANA reports
Assad’s aide spoke at an event marking Land Day and linked the Syrian crisis to Zionism, SANA reports
The new party has been met with much scepticism, with accusations of a cosmetic change implemented by Washington, Geroun reports
Pro-government Al-Watan looks ahead at the political process with the Eastern Ghouta operation coming to a close
Aleppines take to the streets calling on Turkey to withdraw from northern Syria, SANA reports
Syria’s Foreign Ministry asks why Turkish forces remain in Syria after the completion of their offensive in Afrin
The militia is a way for the regime to begin clawing back control in the parts of Raqqa under SDF control, sources tell Arabi 21
Syria’s antiquities chief calls on international bodies to help protect the country’s heritage from the Turkish offensive, SANA reports
Opposition website Souriatna takes a look at the fate of Syrians over the seven years of war
Residents of the Afrin area meeting in Gaziantep have started looking forward to post-conflict life for the town and its surrounding area, according to Alsouria Net
Damascus says Turkish control of the northern city is illegal and only serves to prolong the war, SANA reports
Thousands have fled the city as Ankara’s troops and FSA fighters claim control, SANA reports
Significant developments have been seen on the Eastern Ghouta and Afrin fronts over the weekend
Large, unofficial duties are being imposed by pro-government forces at the Tel al-Tawqan crossing, according to Samarit
Writing in Al-Watan, Anas Wahib al-Kurdi details the options Turkey now faces to realize its vision in northern Syria
EU official Avramopoulos says Europe and Turkey must work together for refugees and their own benefit, Alsouria Net reports
Both sides benefiting from turning a blind eye and imposing customs fees on goods crossing between areas of their control, Sada al-Sham reports
The Turkish assault on Afrin has cut off a key supply route, sending prices rocketing, Zaman al-Wasl reports
SANA reports on talks over boosting Syrian-Iranian ties, after a period of tension between the two countries over reconstruction deals
Localized agreements with Assad’s security forces are allowing fighters and civilians to leave besieged areas around the capital, Ayn al-Madina reports
Group says Turkey is resorting to ‘dirty methods’ in its pursuit of the Syrian-Kurdish leader, opposition website reports
Ankara is said to be filing an extradition request following the arrest of former PYD leader Salih Muslim
Syrian government accuses Turkey of escalations in Afrin despite UNSC-backed cease-fire, residents of Deir-ez-Zor targeted in Assad regime’s forced recruitment campaign
Rally held by city’s residents avows support for pro-government militias against Ankara’s campaign, SANA reports
Some refugees in Germany’s capital are unable to rely on the state to guarantee their residence in Europe, Al-Sharq al-Awsat writes
Pro-regime militias and media personnel fired on by Turkish artillery, official media reports
Official media announces mobilization of pro-regime paramilitaries in support of Kurdish-led YPG fighters
Top official slams foreign military campaigns on Syrian soil during opening of Middle East forum in Moscow, SANA reports
Kurdish group says European-born men died fighting in Afrin and Deir-ez-Zor, Alsouria Net reports
Rumors spread around death of top regime figure, U.S. calls for nations to hold Assad to account, and car crash kills top intelligence chief
Comments follows sharp rebuke by U.N. high commissioner citing Syria’s ‘atrocious standards’ in human rights
Research center tracks Syria’s military and political developments over the first month of 2018
Kurdish-led forces reject Turkish claims that its fighters are deliberately seeking shelter in residential districts, Al-Hal al-Souri reports
Kurdish commander stops shy of requesting Syrian army support as Operation Olive Branch drags into its fourth week, Alsouria Net reports
Two troops killed in the incident as the Turkish-led military campaign enters its fourth week
Two-page document follows reports of ‘flexibility’ from U.N. officials in dealing with controversial Syrian figures, Saudi-owned newspaper reports
Military and political actors are plotting their next steps amid signs of possible changes in dynamics on the ground, Sada al-Sham writes
U.S.-led coalition asks allies to hold their fire in the area near the Conoco gas field, Al-Etihad reports
Iran calls on Turkey to respect ‘Syrian sovereignty’ in Afrin, while Moscow claims downed Russian pilot ‘committed suicide,’ Al-Hal reports
Mass demonstration condemns Ankara’s assault in northern Syrian, SANA reports
Local sources claim Russian attacks have increased following the downing of one of its jets, Alsouria Net reports
Official media condemns Operation Olive Branch as the Turkish-led campaign enters its third week
The official Syrian media’s distortion of the conference’s closing statement is evidence of its discontent, Ibrahim Hamidi writes
Negotiator Nasr al-Hariri says Syria requires a entirely new constitution and not just reforms, Alsouria Net reports
‘Syrian Resistance’ militia leader is said to have used forged documents to travel to Sochi, according to Russia
Syria says any foreign forces on its soil will be dealt with as ‘occupiers,’ SANA reports
Assad’s top advisor condemns Ankara and Washington during event marking Al-Quds Cultural Day in the Syrian capital
Social media users on all sides take aim at disappointments of the National Dialogue Congress hosted by Russia
Moscow and Washington’s shared interests with Ankara run deeper than those with their Kurdish allies, Souriatna writes
Syria’s Kurds are considering how best to emerge from Ankara’s campaign amid possible expansion of Turkish military aims, Enab Baladi writes
Sources point to possible collapse of Afrin Dam due to shelling in the area, SANA reports
Administration reveals civilians comprise the largest number admitted to the hospital since the start of Turkish attack, Al-Etihad reports
Ankara’s intervention is testing sectarian and nationalist ties among affiliates of the ‘Syrian Resistance’ militia, Ethar Abdulhaq writes
Syria’s official media condemns the Turkish-led operation north of Aleppo with claims civilians are being targeted
Moscow and Washington had more to lose than gain from backing their Kurdish allies in Afrin, Murad al-Quwatli explains
Checkpoint on the road to Aleppo city also demanding fleeing civilians have an ‘Arab sponsor’ in order to enter, Al-Etihad claims
23-year-old mother Ghafran was abandoned by her husband after suffering major burns to her body in an airstrike
A number of Kurdish YPG fighters have been taken captive by Turkish forces as part of the Operation Olive Branch campaign, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Western-backed forces weigh up whether to send support to Kurdish fighters against the Turkish assault, Alsouria Net reports
Speaker Hammoudeh Sabbagh calls on foreign lawmakers to openly reject the assault on the northern Syrian city, official media reports
Turkish troops crossed into Syria on Sunday as part of Operation Olive Branch, which aims to establish a ‘secure zone’ according to Ankara
Proposed creation of the force has stirred the ire of a number of rebel groups and their backers, such as Turkey
President lauds achievements of Syrian army during meeting with Iranian delegation, SANA reports
Turkey has worked to implement future plans for the region in numerous fields, including security, economy and the development of services, Enab Baladi writes
Zeitoun speaks with several Syrian women whose children are not recognized by authorities due to their connection with foreign-born Islamist fighters
Deputy foreign minister warns Turkey against launching military action in northern Syria as Ankara threatens it could act against U.S.-backed forces
Opposition groups reject decision by judges to implement legal reforms without appropriate consultations, Ain al-Medina writes
Lavrov says his country’s diplomatic initiatives have been invaluable to the progress of the political track, Al-Hayat reports
Moscow has alerted the opposition that the de-escalation zone agreement will end in the middle of next month, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Several Kurdish bodies are vying for a place at the negotiating table ahead of the National Dialogue Conference in Russia’s Sochi, Al-Modon writes
Turkish vehicle damaged in RPG attack carried out by unknown assailants in Idleb, Kurdish website reports
Speaking to Zaman al-Wasl, the opposition negotiator reveals the focus of the next round of negotiations in Astana
Opposition-held town falls to foreign militias as pro-Assad forces sweep through southern Idleb, Alsouria Net reports
Opposition figure speaks about the Kurdish National Council’s position toward the upcoming National Dialogue conference in Russia
Syrians who entered Turkey before the end of 2017 will be given long-term residence, according to deputy PM
Turkey-based tribal council pledges 75 percent of its executive offices and actors to work inside Syria, Alsouria Net reports
Russian and American plans for Syria are expected to involve greater Kurdish inclusion, YPG commander tells Asharq al-Awsat
Talks began Thursday between representatives from Syria’s government and opposition, as well as guarantor states Turkey, Russia and Iran
Authorities reportedly told suspect the reason for the checks is to identify ISIS members inside Turkey, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Syrian foreign minister speaks to lawmakers at a parliamentary session in the Syrian capital on Tuesday
Defectors tell outlet that the Turkish-backed rebel forces have been working to ‘restore the glory of the Ottoman empire,’ according to Al-Etihad
On the occasion of World Human Rights Day, Enab Baladi lists 12 Syrian organizations working to document and protect against violations
Questions remain around how ISIS members have been able to slip undetected through SDF areas, Sada al-Sham writes
Over a dozen people killed and injured while evading authorities on the Syrian-Turkish border, Al-Araby al-Jadeed reports
Former residents speak to Enab Baladi about the journey back to their ruined city after years of displacement
Local councils are relying heavily on the renewal of a U.N. resolution which will allow the entry of aid without approval from the Assad government, Enab Baladi writes
Loyalist mouthpiece Al-Watan paints the Syrian-Russian relationship as force for ‘righteousness’ and stability in the region
Many of Syria’s internally displaced have nowhere to live but makeshift tents as winter approaches
Putin announces Russian mission in Syria is near completion, as leader renews call for political settlement
Without access to proper housing, an increasing number of displaced risk sickness — and possibly death — as they brace for the coming cold, Sada al-Sham writes
Chairman of Syria’s export federation tells loyalist Al-Watan that the actual value of national exports is much higher than official numbers
Brothers killed by unexploded cluster bomb in the rebel-held countryside of Idleb, Alsouria Net reports
First of eight bases on Syrian territory is expected to finish construction in the coming days, Al-Watan writes
During meeting with Algerian ambassador, deputy foreign minister conflates Syria’s campaign with North African fight for independence against the French
Enab Baladi speaks with experts and Kurdish officials about the possibility of a self-sufficient economy and the region’s dependence on its neighbors
Intelligence files show Syria refused to stop its own Kurds fighting across the border in Turkey despite signing a 1998 agreement with Ankara, Zaman al-Wasl reports
NATO allies Washington and Ankara are working toward separate ends in Syria as the countries face a split in their Middle East strategy, Ibrahim Hamidi writes
Alsouria Net quotes Turkish media saying PYD rejected offer during meeting with Syrian security chief, calling instead for a Kurdish federalist state
Moves by Turkish authorities to encourage social inclusion among Syrian refugees in schools has backfired in some areas of the country, Al-Etihad Press writes
Meeting between top Syrian and Iranian officials follows agreement to bolster military cooperation between both countries last week
Opposition sources say Russia and the UAE are looking to advance talks using Mohamad Dahlan, a Palestinian intelligence figure who has been linked to numerous regional intrigues
ISIS’ former ‘capital’ will be returned to the embrace of the Syrian state following its capture by SDF and coalition forces, loyalist website Damascus Now writes
Senior military commanders say Syria may deal with Turkish army as an occupying force using whatever means necessary, official media reports
The Bab al-Salama border crossing is one of the key transit points into Syria’s rebel-held areas in the north
The Syrian government says the Turkish intervention in Idleb is in violation of the Astana agreement
Turkish-backed rebel groups urged the combatants to cool their tensions, opposition website reports
Efforts to stave off an unpopular battle against Turkish-backed rebels in Syria’s north have sown discord within the Islamist group, Alsouria Net reports
Nurettin Canikli defends his country’s incursion into Idleb province as suspicions arise about the true aims of the operation
Foreign minister condemns unsanctioned foreign forces on Syrian territory during meeting with Russian officials in Sochi, official media reports
Washington’s miscalculations have resulted in a rupture of the regional power balance in favor of Syria and Russia, Al-Baath contributor Emad Salem writes
Speaking to Zaman al-Wasl, FSA commander Mustafa Segri shrugs off suggestions that the removal of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham from Idleb would serve foreign agendas
Is Turkey’s Idleb operation actually aimed at preventing Kurdish passage to the Mediterranean Sea?
Key Islamist group’s threat follows statement by Turkish president that Ankara and Moscow are supporting the FSA operation
Despite fleeing the violence in their home country, many Syrian women are unable to leave behind a culture of domestic abuse, Alsouria Net writes
Opposition website says attacks hit town of Al-Bukamal, an area which has reportedly witnessed strikes by both coalition and Russian warplanes in recent days
Turkish authorities have warned of widening rifts after a number of high-profile cases involving Syrians encouraged backlash from local communities
Euphrates Shield spokesman says joint operations room has been set up with Turkey to oversee the operation against the key rebel group, Alsouria Net writes
Foreign minister’s comments to Russian media are the first time Syria has publicly acknowledged the possibility of Kurdish self-rule
Syria and Russia have stepped up their massive bombing campaign on areas of the rebel-held province despite the cease-fire agreement
Pro-regime media has described the attacks as indiscriminate shelling of civilian areas
Foreign minister tells audience at U.N. headquarters in New York that victory is now in reach of after numerous military advances on the ground, official media reports
Sada al-Sham looks at why Syrian couples have problems registering their marriages in their new host country, and the heavy price it can have on women
The broader opposition is now calling on HTS to reform or dissolve as international pressure mounts on the rebel-held province, Sada al-Sham writes
Official media claims government forces crushed attempted offensive by Uyghur jihadists in the country’s north-west
Prominent rebel commanders Abdul Jabbar al-Oqaidi and Hassan Hamada will serve as deputies of the new unified ‘national army’, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Although the successes of Astana can not be ignored, says Walid al-Bunni, real solutions should not be expected until ISIS and Nusra are kicked from Syrian soil
Government official says Ankara can play a role in restoring security by ending its support for terrorism, state media reports
A contributor for Ayn al-Madina describes the deceit and extortion carried out by people smugglers operating in northern Syria
Hundreds take to the streets to oppose rumored deal which would hand control of the capital’s southern suburbs to Iran, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Accusations the leaders met come amid rumors of a forthcoming Turkish military operation in the rebel-held Syrian north
Eight-year-old boy is said to have been killed after going missing in the city’s Sultangazi district, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Nathan Saleh describes three future scenarios for the eastern province’s remaining opposition in light of recent developments
Enab Baladi highlights the myriad of interests and concerns surrounding a possible foreign intervention against Islamist factions in the rebel-held province
As the international consensus leans increasingly toward Assad staying, will Syria’s main opposition eventually get in line with its backers, Souriatna asks
Coalition president praises Turkish support for Syrian revolution during celebrations in the capital Ankara, opposition media office reports
Detainees prevented authorities from entering facility with one inmate attempting to self-immolate in protest against torture of prisoners, Alsouria Net writes
Construction goods have been banned from entering the rebel-held province from Turkey since a Nusra-led alliance took control of the border crossing, Enab Baladi writes
Writing for the Saudi-owned outlet, Hamidi says the Russian-led cease-fire plan will fail if not followed by political efforts aimed at unity instead of division
Undocumented Syrian refugees are worried they will be targeted after Turkish media reported on U.N. project earlier this month
Political, military and economic support from Russia, China and Iran was crucial to anti-terrorism fight, Syria’s president says
World powers may have warmed to the idea of Assad remaining, but the president will not survive long after the transitional phase, Walid al-Bunni writes
All4Syria asks whether recent developments on the Syrian scene, both political and military, suggest the start of a new stage of conflict between big powers?
Editor of Saudi-owned Okaz newspaper Abdullah al-Ghadawi claims that Washington and Moscow have come to share similar visions for the future of Syria
Hazem al-Amin explains the controversy around a meeting between the regime and a delegation from Tunisia’s Nobel Peace Prize-wining union
The Turkish language requirement is one of the main problems faced by the Syrian job seeker in Turkey, Iqtissad writes
Writing for Qatari-owned Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, Adnan Abdel Razzaq draws a comparison between the displacement of rebels to Idleb and the US testing of the MOAB bomb in Afghanistan
Images spread on social media with users purporting the pictured men were Syrians caught while attempting to enter Turkish territory
Turkey labels U.S. envoy’s comments ‘provocative’ amid growing tensions between the two countries over American support for the Kurds
After the recent capitulation of Turkish-backed Ahrar al-Sham to HTS in rebel-held Idelb, uncertainty remains around further infighting and the possibility of an Ankara intervention, Enab Baladi writes
Writing for the Turkey-based outlet, Abou al-Khair al-Attar claims Israel benefits from prolonging the crisis in Syria largely at the expense of Ankara
Assad’s displacement of opposition fighters to Idleb has resulted in a violent contest between the two key factions over which of the groups newly arrived fighters will join, Walid al-Bunni writes
Assad’s failure to secure the areas he retakes will be the opposition’s last hope in gaining public support, a former media executive writes for Saudi-owned newspaper
Final session on Friday touches on humanitarian issues caused by anti-ISIS coalition, government media writes
Calm and stability in parts of Syria’s opposition-held north are encouraging thousands of Syrians to leave Turkey and return to their homeland, Enab Baladi writes
Tensions against Syrian refugees in Turkey are rising although many segments of Turkish society also support them, Souriatna, an opposition website, says
Turkish government officials have promised to take strong action after the rape and killing of a refugee woman and her child, Alsouria writes
Refugees in southern Turkey camp suffer from heat, power cuts, high food prices and poor medical care, Zaman al-Wasl says
Ministry says new Turkish aggression in northern Aleppo proves Ankara is partner in terrorism, government media reports
Head of Assad regime delegation says Ankara is obstructing efforts to finalize the de-escalation zone agreement, government media reports
Opposition responds to anti-Syrian trends amid rising tensions between Syrian refugees and their hosts in Turkey this week, Coalition media office reports
Negotiations between main players appear to confirm Iranian forces will be kept away from Syria’s south, as per Jordanian and U.S. demands, Alsouria Net writes
State media reports on preliminary consultations between Assad regime and key backers during fifth round of Astana negotiations
Western-backed forces in Syria announce likelihood of clashes with NATO member Turkey after exchanging fire earlier this week, Alsouria Net writes
Political opposition rejects current efforts to implement the Russian-proposed de-escalation zones, claiming the agreement works to consolidate areas of influence, Souriatna writes
Kurdish Democratic Union Party leader speaks with Saudi-owned outlet about the ongoing battle for the ISIS-held city, accusations of ethnic cleansing, and the Gulf crisis
In loyalist Al-Watan, Information Ministry advisor Bassam Abu Abdullah calls for nation-wide development and a correction of course to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past
Coalition president among delegation which met with local leaders and displaced people near the Turkish border, opposition media office reports
U.S. is also expected to send an observer to the negotiations scheduled to be held July 4-5, Kazakh foreign minister says
“In Syria, I am envied. They say I live in Turkey and that I had luck others did not. I envied myself when I was stuck there. Istanbul was not so ugly yet.”
Western media and experts are touting the benefits of Syrian refugees on Turkey’s economy, Alsouria Net writes
Attack by Islamist groups on YPG areas sees 41 killed and over a dozen more injured, Kurdish source tells ARA
Hama man says he is facing a three-century sentence in Greece for people-smuggling crimes he did not commit, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Amid large displacement, local councils in the liberated north must develop proper institutions and security in order to inspire development, opposition website writes
Washington aims to limit Tehran’s political weight and break the line of Iranian influence by engaging in deal-making with Russia, Ibrahim Hamidi writes for Saudi-owned newspaper
Real estate practices in Turkey have changed since the arrival of Syrian refugees, Iqtissad writes, explaining that large sums must now be paid to brokers in order to access the market
Decision by Turkish authorities to issue new rules protecting Syrians from work exploitation has backfired in the country’s south, Iqtissad writes
Growing number of births more prevalent among refugees outside Turkish cities due to many social factors, including education, economy and religion, Sada al-Sham writes
Source says explosions targeted the Lions of Islam Brigade in the northern province, killing and wounding a large number of people, Alsouria writes
Turkish FM expressed Ankara wishes for the removal of anti-ISIS envoy Brett McGurk due to his support for Kurdish militias, Anadolu news agency reports
With help from Turkey, local council and civilians work to rebuild the northern city after rebels pushed out ISIS militants in February, Souriatna writes
Syrian refugees remain camped in makeshift tents between the North African neighbors as Rabat and Algiers trade blame over humanitarian crisis, Alsouria Net writes
We should be wary of placing too much hope on the outcome of the most recent Astana talks, as the three previous rounds in the Kazakh capital produced little results, Walid al-Bunni writes
Around 400 rebel fighters and 640 families leave the rebel stronghold on buses for the Turkish border as part of a forced relocation deal, opposition website reports
Online statement by the Kurdish forces claims around 20 of the dead were of Turkish origin, according to opposition website Zaman al-Wasl
Rebel leader Abou Ammar says the international community’s disregard for Tehran and Moscow’s role in Syria will result in an expansion of the conflict beyond Syria’s borders, Alsouria Net writes
Saudi-owned Al-Hayat reports rebel delegation approves plan but chooses to walk out of negotiations in protest at Assad regime’s continued bombardment of opposition areas
New recruits in the Turkish-trained force receiving 600 Turkish lira a month according to sources, opposition website reports
Media adviser to Turkey’s president threatens to hit Americans patrolling the southern border days after U.S. forces arrived in the Kurdish region of northern Syria, Qatari-owned Al-Arabi Al-Jadid reports
Serving as a battleground for countless foreign and ideological belligerents, the greatest danger facing Syria is the fragmentation and polarization of its society, Walid al-Bunni writes
The flooding of the labor market in southern Turkish cities has resulted in widespread exploitation of Syrian refugees, who sometimes work for $3 a day, opposition outlet writes
Large numbers of Syrians and Turks are supporting theater work performed in Arabic in the southern Turkish province of Urfa, as artists strive to encourage a space for peace amid hatred and ignorance, Enabl Baladi reports
Opposition media reports that family hit by strike while trying to leave the town of Tabqa, the ISIS-held Syrian town currently besieged by Western-backed SDF forces
‘We as Syrians abroad undergo many situations that show how low the bar is for other people’s expectations of us.’ Enab Baladi speaks with four refugees living in Germany and Turkey about the common misconceptions of Syrians voiced by locals on a day to day basis
Saudi-owned Asharq al-Awsat explains that many opposition factions are still deciding whether to participate in the talks in the Kazakh capital, claiming that some parties believe Russia isn’t pulling its weight in enforcing the cease-fire deal
Critics claim Ankara’s plans to erect a massive security wall extending the entire border with Syria have resulted in numerous violations of sovereignty, as witnesses call out Turkey for possible land grab, opposition outlet Sada al-Sham writes
Donald Trump’s decision to strike the Shayrat base earlier this month was less about changing the balance of power in Syria, but instead represented a nod to his domestic rivals showing his willingness to act as a strong and decisive leader, Abdel Moneim Ali Eissa writes for loyalist outlet Al-Watan
Trump had to send a message to all parties supporting Assad that he won’t just resort to Syrian talks but will be part of the joint offensives in Syria, Tariq Alhomayed writes
Local officials claim Ankara — alongside a number of defected judges and lawyers — is backing the overhaul of the judiciary in Jarablus after Turkish-led forces pushed ISIS out of the northern Syrian city last year, opposition outlet writes
Well informed sources claim authorities are keeping humanitarian groups under surveillance after the government stopped operations of 370 NGOs for alleged ties to terrorism, including some major international organizations, opposition Sada al-Sham writes
In a special op-ed for The Syrian Observer, the coordinator-general of the High Negotiations Committee explains that untying the Syrian knot will require isolating external influence on the Syrian scene, a transition with the establishment of a new political system, and the firm application of international law in order to hold war criminals to account
President Bashar al-Assad gave an interview to Croatian newspaper Vecernji List published Thursday, in which he reflects on six years of conflict, the negotiation process and the fight against terrorism. The following is the full text as published by government news agency SANA
Operations by the U.S.-led coalition to liberate Raqqa will not be enough as long as Assad and his regime continue their abuse against their own people, the real source of resentment which allows terrorism to thrive, Randa Taqi al-Din writes for Saudi-owned Al-Hayat newspaper
Residents in the loyalist coastal regions are expressing concerns over the increase in military activity in the area, amid greater efforts by Moscow to secure strong footing at the negotiating table, opposition outlet Zaman al-Wasl writes
With the power balance in northern Syria looking as if it could tip the way of the Kurds, will Syria’s previously neglected community repeat the mistakes of Assad’s dominant minority experience, Eyed al-Jaafari asks in Lebanese Al-Modon
Syrian rebel commander tells opposition media that FSA fighters which participated in Turkey’s Euphrates Shield operation will join U.S. and Kurdish forces for upcoming battle to liberate Raqqa
Coalition media office reports on paneled discussion in Istanbul covering ways to strengthen the health sector in opposition-held areas amid continued assaults on medical facilities by regime and allied forces
As key players look to fill the vacuum after the expected fall of ISIS’ capital of Raqqa, Al-Hayat columnist Ibrahim Hamidi breaks down the serpentine motivations behind the recent surge in international action on Syrian soil
Fate of crew remains unknown after key rebel group claims responsibility for hitting a possible regime helicopter near the Suffiyat area in Kurds Mountain, opposition media Zaman al-Wasl reports
Turkish deputy prime minister announces between 20,000 and 22,000 families have been identified to obtain citizenship, opposition website Alsouria Net reports, adding that about 35,000 refugees have so far returned to their homes in northern Syria after Turkish-backed forces cleared the area of ISIS militants
News outlet ARA quotes Turkey’s deputy PM during speech in the capital, in which he warns that handing control of the ISIS stronghold over to a Kurdish-led administration will compromise peace and security in the region
Syria’s forceful response to the recent Israeli aggression is a Russian message that U.S. hegemony is ending in the region
Head of government delegation calls the Astana talks a major achievement, as the issue of terrorism was resolved satisfactorily with the world acknowledging its existence in Syria
In a conference held in Turkey, plans for reestablishment of the Army of Tribes are discussed, with the specific aim of delegitimizing other groups in control of the area such as PYD
Assad says U.S. forces in Syria are ‘invaders’ and he has yet to see ‘anything concrete’ emerge from President Donald Trump’s vow to prioritize the fight against ISIS. Below is the full interview as published by SANA.
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu says that Turkey is bent on striking PYD-led Kurdish militas if they remain in Manbij, as Euphrates Shield forces advance toward the city
Kurdish displays of multi-directional alliances with Russia, Iran and the U.S. come as no surprise, as all sides, united in curtailing Turkey’s influence in the region, contemplate the preservation of an Alawite state
Kurdish militias ally with Assad forces to try and thwart Turkish-backed FSA groups’ advance toward Manbij, because of the importance the city holds in the battle against ISIS
Turkish lawyers file lawsuits against a Syrian regime pilot captured in Turkey, on charges of committing crimes against Syrian civilians
Although paralyzed by a shrapnel, Khadija, mother of two children, refuses to give in to her disability and learns computer skills to help people in similar circumstances
Many of the displaced Syrians who have found their way into Turkey are struggling to find work, and when they do, they struggle with low wages and a constant risk of unemployment
Following the opposition’s downing of a Syrian plane, Russian and Syrian jets retaliated through air raids in Idleb, killing and wounding many Syrian citizens
Military aircraft carrying out reconnaissance mission near Turkish border goes off radar, state news agency reports.
The Manbij Military Council, an ally of the US-backed SDF, agrees to hand over villages on the front line with the Turkish army to Syrian border guards as Turkish army captures al-Bab and advances towards Manbij
FSA forces clash with SDF over control of villages in al-Bab and advance further towards Manbij hours after Turkey greenlights them
The latest Astana talks mark a regression from the first round as the US returns to the scene, spurring a series of regional and international developments which undermine earlier achievements
The Syrian regime forces scored a major gain against ISIS militants in the eastern countryside of Aleppo, while the negotiations at Geneva continue as Russia and US talk of plans for establishment of safe zones
Around 19,000 Syrians are attending universities in Turkey while 200,000 others are enrolled in Turkish schools, according to Turkey’s Education Ministry which says that all Syrians will be integrated into the country’s education system
The two warring Syrian sides do not have the power to reject or obstruct any peace deal and the position of the new US administration on Syria will determine whether the Geneva talks will be successful
De Mistura must try and unite the opposition delegations if the Geneva talks are to be successful, and any future solution will require UN member states to stop funding terrorism and collaborate with the Syrian government, writes Samer Dahi for loyalist Al-Watan
Syrian businesses in Turkey flourish and start to compete with their Turkish counterparts, creating job opportunities and raising wages for thousands of families
Restrictions by ISIS and the Syrian regime as well as severe exploitation by pharmaceuticals dealers have resulted in a terrible health situation in Deir-ez-Zor
Pro-government newspaper reports more civilian deaths, including women and children, in continued Turkish assault on Al-Bab
Syrians face increasing challenges in educating their children in Turkish schools after the government’s decision to enforce the Turkish curriculum for different grades
The decline of Iran’s dominance is inevitable due to its diverging interests with Russia in Syria and the emergence of an American policy shift
Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad denied Amnesty reports on mass killing in a Syrian prison and said President Donald Trump’s ban on Syrians targeted terrorists, not the Syrian people. Below is the full interview he gave to French TF1 TV and EUROPE 1 Radio as appeared in SANA, the Syrian news agency
The recent inclusion of Amman into the Astana consultations bloc may herald the end of Jordanian support for the Free Syrian Army in southern Syria, writes Samer Dahi for loyalist Al-Watan
Ground and aerial bombardment of Al-Bab city kills scores including women and children, government news outlet SANA reports, following the latest phase of the Euphrates Shield operation against ISIS
Turkey’s numerous transgressions, as well as the late arrival of its delegation to the meetings, proves its lack of seriousness and “clear will” to hinder dialogue, state media quotes Syrian government envoy as saying
Sada al-Sham reveals story behind scores of women held prisoner for years, and the attempts by civilians and activists to negotiate their release in the face of negligence from authorities
Zaman al-Wasl speaks to the uncle of 16-year-old Bashar, who was seriously injured while removing the rubble of their house following government air strikes
Turkish president announces plans to clear Raqqa of ISIS as well as 4,000-5,000 sq. km of land in Syria’s north to establish safe zones, while regime forces set sights on the Ghouta of the capital Damascus and the country’s south
Opposition website Enab Baladi reports on the eleventh-hour struggle between political and armed opposition groups to form a delegation for next week’s negotiations in Geneva with the Assad regime
During meeting with high-level Dutch delegation, Coalition president urges EU to take a more active role in the upcoming Geneva talks, opposition media office reports
“It’s different when I wear a Syrian hijab because the Turks believe that I won’t understand them and so they avoid me and don’t speak with me.” As debate continues in the West around the compatibility of the hijab with European values, Enab Baladi speaks to Syrian women in Turkey about their reasons for adopting the the Anatolian version of the head covering
Opposition outlet AlSouria Net speaks with the Syrian actor and member of the Cairo platform about next week’s negotiations in Geneva with the Assad regime, the role rebel groups will play, as well as Moscow’s intentions surrounding the political process in Syria
Various opposition groups are refusing to cooperate to form a delegation for the upcoming Geneva negotiations with the Assad regime, as rifts emerge between the HNC and rebel leaders who participated in the Astana meetings late last month, Ibrahim Hamidi writes
Saudi-based opposition newspaper reports on accidental killing of three Turkish soldiers in Russian operation near Syria’s northern border, as Putin attributes blunder to ineffectual military partnership between the two countries
Widows of northern Syria face immense pressures in the wake of their husbands’ deaths, as most are treated as inferior citizens and forced to comply with strict and demeaning expectations in order to receive support from family members, Asmaa al-Naasan writes in online magazine Al-Gherbal
Political opposition stands its ground against attempts by Moscow to influence the make-up of its negotiating delegation at the upcoming Geneva talks, while the US presidency begins meetings with UN and regional leaders on the Syrian issue, Sada al-Sham writes
Opposition website reports on recent strikes on the capital and northern Idleb province which killed and injured scores of people as fighting for control of the last remaining opposition-held areas intensifies
Loyalist Al-Thawra reports on the Syrian Foreign Ministry’s statement to the UN calling on the international community to end Turkish aggression after forces crossed into northern Syria
Lebanese website Al-Modon comments on the fracturing of opposition forces in Syria’s northern provinces as internal fighting forces factions to side with one of the two main rebel groups, Ahrar al-Sham or Al-Qaeda’s affiliate Jabhat Fateh al-Sham
Saudi-owned Al-Hayat details the recommendations inside the separate Kurdish and Russian draft constitutions, which call for greater autonomy for Kurds and a more decentralized government, while also acknowledging the multi-ethnic make-up of Syria’s demography
Facing discrimination, uncertainty and a lack of work, some Syrian youths are preferring to remain behind instead of migrating from the shores of Turkey to Europe, while others are weighing the cost of returning to Syria altogether, Al Gherbal writes
Souriatna speaks to women who have been forced to remain inside Turkey indefinitely, often with children and without an income, while their applications for reunification with husbands and fiances are reviewed by European governments
Syrian government’s head negotiator speaks to the press about the success of the talks in Kazakhstan’s capital, lauding the efforts of allies Russia and Iran in reaching an agreement to form a ceasefire monitor
Assad regime negotiator Bashar Jaafari calls for respecting nation-wide ceasefire and the closure of borders with Turkey on first day of talks in the Kazakh capital, government-run newspaper reports
Alsouria Net speaks to insider at recent meetings between Turkish representatives and the Syrian armed opposition, in which most major rebel groups — except Ahrar al-Sham — agreed to attend the negotiations with the Assad regime in Astana next week
Iqtissad speaks to experts on why recent changes to Turkey’s new citizenship law, designed to attract large sums of foreign money, are unlikely to persuade wealthy Syrians to invest millions into the country
Loyalist Al-Watan newspaper writes that Erdogan’s mounting domestic and international problems will force the Turkish president to accept that the only way to restore his regional standing will be through rapprochement with Assad
Writing for All4Syria, Walid Bunni urges opposition factions attending the upcoming talks in Astana to resist foreign pressure for short-term gains
How will the Syrian opposition go to Astana and what are the issues to watch out for? Political opposition and religious figures speak with Alsouria Net about what strategic changes must be made in order to emerge successful
Iqtissad speaks with local traders and officials about how the quiet border town near Turkey blossomed into one of the Syrian opposition’s key trading hubs in the area
Deputy head of the Syrian Interim Government expresses hope that a Trump presidency will contribute to Turkey’s efforts to ensure a successful ceasefire in Syria
Media sources report strikes targeted Al-Bab city and a number of other towns, killing nine people and injuring scores more
What Moscow is trying to achieve with the political settlement depends to a large extent on the Turkish and Iranian positions, and on the possibility of reaching clear agreements between these actors amid independent efforts to direct their battles in ways which achieve only their interests
Russia is not serious in its wish to impose a ceasefire, Walid al-Bunni argues
Russia’s acknowledgment of the armed opposition is one of the requirements of profiting politically from the victory in Aleppo. This means that transforming the military victory into a political settlement requires recognizing the enemy before sitting with him and agreeing to a solution to the conflict.
Around 600 Syrians try every day to cross into Turkey as fears mount that the regime and its allies may be preparing an attack on Idleb
Group claims responsibility for New Year’s attack that killed 39 people in Turkey’s largest city, describing the gunman as “a hero soldier of the caliphate”
The government forces and their allies including Lebanese Hezbollah have been trying to press advances, particularly in an area northwest of Damascus in the rebel-held Wadi Barada valley
Sources claim the Turkish president could lighten his tough stance on his Syrian counterpart on the condition of cooperation in preventing the establishment of a Kurdish entity
The unpredictability of Russia’s Syria policy troubles both its allies and enemies who worry the Kremlin may be selling empty promises ahead of upcoming peace talks in Geneva
Investors and economists voice doubts over the return of production to Aleppo’s industrial sector, citing safety and logistic concerns, such as lack of security as well as shortages of electricity and fuel
Asharq Al-Awsat documents stories from residents, activists and aid workers as buses reach the Rashideen crossing, with many civilians expressing extreme despair after losing their families and homes
Tensions rise between the two key powers as Russia issues firm statement warning any side of retaliation if warring parties attempt to obstruct the evacuation of locals
With Aleppo characterized by its vibrant textile industry, which contributed about a third of Syria’s total industrial production, what will the devastation of the “economic capital” mean for the country’s economy in the long-term?
Reporter for Syrian state media outlet SANA falls ill while being investigated by Turkish police after being charged with insulting state officials on social media
Does sharing Syria in its current state mean dividing it among its occupying powers? The facts say that the forces which control Syria today will not be able to coexist within this division, Walid Bunni argues
Syrian officials claim the country is facing pressures due to the large number of trained professionals leaving to Europe and Turkey since the beginning of the crisis
191 organizations and 145 community leaders join forces to form The Syrian Civil Society Platform in response to the international community’s ineffectiveness to tackle the crisis
Due to their affordability, the hand-rolled cigarette trade has convinced many Turkish people to switch to Syrian cigarettes, giving those affected by war a desperately needed source of income, Iqtissad writes
Zeitoun reports on the condition of IDP camps in Syria’s north, as civilians are forced to endure a new winter without proper facilities for warmth, education and sanitation
Authorities in southern Turkey close office of the Ghad al-Souri (Syria’s Tomorrow) movement, headed by former SNC president Ahmad Jarba, for working with the Kurdish PYD
Opposition figure stresses need to lift the siege on the besieged city and deliver urgent humanitarian aid to civilians trapped inside
For nearly six years, Turkey’s reckless, unbalanced and crazy leader has been working barbarically, savagely and with unmatched hatred toward the destruction, exploitation and slaughter of the Syrians, writes the Syrian Times
Ministry condemns Turkish president’s comments to parliamentarians in which he revealed he deployed forces to Syria to end President Bashar al-Assad’s rule
Does the fall of the ISIS-held town of Dabiq to Western-backed forces signal the end of the radical Islamist group, and could its legacy live on following its possible demise?
The push by Assad and his allies to achieve decisive victories before the end of Obama’s term, and the beginning of an unpredictable Trump presidency, could explain the brutality which they are employing against Aleppo, the Damascus countryside, and the eastern and western Ghoutas
Turkish authorities issue crackdown on 48 people including leaders in the outlawed PKK as well as Syria’s Kurdish groups like the Democratic Union Party
All4Syria interviews Syrian refugee workers in the markets of southern Turkey, “we were surprised to see the grocery had a Syrian working there, and then the tailor, and the butcher… It’s a good step and it’s helped us acclimatize quickly”
Local officials claim reason behind the closure was due to negligence, while others expressed their discontent with the decision by Turkey to intervene in the affair
Syrian President Bashar al Assad said on Tuesday Damascus would have to “wait and see” if U.S. President-elect Donald Trump would change Washington’s policy on Syria but that he was ready to cooperate with him in fighting militants. Following is the full text, as published in SANA
Three children among those killed in the Russian attack on the opposition-held Kfar Dael village, according to emergency responders
Tensions boil as regional players in the Syrian crisis voice discontent at the choice of the international coalition to back the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces to liberate Raqqa from ISIS
Turkey hosts the largest number of Syrian refugees in the world, around 3 million, and has so far spent more than $12bn on their Syrian guests
Bashar al-Assad told Serbian newspaper Politika the US’ “secret collaboration with terrorists is the reason why all attempts at a ceasefire and political transition in Syria have so far failed.” Following is the full text of the interview as published by SANA, the official news agency.
Top general confirms Russian and Syrian forces have offered to open corridors out of the besieged city for civilians and militants to leave
Center provides lectures and workshops about various skills, as well as education on early marriage, breast feeding and other issues related to women’s health
Turkish official claims around 7,700 people have returned to the northern city after Turkish-backed forces retake Jarablus from ISIS
Rebel commander Mustafa Sijri unharmed after bomb control detonated by Turkish security in southern city of Antakya
Russia’s victory in enabling the regime and Iran’s militias to enter eastern Aleppo will comprise a major turning point in the Syrian war and will lead to a major disruption in the balance of forces to favor Iran, its militias, and the Assad regime
Sources claim Turkey’s foray into northern Syria aimed at establishing new ‘safe’ corridor for rebels travelling between Idleb and Aleppo’s northern countryside
The Syrian President Bashar al-Assad claimed in an interview to Russia’s Komsomolskaya Pravda newspaper that the smell of WWIII is in the air. Following is the full text, as published by SANA, the official news agency.
Syrian president says he hopes normalization of relations between Moscow and Ankara could help shift Turkey’s Syria policy
“Usually they demand 20 percent of the amount needed to be transferred, I have to pay the fees because there is no other way to transfer money”
Coalition spokesperson says meeting with Russian media delegation aims to draw world public opinion closer to the Syrian revolution
Aleppo chanted for freedom and democracy, and even raised the banners of the Ukrainian revolution and supported all the national liberation movements around the world, but the “free world” has turned away from it.
Turkish-backed rebels advance on symbolic ISIS-controlled village after a campaign to take the town began late August
“Turkey isn’t allowing us to cross and isn’t sheltering us in the camp. The weather conditions are hard, especially for children, who are sleeping out in the open”
Agreement announced during visit by Iran’s foreign minister to the Turkish capital Ankara
Turkish army opens fire on a Syrian civilians in Kahyla village, killing nine civilians including children
Boris Johnson tells Turkish media that Assad, Russia and Iran are carrying out a large proportion of the massacres in the city as fighting intensifies in residential areas
Syrian minister says US unable to distinguish Nusra Front from other armed terror groups in Syria because it constitutes the “backbone” of opposition forces
Head of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation issues call to intervene quickly to stop the killing and massacres which are being carried out in residential areas
“There is a massacre in Aleppo” hashtag circulated by Turkish social media users as Assad and Russian bombardment of northern city intensifies
SNC deputy says opposition will abandon efforts to reach a political settlement after Assad regime and Russia intensified their attacks on rebel-held areas of Aleppo
States concerned with the conflict are rushing to divide up the country and threatening both its existence and the fate of its people
Foreign Minister Walid Muallem on Saturday addressed the 71 session of the United Nations General Assembly held in New York. Below is the full text of the speech as published by SANA
US betrayed Syrian revolution because it wanted to destroy the country’s military infrastructure as it did in Iraq, says prominent thinker and author
Erdogan says Turkey has begun to give citizenship and work permits to Syrian refugees residing inside the country in an effort to reduce economic burden
The danger does not lie only in what has happened so far, but more in what the Obama administration may do during what remains of its term
Turkish charities and government institutions working to restore the city’s schools after facing a state of near collapse as a result of the brutal practices of ISIS
Syria has become divided between conflicting forces into spheres of influence
Foreign ministry source says Damascus will refuse entry of all humanitarian aid to the besieged city, especially that provided by Turkey, without coordination
All “fleeing” capital has its own reasons, but the final result is the flight of capital and the stopping of the wheel of production in the Syrian economy
Sources claim “military entity” trying to impose a civilian council on the people of Jarablus after Islamic State fighters were expelled from the northern city
Lebanese newspaper says Putin and Obama bear responsibility for Erdogan and Assad failing to meet
“What happened recently for the Turkish leadership to decide to send its tanks and soldiers inside Syrian territory and support some of the rebel groups to regain Jarablus from ISIS?”
Turkish PM says all relevant parties, including the regime of Bashar Assad, were informed of Turkey’s Operation Euphrates Shield to prevent the establishment of a Kurdish corridor
Until recently, Damascus saw the Kurds as an ally able to help pressure a wide geographical area that needed hundreds of thousands of soldiers and at the same time would constitute a thorn in the Turkish throat, which was greedy to swallow Syrian geography and people at the same time.
Sources claim Russian warplanes hit rebel-held areas of Idleb with internationally banned weapons
Foreign ministry statement condemns Turkish army’s actions in northern city of Jarablus in fighting against Kurdish forces and the Islamic State group in the area
The clashes that have erupted in Hassakeh between the Kurdish PYD militia and the forces of Assad’s mafia regime may be one of the swift results of this common approach and a first indication of the new understandings between Turkey and Russia, which Iran may not be far from.
Turkish-backed rebels seize towns from Kurdish-led SDF as fighting intensifies between various groups in north Aleppo countryside
Education ministry plans necessary measures so that all students who live in Turkey obtain a good and solid education regardless of the status of their residence
Following the recent Turkey-Iran-Russia strategic alliance, Assad sought to find a role to play in the Kurdish file, choosing to strike Hassakeh in order to be at the center of the Kurdish issue
After the explosion of the presidential grandiosity and the collapse of other influential politicians in the ruling party, Turkey is now ruled by an obsession with mobilizing against an enemy which is more imaginary than real
Kurdish leader says Turkey will become “lost, like ISIS” following news of Ankara’s incursion into Syrian territory on Wednesday
Foreign ministry source says Turkish operation is aimed at “replacing one type of terrorism with another”
Turkish tanks enter country’s north in order to protect Syria’s “territorial integrity” as US-led coalition vows to support major campaign from the air
Jarablus military council announces it has arrested the perpetrator in the killing of Abdel Jadar in the northern city of Ain al-Arab
Humanitarian corridors should not be used to supply terrorists with weapons and fighters if serious about reaching a solution to the crisis in Aleppo, says Churkin
Today, the governments of Turkey, Iran, Iraq and Syria act based on a conviction they are reluctant to proclaim publicly, which is that the Kurds are more dangerous than ISIS
Turkish investigators claim that the Islamic State group had planned to take over the southern city as hundreds of its members are said to pass through or reside there
Mikdad says Damascus wants Moscow and Tehran’s efforts to succeed in bringing Turkey back on the right track in order to ensure regional security
Opposition fighters stormed the factory, took control of it, and announced the death of a high-level Hezbollah leader and other fighters
The new mechanism will be composed of intelligence services, foreign ministries and militaries of the two parties
According to leaders in the Islamist and moderate groups, Western diplomats, and officials and civilian activists in Aleppo, 10 reasons can be noted for the “Aleppo coup”
When the engine stopped, Yusra, Sarah and another woman took it over for three and half hours to swim the boat to the shore
Sources claim Syrian president traveled to Russian capital last month to discuss terms of a settlement between regional and international powers
Coup attempt responsible for spreading fear among Syrian refugees around their right to stay in Turkey, says head of language school
Top Syrian diplomat urges United Nations members to end suffering of Syrian people by banding together and fighting terror with the Assad government
21-year-old Omar remains in a coma after being shot by soldiers in Fatih district on July 15, according to his brother
Scores of Syrian factory workers lose their jobs following the failed coup attempt on July 15
It is expected that Russia will redouble its efforts politically and militarily until the end of this year to create a situation in Syria that allows them to achieve most of their aims from the intervention
Apart from their sharp, and at times contradictory stances, Syria’s opposition in Turkey has indeed given a lesson in how opposition should behave
Opposition’s negotiating committee urges US and Russia to conduct a thorough review of their operation to fight terrorism in Syria
The Turkish people courageously defended their freedom and proved that the country, its government and its political parties are able to safeguard democracy, coalition statement read
Opposition parliamentarians reject controversial decision by Turkey’s president to begin handing citizenship to hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees
Khaled Khoja accuses “negligent friends” of attempting to prop up the Assad regime following Turkish prime minister’s comments on social media
Turkish president’s recent announcement to hand citizenship to 300,000 Syrians causes backlash on social media after video surfaces of Syrian men partying on Istanbul beach
Ankara could issue citizenship to thousands of skilled and highly trained Syrian refugees to encourage them to stay, according to Turkish news sources
Washington has delivered a proposal to the Kremlin accepting joint military coordination in return for Russia pressuring Assad to end the bombing of moderates and restart political talks
The advance came during a 72-hour ceasefire announced by the Syrian regime on Wednesday
What will change in the policies of Turkey, Israel and Russia to conform with the era of reconciliation and good relations which Ankara launched toward these two countries?
Will Turkish citizenship be granted to the Syrians who desire it, or will the action target investors, intellectuals, technocrats, talented youths, and not extend to refugees, laborers, and small wage earners?
“American administrations are famous for creating problems, but they never solve any,” Assad told the Australian SBS TV channel. The following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA.
Support and aid from charitable organizations barely covers 10 percent of actual need among Syria’s displaced, aid worker reveals
Normalization of Turkey-Russia relations might reflect positively on the Syrian crisis, Russia’s ambassador says
Muslim Brotherhood leader says organization tried for a year to prevent the Syrian uprising from turning into armed struggle
More than 95 percent of Syrian citizen’s visa applications to Turkey have been refused since new regulations took place earlier this year, according to legal practitioner
Air strikes kill dozens of people in eastern Syria as regime and allied forces make short-lived gains against ISIS in Raqqa province
Russian and Western-backed assaults on the Islamic State-held cities claims lives on all sides as fighting intensifies across the county’s north and east
Authorities are yet to announce reason why dozens of Syrians carrying German visas were denied permission to leave Turkish territory
Syria’s UN envoy accuses terrorist groups of obtaining sarin gas through Turkish territory for use in its fight against Assad government forces
Coalition’s Masalmeh says opposition removed a statement on its website regarding the killing of Syrian civilians by Turkish border guards so that an investigation could be opened
Maqdisi announced that he is ready to change his stance on ISIS, if this latter changed views on the parties that disagree with it and stopped describing them as apostates
Main political opposition removes statement denouncing the murder of unarmed civilians by Turkish border guards at Syrian border
Statement condemns the repeated killings by border guards after eight civilians including women and children were massacred trying to flee Syria on Sunday morning
Despite the difficult living conditions, refugees are attempting to summon the Ramadan atmosphere as they would experience in their home countries
Syrians holding valid documents will have permission to transit back to Syria via Bab al-Hawa crossing without any restriction placed on their date of return
Opposition leader warns of consequences of Syrian crisis on humanitarian situation and migration during meeting with Turkey’s foreign minister
Opposition leader calls on Beijing to flex greater influence towards the Syrian file during meeting with Chinese envoy in Turkish capital
Ceasefire monitor says 20 civilians dead in shelling by Islamist militants on neighborhoods of Midan and Mouhafaza
Syrians in Turkey are hoping for the smuggling route to Europe to reopen as Ankara looks to scrap its controversial migration agreement with Brussels
Syria’s foreign ministry says “moderate opposition” groups involved in attacks claiming over 100 civilian lives in the northern province
If we look at the military situation on the banks of Euphrates, it is apparent that the Syrian regime forces and its allies – including Russia and Iran – are essential party in the war on ISIS in cooperation with the PYD and its US allies
League comprises five teams with players drawn from schools, camps, rebel groups and nearby villages
Activists and friends claim Syrian man Firas Didan was robbed and killed in the Turkish city while trying to find a way to Saudi Arabia
Opposition conference recommends transforming Coalition into effective national institution and establishing social contract as prelude to new constitution
Older workers face joblessness as businesses in the southern Turkish city prefer to hire younger laborers for less money
Bakeries struggle to provide enough bread to displaced families in the coastal area as thousands flee regime and Russian air strikes in Jisr al-Shughour and Idleb
Officials urge Ankara to cancel visa requirements for Syrians wanting to enter Turkey as Europe shuts its doors to refugees
Loyalist Palestinian fighters killed during an attempt to take the northern town overlooking a strategic supply route into rebel-held Aleppo
Opposition fighters seize villages of Sheikh Reih, Fereiziyeh, and Tel Hussein from ISIS militants on Monday morning
Police investigating explosion which injured four people on Istanbul’s Asian side on Sunday night
Real estate agents say rise in rent can be attributed to refugees fleeing continued ISIS shelling of Kilis south of Gaziantep, while others claim hikes are more likely the result of profiteers
Syrian refugee forced to collect garbage after losing his money and family in the wake of falling victim to a scam in Turkey’s north
Colleagues of doctor killed in Aleppo raids express their fear that there are no other practitioners to treat children in their areas
“I forgive Muslims whom [have] done me wrong and I ask God to forgive me and I ask you to forgive me and forgive my comrades and brothers”
Foreign ministry says Saudi Arabia and Turkey must be held to account for their role in killing innocent civilians including women and children
Syrian refugees who arrived in Hatay in April 2011 will be eligible to apply for Turkish citizenship this week
Opposition leader warns of pending humanitarian crisis in a number of Syrian provinces, especially Aleppo, as signs suggest regime forces are preparing for a large scale offensive
Large numbers of refugees have become disillusioned with the promise of a “new life” in Europe, as many struggle with employment and language issues, drug abuse and a sense of purpose in their host countries
Merkel described Turkey’s issuing work permits for Syrian refugees as a “very brave step”
General coordinator of the opposition’s negotiating delegation to Geneva hits out at de Mistura after UN envoy labels HNC withdrawal a political act
“Progress” in Damascus’ position following its acceptance of a “political transition” with its talk of forming an “expanded government”, in contrast to the HNC’s rigidity in clinging to the formation of a “transitional body” as the starting point for a political transition
Many Syrians in Turkey’s southern city are living in abandoned “ruins” without access to vital services and proper education after having survived the conflict south of the border
Riders say huge journey, which started in Mardin province and will end in Ankara, is to thank the Turkish president for his support for Syrian refugees
A Syrian family living in the southern Turkish city gives a moving goodbye letter to their neighbors after living next door for two years
Turkish minister announces plans to send close to half a million Syrian children to school by the end of 2016
Crowds gather in front of governor’s building to protest against the continual shelling of the Turkish city near the Syrian border
Number of Syrian refugees under “temporary protection” in Turkey has reached 2,749,140, with about 270,000 living in refugee camps, according to new government report
Turkish border city the largest trade center for selling looted antiques from Syria and Iraq, says Russia’s permanent representative to the UN
The US-led war against ISIS has given the major Kurdish powers in Syria, including the PYD, a peerless opportunity to achieve their long awaited nationalist vision of a territorially contiguous enclave east of the Euphrates
Russia does not discuss the issue of the self-determination of third countries either through diplomatic or other channels, Kremlin spokesperson tells journalists
Authorities say father of three was seen opening a drain cover and throwing himself inside
Facility in Eastern Ghouta will provide shelter and health care for children who lost their parents during the war
Activists report student was killed when an air strike hit a school near Jisr al-Shughour on Tuesday
Turkish militia leader Mihrac Ural killed in fighting in the countryside of Lattakia according to group’s sources
Blaze rips through Derik refugee camp in southern Turkey claiming three lives and injuring six others
Syrian factions armed by the CIA are fighting Kurdish rebels in the country’s northern region, US officials and rebels confirm
Syrians are leaving the southern Turkish city amid rising living costs and fewer job opportunities
Darwish was in Geneva earlier this week in connection with peace talks taking place between the Syrian government and elements of the opposition
Refugees will be sent to Europe in exchange for migrants who traveled illegally from Turkey to Greece, according to Turkish foreign ministry
Decision prevents refugees returning to Syria through Lebanon if they are deemed to have arrived in Europe by an “unlawful” route
Coalition member says main opposition considers calls for Kurdish federalism a step toward partition and will lead to “endless tensions”
Enab Baladi co-founder detained at Ataturk airport on return from London after receiving award for her work
Main political opposition denounces Sunday’s bombing in the Turkish capital which claimed at least 37 lives
Despite carrying the required documents in order to cross, Syrians continue to be delayed, refused entry and abused by Lebanese officials stationed on the border
Leaked membership applications reveal private information of Islamic State recruits including real names and occupation preferences
Leaders from both countries agree to take “incremental steps” to tackle the possibility of a Kurdish state in Syria’s north
The infant is now receiving medical treatment in Turkey after narrowly surviving Russian airstrike on northern city of Azaz
Mobilization comes ahead of regime attempt to advance in Sheikh Aqeel as units take Bashamar from Kurdish forces
Blockade follows calls from opposition for the release of thousands of detainees from the rebel-held district
At least 70 ISIS fighters killed in the recapture of the northern border town by Western-backed forces, says spokesman
Militants attack border city of Tal Abyad with heavy shelling from inside Turkey, Russian military source announces
Member of the influential Baqara tribe killed by the hard-line group on charges of collaboration with Kurdish YPG forces
Political opposition remains doubtful over success of truce deal as key phrases still require clarification, such as the exclusion of “terrorist organizations” in being targeted
Council forced to work from a tent near the Turkish border after opposition factions, Syrian forces and Russian bombing displaced members and their families from northern Aleppo
We must not underestimate the extent of regional support for the opposition
Activists claim images show Western-backed group transporting furniture and electronic devices out of Tel Rifaat and other nearby villages towards Kurdish-administered areas
Foreign ministry calls on UN to condemn series of deadly bombings that targeted neighborhoods in Homs and Damascus on Sunday
Bashar al-Assad said on Saturday he was ready for a ceasefire, on condition “terrorists” did not use a lull in fighting to their advantage and that countries backing insurgents halted support for them. Below is the interview as published by the Syrian news agency SANA
Group’s spokesman rejects reports by Reuters that Turkey permitted thousands of rebels to enter Syria to support opposition fighters against Kurdish forces
Around 400 to 500 fighters have crossed the border, a Turkish security source confirmed
Turkish president accuses US of supporting terrorists in Syria with arms, “which go to terrorists inside Turkey in the end”
Fighting follows an attempt by the Democratic Forces to impose their control over a number of towns and villages in the northern Aleppo countryside
Syria’s representative to the UN says ISSG members should pressure the Turkish, Saudi and Qatari governments to end their support for terrorism and comply with UN resolutions
At least nine rebel groups unite under Hashim Al-Sheikh as Aleppo’s rebels face the risk of defeat from regime and Western-backed forces
Turkey continues to help jihadists illegally enter Syrian territory to fortify the units of terrorist organizations, including Nusra Front and ISIS, Russia’s foreign ministry says
Assad says he backs peace talks but that negotiations do “not mean that we stop fighting terrorism”
Rebel commander says Russian strikes have displaced 10,000 people from Hama to the northern countryside of Homs
Ministry says Ankara’s actions have demonstrated the Turkish government’s violations of UNSC resolutions related to combating terrorism
Opposition delegation attended Geneva with the intention of foiling the dialogue, Syria’s head negotiator tells Lebanese reporters
Kurdish-Arab coalition takes ground from rival opposition factions in the northern countryside amid fierce bombardment by Russian warplanes
Rights group says recent Syrian-Russian offensive in the country’s north has pushed over 70,000 people to escape towards the Turkish border
It is necessary that the Syrian people and the opposition’s political and military institutions seriously consider their options in order to prevent the continuation of destruction in Syria and forestall the displacement of Syrians
Syria’s internal opposition denounces the attending opposition delegation to Geneva, adding that the peace talks were “doomed to fail”
Foreign ministry spokeswoman says opposition delegation withdrew from the talks after rebel fighters faced a series of defeats by the Syrian army and allied forces
Syrian army loyalist militias cut “terrorist supply routes” from the Turkish border after retaking towns in Aleppo’s northern countryside
Attack targeting Turkmen town of al-Burj comes as reports emerge of new Russian violations of Turkish airspace near the border
Opposition’s negotiating delegation in disarray as US secretary of state warns it could lose political and military support if it refuses to accept the conditions of the upcoming Geneva talks
Opposition figures rally in Turkey’s largest city ahead of peace talks in Geneva to protest the international community’s submission to Moscow and Damascus’ demands
Opposition figure says Saudi foreign minister “personally” responsible for delay of the upcoming Geneva peace talks
At least 10 confirmed dead in attack targeting northern town near the Turkish border
Local Coordination Committee condemns Turkish authorities for refusing to permit families escaping ISIS and regime air strikes from crossing border
The newspaper added on Tuesday, January 19, that the suicide bomber, Nabil al-Fadhli, was in direct and continuous touch with a person born in the city of Aleppo known as Ibrahim Ahmed Ibrahimi
Rebel forces seize towns of Alqamiya, Yani Yaban and Zeraa following heavy fighting on Sunday
Rights group says it considers the deliberate demolition of homes, eviction of residents and confiscation of property, “war crimes”
Turkish sources say shell which hit a school in the city of Kilis is believed to have been launched from Syria
Ministry describes Turkey’s repeated violations against Syria as “a blatant act of breach” against international law and the principles of the UN Charter
Syrian foreign investments accounted for 205 million Turkish lira in 2015, according to prime ministry’s statement
Protestors campaign against new visa regulations for Syrians entering Turkey
Upcoming meeting between top Russian and US diplomats will explore Syrian political settlement in an “objective and comprehensive way”, says ministry spokesperson
After living through shelling, loss and displacement, the mere fact that they are Syrian has become a cause for suspicion wherever they go. With the spread of terrorist bombings across the world, it has become natural that the first to be accused in any attack is someone of Syrian nationality
Terrorism has spread to the states that have been supporting it for five years, Syrian foreign minister tells reporters in India
Coalition denounces Tuesday’s attack that rocked Istanbul’s touristic historical district, killing 10 people and injuring more
Authorities claim to have detained one of the suspects in the execution-style murder of Syrian anti-ISIS activist in southern Turkey
Ankara’s recent decision to prevent Syrians from entering Turkey without visa leaves hundreds grounded in Beirut
The UN’s proposed peace talks are hardly the result of a genuine desire to stop the killings. Instead, they are meant to create the illusion that the international community has now reached a consensus on Syria. This is patently untrue
“They took my three brothers right in front of us in a night raid. This was the toughest night ever. Two days later, two of my brothers were released while the third remained arrested, we haven’t heard anything about him since”
Local relief agencies in Rastan struggle to secure food for young children amid debilitating siege conditions
Countries sponsoring terrorism must come to see they have reached an impasse and need to change their positions if recent Security Council resolutions are to be successful, top advisor to President Assad tells Lebanese TV
The resolution opted for constructive ambiguity and mutual concessions in an attempt to secure a consensus. The result was a final draft outlining the maximum Moscow could get, and the minimum Washington would surrender
Deputy FM says Ankara committing ‘heinous crimes’ against Turkish and Syrian people by supporting terror and curbing freedoms
Raqqa Is Being Slaughtered Silently member shot in the head in front of Sinjar home by masked man
Mudar Hamdoun Abdul Salam dies in a hospital on the Syrian-Turkish border after sustaining serious injuries Wednesday
“The US-led coalition’s shelling of the economic facilities and infrastructure, and the unilateral coercive measures adopted by some countries on the Syrian people are the reason behind the mounting difficult conditions Syria is passing through,” the foreign ministry said
Decision follows Ankara’s decision to unilaterally revoke the 2009 mutual visa exemption agreement between the two countries
Nusra-linked Turkish jihadist kills and wounds dozens in attack on town of al-Eis, southern Aleppo, Islamist group announces
Security sources reveal the Assad regime dispatched a technical team to ISIS-held areas of Deir-ez-Zor province to repair a crucial gas pipeline
The Northern Aleppo towns of Kafra and Sundaft are taken by ISIS as Russian airstrikes weaken rebel forces in the area
President Assad says terrorists are flocking from over 100 countries around the world to Syria, in an effort to transform the country into a hub for terrorism
The secretary general of the Damascus–based opposition Syrian National Democratic Action Commission talks to Syria Times
Body of pilot from downed Russian jet arrives in Turkey, as Ankara and Moscow make preparations for its return
Foreign ministers condemn Turkey for the recent downing of a Russian jet and Ankara’s support for terrorism
Two drivers and an aid worker killed in Russian targeting of warehouse near the Turkish border
Activists say no reported casualties as strikes target aid convoy in northern Idleb following Turkey’s shooting down of Russian jet on Tuesday
Economic, cultural, military and political ties between Moscow and Damascus have reached new phase, Syrian FM tells Russian deputy PM
Russian pilot safe and in good health after jet downed by Turkish air forces, says military source
S-400 missile defense system to be deployed in Syrian coastal base in response to downing of Russian jet on Tuesday, says Russia’s defense minister
Up to 30,000 inhabitants of the mountainous Bayir Bucak area could be forced from their homes in attacks on Turkmen and Arab villages, says Turkish governor
Opposition representatives iron out kinks ahead of meetings in the Saudi capital, as sources report on the Assad regime’s reservations towards the results of the recent Vienna meetings
“I was afraid the regime forces would discover the truth and arrest me, but I never expected to be held captive by Islamist rebels for over 17 days … I was sure I was going to die”
Strikes target Mayadin, Al-Bukamal, Al-Mohassan and areas surrounding Deir-ez-Zor military air base, activists report
Shamiya Front fighters recapture villages of Harajleh and Dalha along the Turkish border, group’s leader announces
President Bashar al-Assad tells Chinese Phoenix TV that you cannot take any concrete political step before defeating terrorism, because this is the biggest obstacle, and this is the prime concern to every Syrian. Following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA, the regime’s official news agency
President Assad gave Italian TV channel RAI UNO an interview. Following is the full text, as published by SANA, the Syrian official news agency
Turkey issues new legistation giving Syrians the right to secure their legal status in the country for the first time
No chance of Syrian president standing in any future Syrian election, says Ankara
“Historic and fateful decisions to reform the situation of Syrian refugees in Turkey to enable them to live in dignity and integration within the Turkish community,” government spokesman tells Turkish media
SIG issues statement condemning the “unacceptable behavior from uncontrolled military factions” wanting to prevent the government from entering Syria
Attempted visit comes in the wake of statements by Turkish officials about the establishment of a buffer zone in Syria’s north, government sources claim
Hopes for Syrian political solution will remain futile as long as Moscow maintains its preconditions on Assad’s departure in an attempt to deprive Obama of a final diplomatic triumph
“What we want from our friends is either to provide a safe environment, or enable the Free Syrian Army to provide it,” says Coalition president
According to Turkey’s Foreigners Act, Syrians are treated as a ‘special case’, and are therefore subject to specific conditions, an interim government official explains
Faisal Mustafa Hajano dies in Turkish hospital after protesting his daughter’s forced recruitment four days earlier
Assad regime responsible for 23 out of 49 documented violations in the third quarter of 2015, report finds
Second attack of its kind to target Tajammu al-Izzah commander Maj. Jamil Saleh since March
The foreign ministers of Russia, US, Turkey and Saudi Arabia said they will reconvene next week, invite other regional powers
Russian FM approves US proposal for urgent peace talks on Syria with representatives of other regional states
After her release, Amal was told she could never return home, as her brothers and uncles would kill her if they were ever to discover she was raped while in prison
Moscow to consider proposal from US to convene international meeting on Syria, with the participation of Jordan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia
Syrians in Turkey should obtain prior permission from the Immigration Department in their provinces of residence to be allowed to travel between Turkish provinces, new decree stipulates
Turkish Ministry of Education schools face severe straining on resources as enrolment of Syrian students witnesses doubling since previous academic year
Counter-terrorism investigators deport hundreds of suspected ISIS recruits attempting to cross into Syria
It is quite interesting that Washington is still blabbering that “there is no place for Assad in a future Syria”
Western nations have recently softened their rhetoric toward Assad in apparent acceptance of the president’s mandate to serve during a transitional period
Sources reveal Maktabi submits resignation after being refused permission to return to Turkey on several occasions
Rebels blame government forces for violating ceasefire with attack on public park
American suspicions increased after the Russians submitted hundreds of requests, to several countries, to gain permission for their military jets to cross the latter’s airspace to reach Syria, and assemble there
Authorities must take quick action to launch foster campaign for over half a million Syrian orphans in Turkey, says writer Fuat Ugur
ISIS plans to open slave market in Raqqa to sell Shiite community members, says local monitoring group
The warm welcome they received in Munich was more than what the Syrian refugees expected
Some Turkish businesses expect that certain legal procedures would be introduced against Syrian immigrants after the parliamentary elections in November
Turkish Confederation of Employer Associations is preparing a report on the impact of Syrian immigration in 18 states of Turkey
“Is this drowned child one of the crowd of refugees that frighten you, Mr. Cameron?” The Independent asks the British Prime Minister
‘Inshallah, she will help me obtain a visa to go and live with my father like all other children’
Kurds suspect a homemade rocket fired by ISIS against Peshmerga forces in northern Iraq contained chemical substances
Mustafa arrived in Turkey and is looking for a job in the Osmanbey Market because the Turkish medical regulators have not recognized his medical license
Opposition factions successfully withstand attack on Marea killing 50 ISIS fighters, says rebel commander
Rebel spokesperson confirms the death of Colonel Jamal Radoun in the southern Turkish city near Syria’s border
Border administration permits entry of around 100 Syrians, with more expected to enter in coming days
Assad has given a lengthy interview to Hezbollah’s channel al-Manar. Below is the interview as translated and published by SANA, the Syrian official news agency
Rebels accuse Assad regime of using Egyptian military equipment against opposition fighters as Damascus denounces Turkey for “supporting terrorist groups”
Captives released to Lebanese authorities following negotiations in Istanbul
“We open our hands to every Arab initiative. We say hello to those who knock on our door as we seek to stop the bloodshed,” Syria’s foreign minister tells Egyptian press
Controversy over reports of overcrowded boat carrying sinking off the Turkish coast
At some point, I was optimistic that all fighting parties would work seriously to reach a political solution, but the recent massacre in Douma killed my optimism
Heavy-handed policing tactics have resulted in the reported death of a child in the Turkish camp of Derik, source tells Zaman al-Wasl
Syria’s information minister dismisses rumors of a so-called Saudi-Syrian meeting regarding bilateral security and political issues
The difference between Moscow and the Syrian opposition has become vulnerable to a change in the past few months due to three factors: changes on the ground in Syria, a shift in regional and international attitudes towards the crisis, and the opposition’s favorable position towards terrorism
“As illegal weapons affect our homeland security, the illegal trading of the Turkish lira harms our national economy, because part of the economic cycle of cash becomes outside the Syrian economic and financial cycle,” anonymous official tells Al-Watan
International support to secure and recover lost artefacts has been denied to Syrian authorities, says Syria’s minister for culture
Following a deterioration of security in Turkey’s south, civilians face harsher border control measures as Ankara expands its war in Syria
Rebels take village from ISIS amid talks of a planned safe zone on the Turkish border
FSA forces killed in ISIS suicide blast in Marea close to the village of Om Hosh, recently seized by the hardline Islamist group
Currency switch aims to protect Syrians’ liquid assets from a collapse of the SYP, says economist
Forces belonging to Al-Qaeda’s Syria wing withdraw from positions in the north of Aleppo following a meeting with major opposition factions
Confrontations expected between Turkish forces and ISIS, as officials announce ground operations are likely to commence soon
Islamist rebels apprehend more US-trained rebels, bringing the total to 13 since last week, says monitoring group
Measure taken to ensure the safety of citizens and stabilize the security situation on the Syrian border, according to official announcement
Government working to stop the flow of foreign fighters and end Israel’s support to terrorists in the Golan Heights, says Syria’s representative to the UN
Rebel group will cooperate with Turkish ground forces in the event of an offensive, says chairman
Turkish military responsible for the deaths of several civilians on the border over the past week
Turkey continues to conspire against the Syrian state by supporting terrorism, foreign ministry says
Pro-Assad supporters fleeing rebel fighters are refused entry to the regime-controlled Syrian coast
FSA and YPG fighters force ISIS retreat from Serrin, close to the Turkish border
De Mistura believes that in the Geneva 3 meeting, Iranian backing, representation of the opposition by more than just the coalition, and a Russian-American understanding will eliminate the reasons for the failure of Geneva 2
Shells fired by Turkish artillery fall on Kurdish town of Zur Maghar, injuring four, according to human rights monitoring group
Damascus condemns recent attacks by Turkey as Ankara defends its escalation of military action inside Syrian territory
Clashes erupted as ISIS fighters reportedly attempt to cross into Turkish territory, sources claim
Syrian activists protest the murder of several Syrian refugees by Turkish military while attempting to illegally cross the border
Syrian partners founded a third of new foreign capital companies in Turkey during the first six months of this year
Rebels launch major offensive on regime forces in Osman Hill, killing 10 pro-regime fighters and injuring others, says FSA commander
Establishment of new council an attempt to sabotage efforts to form a unified national command, according to Coalition statement
Former Syrian officer slain while returning to the town of Anadan
Refugees escaping Syria often pay thousands of dollars for inadequate forged documents to pass regime checkpoints, says activist
Hundreds of Syrians seek refuge in neighboring Turkey after being forced from their homes in northern Syria, according to local sources
Some American and European officials believe that the regime and its allies are leaking this kind of information to reduce pressure on it, and give the impression that ISIS is the only possible alternative
Counterterrorism raids one of the largest police operations against ISIS in Turkey
Syrians residing in Turkey permitted to return home to celebrate the breaking of Ramadan, according to news sources
Turkey’s border city receives Syrian families fleeing ISIS and Assad forces
Assad’s influence in Syria has increased today more than ever. All those fighting terrorism support him, and stand with him. The whole world supports Assad, after Obama wiped away the red lines. All Arab rulers support him because their survival is related to his.
The Association of Syrian Economists was putting forward the plan in order to put economic pressure on the regime so as to speed up its downfall
Military intervention on behalf of Syria’s neighbors would further complicate regional problems, says Iran’s deputy foreign minister
Decision to intervene comes after the Kurdish forces attempted to create an independent Kurdish entity in northern Syria, Turkish media reports
Some countries in the Security Council deal with human rights principles as “a pressing tool to liquidate their political accounts”, says Syria’s representative to the UN
Former US ambassador to Syria’s three alternative outcomes to the Syrian conflict ignores the possibility of a fourth, non-military option
Information minister calls on all citizens to bear arms in defense of Hassakeh as ISIS forces advance on the city
Kurdish militias evacuate and loot properties in northern province of Raqqa, activists claim
Kurdish fighters from the People’s Protection Units (YPG) have captured the base known as Brigade 93 near the town of Ain Issa
“I call on the National Coalition and its staff to visit the area in order to obtain all the facts, as there are parties who deliberately mislead for clear agendas”, says Khatib
Armed opposition fighters deny reports of an ISIS presence in the northern Syrian camp , home to over 65,000 refugees
Fighting in the area has prompted thousands of civilians to flee over the nearby Turkish border, with some waiting up to 10 days to be approved entry
Library will act as an Arabic education center with the aim to provide a number of educational and artistic workshops, lectures and seminars
Thousands of Syrians displaced in border town as ISIS forces blow up bridges surrounding the northern city
Leen speaks of her loss and struggle as she leaves her home in Syria for Istanbul
The Raqqa civil society activists discuss what should be done and see if they can come to a consensus about the best strategy for administering northern Raqqa
Islamist fighters open fire on a group of villagers protesting the confiscation of a family home in the northern town of Qalb Loza
PM Halaqi says government is working towards implementing decisions to support the Syrian Arab Army, while taking care of martyrs’ families
Thousands of Syrians flee Kurdish militias in country’s northern province amid accusations of the depopulation of Arab areas
Syrian gold prices remain stable amid drop in global markets
Alliance of Peace and Freedom delegation meets with people assembly speaker to discuss the spread of terrorism throughout the Mediterranean region
Damascus condemns Turkey for its support of terrorists inside Syria, calling for UN action against Ankara
Coalition member says similarities between Egypt and Saudi Arabia’s visions would help reach a shared view on the Syrian issue, particularly on the fate of President Bashar al-Assad
A group of Syrians and Palestinians caught escaping to Greece from Izmir have reportedly been deported back into Syrian territory by Turkish authorities
Media organizations continue to promote material aimed at provoking terrorism, violence and the spread of foreign fighters, says Syria’s representative to the UN
Investments are designed to expand long-term cooperation through oil and gas extraction, the construction of power plants and networks, and the establishment of new medical facilities
Islamic political bloc holds first conference inside Syria calling for the re-establishment of an Islamic caliphate and the unification of all Muslims
Continual changes in appointment requirements anger Syrians wishing to seek consular assistance
Turkey’s prime minister says international community must coordinate and cooperate to confront ISIS terrorism
Most of those who fled the fighting took shelter in schools in neighboring towns, or in refugee camps on the Turkish border
The unauthorized crossing of Turkey’s PM into Syrian territory is evidence of Ankara’s flagrant disregard for international law and the sovereignty of nations, claims Syrian deputy foreign minister
Ahmet Davutoglu crosses into Syria to visit the tomb of Suleyman Shah as approval ratings slump ahead of next month’s parliamentary elections
Rebel commander re-enters northern Syria with dozens of troops as Kurdish and FSA forces continue to battle ISIS fighters in the region
Fighting in Idleb and Jisr al-Shughour has forced thousands of families to seek refuge in the small northern town of Salqin as relief efforts in the area are stretched thin
Demonstrations erupt in Turkey’s eastern region accusing Ankara of supporting terrorist organizations in Syria
US administration would support military escalation in Syria, but it wants a clear political-military plan for the post-Assad stage, according to Western diplomatic sources
PLO delegation will meet with government officials in Damascus to discuss a response to recent events inside Syria’s Palestinian refugee camps
Zoubi claims Syrian government will move to punish every individual who has benefited from the war in Syria, regardless of their political stance
New leaked reports reveals Syrian intelligence was responsible for a car bomb attack on the southern Turkish border town of Reyhanli in 2013
Amid allegations of mistreatment by consulate officials and Turkish police, Syrian citizens are paying hundreds of dollars to renew their passports
Import tax on Turkish goods will be used to fund the reconstruction of developing villages in Syria
Over 30 pro-regime supporters executed by terrorist groups in the center of Idleb’s Jisr al-Shughour
Speaker Laham condemned the Armenian genocide on centenary, likening the massacres to terrorism in present-day Syria and Iraq
Difficulties in completing Turkish residency requirements has encouraged permit brokers to exploit Syrian refugees for large amounts of money
Syria’s churches and mosques will continue to pray for peace and amity despite the crimes committed by cross-border terrorists, says Syrian representative to the UN
Syrian rebel groups await formation of a Saudi-Turkish alliance says Zahran Alloush, Islam Army’s leader
Foreign minister says Turkey is continuing its cooperation with the US in training and equipping opposition fighters to establish ‘safe zones’ inside Syria
President Assad gave an interview to France 2 TV. Following is the full text, as published by SANA news agency
Activists claim Expressen newspaper conducted partial interview with Syrian president in response to the regime’s release of Swedish reporter
Turkish authorities deport the son of a British official for illegally travelling to Syria
Website ceases monitoring the dollar exchange rate following accusations the site is responsible for currency speculation, resulting in a huge drop in the Syrian Pound
Commander says Southern Front aims to repeat the recent success of opposition forces in Idleb in their bid to control Daraa
Car crash leads to the death of 11 members from one Syrian family en route to Istanbul
Black predicts political demise of the Syrian opposition, warning that by cooperating with Saudi Arabia, the United States is complicit in exporting terrorists to the world
Turkish artillery strikes regime positions after Syrian rocket falls on Turkish border town
SIG Prime Minister continues to deny government’s failures in the face of dire bankruptcy
Former Coalition president claims John Kerry’s recent remarks ignore US policy in the region, as well as the American values of human rights and democracy
SIG’s recent financial concerns see government returning rental cars after failing to pay contract
Parliament calls for international efforts against aggression and terrorism on the 100th anniversary of the Armenian genocide
Residents of Atama refugee camp demonstrate against regime bombing of Idleb civilians with poisonous gases
Coalition President claims SNC’s political program does not currently include plans to replace the SIG with local offices
President Khoja calls on the Obama administration to separate the Iranian nuclear file from the Syrian crisis
There is now an absence of an effective Arab axis, capable of countering Iranian ambitions that exploit sectarian divides, along with the Israeli ambition to fragment and burn the region
President Assad meets with Turkish delegation to discuss Ankara’s support for terrorism
Turkish delegation called upon to uphold ties between two countries for purposes of peace while meeting with Syria’s FM in Damascus
Khaled Yacoub Oweis, a visiting fellow at SWP, the German international affairs think tank, argues that the objective of international envoy to Syria Staffan de Mistura should be the protection of civilians and not the creation of freeze zones, which, short of a balance of interests on the ground, will become killing fields
Move by Turkish military considered an ‘intentional violation of the sanctity of Syrian territory and national sovereignty’
Source claims Ankara sought to “avoid clashes” with the extremist group during its evacuation of the tomb of Suleyman Shah
Turkey’s crossing into Syrian territory proves Ankara’s connection with ISIS, Foreign Ministry says
Details of future meetings between opposition and regional powers revealed by Coordination Commission chair
Kurds advance in countryside of Kobani reaches borders of Raqqa province
Regime surprise attack thwarted by opposition forces in the countryside of Aleppo, blocking supply route into the city
Literary evening brings together Syrian poets and writers at event hosted by the Interim Government’s Ministry of Culture in Gaziantep
Syrian National Coalition president says opposition is fighting Iran, not Assad
Through a series of workshops the NGO seeks to build the confidence of disadvantaged youth, including those coping with mental difficulties, and will soon look to help some of the youngest and most vulnerable victims the Syrian conflict
Terrorists bomb Aleppo’s Umayyad Mosque’s eastern wall in new attack
Third round of consultative meeting held in Moscow, Syrian government pays tribute to martyrs and victims of terrorism
A witness has said, “People are dancing and singing, there are fireworks. Everyone feels a huge sense of relief”
Across the border in Turkey, increasing demand and local resentment are making accommodation hard to find
Israel committed to perpetual war in Syria while Turkey’s relationship with ISIS is bound to mirror that of Pakistan and Al-Qaeda, says Deputy PM Muallem
Young men of Hasskeh fear mandatory service, forcing many to escape for Turkey
The UN plan did not even see the light of day; instead, it remained an “initiative project”
Opposition groups prioritized fighting the FSA instead of the regime
The creation of a Kurdish state inside Syria would likely involve further conflict with bordering countries
While Al-Qaeda continues to threaten Western capitals, it was in Paris that the strands of Yemen and Syria were interwoven
Mass on centennial of Ottoman genocide against the Assyrians held in Damascus
Turkish Foreign Minister Cavusoglu confirms Turkey is route for terrorists to infiltrate Syria
Khaled Khoja’s election could help in keeping Syria on the international agenda
The grandchildren of legendary Syrian poet Khalil Mardam Bey have converted the family home into a cultural center in the heart of Damascus’ historic Old City
A delegation from the two NGOs distributed “winter aid” to dozens of displaced Syrian and Turkmen families
The Shura Council sent a clear message that the Brotherhood is finally opening a new chapter in its history
The first batch of FSA fighters is to enter Syria from the Turkish border
Jaafari clarified that the Turkish government prevents OCHA workers from using the Nusaybin border crossing for allowing aid to enter the country
The Iranian official stressed that Moscow’s support to Syria and Iraq is concrete
Most of the Syrian refugees in Egypt live in slums
Syrians are opening restaurants in new host countries, filling the void of pain and nostalgia
Shaaban says Syria can play a key role in combating terrorism
Putin met his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Turkey
The homes are part of an initiative known as “Beit Olfa” which was started by Dima Hajj Darwich and her family after they fled the town of Ariha in Syria’s Idleb governorate
Hadi al-Bahra said: “We have to concentrate on Syria to solve the problem with a comprehensive political solution which provides peace”
According to Al-Akhbar, Muallem is pessimisic towards the two initiatives
Khatib met defectors in the Turkish camps eager for any sign of hope
Assad would exit power and a hybrid administration consisting of the remains of the current government and the moderate opposition would be formed, and each party would continue to control the areas it currently oversees
Bilgic highlighted the importance of establishing a no-fly zone and a safe haven in the region as well
Jaafari cited media reports documenting the role of the Saudi and Qatari regimes in supporting terrorist organizations in Syria
Washington is not convinced by the envoy’s “bottom up” approach
The Mahmud Jawabra championship is organized by the Free General Commission for Youth and Sports in collaboration with the Next Day organization
Asharq Al-Awsat speaks with the US State Department’s Daniel Rubinstein about continuing efforts to secure a political solution to the conflict
Minister says Syrians will not forget that the Turkish regime has supported, financed, armed and harbored terrorists
Group now requires European recruits to undergo background checks, fearing infiltration by Western intelligence agents
Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem spoke to Al-Akhbar unreservedly, and tells the reporter to“publish whatever you see fit from what I said. I will let you judge the situation”
Foreign Ministry says the relation between Turkey and terrorist organizations constitutes a breach of the U.N. Security Council’s resolutions
Turkey’s policy on Syria serves the national interests of Syrians and its own people
Report indicates the Turkish community’s general satisfaction with the Syrian presence in their country
The regime is now trying to lift the blockade imposed by Syrian rebels and Islamist fighters on the neighborhoods and nearby villages still loyal to Assad in Aleppo, as well as seizing the military initiative in the rest of northwestern Syria
The U.S. airstrikes on ISIS bastions have pushed loyalists of the extremist group to fight under its banner
Moscow, Tehran and Damascus hope that fighting ISIS will help restore the regime’s legitimacy and Iran also wants a place in the new regional system that is emerging
Some opposition figures could not travel because they had been in exile or without passports
Mikdad says the relationship between the Turkish regime and the ISIS terrorists is no longer hidden
The Kobani operation has brought the people of Iraqi Kurdistan closer to Baghdad, paving the way for the convergence of interests between Iraq’s central government and Kurdish parties
Shortsighted policy results in ineffective airstrikes with no partner on the ground
Besma is just one of thousands of Syrian children caught up in the unforgiving conflict in her home country who have fled to Turkey
Why does Ankara refuse to play a decisive role and leave the area open to others —is it afraid of military involvement?
Munther Khaddam says request by Syria envoy to open the Turkish border for volunteers to fight against ISIS was unusual
Foreign Ministry slams Turkey’s attempts to create a buffer zone inside Syria as a violation of the principles, goals and Charter of the U.N.
Nusra said the priority will be for old men, women and children, with no further details about when or where the exchange will take place
Ankara worries divisions between FSA factions may lead to problems domestically
De Mistura called on Turkish authorities to allow Kurdish volunteers and their equipment to enter the city of Ayn al-Arab to help defend it against ISIS
Decision made with Turkish and Qatari agreement
Stoltenberg said buffer zone is not being discussed by NATO member states
Ban said that ISIS is continuously carrying out its “barbarous campaign” and committing extensive violations of human rights
Arin Mirkan blew herself up in a suicidal attack carried out at an IS position in Mishtenur hill east of Kobani city
Hospital manager says the facility was better off before joining the Coalition
Defense Minister İsmet Yılmaz, speaking before the parliamentary vote, said immediate steps should not be expected after the motion is passed
Started in Aleppo, the group has decreased in numbers, and now performs in Turkey
Huge numbers of Kurdish refugees have arrived in Turkey after the recent IS attack on Kobani
Suri singled out those Arab countries, saying they had lined up “on the side of oppression and of the infidels” and that “this will have consequences”
There is a notable absence of Syrians among the decision-makers
At least three children have been killed in U.S. strikes
Turkey does not seem concerned with the fall of Kobani to IS, despite threats to the peace process with the Kurds
Zaman al-Wasl sources said 3,000 young Kurds returned from Turkish border to join YPG
Since the outbreak of the Syrian revolution, Kobani has demonstrated in solidarity with the other Syrian cities
The refugees are mainly Kurds fleeing IS
Hivaron Shareef, the representative of the Kurdish Council in NC, political commission member, and Yahiya Maktabi, were arrested at a Turkish airport
2.3 million children have been displaced inside Syria, of whom 1.4 million children are outside the framework of the educational process because of the destruction of at least 3,873 schools by the regime’s forces or because of the circumstances of displacement, extreme poverty as well as the lack of security and safety
Foreign Ministry says the destructive role played by the Turkish government has become clear
Secret meeting held recently in the southern Turkish city of Gaziantep by Toumeh’s supporters from Deir El-Zor
The evictions come in response to complaints by Turkish residents
Rally marked International Day of Peace, commemorated annually on 1 September
Signs, slogans and chants were raised praising Bashar Assad
Decision comes after Coalition meeting with Turkey’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding residencies
The most visible example of the Palestinian tragedy in Syria is the destruction of the camps
Hashish farmers pay factions protection money
This media uproar will not bring James Foley back to life
Turkey's wideely read newspaper Hurriyet reported Monday that hundreds of Istanbul residents angered by the presence of Syrian refugees clashed with police early Aug. 25
Turkish officials roll up sleeves aganist the xenophobia toward 1.128 million Syrian refugees as the biometric registration of 740,000 Syrians is finalized
ideas focus on power and food security
Minister sas Syria will spare no effort to combat terrorism
İskenderun District Governor Özyiğit dismissed the allegation and said the Turkish child hadn’t been subjected to sexual harassment as alleged.
After the murder of a Turk in Gaziantep by a Syrian man, many fear hostility will spread
CNN reports that the U.S. Special Forces captured Baghdadi in Fallujah in 2004
Bahra says relations between the Coalition and the Turkish government are good
Reports said the Turkish owner of the house wanted to evict the Syrian renter for failing to pay the rent
Maarouf criticizes Nusra’s style
Exceptional residency visas will be replaced with one-year humanitarian visas
Syrians bought the most sweets, thought less than they used to at home
Tanrikulu categorically dismissed the claim that the trucks were transporting humanitarian aid into Syria
Syrians are exploiting the need for accommodation, creating a new mini-market
The persistence of the conflict and the ever growing number of urban refugees is creating a set of tough challenges for Turkey
Office administrator says the group assists those who want to return to Syria under the presidential amnesty
Education officials in Idlib province say interim government not doing enough to support them
The crossing was closed following a disagreement between Ahrar as-Sham, Islamic Front
Nada sat her exams in June in Kansafra, one of 34 towns in the Jabal al-Zawiya area, home to around 100,000 residents and under the armed opposition’s control for the last year-and-a-half
The fighters responded to a call from PKK which is outlawed in Turkey and has branches in Iran, Iraq and Syria
Poverty forces fathers to sell their daughters to pay the rent for a hut to house the rest of the family members
Although attention was first focused on the role of a plan for a Qatari pipeline to Europe through Syria in Doha’s efforts to topple the regime there, other parties tried to take advantage of the war in Syria to present themselves as a future alternative
The militant group’s capture of Mosul two weeks ago proves that Abu-Bakr Al-Baghdadi and his lieutenants can think strategically
Brahimi said he believes Assad never thought of stepping down or making any concessions
Faraj al-Awar writes on Hezbollah’s involvement in the Syrian affair
This is the outcome of the West’s bon-pour-l’Orient approach to politics in the region, dividing political power between ethnic and/or religious groups
The battle in Iraq could stretch the forces fighting the militants in Syria
This year, it seems Syrians will not be able to watch World Cup matches from their homes. Some may even say that tensions between Damascus and Doha have spilled over to sports, with Qatar’s beIN SPORTS holding the exclusive rights to broadcast the games in the region
A jihadi source linked to the organization explained: “The journey of jihad taught us not to easily trust people outside our denomination, no matter how much they claim to support the jihad
What happened was that the boat hit a floating tree branch as it was spinning and was punctured. We were all fighting against the river water to survive
Syrians regularly experience unfair treatment at the workplace. Besides receiving lower wages, Syrians are expected to work longer hours
The attack is believed to be the first committed by jihadi fighters who had returned from Syria
The persistence of the conflict and the ever growing number of urban refugees is creating a set of tough challenges for Turkey
Girl says that she was the victim of a gang who used her to collect donations due to her skin disease
Jaafari said outgoing U.N. envoy Lakhdar Brahimi made many mistakes
Sources say Damascus and its allies suggested the European Union’s High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy, Javier Solana
An interview with Omar Dahi on the dramatic situation of Syrian refugees, whose numbers continue to increase and who feel abandoned by the world.
Surrounded by war or forced into exile, Syrians are turning to forgers to secure essential identification documents
Chechen jihadists have been fighting in Syria since 2012 with direct clerical guidance and indirect involvement by a number of intelligence agencies
Labor Day comes this year while Syria is still facing a vicious global war and conspiracies led by the US, Israel, and western governments and the Arab petro-dollar states
The Syrian Government is targeting Turkish companies accused of “harming the Syrian economy.”
The Syrian National Coalition is living on borrowed time. Unless it can develop credible political leadership and effective administration inside Syria, the outlook for those trying to make it succeed looks bleak
Hollande said the four were in “good health, in spite of the very grueling conditions of their captivity.” They will be taken to France in the coming hours, he said in a statement
Even Syrians who have escaped their war-torn country into Turkey continue to have their lives dominated by the Syrian regime’s far-reaching bureaucracy
Despite the difficulty of his job and the heavy responsibility he carries, Mahmoud feels proud to help his family
Zoubi says presidential elections do not contradict the Geneva communiqué
Jaafari says Syrian authorities intercepted phone calls between rebels planning the attack
With Syria’s rebels nearing the strategic costal city of Latakia, the heartland of President Bashar Al-Assad’s Alawite sect, a major change in the Syrian war could be near. But what is clear is that for the fighters, nothing will ever be the same
The economic impact of the arrival of Syrian refugees has been greater than what the Turkish government predicted. Prices have increased in the country, especially in border cities
New command working on resolving internal divisions and problems
Syrian foreign ministry complains to the U.N. in two formal letters
Engaging directly with Syria presents a risky strategy for Erdogan
The Kuwaiti role involved not only creating military operation rooms and directing the course of certain battles, but also giving direct orders to commit massacres and then boasting about them
Lavrov says he expects the disposal of Syria’s chemical weapons to be completed by mid-2014
Turkish President Abdullah Gul has vowed to protect the Suleyman Shah Tomb in Syria if it comes under attack
Syria denounces move as “blatant aggression”
Festival aimed to remind people of the great uprising that stood against tyranny
Syrian children are suffering from improvised Turkish policy, the absence of a clear vision from the Coalition, poor financial resources and the absence of a real and effective role for U.N.
In the last week of 2013, ISIS raided Kfar Nabel’s Media Office
The prices in the markets of Kfar Nabel, a city of over 30,000, were affected by the repeated closure of the Bab Al-Hawa crossing, around 100 kilometers from the city
The market offers revealing insights into life lived under war
The Syrian issue was used in the electoral campaign and there is no reason to fear the Republican People’s Party because Turkey is an institutional country
Jamous praises assistance from Turkish state
European fighters are being transported through Lebanon’s commercial airport in Beirut
Difficulties emerge as a result of the Turkish policy of recognizing refugees as “guests”
There is talk of the opposition occupying Syria’s seat at the Arab League
Residents say the Kurdish militias are employing brutal and repressive tactics against Arabs
What is needed is a halt to the attacks and recriminations along with a reorientation towards the East
The movement claims to have 1,000 fighters in Syria fighting beside the Nusra Front and the Islamic State of Iraq and Greater Syria
The SMC announced Sunday that Idriss had been removed from his post as head of the Supreme Military Council
The regime is using the gold reserves after having already used up everything that had been set aside for investment, everything that it could sell
Refugees from the Golan, Abu Majd and his family have moved from Lebanon, to Egypt. He tried smuggling to Europe, only to arrive in Turkey where he is still looking for work
Assad enjoys immense popularity as the most popular Arab leader, the editorial in the newspaper says
Caution towards the talks reflects a lack of faith in the international community
Below is the speech of Assad’s Foreign Minister at the Geneva 2 talks as published by SANA, the official news agency
An interview with Yasser Munif on Manbij, a city governed by a revolutionary council and that saw the creation of Syria’s first free trade union and independent police force
Report concludes photos are evidence of war crimes, crimes against humanity
Assad appeared at ease, wearing a navy blue suit and smiling regularly throughout the 45-minute interview
The Coalition is in crisis after mass resignations
Zoubi rejects any agreement at Geneva Will be Put to a National referendum
The front has been engaged in fierce battles against Al-Qaeda since Friday
The men were trapped using the offer of fake passports to escape Syria
Hannah Lucinda Smith Looks back at Syria in 2013 and the human face of the conflict
2.5 million vaccinations were delivered by the Syrian Working Group to Fight Polio
U.S. policy on Syria has been contradictory from the very beginning of the crisis
Talks between the two seemed to have broken down on Friday over who would represent the Syrian Kurdish people at the upcoming UN-brokered peace conference
More than 100 people were killed in four days of air attacks
Secretary of State says US meeting with Islamic Front “possible,” despite aid freeze
Asharq Al-Awsat speaks with Syrian interim government Prime Minister Ahmed Touhmeh about recent developments on the ground in Syria and the upcoming Geneva II peace conference
Syria’s newest Islamist party has admirably liberal ambitions. But it lacks the substance to become a viable, functioning party able to survive the current conflict.
Syrian opposition fragments following reports of clashes between rebel groups near Bab El-Hawa
Jafaari says Saudi offered amnesty to criminals wishing to fight in Syria
SFA chief says that the Free Syrian Army would be ready to join the regular Syrian army in fighting ISIS
Jamous said there must be dialogue with Russia given its ability to veto resolutions at the Security Council
All the rooted revolutions were in some way or another civil wars
The camp has been set up for Christians in the Mardin district in southeast turkey
Saleh died in Turkey eight days after he was injured in airstrikes in Aleppo
A prominent advocate for Syrian detainess said that the Lieutenant Colonel Hussein Harmoush is still alive and has not been executed as some believed
Rebels issue statement calling for unification
Tensions were running high between the two men after two days of meetings on joining the Geneva II conference and the inclusion of the Kurds in the Coalition
The haul of sulphur and another unidentified substance will be examined by a team of army specialists, a Turkish army statement said
Foreign Minister says rebels targeting humanitarian relief
Border crossings remain a key strategic resource for rebel groups, but Syria’s neighbors are growing increasingly concerned about Islamist groups taking control of checkpoints
Reports suggest U.S. has been unable to stop Gulf money reaching extremists
The FPF accused Abu Musaab of booby-trapping a school under the control of the PYD, and clashes between the two sides continued for two days
Since domestic consumption is increasing (258,000 barrels per day in early 2011), Syria was forced to import some petroleum products
As usual, the regime will not let people enjoy happy events, such as the release of Tal
Although there are 11 hospitals in Southern idlib, there are only 40 doctors for a population of about 400,000 people
Dozens of women are still being held in Syrian prisons
No detainees have been received by the Turkish authorities from the Assad regime, as was agreed with the mediators
In this report, VDC in Syria talks about two attacks “with incendiary weapons” that took place in less than a month
Kerry’s high and excessive doses of Saudi, Turkish and Qatari lamentations and perhaps petrodollars made him lose his reasoning, and posture as secretary for a powerful country like the USA
The significance of the aggressive Turkish stance against extremist Islamist groups is that it corrects inaccurate views in both Syria and Turkey
25 thousand homeless Syrians in Gaziantep, many of whom have found no place of residence except for the city’sabundantly scattered parks
Assad denies reports holding that a member of Fatah’s central committee, had brought him a message from the new emir of Qatar
The deal was reached between the two parties to prevent Syrians from influencing the decision
Assad would not hesitate to run for the next presidential elections if this is the desire of the Syrian people
All the rumors about our family during the crisis arefull of baseless lies, Assad says
Opposition Sharia Council cuts off internet service to millions of residents and displaced refugees living in the city
Erdogan has never uttered a single truthful word since the crisis in Syria began: Assad
ISIS is now attracting Arab mujahideen in great numbers, as well as a large proportion of young Syrians who have embraced al-Qaeda’s ideology
Marathon meetings held to try to bring FSA leaders together
Jarablous border crossing is now the only available exit for hundreds of Syrians fleeing the country daily
The Coalition delegation will also deliver a speech at the meeting of the General Assembly
Syrian patients, including medical staff, who are targeted in the Assad regime’s hospital attacks are receiving treatment in Turkish hospitals
Source says fighting erupted when ISIS fighters tried to seize a German doctor
As long as there is a crisis in the country, the government will make excuses for all its errors, irregularities, abuses and cases of waste and corruption
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Russia is currently analysing the data
Army statement says Turkish response was hasty
Three F-16 jets, fully armed and loaded, took off from the south eastern Turkish province of Diyarbakır
The Syrian opposition and the Syrian public had contradictory feelings regarding both the American strike against the Assad regime
The Council will nominate five names for the position of Secretary of Defense and five names for the position of Minister of the Interior
Merhan Bertezlean described Assad as someone who has been “deceived”
Three Russian warships have crossed the Turkish Bosphorous
Abdel Tawwab Shahrour claims to carry evidence of the involvement of President Bashar Assad in the use of chemical weapons in the attack on Khan al-Assal
America has waged many wars, but has never been able to achieve its political objectives from any of them: Assad
The Syrian Jewish population was distributed between Damascus, Aleppo and Qamishli; most left after the regime lifted an emigration ban on all Jews in 1992
Khalid Saleh, the Head of Media Office of the National coalition, held his weekly press conference. Below are the transcript as distributed by the Coalition.
While prices increase with the increase of the value of the dollar, they do not decrease when the dollar goes down
Syria says it will do everything in its power to supply the inquiry commission with all the confirmed information it has
Price rise applies to hostile countries and those hosting Syrian refugees
The move was a response to Erdogan’s policy on Syria and protesters in Turkey
The war has finally reached the wallets of Syria’s middle class
The Russian results indicate the nerve agent was fired by rebels with unguided missiles
Turkey’s Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu received Syria’s newly elected leader of National Coalition Ahmad Jarba
Johnny Abo writes for The Syrian Observer on the ‘liberated’ town of Kafar Nubbol: The inhabitants are accustomed to war and the daily lifestyle despite the difficulties and the scent of death and destruction everywhere
Zoubi says there is no place for non-Syrians in the national dialogue
Syrians in Idlib can no longer afford their basic daily food requirements
U.N. envoy says report omits important developments in the Syrian Golan
Subsistence living in a once thriving city
Protesters denounce Erdogan’s policies on Syria and his crackdown on demonstrations in Turkey
Arab League Secretary-General says Geneva II will likely take place in July
The fall of the Syrian town of Qusair to Assad’s forces shows that the regime is poised to secure its position for the long term. The opposition must address its serious shortcomings
Dozens of Syrian children have been admitted to Turkish hospitals
While the fighting in Syria drags on, another danger looms ever larger
Chemical weapons used by rebels came from Turkey
What is happening in the region today is a result of the Neo-Conservative plan by the United States
Turkish PM says Syrian President Bashar Assad has surpassed his father in crimes and massacres, and he will have to pay the price sooner or later
Yazigi was returning from Turkey, where he was involved in discussions for the release of the two abducted bishops of Aleppo, Yohanna Ibrahim and Paul Yazigi.
Information Minister Omran al-Zoubion Sunday called for the release of all prisoners of conscience in Turkey, saying there is no justification for the arrest of
Officials at the Foreign and Expatriates Ministry Sunday have Syrians against travel to Turkey during the country's period of unrest. An official ministry source
France says 150 French fighting alongside jihadists in Syria, and the government is angry with a leaked video that shows her Ambassador reprimanding opposition figures in Istanbul
The Syrian ambassador to Jordan, who a cousin of Assad, the father, warns of a “third World War”, and lashes on turkey and the Gulf states, describing them as “Sheikhdoms of gas and oil
The Syrian National Coalition, in coordination with Geneva Call, has released a series of Internet and television advertisements aiming to educate Syrians about the rules of warfare and human rights.
Below is the full interview as published by SANA, the state’s news agency, of an interview given by President Bashar Al-Assad to Argentinian daily, Clarin.
Visitors crossing from Turkey to Ras al-Ayn, a sleepy border town in eastern Syria, are now welcomed by the unlikeliest of characters: a Catholic member of what is considered an extremist Islamist rebel group.
The Syrian press call Turkish PM to resign and accuses the opposition of contacting Israel
For analysts familiar with the politics of Syria, the country’s descent into chaos amounts to an all-too-predictable pattern. It also parallels what Rami Makhlouf, a major regime figure and first cousin of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, bluntly announced that, among other things, Syrians faced the Assad regime or domestic and regional chaos.
Syria’s ministerial committee overseeing the implementation of a political program to end the crisis in the country met Monday, warning that terrorist groups in the country would face annihilation by the Syrian army.
Antakya residents have taken to the streets daily to express their rage and condemnation at Ankara’s support for the Syrian opposition fighters following the bloody double bombing which struck Reyhanli in southern Turkey Saturday.
Syrian Information Minister, Omran al-Zoubi Sunday condemned the bombings which rocked the city ofReyhanliin southern Turkey as terrorist act and an affront to all moral, human and legal standards.
A Turkish newspaper said Sunday that the Syrian President, Bashar Assad, has sought political refuge for himself and his family as a result of the conflict in Syria.
The former president of Syrian National Council, Abdul Basset Seida said that the a replacement for Ghassan Hitto, the current president of the Syrian Transitional Government is possible during a meeting of the executive body of the Coalition decided to be held in Istanbul on 11-12 May.
Sana: “the bravery of Erdogan reveals in sending chemical weapons to terrorists in Syria, in explosive cars and in training terrorists who kill people and destroy graves and mosques and in stealing factories”.
The temporary president of the National Coalition George Sabra said that: “the coalition has enough information to say that the kidnapped bishops Bolos Al- Yaziji and Youhanna Ibrahim are fine and we will resume the efforts to release them”.
An opposition website says the two bishops were kidnapped by the Chechen Brigade, which has close relations with the regime’s security agencies
Our major desire is for Bashar Al-Assad to act realistically, and not to remain detached from reality. His persistence in his current approach means bringing greater and greater ruin to Syria.
The SNC is fragile, and more likely to implode than become institutionalised. This is highlighted by three issues: the political initiative of its then president, Ahmed Moaz al-Khatib, in proposing talks with the regime; the decision in Istanbul to form a Syrian government in exile; and the fact that Syria’s seat in the Arab League was handed over to the SNC at the recent meeting in Doha.
Syria was in the third place internationally in terms of security but an internationally- and Gulf-backed element of destruction represented in the terrorist groups with takfiri thinking worked to sabotage the atmosphere of security in Syria, says al-Jaafari
President Bashar al-Assad said that foreign interference is a red line, adding that if the unrest in Syria leads to the partitioning of the country or if the terrorist forces take control of Syria, or both of the above, the situation will inevitably first spill over into neighboring countries and then create a domino effect throughout the Middle East and beyond.
Several bodies of international law provide standards applicable to the Syrian crisis, including international humanitarian law, international criminal law, and international human rights law
Cholera causes extreme vomiting and diarrhea, and kills through dehydration and kidney failure. Sufferers lose two liters of water from their bodies in a single day, and need ten bags of saline to replace it.
Loss of Al Thawra dam reverberates through Damascus.
As a part of the various civilian activities which are led by the center of civil society and democracy in Syria (CCCDS), a four-observer team went to the camp in 16-1-2012 to supervise the elections and the procedures of voting in the five electoral centers where the voters were able to choose their candidates for the positions of governors and their assistants.
Minister of information Omran al-Zoubi said Syria and the Syrian people are fighting terrorist groups linked to al-Qaeda and supported directly by Qatar, the Turkish government and many other countries that have agendas in the region.
Gen. al-Freij said that the Israeli enemy instructed the armed terrorist groups to attack Syria’s air defenses because the Israeli enemy knows that Syria has air defenses that cover the whole country and prevent its aircrafts from carrying out any violation without the knowledge of the Syrian Army.
What is happening in the area of Ras al-Ain is a result of the security chaos created by the Syrian regime with its reliance on using violence to respond even to nonviolent protesters and opponents. This has led to the spread of arms and the escalation of armed conflict. This in turn is contributing to the spread of civil fights that is threatening many areas in the country among which Ras al-Ain.
The Kurdish Yekiti (Unity) Party said in a statement a copy of which was obtained by the Syrian Observer that the “fighting serves only the Turkish agenda but harms the Syrian revolution.”
President Bashar al-Assad gave a speech on Saturday that created a lot of reactions by local and international actors. Below is the text of the speech as translated by the Syrian official news agency (SANA).
An opposition Alawite religious cleric who recently fled to the Turkish town of Antakya revealed that “the Alawite community is living in a state of great fear, after we have become aware that the collapse of the al-Assad regime is imminent, which will place us at the mercy of fierce reprisals from the Sunni majority.”
“The various opposition forces – whether armed or civilian, or linked to foreign powers – cannot claim they are the sole legitimate representatives of the Syrian people,” he added, calling for confidence-building measures between the regime and the rebels.
A leading NCC member says the largest opposition group inside Syria is to oust a controversial leading member and a Kurdish political Party in a meeting in Cairo.
Protesters, accusing the Turkish premier of being an agent of the United States, demanded an end to his meddlesome involvement in Syria.
“The Russian-Chinese veto has foiled this imperialist intervention three times, to uphold the international law regarding the Syrian case.”