Antoine Kassis, 59, a dual Syrian-Lebanese national, was convicted on charges that included operating a transnational drug-trafficking network, conspiring to provide material support to a terrorist organization, and engaging in international money laundering.
In a televised address that signalled a dramatic evolution in the political posture of the Druze leadership, Sheikh al-Hijri voiced unambiguous support for the military operations undertaken by the United States and Israel against Iranian influence in the region.
Washington and Damascus are publicly emphasizing de-escalation, even as the underlying pressures for a broader realignment of regional power continue to intensify.
Expanding the battlefield has long been central to Iran’s strategy, relying on Iraq, Yemen, and Lebanon as buffers, Ultra Syria writes.
The first federal court proceedings against Syrian war criminal Brigadier General Samir Usman al-Sheikh have begun in Los Angeles, marking an unprecedented moment
The agreement — formalized through a Letter of Agreement under the STAF project — comes as Syria confronts a deeply damaged economy, a sharply contracting GDP, and widespread institutional breakdown after more than a decade of conflict.
This doesn’t means Syria’s economic crisis is over, Ultra Syria writes
President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani launched a rapid diplomatic campaign within hours of the escalation, Syria TV writes.
In a system built on the constant manufacture of enemies, the most destabilizing moment may be the day the enemies run out.
By facilitating the exchange, US mediators are seeking to prevent further escalation in Suweida, Ultra Syria writes.
The transfer has prompted scrutiny over its underlying motives, Ultra Syria writes.
Envoy Barak expressed the interest of major U.S. companies in contributing to Syria’s economic recovery—particularly in the oil and energy sectors—and in opening avenues for international investment.
The United States has begun a full withdrawal of its roughly 2,000 troops from Syria, bringing an end to nearly a decade of military presence, according to U.S. officials cited by The Wall Street Journal.
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said the amendments, made under the Special Economic Measures Act, lift the broad economic embargo imposed on Syrian state institutions since May 2011.
Last Wednesday, an informal briefing was held in the Capitol building in Washington, D.C., addressing issues related to the protection of Druze, Christians, and other minorities in Syria.
Europe’s maneuver in Munich is not only about Syria — it is also a pointed message to Washington, Firas Faham writes in Syria TV.
I24 News reported that Syrian politician Fahd Al-Masri, head of the Free Syria Party, has emerged as a leading candidate for the post of Prime Minister.
The Syrian delegation, which arrived in Munich on Friday, immediately entered a series of intensive meetings with American and European officials, Al-Thawra writes.
According to UN assessments, roughly 3,000 ISIS fighters remain active across Iraq and Syria, with the majority operating inside Syrian territory.
Brian Mast addressed Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa directly, underscoring that while the United States has opened channels of communication, it has not extended endorsement.
Under the Assad government, synagogue keys were reportedly controlled by security agencies. They are now held by a committee under the Foreign Ministry.
Syria’s active leadership in the coalition represents a significant diplomatic shift, Syria TV writes.
The convergence of Saudi investment and American energy-sector interest suggests a deliberate Syrian strategy to reinsert itself into regional and global economic networks, Syria TV writes.
According to an official statement, discussions centred on redeveloping damaged wells, boosting production capacity, and introducing advanced technologies and expertise, al-Thawra writes.
Al Arabiya TV, citing an Iraqi security source, reported on Thursday that U.S. forces have begun withdrawing from the Al-Shaddadi base in Syria’s Al-Hasakah Governorate, heading toward Erbil in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
A report contends that Syria’s long-term stability depends on genuinely opening the political system — empowering parliament, clarifying the role of political parties and social groups, integrating Kurdish communities on equal footing with others, and reducing the dominance of former HTS figures in decision-making.
The signing ceremony drew notable international attention, including the presence of U.S. Envoy to Syria Tom Barak.
Maliki nonetheless outlined a key condition for any normalization: firm assurances that Syrian territory will not be used as a “headquarters or passage for terrorists” seeking to destabilize Iraq.
The Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), the all-female militia within the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), have declared they will maintain their armed presence despite the recent integration agreement between the Syrian government and the SDF.
The American shift coincided with a rapid Syrian military advance east of Aleppo beginning on 6 January
With the SDF file nearing resolution, attention is shifting southward to Suweida province, Ultra Syria writes.
Informed sources told Al-Modon that senior officials in the U.S. administration have warned the Israeli government against providing any form of support to the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), amid rapidly shifting political and security dynamics in Syria—particularly in the country’s north and east.
The U.S. President stressed that Syria’s economic stability forms an essential pillar of stability across the Middle East.
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.
Jeffrey made these remarks in an interview with Voice of America, rejecting characterizations of the partial U.S. withdrawal from northern Syria as a “betrayal of the Kurds.”
Iraq’s prison system is already under severe strain, Daraj writes.
Barrack is in no hurry regarding politics. His obsessions are purely security-driven, Mohammad Al-Salloum argues.
Washington’s efforts “have been appreciated from the beginning,” the director of the American Affairs Department at the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs told Syria TV.
Many analysts contend that the March Agreement has already lost much of its substance, Ultra Syria writes.
“The Israeli position is clear and non-negotiable. There will be no withdrawal from Mount Hermon”, an israeli official said.
Well-informed Syrian-American sources with knowledge of the negotiations told Al-Modon that “the discussions have advanced far beyond what many imagine”
The Ministry of Interior is escalating targeted campaigns to neutralize these resurgent cells, which have claimed lives among Syrian army, General Security, and Customs Police forces.
UNHCR’s representative in Syria, Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, said that approximately 1.3 million Syrian refugees have already returned since December 2024
The convergence of these American statements and Israeli military actions has heightened Syrian concerns that a new, entrenched occupation reality is taking shape in southern Syria.
Lifting the Caesar Act should be seen not as a final achievement but as a phase in testing the Syrian government’s seriousness in building a capable state that is both internally and externally acceptable, Syria TV argues.
“Syria is emerging from a long period of civil unrest and internal conflict,” the White House stated
Public Prosecution Demands Eight-Year Sentence for Syrian Businessman Firas Tlass
Available information indicates that the U.S.-led International Coalition is now encouraging the SDF to engage in security coordination with the Syrian government.
The decisions shaping Syria’s future are being written from within.
The Ministry of Interior Spokesperson added that the Internal Security Command had issued “prior warnings” to partner forces within the International Coalition, alerting them to the potential threat of attacks by ISIS.
Syrian security sources said the attack took place during a joint field patrol near a compound in the Palmyra desert
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.
The meeting between Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and Vladimir Putin appears to have offered both sides an opportunity to reassess the foundations of their political communication, Malek al-Hafez writes in Syria TV.
Syria’s path to economic recovery will not be determined by a single decision in Washington, Hind Khalifa argues in Al-Hal
Mohammad Alaa Ghanem, Head of Political Affairs at the Syrian American Council, confirmed that the vote passed with 312 members in favour and 112 opposed, calling it “the most difficult hurdle, now overcome.”
The U.S. Congress is preparing to debate a proposed amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would repeal the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, al-Modon writes.
The Coalition raid in Marat, therefore, is less as an isolated incident than as part of an ongoing effort to prevent the reactivation of ISIS networks in Deir ez-Zor and beyond.
Sheikh Ghazal Ghazal, head of the Supreme Islamic Alawite Council in Syria and the Diaspora, issued a rousing video message on Monday, denouncing the nation’s descent into “an arena for sectarian score-settling”.
For Trump, insiders suggest, the ultimate signal of engagement lies not in hosting but in visiting.
Israeli Defence Forces have intensified their incursions into Syrian territory, al-Hal writes.
What remains of Israel’s leverage is largely rhetorical, Iyad al-Jaafari argues in Syria TV.
Israel has categorically rejected President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s call for an unconditional withdrawal from the areas seized in the aftermath of Assad’s fall.
A Russian delegation visited Damascus, accompanied by a Turkish counterpart, to conduct high-level security talk, according to al-Hal.
haraa identified the United States as the only actor with sufficient leverage to moderate Israeli actions.
Rubio’s remarks followed the recent visit to Washington by Syria’s transitional president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, al-Hal writes.
The statement highlighted Sharaa’s renewed commitment to the fight against ISIS, Ultra Syria writes.
President Trump expressed confidence in Sharaa’s leadership, telling reporters, “I’m in accord with President Sharaa, and I believe he’s capable of leading Syria toward success.”
This visit is Sharaa’s second to the United States, following his attendance at the United Nations General Assembly in September.
haraa touched down in Washington in the early hours of Sunday for what marks the first official visit by a Syrian president to the White House since the country’s independence in 1946, Shaam writes.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ibrahim Olabi, welcomed the Security Council’s decision, describing it as “evidence of growing confidence in the new Syria.”
Sources indicate the facility is situated at the southern gateway to Syria—an area expected to form part of a demilitarised buffer zone within the framework of the proposed non-aggression pact currently under negotiation between Damascus and Tel Aviv.
Trump administration officials are saying that maintaining the sanctions risks derailing progress and exacerbating instability.
Abbasi said Hegseth did not provide operational specifics, only stating that U.S. forces were “carrying out missions in the region, specifically within Syrian territory”.
President Sharaa’s upcoming visit follows Syria’s decision to join the U.S.-led coalition against ISIS.
One source told Axios that Rayburn lacked sufficient support in the Senate to secure confirmation, adding that the administration “will go in a different direction.”
Large American cargo aircraft transported new supplies and personnel to bases in Hassakeh province, Syria TV writes.
On the World Bank front, Minister Barniya revealed plans for at least six technical assistance missions to Syria in the coming weeks
Rayburn’s involvement with the Syrian dossier has been shaped through a succession of pivotal roles, Syria TV writes.
Deir ez-Zor Province witnessed intense clashes early Sunday morning between the Syrian Army and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), followed by heightened security tensions and the deployment of reinforcements by both sides to frontline positions.
Whether the Harem operation succeeds or spirals into wider conflict will be a crucial test for Sharaa’s leadership, Daraj argues.
Although Russia’s influence in Syria has diminished since Assad’s fall, the Kremlin is playing a long game.
The printing of the new currency has shifted from Russia to partners in the UAE and Germany, reflecting a shift in Syria’s international economic alignments, al-Ikhbariya writes.
Tom Barrack announced the lifting of sanctions on Syria, framing it not as an act of charity but a strategic decision to catalyse the most significant reconstruction initiative since the Second World War, Syria TV writes.
The Al-Bab operation was among the coalition’s largest in the region in months, part of a broader effort to pursue ISIS leaders across northern Syria, particularly amid the group’s recent resurgence in rural areas and the desert, according to Syria TV.
Syria is pursuing a $1 billion grant package from the World Bank, marking a significant step in its reintegration into the global financial system, Enab Baladi writes.
The renewed discussion of the Kirkuk–Baniyas line stems from economic and geopolitical developments that reopened the file after decades of neglect, Syria TV writes.
President Sharaa said Syria would seek to “re-adjust its relations” with Russia and underlined the need for stability.
These developments come at a time when Syria is witnessing multiple multilateral efforts to reduce field tensions and enforce cease-fire agreements, Syria TV writes.
The U.S. Senate approved a version of the budget that includes calls for the unconditional repeal of the “Caesar Act” by the end of this year.
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.”
As contacts intensify between SDF, Syrian, and American officials, debates are growing over the future governance structure in the north and east — particularly following media reports alleging that Abdi demanded autonomy similar to Iraqi Kurdistan.
Earlier on Tuesday, Syrian Defence Minister Lieutenant General Murhaf Abu Qasra also met Mazloum Abdi in Damascus, where the two agreed on a comprehensive ceasefire across all fronts.
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.”
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
The Syrian delegation expressed growing optimism about the potential lifting of sanctions, particularly the Caesar Act.
Olabi voiced disappointment at the pace of progress, calling it “frustrating.”
The meetings led by President Sharaa and his delegation over the past two days have been described as a potential turning point—presenting Syria as a credible destination for foreign investment
The Israeli proposal would require Syria not only to remain silent on the status of the occupied Golan Heights, but also to accept Israel’s continued control over parts of Syrian territory, Marwan Kabalan writes.
“I believe all parties are engaging in good faith,” Barak added, although he cautioned that a final deal may not be reached this week, citing delays due to limited progress and the ongoing Jewish High Holidays.
The Syrian delegation expressed growing optimism about the potential lifting of sanctions, particularly the Caesar Act
President Sharaa’s historic visit is not merely a diplomatic stopover, but the start of a long-term dialogue in both political and economic spheres, Syria TV argues.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa told reporters on Wednesday that a security agreement is a “necessity,” while insisting it must uphold Syria’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.
“We must rebuild ties directly and properly. I hope to meet President Trump again to move this forward,” Sharaa said.
A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department told Reuters the department does not comment on “decisions related to personnel or administrative reorganizations,” but added that “the core team working on Syria-related issues continues its operations from multiple locations.”
Sharaa revealed that a deal was close in July but stalled after the Suweida events, according to Syria TV
The roadmap may not instantly heal Suweida’s fractures. Rather, it offers a scaffold for gradual repair, Syria TV argues.
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.
As political “strangers,” both men promised rupture over continuity, upheaval over inertia, Wael Sawah writes in Daraj.
SAC stressed that this development “does not eliminate the prospects of repealing the Caesar Act through the budget bill.”
While some progress has occurred, such as reforms to personal status laws improving women’s rights, LGBTQ+ protections remain conspicuously absent, Daraj writes.
Contacts between the SDF and Ankara suggest a tentative thaw, reminiscent of Turkey’s pivot toward Masoud Barzani’s Kurdistan Regional Government.
For years, Goznak has been in the crosshairs of Western governments, Ghazwan Koronfol writes to Enab Baladi.
The International Organization for Human Rights and Refugee Affairs supposed secretary-general, Frederick Schulman, is a U.S. investor convicted of multimillion-dollar real estate fraud, al-Hal writes.
A poll of the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies said 61% of Syrians believe a democratic system is the best for Syria and 74% oppose recognizing Israel, Syria TV reports.
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 Envoy reportedly blamed elements of Suweida’s leadership for the closure of the Damascus–Suweida highway, a vital commercial and logistical link between the southern province and the capital.
Syrian economist Dr. Karam Shaar told local media that political sentiment in Washington is shifting.
Economist Ibrahim Qushji and Damascus University professor Yasser al-Mashaal both described the measure as largely symbolic.
The Economist explores Syria’s shifting political landscape under President Ahmad al-Sharaa, tracing a path from initial optimism to a resurgence of authoritarianism.
According to SANA, the meeting prioritised de-escalation, respect for Syria’s internal affairs, and the establishment of mechanisms to support regional stability.
Human rights advocates warn that without impartial probes and accountability, abuses will perpetuate cycles of violence, Daraj writes.
Observers point to three possible trajectories: escalation if moderate voices are ignored, containment through genuine reconciliation and political inclusion, or internationalization if outside powers intervene.
A new cross-border investigation has uncovered how Syria’s notorious Fourth Division, commanded by Maher al-Assad, built one of the world’s most lucrative drug empires by exploiting pharmaceutical supply chains and regional trade routes.
U.S. Congressman Abraham Hamadeh met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani during a brief, unannounced visit to Damascus, following a trip to Israel, according to a statement on Hamadeh’s official website.
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.
The head of the Damascus and Rural Damascus Chamber of Industry said the Chamber had contacted relevant ministries to push for reduced tariffs and seek a reciprocal agreement on customs exemptions.
Jordan will host a trilateral meeting on Tuesday bringing together Syrian, American, and Jordanian officials to discuss consolidating a ceasefire in Suweida province, southern Syria, and advancing a resolution to the crisis there.
The formation of the Supreme Legal Committee has sparked concerns about the emergence of parallel governance structures in Suweida, SANA notes.
Talal al-Hilali, Chairman of the Syrian Investment Authority, described the event as “more than a formal occasion,” calling it “a clear declaration that Syria is open for investment, committed to building a prosperous future, and ready to partner with trusted allies to write a new chapter of recovery and growth.”
The draft also proposes expanding humanitarian and commercial exemptions to facilitate trade with Syria
His remarks follow renewed clashes around Manbij, after SDF forces launched rocket and artillery attacks on the village of Al-Kiyariyah in the Deir Hafer district of eastern Aleppo.
Bashir stated that the agreements include the development of four combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plants, Ultra Syria writes.
A potential breakthrough may lie in Deir ez-Zor, where discussions are reportedly underway for a phased transfer of governance, Enab Baladi writes.
The events of the coast and Suweida further eroded U.S. confidence in the transitional government’s ability to uphold basic standards of accountability.
According to an investigation conducted by several media outlets, Mediterranean Airlines to a powerful Lebanese-Greek business dynasty with deep political connections, as well as to a drug trafficker and migrant smuggler.
The Syrian Arab Republic has rejoined the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA), after more than a decade of isolation, Shaam writes.
An American researcher criticized U.S. policy for backing Sunni insurgents since 2011.
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.
US’ Dorothy Shea condemned recent atrocities in Suweida, stressing the importance of accountability to rebuild trust between the Syrian government and its diverse communities.
A new report released by the Democratic Syria Assembly has shed light on the systematic use of tribal militias by Syria’s transitional authorities during the July 2025 assault on Suweida.
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.
From Ibrahim Pasha to Shishakli and Bashar al-Assad, every leader who misread the mountain has paid dearly, Wael Sawah argues.
A bill by Representative Michael Lawler proposes extending the Caesar Act until a series of sectoral reviews of the Syrian government are completed, according to Syria TV.
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.
A humanitarian aid convoy entered the southern Syrian city of Suweida on Sunday.
Photos obtained by Syria TV from the scene reveal the extent of the destruction.
Hijri inherited the title of Sheikh al-‘Aql, or chief Druze religious leader, under unusual circumstances following the death of his brother in a car accident
Gulf sources cited by KAN said that the United Arab Emirates has been actively mediating between Syria and Israel, with Saudi Arabia’s knowledge. But Damascus minimizes the level of diplomatic contacts.
A coalition of political parties and movements in northeast Syria has issued a joint statement denouncing recent remarks by U.S. Special Envoy to Syria, Thomas Barrack.
During the meeting, Syrian officials urged the SDF to halt what they described as “stalling tactics” and to show serious commitment to the March Agreement, according to Syria TV.
The U.S. envoy discussed with the Syrian president the future structure of the Syrian state and the agreement with the AANES, according to Syria TV.
Sources revealed to al-Modon that the delegation’s visit came at the urging of the U.S.-led international coalition against ISIS, the main backer of the SDF.
In an article in Al-Araby al-Jadeed, Marwan Kabalan wonders at what cost would Israel agree to Syria’s conditions for normalization.
In recent days, Israeli officials have dismissed the possibility that Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa would agree to any peace deal without a complete Israeli withdrawal from the occupied Golan Heights, Syria TV writes.
U.S. and Syrian sources confirmed that Washington has shared intelligence with Damascus regarding the renewed threat posed by ISIS, Syria TV writes.
Israeli media suggests the Golan issue may no longer be a red line in future negotiations.
The New York Times reports that the Trump administration has lifted most U.S. sanctions on Syria as a goodwill gesture toward the country’s new president, Ahmad al-Sharaa
Trump’s decision marks one of the most dramatic shifts in U.S. Middle East policy.
Syria’s leadership appears focused on buying time and avoiding conflict with Israel while it addresses urgent internal priorities, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The announcement came one day after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order formally ending the U.S. sanctions program on Syria, Syria TV writes.
The fragile understandings between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) are facing renewed uncertainty, as Damascus abandons its earlier conciliatory tone in
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.
While momentum toward normalization between Syria and Israel appears real, 963 media writes.
While the Biden and Trump administrations issued limited sanctions waivers and Treasury licenses in the wake of Syria’s transition, the Omar-Luna bill marks the first legislative attempt to permanently repeal the underlying authorities.
Throughout the conflict, Syrians followed developments on both fronts with equal intensity, Abdul Monem Halabi writes for Syria TV.
Though the exact execution roadmap has yet to be detailed, informed sources say priority will be given to areas with the most extensive damage—particularly the governorates of Rural Damascus, Homs, and Aleppo.
Investigative journalist Ibrahim Al-Jabin revealed that a 27-page intelligence report was submitted to Syrian authorities back in March by a European-based Syrian data analyst.
As Syrians grieve the loss of life and brace for possible aftershocks, the attack on Mar Elias Church stands as a grim reminder: terrorism remains a threat, not only to lives, but to the fragile fabric of Syria’s post-war recovery.
For many Syrians, Wassim’s name is synonymous with a particular strain of corruption: theatrical, unapologetic, and drenched in violence.
The move is widely seen as a strong indication that the country’s new administration is making headway in ending Syria’s economic and financial isolation, al-Hal writes.
Shaheen underscored the importance of sustained diplomatic engagement, expressing her readiness to work closely with U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barak, according to 963.
The risk for Syria lies not only in absorbing foreign fighters into official institutions but also in adopting their ideological worldview—one that dismisses modern concepts of statehood, Malek al-Ahmad writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
ISIS has ramped up its operations, targeting territories held by both the SDF and the transitional government, Ultra Syria writes.
The fall of the regime has spurred political and social realignment across Syrian expatriate communities, especially among Alawites, Daraj writes.
Despite concerns about Sharaa’s background, Israeli officials now describe him as pragmatic and independent of Ankara, according to Axios.
Sharaa’s perceived moderation and Syria’s strategic importance—especially its proximity to Israel, its Kurdish population, and its history with Iran—make it a higher Western priority.
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.”
The families of victims expressed deep frustration over the public rehabilitation of a figure still under accusation, describing the event as an “insult to the blood of the martyrs” and a signal that war criminals could enjoy impunity, Shaam writes.
The council also directed a strong message to public officials and policymakers, urging them to take responsibility for holding criminals accountable and restoring rights to victims, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
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
The U.S. State Department reiterated its ongoing support for the Syrian transitional government, emphasizing the need for transparency in its decision-making process.
Syria had previously been under a full travel ban during Trump’s first term in office.
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
This is Barrack’s second major appearance in the region, following what was described as a “historic” trip to Damascus earlier this year, Syria TV writes.
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.
The visit is anticipated to include a series of official engagements, with the UN address serving as the centrepiece, Syria TV 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
The drawdown follows an earlier announcement by the U.S. Department of Defense on 18 April, in which Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed plans to reduce American troop numbers in Syria, Enab Baladi writes.
While the transitional Syrian government has taken steps to contain and restrict the movements of foreign combatants, the issue has proven deeply complex, al-Hal writes.
Barak praised the evolving cooperation between the United States and Turkey on Syria, according to Syria TV.
Western policy towards Syria’s new regime blends incentives with discipline—a “diplomacy of conditionalities.”
According to the joint statement, this financial assistance stems from a desire to “support Syria’s stability,” “alleviate humanitarian suffering,” and “serve the interests of the Syrian people”—all framed as part of the historic and fraternal ties between the three nations.
Observers note that sanctions, though burdensome, were never the sole obstacle to Syria’s development, Syria TV writes.
Barrack’s language reveals much about how America wants to be understood. In diplomacy—as in literature—meaning lies not only in what is said but in how the message is structured.
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.
Sanctions played a decisive role in the collapse of the Assad regime, Ernest Khoury, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
“For now, this is about coexistence, not normalization,” one source involved in the talks said.
President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s visit to Bahrain on May 10 marked a significant milestone in Syrian-Gulf relations, Enab Baladi writes.
Some Russian analysts suggest the attack may have been aimed not at Moscow, but at Syria’s new president, Syria TV writes.
The al-Hol agreement signals a new phase of coordination between the Autonomous Administration, the Syrian state, and international stakeholders, Enab Baladi writes.
The meeting, which brought together top officials from both governments, was held away from the media spotlight, al-Hal writes.
While London has avoided presenting itself as an official sponsor of Syria’s transitional authorities, its fingerprints are increasingly visible, Malek Hafez argues.
While recognizing Trump’s move as a step in the right direction, Hof emphasized to al-Majalla the enormity of the task ahead: rebuilding a country devastated by over a decade of war, and reconstituting its political and economic institutions under international scrutiny.
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.
The coordinated training efforts reflect a growing regional investment in stabilising Syria’s fragile transitional government, al-Hal writes.
Ford reflected on what America can still offer: not troops, but training.
The British government spokesperson added that the UK remains in regular contact with the Syrian transitional government, according to Enab Baladi.
Robert Ford, who served as the U.S. Ambassador to Syria from 2011 to 2014, recently recounted two private conversations with Ahmad al-Sharaa during visits to Idlib in 2023—prior to the collapse of the Assad regime.
International recognition—from Washington’s overtures to France’s diplomatic engagement—serves as a crucial tool to shape internal dynamics, Wael al-Sawwah argues.
In Lebanon, the decision opens long-blocked channels for energy and trade, 963 writes.
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.
Whether Fallouh will moderate his tone or continue serving as a mouthpiece for Assad-era narratives remains to be seen, al-Masdar writes.
Khazzam emphasized that no sustainable increase in the supply of U.S. dollars has occurred to justify the currency’s rapid fall
The transitional authority in Syria is trying to avoid adressing urgent demands—yet ends up crashing into reality instead, al-Araby al-Jadeed 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.
This was the first meeting between a U.S. and Syrian president in 25 years.
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.
While the lifting of sanctions marks a dramatic breakthrough, the road ahead remains fraught.
What makes this moment unique is not just the shifting tone in Washington, but the rare convergence of interests across political lines.
Abu Hatam Shaqra remains on the U.S. terrorism watchlist for alleged involvement in kidnapping, torture, and extrajudicial killings
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.
Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated hours before Sharaa’s arrival that Paris “will not issue a blank cheque,” stressing the need for accountability, justice, and structural reform.
UAE-facilitated dialogue could represent a tentative first step toward deconfliction or even longer-term security arrangements, al-Modon 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.
Shibani’s speech at the UN focused on one key theme: lifting sanctions as a prerequisite for Syrian stability.
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.
The Interior Ministry announced that security forces had launched an immediate investigation, identifying and arresting the individuals seen in the video, according to Enab Baladi.
Foreign Minister Shibani stressed in New York that the crisis only underscores the need for a political solution grounded in sovereignty and internal consensus.
Despite refusing to join the Abraham Accords, Damascus affirmed its commitment to building a Syria that does not seek to threaten any other party, Syria TV says.
The Qamishli Kurdish Conference of April 2025 marked a historic moment, not only for Syria’s Kurds but for the country’s broader journey toward rebuilding a viable, pluralistic state.
It remains unclear whether Washington has formally responded to the Syrian communication.
Sharaa also voiced concerns over Iranian efforts to destabilize Syria.
In an interview with The New York Times, Sharaa made a direct appeal to the international community for financial aid, military support, and the lifting of sanctions, describing Syria’s stability as a global concern.
The timing of the arrests—less than two days after a visit by Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to Damascus—has fueled speculation about political motives.
Turkey will take a leading role in Syria’s reconstruction, backed by Gulf financing, researcher and policy expert Salam Kawakibi told 963 media.
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
The visit comes amid reports, including from Politico, that the U.S. State Department and Treasury are considering easing long-standing sanctions on Syria
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.
Sharaa is seen as a stabilising figure in a chaotic transition, someone who filled the post-Assad vacuum when no other credible authority could
The list of U.S. demands calls for Damascus to issue a formal public statement banning all Palestinian political factions and activities on Syrian soil.
The fate of these individuals divides Syrian society. One camp—led by the current Damascus authorities—sees it as a betrayal to expel those who fought and suffered alongside Syrians. Yet, many reject this sympathetic view.
The move comes after World Bank President David Malpass confirmed in remarks during a G20 meeting in April that the international financial institution is discussing debt restructuring for a number of troubled countries, including Syria
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.
A senior U.S. official familiar with the matter told The Hill that there had been “significant internal debate within the administration” over whether to demand the closure of Russia’s military base in Syria
Echoing long-standing demands of the Syrian opposition, Asfari reiterated that the country’s recovery hinges on the establishment of a democratic state based on citizenship, separation of powers, and full political inclusion.
Economists warn that without U.S. action to ease sanctions, even the most generous aid pledges will fall short, North Press writes.
Samer Foz rose to prominence during the years of war and sanctions, becoming a central player in the regime’s shadow economy, Sawt al-Asima writes.
A comprehensive review of Syrian diplomatic missions abroad is currently underway, Syria TV writes.
Regarding the U.S. military presence in Syria, the State Department affirmed that no decision has been made about withdrawing American forces.
Foreign fighters are not viewed as political liabilities by jihadist leaders, but as ideological safeguards, Malek Hafez argues.
Faced with chronic fuel shortages and an international reluctance to sell oil to Syria, the Damascus administration appears to have turned to Moscow as a substitute for Iranian oil, al-Modon writes.
The accord was brokered with American and French support and overseen by prominent Kurdish figures, including Masoud Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and Mazloum Abdi, commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces.
Putin’s message may serve to distance Moscow from accusations of supporting attempts by regime loyalists to reclaim power.
While recent reports claimed that Syria had signed a deal with Russia to import oil, a Syrian official denied any official agreement, clarifying that all imports are managed through open tenders, accessible to any eligible party.
On the issue of sanctions, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce reiterated that the Trump administration continues to observe the actions of Syria’s interim authorities across various fronts as it assesses its future policy.
Syria and its neighboring countries are grappling with the persistent threat posed by the so-called Islamic State
The U.S. administration has yet to finalize its Syria policy,
The first 100 days of this new governance offer critical insight into emerging dynamics, contradictions, and the formidable challenges Syria faces as it seeks to rebuild.
Putin’s message to President Sharaa underscores Russia’s intent to remain a central actor in Syria’s evolving political landscape, Syria TV writes.
The talks are influenced by fast-moving regional developments, pressuring all parties to act decisively in reuniting the country and initiating reconstruction before circumstances shift, al-Hurriya writes.
Kurdish political factions, including the Kurdish National Council (ENKS) and the Democratic Union Party (PYD), have reached a consensus on a joint political vision calling for a federal, decentralized system in Syria
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.
Efforts to stabilize the energy sector include additional gas supplies from northeastern Syria, cooperation with regional partners like Jordan, and plans for renewable energy projects, including a 100-megawatt solar plant near Damascus.
The committee is expected to meet with Abdi this Wednesday in the northeastern province of Hassakeh, al-Modon writes.
Vance revealed that Washington is conducting discussions with its allies behind closed doors, aiming to encourage Syria’s new government— which he described as “hardline”— to safeguard minority groups.
Despite diplomatic overtures and limited sanctions relief, Syria’s new leadership faces significant challenges in convincing the West that it is a viable and trustworthy partner for reconstruction.
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.
The campaign has found an unlikely ally in Mouaz Moustafa, the executive director of the Syrian Emergency Task Force, who was previously a vocal proponent of sanctions against the Assad regime due to its extensive human rights violations, Shaam news writes.
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.
Local Druze authorities were quick to reject Israel’s statements about the “need to protect the Druze in Syria.”
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.
President Sharaa’s first official meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took place at the summit venue.
Israel’s intentions are becoming increasingly evident through both public and private statements by its leadership, al-Modon writes.
HTS’ salafi-jihadist factions have resisted its political evolution, seeing democracy and governance as a betrayal of their original objectives, Mohammad al-Abdallah writes.
Despite the EU’s announcement, the underlying constraints imposed by broader international sanctions—particularly U.S. measures—continue to limit Syria’s ability to fully reintegrate into the global financial system, Sawt al-Asima writes.
Although the summit’s primary focus is Gaza, Syria will also be a central point of discussion, al-Hurriya writes.
The return of refugees and transitional justice remain unresolved issues that prevent the lifting of sanctions, Matt Zweig, one of the lawmakers behind the Caesar act, told Al-Majalla.
Rabbi Yosef Hamra revealed that his delegation had been invited to the White House by the U.S. State Department, where they would advocate for lifting sanctions to support struggling resident, Rudaw writes.
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.
Despite reports that Syria received a new shipment of printed banknotes from Russia, the CBS confirmed that only 300 billion Syrian pounds arrived, according to al-Hurriya.
Key differences remain between the NATO allies—chief among them, the Syrian Democratic Forces, Enab Baladi writes.
“It is neither ethical nor politically justifiable for Trump to lead an effort to uproot Palestinians from their land,” the Syrian president asserted, according to Shaam News.
Several private banks have imposed a daily withdrawal cap of 250,000 Syrian pounds—an amount insufficient to cover even basic household expenses, Enab Baladi writes.
“Most of the camp’s essential services are funded by the U.S. State Department”, Jihan Hanan, co-chair of the al-Hol camp, told North Press.
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
Najib is accused of being behind the torture and killing of young Hamza al-Khatib.
For Syria to succeed, the onus lies not only on Sharaa but also on the broader Syrian society and the international community.
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.
“It is an honor to represent Syria at the World Economic Forum, marking a historic moment for our country,” al-Shibani stated
The fear of continued or renewed foreign interference—whether from the UAE, the U.S., Iran, Russia, or Turkey—remains valid, Hayan Jaber writes in Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Al-Sharaa also expressed his hope for improved relations between Syria and the United States, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and understanding, Syria TV wrote.
The body of Ismail Fattah, a leader in the Kurdish National Council, was discovered on Monday morning in the town of Qahtaniya near Qamishli.
The Ministry of Defense, led by caretaker Defense Minister Marhaf Abu Qasra, accused the SDF of stalling negotiations. “Weapons must be under the control of the state”, he told Reuters.
Zaki revealed that Arab foreign ministers are set to meet at the end of February, providing an opportunity to further discuss Syria’s status within the Arab League.
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.
Lavrov criticized the ousted Assad regime for its unwillingness to share power with the Syrian opposition, according to al-Modon.
“The Central Bank is working on drafting amendments to its governing law to enhance its independence”, Maysa Sabrin said, according to Syria TV.
The document, signed by Germany, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Finland, and Denmark, urged the European Union to “immediately commence adjustments to the sanctions regime.”
The final communiqué emphasized the necessity of respecting the Syrian people’s choices and their right to self-determination, Enab Baladi writes.
Syria’s post-Assad economy is defined by stark challenges and cautious hope
The Biden administration adopted a multifaceted strategy to weaken the Assad regime and shape the transition in post-Assad Syria
Abdelnour pointed out the country’s severe liquidity crisis, particularly after the Damascus government announced a 400% wage increase, al-Mashhad writes.
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The American Coalition for Syria has welcomed the issuance of General License (GL) No. 24, which seeks to ensure that U.S. sanctions do not impede essential governance-related services in Syria following the fall of the Assad regime.
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
The absence of a concrete date for the conference has heightened concerns about the future of democracy in Syria, +963 writes.
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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A North Press reporter captured images of trucks transporting cement blocks from the Jazira region to Kobani for the construction of the base.
Syria’s transitional authorities announced on Tuesday the appointment of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham’s (HTS) military commander, Marhaf Abu Qasra, as the new defense minister, two days
Two U.S. lawmakers sent a letter to their administration urging the easing of sanctions on Syria, Jana al-Issa writes for Enab Baladi.
Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, made a phone call to Ahmad al-Sharaa, the leader of the New Syrian Administration, congratulating him on the achievements of the Syrian people after over a decade of struggle.
The political bureau of the new Syrian authorities told the Lebanese channel LBCI that the statement by Maher Marwan “does not necessarily” represent the views of the government.
“Hostage Aid Worldwide” stated that it has information confirming that American journalist Austin Tice, missing in Syria since 2012, is still alive, although his current location remains unknown.
One of the military positions in Syria is located at an altitude of 2400 meters & is designed to house soldiers under snowfall, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
U.S. State Department announced the cancellation of a $10 million bounty previously offered for information on al-Sharaa.
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Fidan also confirmed Turkey’s recognition of the new Syrian administration as a “legitimate” partner, Shaam Network writes.
Three former aides stated that Bashar Assad himself did not inform his brother about his plan to flee, according to Shaam Network.
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Syria’s largest business lobbying group recently announced the country’s shift to a free market economy, marking a significant departure from its nominally socialist system, was effectively monopolized by regime-affiliated businessmen, Daraj writes.
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
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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.
Rifaat al-Assad, Bashar al-Assad’s uncle, who is accused of orchestrating the 1982 Hama massacre that claimed over 50,000 lives, reportedly traveled to Beirut, according to Sawt al-Asima.
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Ahmed al-Sharaa said the fears of the international community previously stemmed from the Assad regime, which has now fallen, Shaam Network writes.
This latest action sends a clear signal of the U.S.’s resolve to hold accountable those who aid and abet human rights violations.
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Jamil Hassan, formerly head of the Air Force Intelligence Directorate, and Abdel Salam Mahmoud, who oversaw the Mazzeh prison torture center, were central figures in orchestrating the systematic abuse of Syrians.
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Enab Baladi says a new military body would need to be formed through consensus with opposition institutions, and a civilian council has to be be established before moving towards elections.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry blamed Assad for not resisting.
The president emphasized that his administration will evaluate the actions of the “opposition fighters” to ensure stability in Syria.
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UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen warned that escalating violence in Syria poses a threat to the entire region
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Under the banner of the “battle to deter aggression,” opposition factions continue to score major victories over the Syrian regime, Hibr Press reports.
Araqchi’s visit comes at a time when the Syrian regime is reportedly at its weakest, +963 Media writes.
This news round explores various stories from Western media analyzing the latest developments in Syria. The Syrian civil war has entered a new phase as
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.
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“The destructive role of the United States is evident in its efforts to maintain global hegemony,” Syria said.
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Larijani’s messages focused on strengthening ties with the “resistance front” and coordinating efforts to address the growing regional challenges, according to 963 Media.
According to U.S. and Israeli officials, Assad might collaborate given his growing discontent with Iran’s presence in Damascus, Adnan Ali writes in Syria TV.
President Pezeshkian highlighted the importance of intensifying mutual visits between the officials of both countries to serve their shared interests, al-Watan writes.
Russian actions serve a dual purpose, with the new observation points aiming to reassure Israel that southern Syria “will not pose a threat to it from Iranian-backed factions in the region”, 963 Media writes.
Following this statement, Erdogan hinted at the possibility of launching a new military operation in northern Syria, Athr Press writes.
Analysts have observed that President Assad appears to be pivoting towards Arab countries capable of financing Syria’s reconstruction.
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The Syrian regime’s National Security Office recently issued a directive limiting the activities of Palestinian factions in Damascus. According to the local website Sawt al-Asema,
Lavrentiev said Russia’s military mandate in Syria does not include preventing arms transfers to Lebanon via Syria, an issue that Israel must address directly with Iran and the Syrian regime without expecting Russian intervention, Basheer Al-Baker said in Al-Modon.
The U.S. State Department has recently imposed sanctions on Brigadier General Abdulsalam Fajr Mahmoud, a prominent Syrian Air Force official, as well as on his wife. What do we know about him?
If the U.S. withdraws from Syria, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) will move toward Damascus, Athr Press reports.
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Hamsho’s dismissal from the People’s Assembly follows a broader trend, with other members also removed for holding foreign citizenship, 963 Media writes,
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“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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Evident signs of Assad’s shift toward the “axis of moderation” emerged after the Manama summit in May 2024, Shawkat Gharzeldin writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In a series of intensified airstrikes over October and November, Israel has targeted and killed key Hezbollah leaders operating in Syria, +963 media writes.
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.
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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.
Badr Jamous congratulated Trump for earning the confidence of American voters.
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A political analyst told +963 Media that lifting U.S. sanctions on Syria depends on achieving a political solution aligned with UN Resolution 2254.
Since her arrival in Germany, Ilham Ahmed, has been actively promoting the administration’s vision and projects, Enab Baladi writes.
Trump’s approach to Syria has been marked by volatility and an inconsistent strategy, Wael Sawah writes in +963 Media.
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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.
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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.
Despite calls for reform, the Syrian government continues to repress those it deems a threat.
Abdi voiced concern over how reduced coalition presence could affect the region’s security, Syria TV says.
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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.
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
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Hamieh’s role extends far beyond simple smuggling operations
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.
The current U.S. movements indicate a clear strategy to strengthen their defensive posture against possible cross-border threats, Athr Press says.
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The U.S. Treasury Department has announced sanctions against three Syrian individuals involved in the production and trade of Captagon, which financially supports the Syrian regime and its allies.
The chargé d’affaires of the Iraqi embassy in Damascus reaffirmed Iraq’s steadfast position of supporting Syria and respecting its sovereignty, without interfering in its internal affairs.
The statement reaffirmed the Salvation Government’s commitment to taking all necessary measures to defend civilians and uphold their right to live in safety and dignity in their homeland.
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Commenting on the Russian escalation, Rashid Hourani, a military affairs researcher at the Jusoor Center for Studies, stated that the objective is to send warning messages to opposition factions, Enab Baladi reports.
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The U.S. occupation forces have bolstered their base in Shaddadi and relocated air defense systems from the Conoco gas field to the Al-Omar oil field in Deir-ez-Zor, al-Watan writes.
Palestinian factions in Damascus are worried that further security decisions could halt their activities or close their offices, according to Syria TV.
According to Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the division’s leadership issued orders prohibiting the transfer of weapons or the accommodation of Hezbollah members and Iranian militias within the 4th Division’s headquarters and bases.
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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 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
Both Haitham Ali al-Tabtabai and Munir Ali Naim Shaito (Hajj Hashem) are integral figures within Hezbollah’s military leadership.
Zaiter’s relocation was allegedly coordinated with Wasim al-Assad, a prominent Syrian figure also involved in drug trafficking, Syria TV says.
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The ambassador strongly condemned Israel’s actions in Lebanon and Syria, accusing it of attempting to reoccupy parts of Lebanese territory and threatening Arab national security.
The United States has confirmed that its military base located at the “Conoco” gas field in Syria’s eastern Deir-ez-Zor countryside was hit by missile attacks, though no American forces were injured.
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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 ongoing conflict in Syria and its regional implications have once again come into sharp focus with recent developments involving Hezbollah, Israeli airstrikes, and shifting
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
Wood reiterated that U.S. sanctions will remain in place until there is meaningful progress toward a political solution aligned with Resolution 2254
Critics argue that Assad’s amnesty decrees serve more as a tool for consolidating power than as a genuine step toward justice
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No government, regardless of its composition, can address Syria’s economic crisis without addressing the underlying political issue, Syria TV says.
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Washington has reiterated its opposition to holding municipal elections in northeastern Syria, Athr Press writes.
Makhlouf, who was granted Cypriot citizenship in 2011 under the country’s investment-based “golden passport” program, Shaam Network writes.
Ali Reza Majidi, an Iranian expert on regional and Middle Eastern affairs, offered insights into the evolving policies of the Syrian regime following Operation Flood of al-Aqsa.
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An adviser to Prime Minister Sudani explained that Iraq is well-positioned to mediate due to its favourable relations with Syria, Turkey, Iran, and other Arab nations, according to 964 Media.
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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.
The newspaper said Russia is expected to be the losing side in the Ukraine war, according to Syria TV.
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Moscow has reaffirmed its support for the steps toward rapprochement between Turkey and Syria, al-Watan writes.
On Friday, the U.S. State Department announced visa restrictions targeting 14 Syrian officials in connection with enforced disappearances.
As images of the crash circulated, conflicting accounts emerged about the incident, Syria TV writes.
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On Tuesday, protesters blocked commercial trucks loaded with wheat and barley, destined for regime-held areas, al-Modon writes.
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 Russian and American sides signed a memorandum on “anti-collision protocols” in December 2019, according to Athr Press.
Erdogan is striving to create an “environment of peace”, Yasar Guler said, according to Syria TV.
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Brigadier General Samir Othman al-Sheikh reportedly made false statements to hide his involvement in the physical abuse of prisoners, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Al-Hafl’s relationship with Iran deepened after his transfer to Damascus, where he met with Iranian leaders, according to Syria TV.
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The iranian response is expected to be measured and agreed upon, according to the pro-government al-Watan.
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
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The Syrian Network for Human Rights reported that Samir Othman al-Sheikh is responsible for the disappearance of 508 Syrians.
Mekdad called for an end to the Israeli attacks on brotherly Lebanon, al-Watan reports.
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The Syria TV website also reviewed testimonies from former detainees who confirmed al-Sheikh’s involvement in these war crimes.
A confidential source told Syria TV that Katerji played a crucial role in transporting Syrian and Iranian oil, refining it, and selling it.
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Russia said it “ targeted two terrorist bases in the Al-Tanf area, controlled by the United States, in the Syrian province of Homs”, according to Athr Press.
U.S. forces persistently conduct military exercises alongside the SDF at the military bases established in eastern Syria, Athr Press says.
The dynamics of the Syrian conflict have largely slipped from Washington’s control, Mahmoud Alloush argues in Syria TV.
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A source confirmed to Athr Press that the convoy comprised vehicles transporting logistical military reinforcements.
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Lister highlighted the unprecedented nature of the strike, which not only destroyed a building within the Iranian Consulate compound but also eliminated a key figure in the IRGC.
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Prime Minister of Syria, Hussein Arnous, made a significant visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran Chancery in Damascus to denounce the assault, al-Baath reported.
Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the Israeli airstrike.
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.
Athr Press reports an observed increase in the value of remittances sent by expatriates, particularly those in the Gulf.
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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Syria said it stands in solidarity with Cuba, condemning the sanctions and the harsh blockade imposed by the U.S.
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The presence of a former Baath official at an official ceremony in Berlin sparked controversy.
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The Syrian government issued a strong condemnation of a statement made on March 15th by the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.
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The exact date of the committee’s meeting, which has remained suspended since August of 2023, is not yet known.
Turkey’s regional diplomacy exhibited flexibility, with strategic maneuvers adapting to the shifting realities on the ground, Mohammad Fawaz analyzes for Syria TV.
There are three primary rationales for the United States to engage in substantive dialogue with Turkey on Syria, Mahmoud Allouch writes in Syria TV.
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Iran’s Ambassador to Damascus dismissed the notion that the withdrawal of IRGC commanders from Syria would halt Israeli military strikes, Shaam Network says
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Syria’s Cham Wings recently chartered an Airbus A320 from the United Arab Emirates through a shell airline to circumvent Western sanctions.
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A foreign minister from an Arab nation, whose identity remained undisclosed, participated in a meeting with Congress members to contest the bill, Syria TV says.
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The U.S. revealed that the Pentagon’s anti-ISIS mission had been disrupted by attacks from Iran-backed militias on U.S. bases, according to al-Modon.
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This visit marks Amir-Abdollahian’s first trip to Syria since October 13
Volunteers signing a five-year contract will receive a startup bonus equivalent to four monthly salaries, Sawt al-Asima writes.
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Abdollahian condemned the illegal presence of U.S. forces in Syria.
The wave of arrests appears to have been triggered by recent U.S. military strikes targeting the headquarters and warehouses of Iranian militias in Deir-ez-Zor, Syria TV writes.
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The Syrian Interim Government engaged in discussions with a diplomatic delegation from the U.S. State Department.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian is scheduled to visit the capital Damascus next week, Athr Press says.
The resistance’s achievements in Gaza are seen as crucial for the broader strategy of the resistance axis, Tahseen Halabi writes in al-Watan.
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Nine individuals, including civilians, lost their lives, and 13 others sustained injuries in a raid reportedly carried out by Israel.
Initially, the SDF accused regime forces of killing several of its members, before shifting blame to Iranian militias, according to Syria TV.
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According to a reliable source reported by Athr Press, the operation took place with SDF support.
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Robert Ford affirms that the United States has no plans for an imminent withdrawal from Syria, according to Athr Press.
Syria’s Foreign and Expatriates Minister, Faisal al-Mekdad, engaged in a constructive phone conversation with his Omani counterpart, al-Baath reports.
The Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Ministry issued a statement condemning the U.S. attack, according to al-Watan.
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The most recent meeting between Turkish officials and representatives of the Syrian regime occurred in June.
This announcement from the Iraqi militia comes in the wake of the Pentagon’s statement attributing the attack that resulted in the death of U.S. soldiers to Kataib Hezbollah.
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.
Fadliyeh clarified that the temporary restriction on money transfers aims to control inflation, Shaam Network says.
U.S. officials emphasize the importance of containing the escalation, Athr Press writes.
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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.
Lavrentiev announced Moscow’s plans to host an upcoming summit on Syria, according to al-Baath.
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Approximately 6,200 Syrians in the United States will benefit from the extended temporary protection, according to Damas Post.
In Shaaban’s view, the American forces within the Syrian Arab Republic are regarded as occupying forces, akin to Israeli and Turkish forces.
The arrival of these reinforcements coincides with ongoing exercises conducted by U.S. forces in their eastern Syria bases, Athr Press says.
The recent aerial bombardment targeted a weapons convoy originating from Iraq in the city of Bukamal in Deir-ez-Zor.
Prime Minister Hussein Arnous and Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad extended congratulations to their Kuwaiti counterparts upon the formation of the new government.
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U.S. forces conducted military exercises, including airdrops and hostage liberation drills, according to Athr Press.
Three helicopters landed at the American base in the Ghwayran neighbourhood, south of Hassakeh, staying for only a quarter of an hour, Athr Press says.
The Hemo base is of strategic importance, housing training centers for SDF special forces and a U.S. intelligence office, according to Athr Press.
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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.
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Two weeks have elapsed since the departure of Ghassan Abbas, the Syrian ambassador to the UAE, without any announcement of a successor, Enab Baladi says.
The Liberation and Construction Movement within the Syrian National Army has announced Ahmed Ihsan Fayyad al-Hayes as its new leader, according to Syria TV.
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U.S. Ambassador Robert Wood delivered a stern message about the ongoing crisis in the region, criticizing the Assad regime.
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President al-Assad highlighted that the only topic of significance is the recent developments in Palestine, according to al-Baath.
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“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.
The war in Gaza has changed the way the U.S. feels about its presence in Syria, Abdel Moneim Ali Issa writes in al-Watan.
Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler emphasized that Turkey will not withdraw its forces from Syrian territory, according to Athr Press.
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Iran wants to channel the funds from Syria to Tehran via a railway connecting the port of Khomeini in Khuzestan, southwestern Iran, to the Mediterranean Sea, Syria TV says.
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Tasnim News, Iran’s news agency, quoted the IRGC’s public relations, stating that two “advisers were killed by the Zionist entity”, according to Enab Baladi.
The UAE is currently engaged in dialogue with both the Syrian regime and Russia to revive the provision calling for the removal of Iranian militias from the Golan Heights, according to Syria TV.
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Dima Moussa’s role as a lawyer, feminist, and politician in the Syrian opposition highlights her as a key figure in the ongoing struggle for a free and democratic Syria.
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Syria criticized Western nations for politicizing Syria’s humanitarian issues by imposing preconditions and not fulfilling their commitments to humanitarian project
Despite Iran’s consistent denials, the majority of attacks targeting U.S. forces in Syria and Iraq have been claimed by the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, a group aligned with Teheran.
The U.S. Representative commended the peaceful protests in Al-Suweida, emphasizing the Syrian people’s rights to peaceful assembly.
A prevalent theory absolves Assad of direct responsibility for the airport, considering it under Iran’s purview, al-Modon writes.
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The Iranian foreign minister asserted that the fate of the war would be determined by the resistance factions, not Israel, according to al-Watan.
Abdollahian said Iran is committed to supporting the Special Representative of the Secretary-General’s mission aimed at resolving issues in Syria, al-Baath reports.
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President Assad emphasized the deep and robust relations between the two countries, according to al-Baath.
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U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that the U.S. Air Force targeted a “weapons facility” in eastern Syria, Baladi News says.
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It is evident that the Syrian regime is cognizant of Iran’s desire to contain the conflict, al-Quds al-Araby writes.
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Assad accused the West and America adhere to a single standard in their policies, which is a consistent bias in favour of their own interests, according to al-Baath.
Kurdish sources confirmed to Athr Press that three helicopters carrying a contingent of American officers landed near the al-Shaddadi base.
The Cabinet has endorsed the initial budget appropriations for the 2024 state budget, amounting to 35,500 billion Syrian pounds, according to al-Modon.
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SANA reported that the attack was done by Iraqi groups, according to Enab Baladi.
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These attacks took place only one day after the targeting of the Ain al-Assad and Harir bases in Iraq, Athr Press writes.
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Sindawi stressed the coordination between the resistance factions and the wider axis of resistance, according to al-Watan.
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The Syrian government declared a three-day official mourning period beginning tomorrow, October 6th 2023, according to al-Baath.
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The agreement with Belarus encompasses the exchange of expertise in trade unions, SANA writes.
Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Political and Humanitarian Situations in Syria
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The U.S. Embassy in Syria affirmed its support for the protests in Suweida via its X platform account, according to Athr Press.
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The U.S. is eager to initiate the project within a year to counter China’s growing influence, according to Iyad Jaafari in Syria TV.
Blinken underscored that both the United States and Gulf countries are addressing the primary regional security concern: Iran, according to Enab Baladi.
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Sources have revealed that SDF’s arrests are not limited to tribal fighters, according to al-Watan.
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Syria has strongly condemned the ongoing violation of its sovereignty, according to pro-government al-Watan.
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Pedersen provided an overview of the outcomes from recent visits and meetings, Tishreen writes.
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Insiders have told Syria TV that the behaviour of the United States indicates a desire to maintain Arab influence in the Deir-ez-Zor.
Mekdad highlighted Syria’s alignment with positive global forces to establish a world free from colonialism, according to al-Watan.
Clashes in Eastern Syria curiously coincided with the claims of an impending American military operation Iyad al-Jaafari writes in Syria TV.
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Both Goldrich and Foyle underscored the vital nature of a robust partnership between the United States and the SDF, Syria TV writes.
The ongoing situation in Deir ez-Zor represents a significant challenge for the SDF, according to al-Souria Net.
Bashar al-Assad of Syria welcomed Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his delegation to the heart of Damascus, according to al-Watan.
The SDF’s security arm, Asayish, is also besieging other leaders in the Khashman region of Hassakeh, according to al-Souria Net.
This Suweida protest transcends sectarian boundaries, encompassing not only the Druze population but also Christians, residents of various faiths, and tribal Muslims, according to Saba Madwar in al-Modon.
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The main objective of this visit is to convey a strong message to the American government and its people, according to al-Modon.
Analysts attribute this surge in Syrian exports to amplified outbound shipments of natural resources, Athr Press writes.
A noticeable pause by Saudi Arabia and growing discontent within Jordan have resulted in a stagnation of Arab normalization efforts, according to Syria TV.
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Sheikh Hikmat Salman al-Hijri, the spiritual leader of the Druze, issued a poignant message to the citizens and youth of Syria, according to as-Suwayda 24.
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The Turkish-backed National Army in northern Syria has denied any coordination with the U.S.-backed Free Syrian Army, according to Athr Press.
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.
ISIS cells present in Idleb have not responded to campaigns by HTS, according to Athr Press.
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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Iran has been actively working to establish a popular resistance among tribesmen in northeastern Syria, Syria TV writes.
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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Lavrentiev conveyed to Assad warm regards from President Vladimir Putin, according to al-Baath.
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The American stance towards Assad is directly linked to the ongoing U.S.-Iranian negotiations on the nuclear issue, according to Syria TV.
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Following Safadi’s visit to Damascus, he met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on June 4th, Athr Press reminds.
There has been an increase in incidents involving Russian aircrafts intercepting American ones in Syrian airspace, according to Baladi News.
Syria urgently calls upon the United Nations to take immediate and effective action to halt violations of international laws, according to al-Baath.
Among other types of medicine, infant formula has been absent from pharmacies for three months in Syria, according to Orient Net.
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The Syrian Parliament highlighted the “catastrophic consequences of unilateral sanctions imposed by Western governments” on Syria, according to al-Baath.
The U.S. military presence in the northern countryside of the Deir-ez-Zor governorate continues to strengthen, according to al-Watan.
U.S. military leaders met with several notable figures from Arab tribes in the Syrian Jazira region, according to Athr Press.
Russia on Tuesday vetoed at the U.N. Security Council a nine-month renewal of an aid operation delivering assistance to some 4 million people in rebel-held
Hafez el-Assad studies in Russia show that he is under Moscow’s influence, Omar al-Kaddour writes in al-Modon.
The U.S. intervention coincides with a noticeable reduction in the frequency of Turkish bombardments, according to Athr Press.
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Al-Watan says the Ukrainian army established a special battalion for SDF fighters.
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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U.S. intelligence is offering a monthly payment of up to two thousand dollars to individuals willing to participate in the conflict in Ukraine, according to Athr Press.
Tensions between Russian and U.S. forces have risen in recent months, according to Baladi News.
The convoy was carrying essential logistical equipment, accompanied by military armoured vehicles, according to Athr Press.
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 primary task of this group is to provide perspectives and strategies addressing the Syrian conflict and its multifaceted dimensions, al-Modon reports.
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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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America intends on creating a new Free Syrian Army in Raqqa, according to Athr Press.
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A small group of personalities and companies control key parts of the economy in Idleb, according to Orient Net.
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The deputy U.S. special envoy for the “international coalition,” expressed serious concern over the camps for displaced people, according to Syria TV.
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The bill explicitly prohibits the U.S. federal government from recognizing or normalizing relations with any government in Syria under the leadership of Bashar al-Assad, according to Syria TV.
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The operation was aimed at dismantling an ISIS cell, Baladi News reports.
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Statement by the White House on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions of the Government of Syria.
Rizk Muhammad al-Obei, editor-in-chief of the Tafaseel website, was detained by the Sultan Murad Division of the National Army, according to the SNHR.
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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.
American analysts are blaming the Biden administration for not opposing seriously normalisation efforts towards the Syrian regime, Al-Souria net reports
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Qatar, Kuwait, Yemen, Libya, as well as Morocco, expressed their objections to reintegrating the regime into the Arab world, according to Orient Net.
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iin exchange for dealing with Assad, the Americans want him to deal realistically with the Kurdish matter, al-Modon reports.
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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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After years of being isolated in the region, Syria is receiving a warm welcome back into the Arab world, according to Athr Press.
Initial reports suggest that more than 50 ISIS militants were either killed or injured, Athr Press says.
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The recent decision by the Central Bank has resulted in an official loss of approximately 250 percent of the Syrian pound’s value since April 2022, al-Modon reports.
A suspected former commander of the Hurras al-Din faction was reportedly killed in the drone strike, according to Baladi News.
Congress is playing a critical role in pressuring the U.S. administration to take effective measures to prevent the rehabilitation of Assad, according to Syria TV.
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The U.S. Treasury has announced that the sanctions imposed target Syrian producers and exporters of Captagon, according to Shaam News.
Sejri commented on Turkey’s efforts to reconcile with the Assad regime to Baladi News.
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Forty former U.S. officials and Syrian American political leaders have signed an open letter to President Joe Biden.
The leadership of the Ghaliboun Brigade said it was resolute in executing advanced operations against the U.S. occupation forces, according to Athr Press.
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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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Dardari served as the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs in Syria, according to al-Mashhad.
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At the end of December, the OPCW identification team found the Syrian regime responsible for the 2018 chemical attack on the city of Douma, al-Modon reminds.
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The earthquake disaster has exposed the increasing influence of Iranians in the city, according to Syria TV.
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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The U.S. and global withdrawal from Syria encouraged Arab countries and Turkey to look for an alternative mechanism to resolve the Syrian crisis, according to Bassam Barabandi.
The Syria Response Coordinators Team said Iran is still transferring military equipment under the name of humanitarian aid, according to Syria Today.
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The White Helmets asked the United Nations why aid was only entering areas controlled by the regime and not reaching northern regions, according to Shaam News.
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After the earthquake, Jordan’s foreign minister Ayman Safadi arrived to Syria on Wednesday in the first such visit since the Syrian conflict.
An expert told Orient Net that U.S. sanctions continue to dissuade governments and international financial institutions from collaborating with the Assad regime.
Damascus is renewing its campaign to end the sanctions due to the earthquake.
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.
Aid flows from Turkey to northwest Syria have temporarily stopped, according to al-Souria Net.
At least 2,300 people have been killed after two powerful earthquakes struck Turkey and Syria.
“Diplomatic sources” in Ankara told Al-Watan that the U.S. is trying to sabotage Erdogan’s election campaign.
Mekdad accused the United States of repeating today in Syria “the same lies they had spread in Iraq 20 years ago”, according to al-Watan.
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The U.S. Envoy to NE Syria met with Arab tribal leaders in the governorates of Hassakeh and Raqqa, according to Orient Net.
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The Pope bestowed decorations on Khaled Hboubati, who is accused of corruption, according to Orient Net.
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An expert told Athr Press Damascus will not provide free gifts to Ankara, but that dialogue continues.
Relations between the Syrian regime and Iran have recently been tense against the backdrop of Tehran’s delay in oil supply, according to Syria TV.
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The U.S. is trying to restructure the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to al-Watan.
Foreign and Expatriates Minister Faisal Mekdad met Thursday with the World Food Program Executive Director, David Beasley, according to Tishreen.
Several Kurdish officials in Syria have recently expressed their fear of American betrayal, according to Athr Press.
A source from the Free Syrian Army told Syria TV that McFarlane discussed joint military coordination.
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Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ahmed Adel al-Jubeir met with France’s Ambassador for Syria, Brigitte Kurmi, according to Athr Press.
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The United States and its Western allies use sanctions to destabilize countries and change their governments, according to SANA.
Nicholas Granger met a delegation from the Kurdish National Unity Parties, according to North Press.
Wang called on the U.S. administration to stop violating the rule of international law, according to al-Watan.
Granger indicated that among his country’s administration’s priority is supporting stability in the region, according to North Press.
Syria also called for urgent international action to put an end to these hostile U.S. measures, according to SANA.
The press has been debating where and when the upcoming meeting between the foreign ministers of Turkey, Syria and Russia will be held
Nicolas Granger discussed several political issues with officials of the AANES, according to North Press.
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.
The HTS leader announced very early on that he rejected the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement completely, according to Athr Press.
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.
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The attack resulted in no injuries or damage to the base or Coalition property, North Press reported.
These American movements occur at a time when attention is drawn away by Turkish threats to launch military action, according to Athr Press.
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.
CENTCOM said on Friday six operations were carried out in partnership with the SDF, according to North Press.
In a statement to Athr Press, a customs source based at the Naseeb crossing confirmed that the current situation has greatly affected cross-border freight traffic with Jordan.
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.
Wheat sent to Syria from the Black Sea port of Sevastopol in Crimea increased 17-fold this year, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Hill indicated that the time is wrong to normalize relations with the Syrian regime, according to Syria TV.
Erdogan said he had offered Putin to formulate a mechanism to speed up the diplomatic track with the regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria accused the U.S. of being behind that decision, according to SANA.
Syria estimates that the U.S. inflicted 25.9 to it in direct damages, according to SANA.
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.
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.
Erdogan tries to get as many political benefits as possible from the operation, according to North Press.
Erdogan said during the call to the Russian president that it is important to implement the Sochi agreement, according to Baladi News.
Both sides condemned the unilateral coercive economic measures imposed on them by the U.S. and the European Union, according to SANA.
ISIS sleeper calls continue to carry out deadly attacks in Syria and Iraq, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
On Sunday, the exchange rate of the Syrian pound collapsed to the level of 6,050 against the dollar, according to Orient Net.
The U.S. Navy in Greece had earlier detained the Lana before the Greek Supreme Court ordered the cargo be returned to Iran, according to Athr Press.
The U.S. Senior Representative to northeast Syria, Nikolas Granger, stressed his country’s strong opposition to any military action, according to North Press.
Russia shall resolutely preclude any infringements on the territorial integrity of Syria, according to SANA.
Türkiye only coordinates with its allies, Presidential Spokesperson Ibrahim Kalın said on Sunday, according to the Daily Sabah.
The ministry described the black market as theft that deprives citizens of their shares in oil derivatives, according to Syria TV.
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.
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Turkey does not seem to have backing from the U.S. and Russia on a potential ground invasion.
A U.S. military spokesman denied that any U.S. military forces were involved in the operation, according to Syria TV.
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 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.
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.
The SDF suggested Turkish ground invasion despite U.S. assurances, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Residents found the body of the 26-year-old Ali al-Jaber, a militant of Liwa Fatemiyoun, according to North Press.
The SDF stressed its commitment to the de-escalation agreement with Turkey, according to Syria TV.
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The attack at its base in al-Shaddadi was the third of its kind in a week, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
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.
Many observers wondered about the reality of oil supplies from Iran, according to al-Iqtissad.
The Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates said illegitimate foreign presence on Syrian territory is a violation of international law, according to SANA.
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.
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.
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.
The attack could have significant repercussions in Syria.
The Syrian delegate described the draft as “deeply politicized and less than transparent,” according to North Press.
The attack caused damage to some vehicles, according to North Press.
Excerpts from the US Department of State Spokesperson Ned Price’s press brief on Nov 7.
Syria said the shelling targeted command headquarters and training camps belonging to terrorist organizations in rural Idleb, according to Baladi News.
Doctors Without Borders accused countries with citizens held in al-Hol of failing to take responsibility for protecting them, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
This development appears to be Sweden’s compliance with the conditions of the Turkish regime, according to Athr Press.
Two young men of Syrian origin joined the Office of the Department of Defense to serve as a special adviser and an assistant, according to al-Souria Net.
James Jeffrey, a former U.S. Envoy for Syria, said the resolution could solve several problems in Syria, according to Rudaw.
Jordan called for a “gradual approach” to normalization with Damascus, according to al-Souria Net.
The area west of the Euphrates River could contain oil and gas, according to Athr Press.
If her appeal proves unsuccessful, it will leave the UK without a competitor in the Mrs. World contest, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Shaaban said Oman derives its strength from “its ancient genes,” according to Atheer.
An armed man had attacked the citizens, killing at least 15 people, among them women and children, according to SANA.
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.
Rayburn said the U.S. should focus on the vital area between the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Zakros on the Iranian border, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria said its cooperation with the OPCW is something that must be acknowledged, according to SANA.
The U.S. is increasing its presence in Syria, according to Athr Press.
Residents, with the support of the valiant Syrian Arab Army, confronted many U.S. occupation convoys, the Syria Times says.
The two sides stressed that cultural diversity in Syrian society is a model that should be adopted in all societies, according to Snack Syrian.
Discussions with Algeria to buy domestic gas began in 2016, but were delayed due to sanctions, according to al-Iqtissad.
Eight missiles were launched from the base toward Syrian government-held areas, according to North Press.
The Turkish intervention in Northwestern Syria occurred due to American pressure.
President Bashar al-Assad affirmed that Syria stayed still in supporting the resistance despite the war waged on it, according to Athr Press.
Emirati businessman Abdullah al-Shaibani has revealed Emirati plans for tourism and real estate projects in Syria soon, according to Hastag Syria.
Lafarge agreed to forfeit $687m and pay a fine of $90m in its guilty plea, according to al-Jazeera.
This is the first comment to be released by the U.S. on the recent developments in Afrin, according to North Press.
Tallaa said the Global Coalition sought to merge Maghaweir al-Thowra into the SDF, 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.
Al-Watan sources revealed that the U.S. occupation prevented the delivery of heavy weapons to militia fighters.
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.
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
The nomination of the new leader has led to a controversy in the Rukban camp.
An exclusive source told North Press that the operation took place in the village of Milouk Saray, south of Qamishli.
Farid al-Qassem stressed that “there are no divisions” within the Maghaweer, according to al-Tareek.
Jordan’s King Abdullah II said the kingdom continues to push for a political solution to the Syrian crisis, according to Baladi News.
Maghaweir al-Thowra officially rejected the Global Coalition’s recent decision to remove its leader Muhanad Tallaa, according to North Press.
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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.
There are more than 20 Australian women and more than 40 children in the al-Hol camp, Athr Press reports.
The Foreign ministry expressed Syria’s deepest condolences to the victims’ families, wishing a quick recovery for the injured, according to the Syria Times.
Mekdad welcomes an Indian delegation headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ausaf Sayeed, according to SANA.
Officials from the Syrian Opposition Coalition (SOC) went on an official visit to the United States to discuss the Syrian crisis.
The opposition delegation will continue its meetings in the U.S. capital, according to Syria TV.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi has said that his country was mobilizing support for the “peace process” led by some Arab countries in Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
The west’s silence does not mean acceptance of Turkey’s steps towards Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
Mekdad met with the foreign ministers of Belarus, Laos, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Azerbaijan and Eritrea, according to SANA.
Yahya Maktabi stressed that whoever wants to negotiate with the Assad regime unilaterally will bear the consequences of their decisions, according to al-Hal Net.
During August, 139 enforced disappearances were carried out by various groups, according to North Press.
Clashes and scuffles erupted between the U.S. and Russian forces on the ground in northeast Syria, according to North Press.
The gas deal could increase Lebanon’s electricity supply from 2 to 10 hours a day, according to Syria TV.
Jim Risch stressed that the international community should instead focus on accountability for Assad’s atrocities, according to North Press.
ISIS sleeper cells are preparing a new generation of militants to eventually try and set up a second caliphate, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Smuggled phones are much cheaper than those imported through companies licensed by the regime, according to Enab Baladi.
Bassam Sabbagh said that security and stability in Syria are only possible if the west stops its intervention in domestic affairs, according to SANA.
Two persons active in financing ISIS sleeper cells were arrested in the SDF operation, according to North Press.
Jaafari reiterated Syria’s keenness to work with the UN and its agencies, reaffirming its positive role in defending international law, according to SANA.
The SDF’s dealings with the Kurdish National Council as coming in compliance with American orders, according to al-Watan.
The SDF said the drills were aimed at supporting security, stability, and the final elimination of ISIS, according to al-Souria Net.
The U.S. strategy is currently focused on not leaving any vacuum in the Middle East that China may benefit from, according to Athr Press.
The operation was conducted by the SDF in cooperation with the U.S.-led Global Coalition, according to North Press.
Few clips online show the amount of destruction left by the regime in Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
Pedersen briefed the UN Security Council on the Syrian issue on August 29th, according to North Press.
Representatives meeting in Geneva underlined the importance of advancing with the political process.
The Syrian Parliament stressed its attachment to the One China policy, according to SANA.
The U.S. opposes any transfer of Kurdish-led areas to the control of the regime, according to al-Watan.
Erdogan wants to deprive his opponents of the Syrian refugees card, according to al-Watan.
The tribes had violent clashes with militants loyal to the U.S. military tasked with protecting the field, according to Hashtag Syria.
An Israeli airstrike Thursday on the Syrian city of Masyaf destroyed a warehouse containing more than 1,000 Iranian-made missiles, according to the Jerusalem Post.
Recent weeks in Syria have witnessed an escalation of violence between U.S. forces and militias backed by Iran.
Beijing could be waiting for the political situation in Syria to improve to boost bilateral economic ties, according to Athr Press.
The British Special Envoy for Syria said Israeli airstrikes against Iranian military posts are the only effective way to end the crisis, according to North Press.
Israel considers the presence of Iranian drones near its borders as a threat to its security, according to al-Modon.
During a visit to Moscow, Faisal al-Mekdad highlighted the importance of Syrian-Russian relations, according to SANA.
The Russian National Flag was raised in the Umayyad Square in Damascus, according to the Syria Times.
The two bodies called on the international community to take strict measures to stop smuggling Syrian resources, according to the Syria Times.
Faisal al-Mekdad, the regime’s top diplomat, is visiting Moscow days after a meeting with Cavusoglu.
Ned Price stressed his country’s extensive and direct engagement with Syria “to try to get Austin home,” according to North Press.
Damascus accused Washington of issuing misleading and illogical statements on Austin Tice, according to SANA.
The SDF has intensified its patrols and checkpoints on all axes in the vicinity of the field, according to Aram.
Shaaban stressed that the One-China principle is internationally recognized and is in the interest of all Chinese people, according to the Syria Times.
The attack occurred hours after Israeli airstrikes on western and central Syria killed three soldiers, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The majority of the Zaatari camp’s residents still want to return to Syria in the future, but economic sanctions make it more difficult, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Mekdad’s diplomatic activity was centred around the Israeli aggression on Palestine, according to the Syria Times.
Sabbagh said Israel’s nuclear program poses a threat to regional peace and stability, according to SANA.
The ship began unloading its cargo as scheduled after it was detained by the Tripoli Port Authority, according to SANA.
Syria condemned with the strongest terms the U.S. unprecedented provocative action towards China, according to SANA.
Opposition circles received the Turkish Foreign Minister’s remarks with much apprehension, according to Athr Press.
The Revolutionary Commandos receive ongoing military training from U.S. forces, according to Baladi News.
The discussions focused on the issue of detainees and the need to step up cooperation to maintain pressure on Russia and the Assad regime, according to the SOC Media Department.
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.
Under the new amendment, Syrian citizens who have been Turkish citizens since 2011 have to review the Palestine branch, according to Enab Baladi.
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 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.
Israel fears the Russian-Iranian rapprochement will hinder its military operations in Syria, according to Baladi News.
The former minister of economy Lamia Assi said that Syria is operating under a “managed float” system, according to Shaam Network.
Mohammad al-Saghir worked for the al-Ikhbariyah News Channel and was kidnapped by the QSD militia in 2019, according to SANA.
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.
Michael Corella, commander of U.S. operations in the Middle East, visited the al-Tanf base on Saturday, according to Baladi News.
The regime remains however the biggest aggressor against children, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
5 Russian citizens who raised funds under the guise of charity work to finance HTS were arrested, according to Sham FM.
Humanitarian organizations operating in Syria said that the decision to renew cross-border aid for only 6 months was an “impossible situation,” according to al-Souria Net.
Ilham Ahmed said that the Turkish operation in NE Syria will be to ISIS’ advantage, according to North Press.
The U.S. Central Command said that the U.S. raid killed Maher al-Aqal in Afrin countryside, according to Shaam Network.
Saleh Muslim said the PYD “does not love war”, according to North Press.
The vicinity of the al-Tanf base was recently targeted by Russian forces in Syria, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian and Cuban Foreign Ministers are visiting Algiers to participate in the 60th anniversary of Independence Day, according to SANA.
A Syrian diplomat said at an OPCW event that it was Russia’s right to defend itself against aggression, according to SANA.
The delegation included a U.S. Senator and the Commander of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, according to North Press.
The regime in Syria could not survive the loss of captagon revenues, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
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.
Ankara said there was “no need to hurry” a military operation in Northern Syria, according to Arab News.
Turkey, Finland and Sweden have signed a memorandum “that addresses Turkey’s concerns.”
Sabbagh said some countries’ blind bias in favour of Israel was exposed, according to SANA.
Regime cronies are seizing the oil and selling it in the black market for profit, according to al-Iqtissad.
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.
Russia has been trying to prove its military presence in Syria since the beginning of the war on Ukraine, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The U.S. is trying to make concessions to Iran to bring it back to the negotiations table, according to Baladi News.
Russia claimed the U.S. is training agents in al-Tanf to attack civilians in Syria, according to al-Watan.
A Syrian cargo ship had crossed the Bosphorus from Ukraine, according to Enab Baladi.
The agreement is a breach in the wall of the regime’s isolation.
The signatories to the petition requested that Turkey abandons “the war and destruction path”, North Press reports.
A report by the Jusoor Center for Studies sheds light on the agreement that Lebanon announced with Syria and Egypt, according to Shaam Network.
Iran is recruiting young men from Northeast Syria, according to Arabi 21.
The Institute for Strategic Dialogue identified a network that spread disinformation on Syria to more than 1,8 million followers, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The former U.S. Secretary of State said that the U.S. did not take Iran’s threats of war seriously, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The SNHR reported that 228,893 civilians were killed in the Syrian civil war from March 2011, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The U.S. does not want the Syrian parties to unite in the face of Turkey’s threats, according to al-Watan.
The International coalition arrested the Wali of Raqqa in Jarablus, according to al-Souria Net.
A Russian diplomat said Moscow will do all it can to avoid “complications” in Syria, according to SANA.
Despite unchanging frontlines, the Turkish operation in northeast Syria could be imminent.
A regime defector, testifying before the U.S. Senate, said that Assad and Putin are still committing terrible war crimes in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Ned Price said any aggression on Syria by Turkey could result in “costly setbacks” in the fight against ISIS, according to North Press.
Shop owners are requesting annual rent in US dollars instead of the Syrian pound, putting tenants in a bad situation, according to Syria TV.
Three civilians, including two children, were wounded after a car bomb detonated in Azaz, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The SDF would coordinate with Syrian government troops to fend off any Turkish invasion, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey has promised to root out “terrorists” from Northeast Syria, as part of its military operation in the Northeast, despite U.S. pressure.
The U.S. said it opposes anything that might jeopardize efforts to keep ISIS at bay, according to al-Souria Net.
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.
Vasily Nebenzia accused the U.S. of expanding its illegal trade of Syrian grain and oil, according to SANA.
Syria called for the immediate withdrawal of U.S. forces, according to the Syria Times.
Werberg stressed Washington’s commitment to Syria’s territorial integrity, according to Syria TV.
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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Jordan is hoping to attract more investors from Syria, by offering them residency and other facilities, according to al-Hal Net.
Syria said it retains the right to respond to any aggression by the Turkish regime, according to SANA.
The SDF insists on rehabilitating the Lafarge plant to produce 3 million tons of black cement by next month, according to al-Watan.
The agriculture of grapes in southern Syria has declined during the past years, according to Enab Baladi.
Hezbollah began setting up specialized laboratories to manufacture Captagon in Suweida, according to Baladi News.
Mekdad affirmed Syria’s keenness to strengthen joint Arab action, according to SANA.
The so-called amnesty that the Assad regime has recently issued is no more than a ruse, according to the SOC Media Department.
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.
A little more than 6 billion dollars were allocated for Syrians inside and outside Syria.
Lavrov said Oman and Russia shared a “common vision… on many international issues”, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Ten devices from the Israeli company will be installed to solve the water crisis for the Syrian people, according to Syria TV.
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 opposition reaffirmed its commitment to a political solution in Syria, according to the SOC Media Department.
The U.S. will consider changes in policies and actions of the Syrian government in determining whether to continue or terminate this national emergency, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced the United States is providing nearly $808 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the Syria crisis response.
U.S. President Joe Biden has pledged to reach out directly to the Syrian government to seek the return of American journalist Austin Tice, according to Hashtag Syria.
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The opposition hopes the international community will react sharply to the leaked videos, according to Baladi News.
Syria condemned the blatant Israeli aggression on the vicinity of Damascus at dawn on Wednesday, according to SANA.
Pedersen said the conflict in Syria gives rise to threats to international peace and security, according to North Press.
Syria reaffirmed its firm commitment to its right to return the whole Golan, occupied by Israel since 1967, according to SANA.
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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.
The U.S. Congress requested a detailed report about the wealth of the Assad family, that ought to be finalized next week, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Special Presidential Adviser to the Presidency said that Russia and China are standing up to a NATO-dominated world, according to al-Watan.
It is still possible to resolve the Syrian civil war either via pressure, diplomacy or military power, according to Ibrahim Karatas for the Daily Sabah.
The SDF, with the help of the International Coalition, arrested a local leader of ISIS in Hassakeh, according to North Press.
Syria reserves its right to hold the governments of the international coalition politically, morally, and legally responsible for the destruction of Raqqa, according to SANA.
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A book by Fredric Hof recounts the details of peace talks between Israel and Syria in 2011, according to North Press.
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.
Residents of the Syrian village intercepted 4 U.S. military vehicles.
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The U.S. has allowed Turkey to occupy Ain Issa in exchange for cooperation on the Ukraine issue, according to al-Watan.
U.S. forces are training ISIS fighters to attack Syrian regime points, according to SANA.
Activists are filing lawsuits against Abu Amsha, the leader of the Sultan Suleiman Shah Division, in Europe, according to Enab Baladi.
The fate and whereabouts of at least 100 of these boys remain unknown after the Sinaa prison break, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria and Russia are working together to resist the effect of sanctions, according to al-Watan.
Syria and Russia are both trying to end American hegemony on trade and finance, according to the Syria Times.
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.
Asharq al-Awsat revisits 4 days of Syrian constitutional talks in Geneva.
The striking teachers will continue their strike until all their demands are met, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian regime president might visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt after the UAE.
The Head of the Al-Sanamayn city council in the countryside of Daraa was killed as a result of shooting by unidentified gunmen, according to the Syria Times.
Members of Congress are accusing the U.S. President of reducing pressure on the regime in Syria, according to al-Modon.
Electricity in Afrin costs much more than it costs in Turkey, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian foreign ministry criticized the “U.S. occupation” plan to exclude areas in northern Syria from sanctions, according to SANA.
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Opposition groups in Daraa are claiming that the U.S. is getting in touch with them, according to al-Modon.
The visit of Assad to the UAE cannot be dissociated from global developments, according to North Press.
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U.S. reinforcements joined military bases in northeastern Syria, following an attack by Iran on Erbil, according to al-Souria Net.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry said that States hostile to Syria can’t impose any conditions on its people, according to SANA.
The war in Ukraine will weaken Russia and its support to Assad in Syria, according to Adnan Ali in al-Souria Net.
EXCERPTS
Jim Risch said the strategic partners of the U.S. should not rehabilitate Assad, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The U.S. discussed with the SDF and the SDC the political situation in Northeast Syria, according to Baladi News.
Following the al-Sinaa attack, the SDF transferred over 1,000 ISIS detainees to another prison, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
After the attacks on Erbil, Iranian militias across Syria undertook redeployment and repositioning operations, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Russian media published a video of Russian military units patrolling the Syrian side of the Golan Heights, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Iran said the bombardment of Erbil was a retaliation to the attack by Israel on its forces in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The PYD cadre said the Syrian government’s attachment to centralization and the exclusivity of power impede a political solution, according to North Press.
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.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights warned against the oppression of Syrian women, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Moscow and the U.S. consider that the two issues are separate, according to al-Watan.
The crown princes of the UAE and Saudi Arabia refused to cooperate with Biden on oil supply, according to Athr Press.
Iran called on the OPCW to respect the rights of Syria and warned against the politicization of the chemical watchdog, according to the Syria Times.
As the security situation in southern Syria keeps deteriorating, regime officials are resorting to extortion against Daraa traders, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The U.S. is using Syria to send messages to Russia over its war in Ukraine, according to al-Hal Net.
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.
The currency in Syria tumbled in the last ten days following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, dropping by over 7 percent relative to the U.S. dollar, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Iran is moving inside Syria to try and consolidate its position.
Clashes between the Syrian regime and the SDF occurred in al-Hassakeh, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian journalists federation called the banning of Russian media from the EU a form of piracy, according to the Syria Times.
The U.S. envoy under Trump noted said an integrated “road map” to impose a political solution in Syria was thwarted by Russia, according to Syria TV.
A month after the assassination of al-Quraishi, ISIS still hasn’t appointed a new leader, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Norwegian Refugee Council and the Syrian ministry education are deepening cooperation, according to the Syria Times.
Officials from Iran and Syria met in Damascus and Tehran to discuss cooperation, according to SANA.
Israel is worried that Putin might hinder its operations in Syria, after it expressed support to Ukraine, according to al-Watan.
President Assad’s top advisors stood up defending President Vladimir Putin’s policy in Ukraine, according to SANA.
The heads of the secret services in Iran and Syria met to discuss cooperation between the two bodies, according to al-Watan.
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The Lebanese Minister for the Displaced met with the Syrian Minister for Local Administration to discuss the return of refugees, according to SANA.
The Syrian Ministry of Health began earlier this week to launch the Cuban Abdala vaccine, according to Hashtag Syria.
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Pedersen met Sergey Lavrov in Moscow to discuss the effects of the military operation in Ukraine on Syria, according to al-Watan.
Faisal al-Mekdad affirmed that the relations between Syria and Russia are strategic, accusing NATO of provoking both countries, according to SANA.
Israeli officials are worried that sanctions on Russia would hinder the cooperation between the two countries in Syria, according to SY-24.
The 2013 deal between Russia and the U.S. on Syria resembles the Munich agreement between Hitler and Chamberlain, according to Sam Hamad, in an op-ed to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Faisal al-Mekdad described the dire situation in Syria in front of a Russian think thank, in a rare occurrence by a regime official.
A woman was killed and her husband and son injured by a Russian armored vehicle in the eastern Syrian countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian regime wants to promote Iranian imports, at the expense of Syrian industrialists, according to Darwish Khalifa in al-Tareek.
The U.S. is extensively training the YPG in Deir-ez-Zor, weeks after an ISIS operation, according to the Daily Sabah
Damascus sent military reinforcements to Suweida and began indirect negotiations
The regime has required additional identifications for recipients of remittance in Syria, according to SYRIA TV.
Protests were held in Hassakeh against the “systematic targeting of education” by the SDF and the U.S., according to SANA.
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.
President Assad discussed the importance of the Hemeimeen airbase with the Russian minister of defense, as war with Ukraine looms, according to al-Watan.
Putin did not agree to give up on president Assad in Syria in exchange for greater influence in Ukraine, according to al-Baath.
Stanislav Gadzhimagomedov, the Deputy Head of the Operations Directorate of the Russian General Staff, denounced U.S. sanctions on Syria, according to SANA.
Russia claims that the U.S. intelligence wants to exploit sleeper terrorist cells to carry out attacks against the Syrian Arab Army, according to SANA.
The fate of the more than 8,000 forcibly disappeared individuals by ISIS remains unknown, a report by the SNHR claims, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A conflict in Ukraine could extend to Syria, where Russia already has a military base and troops, the coming commander-in-chief of U.S. forces in the Middle East has said, according to Orient Net
Detained women in the al-Hol camp tried to kidnap their guards, in an attempt to flee, according to Enab Baladi.
The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service accused the U.S. of looting natural resources in Syria and encouraging terrorism there, according to the Syria Times.
The Syrian and Russian warplanes struck 32 sites affiliated to the terrorist ISIS organization in the Atharya area in eastern Badia and destroyed them, according to the Syria Times.
A delegation by the UNICEF denounced the living conditions of children in Northeast Syria, particularly in the prisons of ISIS fighters, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Media in Syrian regions administered by AANES are facing increased repression by the PYD, 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 Foreign Minister of Qatar Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani stressed that it is unlikely that Qatar will normalize relations with Israel or the Assad regime, according to the Zaitun agency.
Members of Congress are accusing president Biden of being too lax on sanctions after exemptions were given to Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan to allow the establishment of the Arab Gas Project, according to al-Watan.
Statement by the U.S. Department of Defense following the raid against ISIS Leader Hajii Abdullah.
The SDF signed an agreement with an HTS-affiliated company to supply it with oil, according to Athr Press.
A report by the Guardian showed how underground networks in Turkey provide ISIS terrorists with fake passports, according to SANA.
The OPCW issues Fact-Finding Mission report on chemical weapons use allegation in Kafr Zeita, Syria, on 1 October 2016
The International community is giving up on the Syrian opposition, as the Steps-for-Steps approach probably won’t yield any major concessions from the regime, al-Modon reports.
A clinic opened its doors in the al-Rukban IDP camp, on the borders with Jordan, offering healthcare for one day only, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Mouvement of goods and passengers from Syria to Jordan is hindered by Caesar Act-related U.S. pressure, according to Athr Press.
The Foreign Minister of Oman stressed the efforts by Arab countries to reach union and overcome disagreements, according to al-Watan.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmad Aboul Gheit said that the procedures for Syria to return to the Arab League have not yet been fulfilled, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Honor crimes persist in Syria, Mekdad visits Paraguayan diplomat, and ISIS resurges. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The SDF sent ISIS fighters away from Hassakeh to the regime-controlled Syrian Badia, according to al-Watan.
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.
The Syrian Military Public Prosecution stressed Thursday that there is no legal justification for the U.S. presence in Syria, calling it an “occupation”, SANA wrote.
Syria rejected comments by the EU council, refusing any kind of intervention in its internal affairs, according to al-Watan.
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.
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.
Following the attack by ISIS on a Syrian prison in the Northeast, clashes with the SDF have resulted in 154 deaths, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A former advisor to President Obama has claimed that although the U.S. will not remain permanently in Northeast Syria, it has a responsibility to stabilize the area, according to North Press.
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.
Following the resurgence of ISIS in Northeast Syria, the International Coalition has bombed positions in Hassakeh, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Clashes between ISIS and the SDF have made more than a hundred victims, following a massive operation by the Islamist group, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Katerji Holding Group announced signing a contract with a Chinese company to build Syria’s “largest industrial plant”, according to al-Souria Net.
European courts are using universal jurisdictions to convict perpetrators of crimes against humanity committed in Syria by the Regime. The Syrian Observer recaps.
Abdah claims to have received confirmation from the U.S. that there won’t be any caesar exemption related to the energy deal between Syria, Jordan, and Lebanon, according to al-Souria Net.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has announced that he will visit Syria soon to celebrate with the Syrian people peace and stability, according to SANA.
Meslet, the leader of the Syrian opposition, has called for Arab countries to halt normalization with Damascus and not to allow the regime back to the Arab League, according to Syria TV.
The presence of the U.S. in Syria is essential for Washington’s interests, and is sanctioned by Congress, according to North Press.
The Syrian Foreign minister has claimed that the U.S. occupation is violating human rights in Syria, according to SANA.
The spokesman of the Iranian foreign ministry has underlined the deep relations between Syria and Iran, according to SANA.
Healthcare worker killed in the al-Hol camp, Iran calls for lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria, and U.S. convoy expelled from Qamishli village. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
At least six pro-Iran militants, including a Revolutionary Guard commander, were killed, in a snap attack by a suspected ISIS group in the Syrian desert, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Foreign minister of Jordan has called Washington for more exemptions from sanctions targeting Syria, to resolve the crisis there, according to al-Watan.
A bipartisan group of U.S. representatives has called on Biden to halt Arab normalization with Assad, according to al-Souria Net.
The intensification of Russian activities in Syria is part of the struggle of influence between Iran and Russia, according to al-Hal Net.
A number of SDF gunmen were killed in an attack in the northern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, according to SANA.
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.
The International Conference of Religions and Beliefs of Mesopotamia was held in Qamishli, to discuss religious coexistence, according to North Press.
The mechanism for the delivery of humanitarian assistance to Syria ended on Monday, resulting in uncertainty about the future of cross-border aid, according to al-Watan.
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 protest was organized in the opposition-held city of Azaz, to demand the truth on the whereabouts of missing people in the Syrian government’s prisons, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The U.S. and the SDF have installed an oil refinery in the Rmelan field, in the countryside of Hassakeh, according to SANA.
An ISIS military leader was arrested in a village of the Hassakeh countryside by the Asayish and the U.S.-led global coalition, according to North Press.
The U.S. military base in the al-Omar field was targeted by missiles again, a frequent occurrence this week, according to al-Watan.
No major changes in the position of America in the Middle East are to be expected, according to Robert Ford for Asharq al-Awsat.
At a memorial ceremony to commemorate the martyrdom of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, Shaaban claimed the axis of resistance is fighting a moral war, according to al-Baath.
On Wednesday, a leader of the SDF militia was killed after being ambushed by unknown assailants in the northern countryside of Raqqa, the Zaitun Agency reports.
The U.S. and France have each condemned the escalation in the Idleb governorate by Russia and the Syrian regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Iran is considering building a railway that connects the Port of Khomeini to that of Lattakia, on the Mediterranean, according to Arabi 21.
The U.S.-led coalition fighting ISIS in Syria said Tuesday they had foiled an attack in Deir-ez-Zor, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
U.S. forces conducted an airdrop on a village in southern Hassakeh, with the help of the SDF, Sana reports.
The secretary-general of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah, has accused the U.S. of practicing daily crimes against the Syrian people, according to SANA.
As Syria prepares to welcome back religious pilgrims from Iran, experts claim that this decision is a highly political one, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
What happened in Syria in 2021? From the Arab rapprochement to the presidential elections, the Syrian Observer recaps last year’s most important news.
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.
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.
The SDC said that democratic change is an essential condition for it to negotiate with the Syrian regime, according to North Press.
The opposition coalition held a workshop to discuss the “step-by-step” approach proposed by the UN special envoy, which it considers a “reward to the Assad regime”, according to the SOC media department.
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.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has advised the SDC to engage in dialogue with the Assad regime, warning that U.S. forces won’t stay forever, according to al-Souria Net.
Damascus has called the report by Guterres “subjective” and “unrealistic”, according to al-Watan.
Israel’s former military intelligence chief says the country was involved in the American airstrike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani in January 2020, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
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.
Israeli raid on the Damascus International Airport, a U.S. military convoy intercepted by the army in Syria, and children conscripted by the SDF. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The return of Syria to the Arab League is not assured, as the regime delays taking steps expected from it on the internal and external levels, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
An SDC official has claimed that the U.S. administration is working on a mechanism to ease the impact of the Caesar sanctions on civilians in Syria, according to North Press.
Japan has signed an agreement with the WHO to provide 6 million dollars in aid to hospitals in Syria, according to Arab News.
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.
Egypt wants a “clear document” from the U.S. to ensure that it will not be subject to sanctions if it supplies Lebanon with natural gas through Syria, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. Army announced that it shot down a drone within the airspace of the al-Tanf military base, according to North Press.
The media advisor to Bashar al-Assad has called for documentation of the Syrian war, North Press reports.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on the Security Council to introduce a resolution on cross-border aid to Syria and particularly Idleb, al-Souria Net reports.
The People’s Assembly approved a reduced state budget law for the fiscal year 2022, according to Syria TV.
Fuel supplier Bunker Holding, its chief executive, and its subsidiary were convicted by a Danish local court for selling jet fuel to Syria despite sanctions, Asharq al-Awsat reveals.
A Syrian-American journalist visited Israel to attend the Miss Universe beauty pageant, sparking widespread controversy, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The government in Syria has “condemned” the use of chemical weapons, despite being accused of such attacks and refusing to cooperate with OPCW inspectors, North Press reports.
Buthaina Shaaban stressed that the U.S. presence in Syria is an occupation that loots Syrian oil under the pretext of fighting terrorism, SANA reports.
The U.S. House of Representatives requested the Biden administration to announce its strategy for Syria and disclose the sources of the wealth of Assad and his inner circle, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
The U.S. Treasury included 5 officers from Syria in its sanctions list for being involved in the country’s repressive security apparatus or in chemical attacks.
Ahmad Qassoum, a civilian victim of the drone strike in the Idleb countryside that injured 6 and killed a Qaeda commander, tells his story to Asharq al-Awsat.
The U.S. imposed new sanctions on individuals and entities from Syria, Iran and Uganda.
A checkpoint by the Syrian Arab Army intercepted a military convoy of the U.S. occupation forces in the Hassakeh countryside, the Syria Times writes.
The EU is trying to halt normalization with Damascus for as long as a political solution has not been agreed on, according to al-Hal Net.
During his visit to the Iranian capital Tehran, Syrian FM Mekdad has met with several officials, SANA reports.
The regime’s illegal drug industry has benefitted associates of Bashar al-Assad, according to the Daily Sabah.
During his visit to Tehran, Syrian FM Faisal Mekdad has reaffirmed his commitment to improving strategic relations with Iran, SANA reports.
The U.S. eliminated a Qaeda leader and renews the training of Kurdish-led group, an attack against a Russian convoy, and arbitrary arrests continue. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend in Syria.
Multiple explosions were heard inside the U.S. occupation base in the al-Tanf region close to the border with Iraq, according to SANA.
Moscow is helping Damascus regain control of the northeastern regions of Syria through dialogue with the SDF, according to al-Watan.
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.
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.
The Agricultural Society Development Company resumed the distribution of wheat seeds in the city of Derik, northeast Syria, according to North Press.
U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III ordered a new investigation Monday into a 2019 American airstrike in Syria that could have killed dozens of civilians, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
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.
The U.S. has expanded the authorizations for NGOs to engage in certain transactions and activities in Syria, according to North Press.
Cooperation with the regime in Syria will not necessarily lead to its moderation, Hazem Saghieh writes in an op-ed in Asharq al-Awsat.
Russia has planned to destabilize the northern and eastern parts of Syria in order to expand its influence there, according to al-Hal Net.
A rocket attack on a U.S. base inside Syria was heard on Tuesday, according to Athr Press.
As the UAE bets on normalization with Assad to diminish Iranian influence in Syria, it remains unclear whether this strategy will work, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian government is taking advantage of Turkish threats in Northeast Syria to extend its influence there, according to North Press.
Aid from Belarus to Syria, U.S. lawmakers question Biden strike, and Fourth Division withdraws from Daraa. Catch up on everything over the weekend.
The White Helmets documented that 63 children were killed from the beginning of June up until Wednesday, November 17th, according to SY-24.
Turkey’s threats in northeastern Syria have pushed the SDF into a Russian-sponsored rapprochement with the Assad regime.
While the West refuses to recognize his control over Syria, Assad has sought assistance from China and wealthier regional powers like the UAE, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
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.
The opposition Syrian Negotiations Committee announced that it has received U.S. and European assurances that they will continue to apply pressure to the Assad regime until a political solution is reached, Syria TV says.
The UAE Foreign Minister met with a number of Arab and UN officials to discuss the Syrian issue after his meeting with Assad, Athr Press reports.
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 UN held the U.S. occupation responsible for killing 64 civilians in a 2019 airstrike on the Deir-ez-Zor countryside in Syria, SANA reports.
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.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman al-Safadi revealed that Jordan held talks with Washington before engaging in rapprochement with Syria, according to Athr Press.
As the U.S. neutralizes the role of the UAE in several files, including in Syria, Abu Dhabi’s move comes to expand its margin in the region, Mohamed Sarmini writes in Nedaa Post.
Israeli media revealed the identity of the new commander of Iranian operations in Syria, as subjects of discord between Iran and the Syrian regime grow, according to Syria TV.
With 144 votes in favor, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution in favor of the Syrian identity of the Golan, North Press reports.
Syrian Kurds in the Northeast are prepared to offer 75% of the oil produced in their region to Damascus, as a gesture of goodwill, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
An upcoming U.S. Russian meeting in Geneva between Brett McGurk and Sergey Vershinin will discuss the situation in Syria, according to Baladi News.
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.
Ahmed al-Jarba, opposition figure and founder of Syria’s Tomorrow Mouvement, has visited Moscow to discuss the Syrian issue with Lavrov, according to al-Souria Net.
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.
Following their meeting on October 22nd, Nafta Bennett and Vladimir Putin have agreed to let Israel attack Iran in Syria, while Russia turns a blind eye, according to al-Modon.
A Kurdish-Russian rapprochement is ongoing, as Turkey threatens to intervene militarily in Northeast Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
The co-chairman of the SDC has claimed that his organization hopes to unite with the Syrian opposition against tyranny, defending the Kurdish-Russian rapprochement, according to Nedaa Post.
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.
Riyadh, through its foreign minister, has claimed that it does not intend to get closer with Damascus at the moment, according to Athr Press.
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.
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.
Four Russian warplanes landed in northeast Syria, at the Qamishli International Airport, less than 100 km from a U.S. military base, North Press writes.
A Russian military expert said that the U.S. cannot destroy the air defense system of Russia, noting it successfully shot down U.S. cruise missiles in Syria in 2018, according to al-Watan.
The Deputy Permanent Representative of China to the UN, Geng Shuang has reiterated his country’s support to Syria in its fight against terrorism and unjust coercive measures, SANA writes.
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 economic crisis in Syria is threatening the old publishing houses of Damascus, according to Syria TV.
Zaman al-Wasl presents through a testimony of an eye-witness a horrific crime committed by Assad on a whole family, burned to death.
The U.S. kills a senior al-Qaeda figure in Syria, Assad diverts funds from international humanitarian aid, and China condemns the Damascus bus attack. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The U.S. military said on Friday that it has killed a senior al-Qaeda leader in the countryside of Raqqa through a drone strike, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Tanf U.S. military position in southern Syria was attacked on Wednesday, but no injuries were recorded, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The U.S. embassy in Syria has condemned the recent upsurge of violence in the war-torn country, according to North Press.
The U.S. position on Syria has shifted to become more committed to ceasefire and de-escalation, according to al-Hal.
The U.S. has abandoned its allies in Syria after it was defeated there, according to Bassam Abou Abdallah in al-Watan.
U.S. occupation forces brought in reinforcements to their positions in Hassakeh, Northeastern Syria, SANA writes.
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.
Anas al-Abdah has confirmed that the Syrian opposition has lobbied with western capitals to convince them not to normalize ties with the regime, according to the Syrian News Agency.
President Assad received yesterday the Russian President’s Special Envoy for Syria Alexander Lavrentiev and Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin to discuss cooperation with Russia, according to SANA.
Facebook has published a list of opposition groups in Syria in order to control the content shared by users about them, according to Athr Press.
The U.S. Secretary of State said on Wednesday that his country rules out normalization with the Syrian regime of Bashar al-Assad, according to the Daily Sabah.
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 “paper” provided by Jordan to western capitals about Syria includes re-engaging with the regime and providing it with incentives to commit to a political transition, according to Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
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.
Normalization with the Assad regime is accelerating, as the Biden Administration focuses on the far-east, according to Ashraq al-Awsat.
After the visit of the Iranian Foreign Minister, sources in Iran claimed that a favorable change in dynamic in the Middle East was ongoing, al-Watan writes.
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.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition political committee held its periodic meeting, in which it discussed the escalation around Idleb and the meeting with U.S. officials, the SOC Media Department writes.
Rifaat al-Assad back to Syria, an Israeli attack on pro-government positions kills two, and Interpol welcomes the regime back. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
President Bashar al-Assad welcomed on Saturday Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian to discuss cooperation and international developments, SANA reports.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, regional developments and bilateral relations, according to the Daily Sabah.
In a tripartite meeting held in Amman, the Ministers of Energy of Syria, Jordan, and Lebanon agreed on details of an electricity transfer plan between the three countries, according to al-Araby a-Jadeed.
The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) handed over a number of children and wives of ISIS members to a German and a Danish delegation, North Press reports,
A third tanker carrying Iranian fuel for distribution in Lebanon has reached Syria, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
The economic and energy crises in Lebanon are an opportunity for Assad to restore his regime’s regional status, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The phone call between King Abdullah II of Jordan and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad could pave the way for the restoration of Arab-Syrian relations.
The Syrian opposition president, Samer al-Meslet, has hinted that the U.S. favors the Kurdish-dominated SDF in Syria, at the expense of the opposition, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
The YPG in Syria just received more funding and military equipment from the U.S., despite Turkey considering it as a threat to its national security, the Daily Sabah says.
The U.S. denies plans to normalize ties with the Syrian regime, COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc in Syria, and Syria participates in Expo 2020 in Dubai. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
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.
The Assistant Foreign and Expatriates Minister Ayman Sousan claimed Syria has nearly triumphed over conspiracy, which means no one can impose anything on it against its national interests, according to SANA.
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.
U.S. officials met with representatives of the Syrian National Coalition, reaffirming their country’s commitment to a political solution in Syria, according to al-Tariq.
A delegation of the SDC visited Washington, where it received confirmation that the U.S. will keep supporting stability in Northeast Syria, according to North Press.
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 U.S. State Department made two statements about the rapprochement between Jordan and the Assad regime, that vary between “welcoming” to “reviewing” the announcement, according to al-Souria Net.
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.
Washington has assured the Syrian Kurds it backs that they are not at risk of an American withdrawal, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
Salem al-Meslet said that the United States must pressure the Bashar al-Assad regime to accept a political transition in Syria, according to the Daily Sabah.
A joint delegation of opposition figures met with EU diplomats to discuss the need to ensure a just political transition in Syria, according to the SOC Media Office.
Russia asks Israel to convince the U.S. on Syria, COVID19 wreaks havoc, and an anti-ISIS operation by the SDF. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Turkish President addresses the 76th UN general assembly and talks about the Syrian Crisis, according to the Anadolu News Agency.
The SDF is seizing schools in Hassakeh and turning them into military bases, leading to great suffering among students, according to SANA.
A drone targeted a car in the Idleb countryside, with rumors pointing out at the assassination of leaders of the Guardians of Religion Organization, al-Souria Net writes.
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 Syrian defense minister met the Chief of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces in an official visit to Jordan, according to the Syria Times.
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.
COVID continues to wreak havoc in Syria, the U.S. considering exemptions from the Caesar Act to ensure the flow of energy to Lebanon, and a meeting between German officials and the opposition. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian regime is extracting political and economic benefits from the passage of Iranian oil through Syria to Lebanon, according to al-Souria Net.
On Sunday, Faisal al-Mekdad left for New York to participate in the 76th session of the UN General Assembly, which takes place next Tuesday and lasts for nearly a week, according to al-Watan.
Yahya al-Aridi, the spokesman for the Syrian High Negotiations Committee (HNC) criticized a statement by the Russian Foreign Ministry about the legitimacy of the regime, according to SY-24.
A delegation from the SDC visited Russia where it met with Russian Foreign Ministry representatives to discuss dialogue with the regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Hezbollah began bringing Iranian fuel into Lebanon via Syria to ease an energy crisis, a move that might expose the country to U.S. sanctions, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Hazem Saghieh reflects on the new dynamic emerging between Syria and Lebanon, as a new government is formed in Beirut with many pro-Syria figures, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Airstrikes from unidentified drones killed three pro-Iran fighters in Deir-ez-Zor, according to the Daily Star.
Behind closed doors, a meeting is being held in Amman between international stakeholders to discuss normalization with Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
The Al-Qaterji militia has resumed the transport of oil from areas controlled by the SDF to Assad regime areas, according to the Syrian News Agency.
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.
As Lebanon prepares to receive much-needed Egyptian gas through Syria, the general impression is that this bargain would allow the regime to rehabilitate itself regionally.
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.
The dialogue between Kurdish parties will resume, after pressure by the U.S., according to al-Hal Net.
The U.S. is reportedly pressuring the PYD to remove Iranian and Turkish cadres of the PKK from Syria in order to ensure that inter-Kurdish dialogue succeeds, according to al-Tareek.
The U.S. retreat from the region would only benefit tyrants and fascist groups, particularly in Syria where it would allow Assad to eliminate rebels, Sam Hamdan writes for the New Arab.
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.
Qatar on Sunday has condemned the Syrian regime’s “brutal attack” on the southern part of the city of Daraa, saying it led to the displacement of dozens of families, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
President Bashar al-Assad received a Lebanese delegation of Druze dignitaries headed by Lebanese Democratic Party Chairman Talal Arslan, according to al-Watan.
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.
Officials from the SDF have expressed their concerns about the eventual U.S. withdrawal from Northeast Syria, which prompts them to work for a political solution, according to al-Souria Net.
A meeting between petroleum and energy ministers from Syria, Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan next Wednesday will be held in Amman to discuss Lebanon’s request for help in transmitting gas and energy from its neighbors, according to SANA.
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.
An official told the al-Hurra TV Station that the U.S. military presence in Iraq and northern Syria will remain for the time being, according to al-Modon.
As the economic situation there worsens, Lebanon called on the United States for an exemption from the import and export ban through Syria, according to Athr Press.
Iranian media reported that the ship carrying Iranian oil, heading to Lebanon, entered Syrian territorial waters, according to al-Souria Net.
Just like it ‘secretly withdrew from Afghanistan, the U.S. army might also retreat from Syria, a country where Washington has no vital interests, according to the Daily Sabah.
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.
Figures of the opposition have condemned the recent kidnapping of Syrian activists at the regime’s embassy in Beirut, according to Nedaa Post.
As tensions in Daraa escalate, both sides are accusing each other of being behind the worsening of the situation, according to Baladi News.
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.
A massive oil spill caused by leakage from a power plant inside one of Syria’s oil refineries is spreading along the Syrian coast, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
An “unexplained” explosion occurred in an HTS training base around Idleb, killing at least 10, according to al-Souria Net.
Ali Asghar Khaji reiterated to Pedersen his country’s rejection of the unilateral coercive measures imposed by the U.S. administration on Syria, according to the Syria Times.
As the Syrian regime continues its policy of oppressing those who deal with foreign currencies, it makes billions out of those arrests, according to North Press.
King Abdullah II and President Putin discussed the situation in Southern Syria, primarily its humanitarian aspects, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Israeli airstrikes on Damascus and Homs, the SDF conducts business with companies under sanctions and arrests ISIS leaders in al-Hassakeh. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
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.
Ilham Ahmad, the head of the executive body of the Syrian Democratic Council, said that there are no clear solutions in sight for the Syrian conflict, according to Nedaa Post.
A meeting is scheduled between President Putin and King Abdullah II to discuss the recent developments in Daraa, according to Baladi News.
The global coalition to defeat ISIS, which is led by the U.S., is intensifying its presence in the al-Tanf area and training an allied militia, according to al-Soruai Net.
Hassan Nasrallah called the U.S. claims of fighting ISIS in Syria a lie, accusing the ‘occupation forces’ of looting the country, the Syria Times writes.
The takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban after the American retreat, and the establishment of an Islamic Emirate there, had strong echoes in Syria, where there is a significant U.S. military presence.
Ramzy Ezzeldin Ramzy offers in his op-ed two tracks for a political settlement to end the conflict in Syria.
The NATO allies of the U.S. are paying the price of the failed wars they’ve been dragged into, such as the war in Afghanistan, SANA writes.
The situation in Daraa reveals a rift between Iran and Russia in Syria, as Iran is trying to sabotage the Russian-sponsored Status quo, according to North Press.
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.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Sussan claims that the U.S. does not understand UN Resolution 2254, which it uses to justify occupation, al-Watan writes.
Russia claimed that the U.S. military presence in Syria is illegal, calling Washington’s interpretation of resolution No. 2254 “ridiculous and ironic,” according to SANA.
The U.S. is trying to build Arab majority proxy militias in northeastern Syria by enrolling young men from the tribes, according to al-Watan.
A convoy of 80 U.S. tankers carrying oil from Syria has left for Iraq via the al-Walid crossing, according to SANA.
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.
The ambassador of Venezuela to Syria stressed that his country is ready to participate in the reconstruction process after the war, according to SANA.
Hammoda Sabbagh, the Speaker of the Syrian Parliament, is on an official visit to Iran to represent President Bashar al-Assad in the oath ceremony of Raisi, the Syria Times writes.
Armenak Tokmajyan, expert on borders and conflict, Syrian refugees, and local intermediaries in Syria, explains to the Syrian Observer how the position of Jordan on the conflict in Syria evolved.
Meslet meets with western officials, the fate of cross-border aid questioned again, and negotiations in Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Hussein Arnous was tasked with forming the new government of Syria, a task that seems to be governed by the recycling of sovereign portfolios and the purchase of some others, according to North Press.
The speaker of the Jordanian parliament has reaffirmed that cooperation with Syria is “continuous” and important for his country, SANA writes.
The SDF, which is allied to the U.S., has violated the Caesar Act by providing companies loyal to the regime with oil, according to Syria Television.
Syria has denounced the Turkish intervention in the domestic affairs of Tunisia, after president Saied suspended parliament, according to SANA.
Syria strongly condemned the disinformation campaign launched by the U.S. against Cuba, in order to destabilize the island, according to The Syria Times.
The Ambassador of Russia to the U.S said on Wednesday that Moscow and Washington have conducted a constructive dialogue on Syria between experts, SANA writes.
Local sources circulated a video showing clashes between Russian and U.S. patrol agents in the countryside of Hassakeh, according to SY-24.
The U.S. will keep 900 troops in Syria in order to keep advising the SDF in the fight against ISIS, according to North Press.
Statement by the U.S. Treasury about sanctions on the Syrian regime.
On Tuesday, U.S. forces carried out an air landing targeting two houses in the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, with the support of the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition has organized talks with Syrian-American organizations, to talk about lobbying to protect civilians in Syria, according to the SOC.
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.
The Jordanian King has called for the return of Syria to the Arab embrace, during a visit to Washington, according to Athr Press.
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 Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) has launched an online campaign to obtain international recognition, according to al-Souria Net.
A drone strike by the U.S. has destroyed a truck belonging to the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Front (PMF) militia, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
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 Foreign Ministry has denounced the U.S. interference in the internal affairs of Cuba, according to The Syria Times.
The Syrian Prime Minister explains that the U.S. and its sanctions are to blame for the suffering of the Syrian people, SANA writes.
Russian Ambassador to the U.S. praised cooperation between the two countries, which helped reach UN resolution 2585 about cross-border humanitarian aid, according to The Syria Times.
Attacks by Iran’s militias on U.S. bases around Syria are a way for Tehran to put pressure on the U.S., as part of the Nuclear Deal negotiations, according to Baladi News.
Ziad Ghosn speculates that the U.S. will not remove sanctions on the Syrian regime unless it gains something out of the bargaining.
After a U.N draft resolution called for two border crossings for aid to flow into Syria, a new one calls for just one, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
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 Russian envoy claims Russia rejects prolonging the cross-border aid delivery mechanism as it exceeded its usefulness, SANA reports.
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 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.
A man died under torture in an SDF prison, sparking condemnation by the U.S, according to al-Souria Net.
The Coalition reaffirmed its belief that a comprehensive and collective effort remains necessary to achieve a full and enduring defeat of Daesh/ISIS worldwide.
The US State Department held a briefing with members of the US administration to discuss Blinken’s upcoming participation in the meeting on Syria, the Defeating ISIS ministerial meeting, and the G20.
ISIS fighters are enrolled in the SDF’s ranks and trained by the US, according to Athr Press.
Many officers and agents from the Intelligence Communications Department are detained by the regime in a case linked with the assassination of Qassem Soleimani, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The meeting between the two world leaders brings no hope regarding an imminent political solution in Syria, according to Baladi News.
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.
The re-establishment of diplomatic relations between Syria and three EU countries can be seen as a way to confront a growing Turkish threat, according to Athar.
The Syrian Foreign Minister has attacked statements by U.S officials about the Syrian election, according to Al Watan.
The signatories denounce the regime’s decision to hold an election outside of the framework of UN Security Council Resolution 2254
Russian and Israel foreign ministers have pledged to stop Iranian activities in Syria, reports Al-Souria Net.
The Parliament wants to ensure that the funds allocated for investment will be spent, contrary to previous years, Baladi News reports
Shaaban’s statement came during a ceremony commemorating the death of a Russian pilot, Al-Watan says
While many expected the Russians to put more pressure on the regime, they appear to largely support the latter’s political choices, political commentator Akil Hussein says
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
The decision to force Syrians entering the country to exchange $100 at the official rate is creating an uproar in the country, Syria Scope reports
U.S. and Russian forces remain active in northeast Syria where they are involved in a mini Cold War-like conflict, Al-Masdar says
The United States has sanctioned Syria’s Minister of Defense, Lieutenant General Ali Abdullah Ayoub, for his actions on the behalf of the regime.
To the delight of the Americans for a Free Syria, the US Senate has passed the Caesar Syrian Civilian Protection Act, which puts sanctions on perpetrators or financiers of the regime’s atrocities.
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.
In an interview with Paris Match, President Bashar al-Assad talked about the killing of the leader of ISIS and the presence of foreign forces writes SANA.
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.
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.
Turkey has insisted that the operation being carried out in northern Syria is in accordance with international law reports Anadolu Agency.
A Turkish government official has repeated threats to invade northern Syria and to remove the PKK from the border area writes Anadolu News Agency.
A government media is accusing the SDF of raiding cities and towns in the northeast and forcing men into conscription
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.
Turkey has warned the Syrian regime not to take any reckless action and respect the agreed upon de-escalation zone reports Anadolu News Agency.
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.
Former US ambassador to Syria, Robert Ford, has said that Washington has an ambiguous strategy when it comes to Syria writes Anadolu News Agency.
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.
At a speech at the American University of Cairo, the Secretary of State spoke about the fight against radical Islam and the struggle to expel Iran from Syria writes The US State Department.
The visit of Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir, marks the first time that an Arab leader has visited Syria since the war began in 2011 writes Anadolu News Agency.
A Turkish news agency is claiming that US troops were captured in September by the Islamic State, which accepted to release them in exchange for the control of an oil field and food and medical supplies
President Assad has vowed to retake the north and rejects the presence of US and Turkish troops in Manbij writes SANA
A large numbers of troops and armored vehicles have been seen moving south in preparation for an assault on Daraa reports Zaman Al Wasl
The airstrike, which killed at least 22 Iraqi Hashd al-Shaabi fighters, was initially blamed on the U.S. writes Anadolu Agency
There have been no reports of casualties following the blast writes Anadolu Agency
Some of the major events in Syria last weekend
The US occupation of Syria is illegal and a threat to Syrian sovereignty writes Al Watan
As both the Syrian Army and US back forces move in, Daesh’s territory gets smaller and smaller reports Zaman Al Wasl
The bridges that spanned the Euphrates River in Raqqa were destroyed during the fight to reclaim the city from Daesh reports Anadolu
There was an outcry over Israeli raids in Syria this weekend
Russia was content to act as a bystander, Alsouria Net writes
Assad dismisses Trump’s label of him as an ‘animal’ in extensive interview
A source in the Foreign Ministry said the U.S.’ hostile stance affects security around the world, SANA reports
The jihadist group agrees to release 5,000 people it has imprisoned, Zaman al-Wasl reports
An Iranian opposition group report claims the country is losing $10-12 billion in Syria annually, according to Zaman al-Wasl
Iranian official renews support for his country’s Syrian ally, SANA reports
Syria’s envoy at the U.N. in Geneva calls on Israel to disarm, according to the Syria Times
Riad Darar welcomes the proposed new army in northern Syria in a statement to Basnews
President received a senior Iranian delegation in Damascus, SANA reports
The two foreign ministers spoke by telephone, SANA reports
United Nations official highlights the dangers of unexploded ordinance and mines in the eastern city, SANA reports
A pro-regime, anti-U.S. protest spells trouble for the SDF
None of decomposed bodies were identified, an activist tells Zaman al-Wasl
Rebel forces also thwarted an ISIS attack, according to Zaman al-Wasl
Nine YPG fighters and 10 from the Deir-ez-Zor Military Council were handed over, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Damascus’ representative at the U.N. rails against the effects of the U.S. and its allies’ battle against ISIS
Military official admits to Asharq al-Awsat for the first time that Israel was behind the raid on the T4 air base
Both the United States and Russia appear to be scrambling to save the de-escalation agreement in the south, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Virginia senator pours scorn on recent U.S.-led strikes in interview with The Syria Times
The Western strikes on Syria have shown Russia, Iran and the regime there is no true victory ahead of them, Ammar Dioub writes
U.S.-U.K.-French strikes on Syria have provoked a multitude of conflicting reports
The last pockets of jihadist control are now in the regime’s sights, Zaman al-Wasl reports
A source at the ministry tells SANA that Western countries will not deter the Syrian government in its fight
Massive mobilizations are being witnessed across Syria in anticipation of a U.S. strike, Al-Etihad reports
Defenses around the capital Damascus and Republican Palace are being boosted, according to Zaman al-Wasl
A military source details to Zaman al-Wasl the staggering arsenal provided to the Syrian regime
Allegations of another chemical attack in the city of Douma have provoked responses all round
Nour Laith Ibrahim solved 235 questions in eight minutes
Assad’s aide spoke at an event marking Land Day and linked the Syrian crisis to Zionism, SANA reports
Aleppines take to the streets calling on Turkey to withdraw from northern Syria, SANA reports
Syria’s Foreign Ministry slams the European bloc, saying it has lost the trust of even its own citizens, SANA reports
Opposition website Zaman al-Wasl says the regime may have to airlift the jihadists into the Yarmouk Basin in order to avoid rebel forces
Omar Alloush was a key mediator between eastern Raqqa’s various actors
Writing in Al-Watan, Anas Wahib al-Kurdi details the options Turkey now faces to realize its vision in northern Syria
Russia’s foreign minister says the U.S.-led coalition’s rhetoric on Syria is at odds with the situation it sees militarily on the ground, according to SANA
Opposition fighters are thought to be planning an offensive on strategic towns in Syria’s south to relieve pressure on the Eastern Ghouta, according to Al-Hal
The Syrian foreign minister expresses solidarity with the island nation over the crippling U.S. economic siege it suffers from, the state news service reports
Writing in Al-Watan, one of Assad’s top aides dissects the escalating rhetoric over nuclear weapons seen in the Western media
Mikdad asks the U.N.’s secretary-general to support Damascus’ calls for an investigation, SANA reports
American commentator tells pro-Damascus e-newspaper that Syria and Russia can still pursue Nusra despite Resolution 2401
Visit by Ali Mamlouk comes as part of continued anti-terrorism cooperation between Damascus and Rome, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Foreign Ministry reiterates calls for anti-ISIS alliance to halt its airstrikes and leave Syrian territory, SANA reports
Top official slams foreign military campaigns on Syrian soil during opening of Middle East forum in Moscow, SANA reports
Loyalist website calls for the blood of American forces after Rex Tillerson’s comments to the anti-ISIS coalition in Kuwait city
Possible new confrontation in eastern Syria as American and Kurdish forces look to ward off Iranian-backed militias
Comments follows sharp rebuke by U.N. high commissioner citing Syria’s ‘atrocious standards’ in human rights
Washington’s U.N. ambassador issues warning on Iran and Hezbollah over their role in the Syrian conflict
Comments follow Tuesday’s announcement by France that it will strike Syria if proven to have used chlorine bombs on civilians
SANA lays out the terms of new legislation setting the prices for certified documents
Institution to provide Syrians with scholarships and qualifications approved by the U.S. State Department, Enab Baladi reports
Statement released by coalition forces claims killing of up to 100 pro-regime fighters was conducted in ‘self defense’
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
Instead of using the opportunity to address U.S. goals for peace, Trump’s speech was used to threaten and frighten those who are most vulnerable, Wael Sawah writes
ISIS-affiliated sources claim coalition strikes killed a number of people in the village of Al-Bahra, Zaman al-Wasl reports
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
Moscow and Washington’s shared interests with Ankara run deeper than those with their Kurdish allies, Souriatna writes
Moscow and Washington had more to lose than gain from backing their Kurdish allies in Afrin, Murad al-Quwatli explains
U.S. State Department and French Foreign Ministry directed blame at Syria for the use of chemical weapons in the Eastern Ghouta
Political advisor to the Syrian president writes that U.S. economic strength is based primarily on the creation of perpetual war
Proposed creation of the force has stirred the ire of a number of rebel groups and their backers, such as Turkey
Town of Gharanej is witnessing intense resistance from ISIS members as U.S.-backed forces take key areas in the Al-Shaitat region
Damascus blasts U.S. intervention after Tillerson suggests American forces would remain for the long haul
Government forces targeted a marketplace with artillery in the southern province, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Trump administration suspended backing for CIA-vetted rebels in July last year
Sadeq Sharafeddin is said to have been a close confidante of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Foreign Ministry labels move to set up Kurdish-led militia as a violation of international law, official media 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
Fighting escalates after sides fail to reach a deal ensuring safe passage of ISIS fighters to the Iraqi border, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Although much has been done to ensure the return of displaced to the former ISIS stronghold, a lack of proper services still plagues the city, Raqqa Post reports
Head of Iranian national security says Tehran will continue to defend the people of the region despite its enemies’ attempts to isolate it
Russian and American plans for Syria are expected to involve greater Kurdish inclusion, YPG commander tells Asharq al-Awsat
At least five women raped by pro-government forces and Kurdish militias in recent weeks, local monitoring group reports
The U.S. blocked a U.N. resolution calling for the withdrawal of Washington’s recognition of the city as Israel’s capital
Syrian foreign minister speaks to lawmakers at a parliamentary session in the Syrian capital on Tuesday
The Carnegie Moscow director speaks with Al-Modon about what Russia wants to achieve from its time in Syria
Expecting the Assad regime to reciprocate the opposition’s compromises will not improve Syria’s chances at a peaceful and dignified future
Damascus-based center says coalition violations must be exposed if they are to be stopped, official media reports
Assad regime’s lead negotiator at Geneva says direct talks with opposition are currently not an option, official media reports
Foreign Ministry says world is turning a blind eye to coalition crimes after 23 people are killed in rural Deir-ez-Zor, SANA reports
The civilians fled fighting in the former ISIS stronghold in the oil-rich eastern province, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Assad’s top advisor calls out America’s Arab allies for condoning the relocation of the U.S. embassy, SANA reports
Foreign Ministry reacts to confirmation of move stating that America will be accountable for any dangerous repercussions, SANA writes
Rights group records 20 percent increase in deaths caused by Assad regime and Russian forces, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Regime field commander says seized weapons included cannons, missiles and car-bombs, SANA reports
Assad’s allies Russia and Iran will not foot the money needed to bankroll the upcoming rebuilding phase, Jihad Yazigi writes
Deputy foreign minister says U.N. role is welcomed on the condition it acknowledges state sovereignty and avoids interference in domestic affairs, official media reports
Putin announces Russian mission in Syria is near completion, as leader renews call for political settlement
Zaman al-Wasl speaks with the political activist and opposition figure about the decentralization and expectations for the reconstruction of Raqqa and Deir-ez-Zor
Former Coalition president says a Russian-U.S. consensus on letting Assad remain ignores the roots of the catastrophe, and may accelerate the collapse of the region
The Kremlin has faced strong criticism over its plans to bring together the Assad regime and the opposition away from the U.N.-backed dialogue in Switzerland
Top commander in the majority-Kurdish force has reportedly sought sanctuary in northern Aleppo, which is held by Turkish-backed rebels, Alsouria Net reports
Displaced people in Hawijat Qati are calling on the SDF to help secure safe passage as the Assad regime bombards the district, Souriatna writes
Foreign Ministry reacts to comments by U.S. defense secretary that America will stay in Syria until Geneva negotiations are successful, SANA reports
U.S.-based activists say they hope to change public opinion about the nature of events inside Syria, SANA reports
America hopes to enlist Russian help in pushing forward a solution in Syria as world leaders meet for talks in Southeast Asia, Ibrahim Hamidi explains
Syrian government calls on U.N. to end coalition crimes after airstrike hits village near the Iraqi border, official media reports
General command announces Syrian army has finally taken the border city of Albu Kamal from ISIS militants, state media reports
Contest between several parties for control of the Syrian-Iraqi border town pits ISIS against attacks from numerous sides, Souriatna writes
Pro-Hezbollah Lebanese newspaper claims American official met with Syrian security head Ali Mamlouk during visit to Damascus last week
Two-thirds of civilian casualties caused by Syrian government and Russian allied forces, new report alleges
In the wake of the CCP’s National Congress, President Assad’s political advisor comments on the inevitable rise of China at the expense of the West
Official source tells SANA that Raqqa city has not yet been liberated despite the U.S. and its allies having evicted ISIS
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
Kurdish-led SDF arrested the rebels a year ago on claims the fighters were linked to Turkey, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Hmeimim-based monitor says U.S. and rebel forces are impeding access to safe corridors and the delivery of aid to displaced people
Meeting between top Syrian and Iranian officials follows agreement to bolster military cooperation between both countries last week
Foreign Ministry says attack on the Deir-ez-Zor neighborhood highlights the coalition’s ‘suspicious’ and ‘subversive’ role, official media reports
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
Unionists hold event in the European capital Brussels in show of support for Syrians against imperialism, wars and intervention, SANA reports
Washington’s ignorance and failure in implementing its foreign policy are clear indicators of the impending collapse of the U.S. empire, Assad’s chief propagandist writes in Al-Mayadeen
Opposition accuses government forces and allied militias of carrying out reprisals on civilians in areas retaken from ISIS, SNC media office reports
SIG calls on international community to hand over control of opposition areas to its staff, SNC media office reports
The Syrian government voices support for the Iran nuclear deal
SNC president says onus lies on the anti-ISIS coalition to protect the warehouses where the files are being stored, opposition media office reports
As the fight against ISIS nears its end, Arabs must work toward ensuring a bright future for themselves in order to avoid falling victim to impending U.S. plots, loyalist Al-Watan writes
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
Activists shame international community for its tepid response to civilian deaths resulting from the campaign to eradicate ISIS, Souriatna writes
Zaman al-Wasl interviews the opposition figure about the developments on the Syrian stage following the recent U.N. General Assembly
Russian foreign minister points to the ‘questionable’ actions of U.S.-led forces in Syria, including the shelling of civilians and government forces, SANA reports
Thousands of women, children and the elderly flee the anti-ISIS campaign as civilian casualties hit 150 in the last week, opposition media office reports
With the West now reluctant to support regime change in Syria, its current priority is establishing a watertight opposition for future elections, Wael Sawah 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
Assad’s continued expansion near the Jordanian border follows signs of a possible detente between Damascus and Amman
Police discovered the bodies of the two women inside their Istanbul home last month, Sabah reports
Calls follow claims of coalition violations including white phosphorus weapons use by warplanes in the countryside of Deir-ez-Zor
At least three dead and others wounded in U.S.-led attack on Al-Sour, state media reports
Foreign minister’s comments to Russian media are the first time Syria has publicly acknowledged the possibility of Kurdish self-rule
Western positions on president remaining during a transitional stage are not a reflection of their willingness to allow the regime to survive, Walid Al-Bunni writes
Moscow’s charges of collusion between America and Nusra were stated on Kremlin-run RT website, state media reports
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
U.S.-led coalition admitted earlier this year to killing hundreds of civilians in its campaign against the Islamic State
Both the Syrian army and Western-backed rebels have divided their operations between the north and south of the Euphrates River, Enab Baladi writes
Russian foreign minister says operations by the U.S. and other anti-ISIS coalition partners without Assad’s consent is violation of Syrian territory, official media reports
Moscow-run media says reports of possible coalition bombing are false, contradicting activist claims, according to Al-Etihad
Deputy FM links ISIS with Israeli and American attempts to control the region during conversation with Lebanese media
States which have adopted a clear stance toward fighting terrorism will have preference in upcoming stage, ministry source tells official media
Recent gains against ISIS brings the Western-backed militia to within 15 km of regime army, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Nathan Saleh describes three future scenarios for the eastern province’s remaining opposition in light of recent developments
Writing for Al-Modon, Sataa Nour El-Din asks which army will assume the narrative of victory following the defeat of ISIS
Deal follows regime attempts to undermine Moscow in its efforts to include the region into its cease-fire plan, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Enab Baladi highlights the myriad of interests and concerns surrounding a possible foreign intervention against Islamist factions in the rebel-held province
Amman-based command calls on FSA-linked groups to abandon fight citing inevitable defeat, according to Zaman al-Wasl
As the international consensus leans increasingly toward Assad staying, will Syria’s main opposition eventually get in line with its backers, Souriatna asks
Dozens reportedly killed in ISIS attack in the hotly contested Hama countryside, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Sada al-Sham describes the utter powerlessness of Raqqa’s locals as belligerents from all sides employ heavy force in contest for the ISIS-held city
Enab Baladi explains that the recent coalition attacks on ISIS-linked fighters are likely the beginning of a larger campaign to secure the southern area
Turkish-backed FSA group denies shooting at U.S. soldiers following reports of an exchange of fire earlier this week
Syrian Democratic Forces have confirmed the death of Abou Amjad in the Euphrates Wrath campaign
Locals have helped by converting bombed-out buildings into classrooms as children prepare to return to school for the news semester, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Rebel leader accuses ISIS and Hezbollah of coordinating to advance in FSA-held areas near the Lebanese border, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Political, military and economic support from Russia, China and Iran was crucial to anti-terrorism fight, Syria’s president says
The Syrian actress and peaceful anti-government activist passed away Thursday after a battle with cancer. She was 46 years old
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
Damascus condemns anti-ISIS coalition for recent bombing on Raqqa city which killed 17, government media reports
Ali al-Youssef is convinced the sounds emanating from the White House about a revised Afghan strategy will herald a new global vision for the U.S.
Shiite fighters killed in suicide attack days after government forces retake last ISIS-held town in Homs, opposition website reports
Syrian army and allied militias are making strides in their campaign for control of the southeastern border region, Zaman al-Wasl reports
In an op-ed for the loyalist Syrian Now site, Assad’s chief propagandist points the finger at Israel for planning the fragmentation of the region and the attempted downfall of Syria
In televised address, Hezbollah’s general-secretary hails efforts by Lebanese forces to ensure the defeat of Syria-based terror groups
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
Russian diplomat says 2016 peace deal would have witnessed breakthrough had the U.S. worked to separate moderate opposition from terror groups, state media reports
The Euphrates basin area is witnessing a rebel campaign against the regime on one side and the Islamic State on the other, as ISIS stages a last-ditch effort to defend its eastern stronghold
Anti-ISIS coalition bombing kills civilians in the town of Markada, which lies on a strategic supply route connecting Hassakeh with Deir-ez-Zor
Syrian government will ‘not allow’ the Kurdish administration to divide the county by holding independent elections, Deputy FM tells foreign press
Parents in northern Syria are trying and failing to save their children from conscription in areas under the control of U.S.-backed forces, Tamaddon writes
Damascus urges international community to respond to the coalition massacre of more than 60 people this week, state media reports
Jamil al-Hassan, who once told Russian media Assad showed too much restraint in ending the war, is kept on as head of Syria’s brutal Air Force Intelligence branch
Turkey-backed group names Sheikh Hassan Sofan as leader after alliance was left weakened by infighting and defections, opposition website reports
Strikes by the anti-ISIS coalition targeted a number of villages in the eastern countryside of the province, local sources tell SANA
Syrian forces are just kilometers from the provincial capital ahead of push through ISIS lines to reach regime-held districts of Deir-ez-Zor city
Kremlin has attempted to discredit Zaman al-Wasl’s claims that Iranian experts are working on developing long-range missiles near Assad’s coastal stronghold
Government media reports U.S.-led forces struck residential areas amid coalition campaign to expel ISIS from the eastern province
With news of an agreement between big powers for a a safe zone in the south, the opposition is becoming aware that decisions on Syria’s future are increasingly out of their control, Ali Ayed writes
Russian foreign minister says main parameters have been agreed on as Moscow leads negotiations around proposed safe zones
U.N. reported last month that coalition airstrikes on Raqqa had led to a ‘staggering loss of life,’ as rights groups slam U.S.-led force for violations
As international focus shifts to Deir-ez-Zor, ISIS is attempting to strengthen its defenses in the eastern province in anticipation of the next big clash, Enab Baladi writes
Anti-ISIS alliance warplanes targeted civilian homes on the western bank of the Euphrates, government media reports
Western-backed forces accused of shelling civilian neighborhoods as the fight for the heart of the ‘caliphate’ continues, Souriatna 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
Veteran opposition figure Michel Kilo asks if the cooperation between the U.S. and Russia on the de-escalation zones proposal is a step forward, or just hot air
A pro-regime columnist says that Syria will be a test to know if Trump can face the American deep state and succeed in normalizing relations with Russia
Local sources confirm coalition bombing on the village south of Al-Shaddadah city, government media reports
Writing for regime mouthpiece Al-Watan, Maysoun Youssef claims that U.S.-backed groups attempted to blame the Syrian government for its own use of chlorine gas in Ain Termeh
Rebel spokesman confirms strikes which hit the village of Al-Qahef northeast of Suweida city, opposition website reports
Observers warn of possible inflation after regime injects 10 billion Syrian pounds of the new denomination, Qatari-owned newspaper reports
Writing for loyalist Al-Watan, Siyah Azzam says the U.S is conspiring with its allies and terror groups in Syria to dismantle the state and depose Assad
Russian official warns of imminent U.S. ground invasion after sources report the handing over of an air base to American forces, loyalist website writes
The Sunni businessman and Lebanese politician was crucial to providing economic support to the Assad regime, from national projects to the funding of loyalist militias, Iqtissad writes
Ministry source says White House claims are both an excuse to launch a new attack on Syria and a diversion from the U.S.-led coalition’s violations
Claims follow allegations by Washington the Assad regime may be planning a new chemical attack inside Syria, opposition outlet reports
New attack pushes the death toll to over a hundred in a week of strikes on ISIS-held areas, according to opposition website
Russian deputy FM says American claims of new chemical attacks planned by Assad government are unsupported and hinder the peace process
Political opposition rejects current efforts to implement the Russian-proposed de-escalation zones, claiming the agreement works to consolidate areas of influence, Souriatna writes
The Syrian opposition’s failure to propose a suitable alternative to Assad has helped the Syrian president to defy international pressure to step down, Walid al-Bunni argues
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
Airstrikes by anti-ISIS coalition warplanes are latest in a series of bombings which have resulted in civilian deaths
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
Russian, Syrian and U.S.-led coalition warplanes bombard civilian areas in
Deir-ez-Zor, Raqqa and Hassakeh, opposition website writes
Rebel-controlled south risks being cut in half if regime forces take ground between Daraa city and the Jordan border, Zaman al-Wasl writes
International coalition and SDF using heavy force in battle to retake the city from ISIS, despite statements by Amnesty and Human Rights Watch condemning possible violations
Airstrikes incur heavy civilian losses in U.S.-led coalition efforts to force ISIS out of its Syrian stronghold
A dozen people from one family killed in strike on the southeastern countryside of the province, government outlet reports
In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, the American diplomat says his country gave false hope early on to Syrians who believed the U.S. would intervene militarily against Assad
Statement from the army’s general command says Syrian jet was downed by coalition plane while carrying out operation against ISIS, loyalist Al-Baath writes
Moscow ends communications channel with Washington designed to prevent accidents over Syrian airspace after the downing of Syrian plane by U.S.-led coalition
Assad’s top advisor says that China is working to stop ISIS plans in Syria which, like that of Washington, aim at tearing apart the region
Russian president says talks were held with Syrian counterpart prior to commencing combat operations in Syria, state media reports
French President Macron must convince Moscow of the benefits of a political solution if Paris hopes to have any luck in settling the Syrian crisis, Michel Abu Najm writes for Saudi-owned newspaper
Organization says alliance’s use of internationally banned weapons in populated areas poses high risk of horrific harm to civilians, state media reports
Prime minister of the breakaway republic weighs in on the Syrian political process on the sidelines of the International Media Forum in Yalta
Fighters of the group and their families will be relocated from the capital to the Syrian desert, opposition website reports
Hezbollah-run media warns of an end to ‘self-restraint’ after U.S. forces targeted Iranian-backed militias, while questions remain as to whether Russia approved the statement
Government media outlet says alliance is attempting to destabilize Syria and prolong the terror war despite its declared aim of defeating ISIS
Online sources close to Russia claim jet was downed using anti-aircraft weapons which arrived by way of the American forces, opposition outlet reports
Zaman al-Wasl chronicles Doha’s commitment to the Syrian revolution and its opposition against the government of Bashar al-Assad since 2011
Warplanes struck area on the Euphrates River where civilians were trying to escape the ISIS-held city, government media reports
Foreign Ministry says alliance’s warplanes killed 43 civilians in the ISIS-held northern city, state media reports
Elderly couple and child remained under the rubble for two weeks before SDF forces allowed their bodies to be removed, son tells Zaman al-Wasl
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
President Assad’s political and media adviser writes in loyalist Al-Watan that recent U.S. military action in Syria is part of a century-old plan to fracture the unity of the Arab world
Coalition fighter jets carry out airstrikes on Raqqa as U.S.-backed forces position themselves on the eastern brink of the city, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Increased tensions erupt on Iraq-Syria-Jordan triangle as the U.S. and Iran vie for control of the strategic border area, opposition website writes
Foreign ministry says anti-ISIS coalition must end illegal strikes after new attack kills 35 civilians in the eastern countryside
Civilian vehicle hit while traveling south of the provincial capital, sources tell state media
In the Middle East, the truth of the American role is rooted in hostility as it pushes the region toward further destruction in order to achieve its aims, columnist Mustafa al-Miqdad writes for Al-Thawra
Authorities seized weapons and ammunition during combing operations in the former rebel stronghold, government media reports
Brig. Gen. Zuhair Aboud was stationed at the Shayrat air base in Homs province
Coalition president responds to announcement of declaration, which aims to form a reserve army of 34,000 troops to back counterterrorism operations
Russian experts claim Moscow must decide whether to cut and run or double down, as attack may be another indication of a shift in American policy toward Syria
Civilian deaths recorded as Western-backed forces reach final stages of their push to liberate the eastern countryside from the hard-line group, opposition website reports
Coalition leader meets with U.S. envoy to Syria on the sidelines of Geneva negotiations between representatives from the Assad regime and opposition spectrum
In the wake of Khan Sheikhoun, U.S. statements this week exposing the Syrian regime for covering-up its abuses were intended as yet another warning to Assad, Russia and Iran, Walid al-Bunni 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
Former detainee says bodies of prisoners were buried under security headquarters after being tortured to death, opposition website writes
Foreign ministry source says claims Syria uses crematorium to hide extent of atrocities are ‘Hollywood-like’ and fundamentally untrue, government media reports
Damascus mobilizes forces to desert region in attempt to prevent U.S.-backed rebels from making further gains in the area, opposition outlet reports
As imminent battle approaches, the uncertainty of ISIS control over the city has resulted in severe economic hardship and an exodus of many businesses and work opportunities, opposition website writes
Russian FM tells U.S. president that America could play key role in preserving security inside proposed safe zones, Syrian government media reports
Free Syrian Army commander says international coalition authorized units to take over and administer 11 villages in the northern Aleppo countryside, opposition website reports
Abdulnasser Al-Ayed explains that for Russia’s ‘safe zone’ proposal to work, Moscow will need to consider U.S. concerns despite attempts to sideline Washington in the Syrian peace process
Munzer Eid laments the decision by the U.S. president to include Saudi Arabia among the destinations for his first foreign trip, in piece for loyalist newspaper Al-Thawra
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
Russian delegation also holds bilateral meetings in the Kazakh capital with Iranians and the United States, Syrian state media reports
Gen. Ali Abdullah Ayoub says Iran, Russia and Hezbollah are the only forces who can foil the conspiracy against Syria, government outlet reports
Moscow hails phone call between leaders as constructive and ‘business-like,’ with the Russian president also urging caution on U.S. policy toward North Korea, Saudi-owned newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat reports
British-based group singles out regime and Russian forces for their human rights violations in report documenting the deaths of more than a thousand non-combatants in 30 days, Madar al-Youm reports
Russia’s head of arms control claims new ‘chemical theater’ could take place in the Damascus countryside, Saudi-owned Al-Hayat reports, weeks after Putin pointed to the possibility of ‘fake’ gas attacks to justify further U.S. strikes on the Syrian regime
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
The Assad regime is scrambling to receive assurances from allies and make sense of U.S. policy after the Trump administration’s surprise strike on a Syrian air base. But Damascus is failing to see that rules of the game have already changed, Yahya Al-Aridi writes for opposition outlet All4Syria
Russian foreign minister tells European counterpart that Moscow will continue to move ahead with plans for a peaceful political solution through U.N.-approved channels, despite efforts by some players to evade negotiations in favor for regime change in Syria
Speaking to Zaman al-Wasl, the opposition figure explains that the stances of international and regional states toward the Assad regime have changed since the chemical attack in Idleb’s countryside on April 4
Opposition outlet Ain al-Medina reports on the preparations for the upcoming battle for control of Tabqa, explaining that around 650 ISIS fighters are holed up inside the city awaiting close-range fighting with the Western-backed forces
Unnamed source claims Walid al-Muallem told U.S. official that Syria cannot be held accountable for killing civilians as long as America is responsible for civilian deaths in ISIS-held Mosul, opposition website Zaman al-Wasl reports
Syrian president addresses his ruling Baath Party during committee meeting, calling for placing greater importance on helping the party adapt to a changing society and attracting younger members, state media reports
Assad’s top political and media advisor speaks to Lebanese television, framing the U.S. strike in the scope of CIA efforts to punish Damascus, claiming that the attack on the base came in the wake of victories by government forces against terror groups, state media reports
Opposition members and activists decry the forced relocation of thousands of civilians from the “four Syrian towns” as part of a negotiation deal to release kidnapped Qatari businessmen, Paula Istih writes for Saudi-owned Asharq Al-Awsat
Led by the United States, an international consensus has finally formed that the rule of the Assad family has reached its end, but Syrians must understand that the battle is not yet over, writes Walid al-Bunni for All4Syria
Kurdish-Arab alliance readies for the takeover of ISIS’ self-styled capital in Syria’s northeast, as the Western-backed forces look to completely cut off Raqqa from surrounding areas before its liberation, Saudi-owned Al-Hayat reports
U.N. head says organization will work to limit the impact of recent U.S. strike and violence in Aleppo and Idleb on any upcoming political talks, Syrian state media reports
UNSC Resolution 2254 is the only plan to settle crisis in Syria and covers all aspects of a peaceful solution, Russian foreign minister tells journalists during press conference in the breakaway republic of Abkhazia, Syrian state media reports
With many beginning their work in coordination councils around the country, large numbers of activists have upskilled in a move aimed at providing professional coverage of the Syrian crisis in a place where most foreign outlets cannot, opposition outlet Enab Baladi writes
Opposition outlet Zaman al-Wasl reports on deaths of 15 civilians, mostly women and children, adding that the bombing by regime warplanes was carried out with incendiary bombs such as white phosphorus
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
It will be up to the armies of Syria, Iraq and Russia to defend the interests of their people by preventing the breakup of Middle Eastern geography for benefit of Western energy interests, Ali Hashem writes for pro-regime Al-Watan
The former opposition leader speaks with Zaman al-Wasl about the shift in U.S. policy following this month’s gas attack, explaining that the Trump administration has since ended any chance of cooperation with the Assad regime in the battle against ISIS
Government news outlet quotes minister during meeting with Western journalists as saying terrorism and major media outlets are attempting to reshape the discourse of events in Syria, specifically in regards to the recent U.S. strike on the Khan Sheikhoun air base earlier this month
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
During Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s first trip to Moscow, Russian president slams U.S. for act of aggression on Syrian territory, calling last week’s strike a violation of international law, government news agency reports
Opposition outlet Zaman al-Wasl reports that Kurdish forces are targeting Arab residents of Syria’s northern region in campaigns of discrimination and forced displacement, amid rapid advances by the Western-backed forces against ISIS positions in the area
Russian military would respond with direct action in the event its units are threatened in Syria, Duma defense committee deputy tells Russian media in a warning to the Trump administration
Al-Hayat columnist Ibrahim Hamidi highlights four observations in the aftermath of the first American strike on Syrian army positions, explaining that the coming days will show which of two tracks will be taken by Russian and the U.S. in response — military escalation between the two superpowers, or a renewed interest in a military-political agreement
Activists report numerous attacks on the rebel-held province over recent days, likely in response to last week’s missile attack by U.S. forces on a Syrian air base, opposition outlet Zaman al-Wasl writes
Iranian president rejects U.S. actions a blatant violation of sovereignty, following Friday’s attack on a Syrian air base in Homs province, opposition website reports
Vladimir Putin is a game-maker and a surprise-organizer. His counterpart in the Oval Office wants to be too
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
Civilians voice concern over increased air campaigns against residential areas as witnesses report white phosphorus attacks in the hours after the U.S. cruise missile strike on a Syrian air base, opposition website Alsouria Net writes
U.S. strike on Homs base is proof that the United States is incapable of changing its policies of conquest and world domination, state news outlet SANA quotes Syrian presidency as saying
Syrian warplanes will be decamped and transported to Hmeimym airbase and civilian airports in the capital and other cities following the U.S. strike in Homs, military source tells opposition newspaper Zaman al-Wasl
Government outlet SANA reports from civil sources that four children were among the dead after the U.S. attacked Shayrat air base and struck villages the surrounding area
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
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
Rather than making concessions or political gestures, by committing large-scale massacres the Assad regime is further raising the stakes and the political cost for the West of refusing to restore ties, Jihad Yazigi explains
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
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
As the battle for Raqqa city draws closer, a rebel spokesperson laments Kurdish domination of upcoming operations, also predicting that American forces will remain in Raqqa for years at the airbase they seized from ISIS last week, Alsouria Net writes
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
As ISIS prepares for urban warfare, Kurdish YPG boasts of superior fighting forces ahead of the looming battle for ISIS’ stronghold in Syria, as residents and U.S. defense officials voice skepticism over the likelihood the battle will be swift and decisive
International community must assume its responsibilities and work to stop future massacres by coalition air forces, loyalist outlet quotes ministry as saying, after reports emerge of over 30 deaths in the fatal strikes
SOHR reports at least 33 civilians killed in U.S. strike on a school sheltering displaced people in an ISIS-held town, while officials from 68 countries meet in Washington to hear Trump’s plan to defeat the militant group
Syria’s forceful response to the recent Israeli aggression is a Russian message that U.S. hegemony is ending in the region
Syrian government censured the US-South Korean military alliance against North Korea, while praising North Korea’s steadfast resistance
U.S.-led coalition airstrikes hit a school sheltering displaced families in Al-Kesrat village in Raqqa, killing at least 19 civilians and wounding 15 more, SOHR reports
Regime airstrikes on residential neighborhoods and a school in the town of Kafranbel in Idleb kill seven civilians, including four children and a woman
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
As the results of Geneva talks divide the opposition delegation into parties of optimists and pessimists, the regime is swiftly extending its control, leaving little doubt that the revolution is nearing its end
This charade called Moscow and Cairo’s platforms is only an accessory to the Syrian regime
ISIS militants are still present in parts of the town and the rebels are in control of less than half of it
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
What does Donald Trump have to do with Iran and Russia’s insistence that rebel fighters be evacuated to Idleb exclusively, even though areas of the Damascus countryside under opposition control are much closer? Walid Bunni explains
Deputy opposition leader calls on Obama to act in his final days in office after scores of displaced civilians massacred by regime shelling on east Aleppo
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?
Confusion heads political expectations worldwide, with cautious optimism and wishful thinking being shared between the current US administration, Russia, Iran and Assad, as concrete details around what a Trump presidency would look like remain unclear
Aleppo’s opposition fears Russian plans for all-out offensive after claims point to rebel’s use of chemical weapons in regime areas
“Frankly, right now I do not see any preconditions for the ministerial meeting… as of today, at issue is the fulfillment of existing arrangements,” deputy FM tells reporters in the Russian capital
Syrian air force responds to rebel attacks with strikes on towns of Kafr Zeita, Mork, Maerkabba and Al-Buweidha
Abu Faraj appeared next to Abu Mohamed al-Golani, the commander of the front, formerly known as Nusra Front, in the video statement announcing the group’s disengagement with Al-Qaeda in July.
The signatories developed the petition with a group of experts in international relations and international law
Besides the U.S., no one but Assad and the Russians has an air force in Syria
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
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
Moscow had positively received the U.S. letter and had tried to offer some commitments
he U.S. State Department said the meeting between them “reaffirms strength of U.S.-UK special relationship.”
The U.S. State Department said the meeting between them “reaffirms strength of U.S.-UK special relationship.”
Air strikes kill dozens of people in eastern Syria as regime and allied forces make short-lived gains against ISIS in Raqqa province
One must keep in mind that on the July 7-8 a NATO meeting will be held in Warsaw
The list targets for assassination 25 Britons whom the Assad regime accuses of joining ISIS
Lavrov warned that Russia will not approve any attempts on stalling air operations in Syria
The Quds Force is a Special Forces unit of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards responsible for their extraterritorial operations
Raqqa has become the world capital of horror after it transformed into a camp where terrorists from different countries and nationalities gathered, forming a terrorist army
55.3% of respondents in opposition-held areas support greater decentralization
Police investigating explosion which injured four people on Istanbul’s Asian side on Sunday night
Opposition sources spoke of another American veto which blocked Turkey from sending in a thousand Ahrar ash-Sham fighters to north Aleppo to fight ISIS
Assad continues to target civilians, block humanitarian access, and refuse the release of detainees, says senior Republican senator
Leaks reveal how Rami Makhlouf smuggled his huge wealth out of Syria with help from Panamanian law firm and British banking giant
Western diplomats say the Russian withdrawal came as a surprise, especially that no indicators were detected beforehand
People in Syria’s ISIS-controlled regions fear being targeted by all sides under the newly implemented cease-fire deal, which excludes areas overseen by the Islamic State and Nusra Front
Beijing says it hopes international and regional states will now play a constructive role in promoting a political settlement
Moscow says it supports the solution that the participants of the Syria negotiations decide on, including the idea of creating a federal state
Prisoners refuse to be freed on the condition they join a voluntary brigade of a pro-regime militia to fight ISIS in the eastern Homs countryside
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
Around 400 to 500 fighters have crossed the border, a Turkish security source confirmed
United Nations bid to hold talks hampered by diplomatic failure as fighting intensifies on the ground between regime forces and rebels in a number of areas
An empowered Moscow, with its military presence and its “perpetual” military accord, has forced its interlocutors — including the Americans — to make one of two choices: a mixed opposition list; or two delegations, one the “Russian list,” and the other the “Riyadh list”
“Various dates have been named, but the final decision will be made by the Secretary General of the UN on the advice and recommendations of Special Envoy Staffan de Mistura,” he added.
In an interview with The Sunday Times, Syria’s president, Bashar al-Assad, warns that bombing will increase the risk of terrorist attacks by sleeper cells in Europe unless there is a concerted effort to destroy ISIS on the ground. The following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA.
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
As the Syrian regime embraces the “Russian protection”, it finally becomes ready to engage in arbitration and partnership without the fear of being forced to divide its power
Russia is engaging in a tacit competition with Iran – especially amid talks about the impending creation of a regional and international “contact group” after America’s ratification of the Iran deal next month
Assad’s regime even boasts that Moscow’s decision to hunker down demonstrates the strength of bilateral relations
A source at the Russian embassy in Tehran stated that the embassy received permission for all requests by Russian planes carrying humanitarian aid to Syria to pass through Iran’s airspace
According to UAE Today newspaper, the total value of Syrian investments was approximately AED 6.5 billion, followed by Palestinians and Saudis who traded AED 5.7 billion and AED 5.2 billion each in Dubai
Turkish Confederation of Employer Associations is preparing a report on the impact of Syrian immigration in 18 states of Turkey
Putin says he is providing Syria with serious support, including equipment and weapons training
ISIS discontinued the economic life cycles in the areas under its control, monopolized businesses such as oil refineries and internet cafes
The price of a gram of 21-carat gold recorded 9,800 Syrian Pounds, 50 pounds less than the previous week
The loss of an exemplary opportunity to give Obama a Middle Eastern dimension that matches the other aspects of his policies
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
No one has expected or demanded that every party should drop their weapons and forgo their means of pressure
“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
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
President Assad gave an interview to France 2 TV. Following is the full text, as published by SANA news agency
In an interview with the Chinese television station CCTV, Assad says the United States is fighting against an imaginary enemy they assume to be Syria. Following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA
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
Exhibition showcasing images of torture and killing inside regime facilities to be held inside the corridors of the United Nations
Man visiting family in Aleppo beheaded by ISIS after “talismans” found in his possession
Assad talks about the devastating civil war, the use of barrel bombs, the battle against ISIS and Al-Qaeda and relations with the US
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
The White House leaks that it is tilting toward Assad and Iran
President Assad to Foreign Affairs Magazine: Israel is supporting terrorist organizations in Syria. President Assad gave an interview to the American magazine Foreign Affairs published on Monday. Following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA
Photos taken in Damascus military hospital depict incidents of mass torture
The plan is part of the U.S. strategy to roll back the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group that has seized much of eastern and northern Syria
Photos depicting mass torture by regime to be released on Monday
The Shura Council sent a clear message that the Brotherhood is finally opening a new chapter in its history
On de Mistura’s proposed plan Mikdad said that Syria is open to any ideas for fighting terrorism and supporting national reconciliation.
Pain and injustice turned to hatred, desire for revenge, and extremism
Syria’s Deputy FM calls on west to uphold values of Jesus Christ
The first batch of FSA fighters is to enter Syria from the Turkish border
The viewpoint of Jordan talks about the need to maintain the Syrian regime and the state apparatus in a transitional phase
The Iranian official stressed that Moscow’s support to Syria and Iraq is concrete
Al-Sheikh was one of the primary figures within the High Institute for the Syrian Judiciary, an organization that trains lawyers and jurists working in Syria’s opposition courts with some Qatari support
Halki relays message from Assad
“We are running the ground battles against [ISIS], and we have noticed no change, especially with Turkey providing direct support to these regions.” Bashar al-Assad told Paris Match. The Syrian Observer republish the interview as it appeared in SANA
The regime is trying to circulate news that ISIS is in the Horan
Saja al-Dulaimi had lived with her husband in Damascus since 2009
The Arab League and its countries are completely absent from the Syrian events
The parties discussed Russian ideas about holding a Syrian-Syrian dialogue in Moscow
The U.S. policy to defeat the Islamic State is doomed to failure. Here’s how to fix it.
According to Al-Akhbar, Muallem is pessimisic towards the two initiatives
“ISIL units were not fighting the moderate opposition, they were fighting the Assad regime”: Ford
Washington is not convinced by the envoy’s “bottom up” approach
Berlin conference ends without solution
Circumstantial differences, as well as U.S. support, explain the difference in success
“We need not only a defeat in Iraq but a defeat in Syria.”
Laham referred to “double standards” in applying international resolutions on terrorism
The Syrian opposition also complains that President Barack Obama’s administration doesn’t allow them to attend meetings with senior officials
The man, not named in reports, is believed to be from south-west Sydney and married with children
Ukaidi denied any conflict or disagreement between the FSA and Kurdish forces
Sources say budget for the conference was $200,000, covered by the U.S.
Tribal leader expresses confidence in ability to confront ISIS
Jaafari cites rape, sexual abuse, abduction, human trafficking and murder among other various atrocities that have been inflicted upon women in Syria
Qaddah says U.S. is supporting Ayn al-Arab while ignoring the rest of Syria
Minister says the U.S. and the West are not really interested in defending human rights or in countering terrorism
Steinmeier says it is not easy to deal with the issue of hundreds of Europeans and Americans who have been joining ISIS
Kurdish fighters weathered an onslaught by ISIS on Tuesday as they awaited promised reinforcements
The U.S. airstrikes on ISIS bastions have pushed loyalists of the extremist group to fight under its banner
Mikdad says the relationship between the Turkish regime and the ISIS terrorists is no longer hidden
Activists said the path of the revolution had deviated after gains by ISIS
Airstrikes of the U.S.-led international coalition have proved ineffective in halting the terrorists’ advance
Laham slams world response to Syria’s warnings since the outset of the crisis about the spread of international takfiri terrorism
Laham says Syria could have routed terrorism completely had it not been for external support
The number of the innocents killed worldwide by the American invention of terrorism is the largest ever
The identity of the officer is a closely guarded secret
The American president just wanted to relieve the pressure on regional and international allies, and pull the rug out from under his close rivals in the Democratic Party and his Republican rivals on the eve of the midterm elections and nearly two years before the presidential election
Millions of Syrians living in areas under the control of IS have already felt the impact of the attacks of the coalition
Jaafari says there is no coordination between Syria and the U.S.-led alliance against IS
Haidar calls for a joint action plan between the State Ministry and the ICRC
The group was reportedly engaged in plans to attack the U.S.
Reason for the power cuts is disputed
Residents said airstrikes hit Ratla village and al-Sehle in Raqqa province
Kerry says U.S. still determined to punish Assad of chemical weapons use
There is a notable absence of Syrians among the decision-makers
At least three children have been killed in U.S. strikes
Diplomatic spat flared hours after the U.S. and five Middle Eastern allies carried out airstrikes on IS fighters
Colonel Riad al-Asaad met with National Coalition’s Secretary-General Nasr al-Hariri on Friday
Churkin told American Fox News that Washington should respect international law
Economist notes decreased confidence in regime ability to survive the crisis
Information minister says Syria has paid high price for confronting terrorism
Shaaban says countries meeting in Jeddah support terrorism
Mekdad urged the U.S. administration to come forward “energetically and courageously” to join with Syria in the fight against IS, suggesting a broad coalition against the militants
Although it was made clear that there will not be Western cooperation with Assad against the Islamic State, the role of Assad in creating the Islamic State in the first place has been sidelined
Pro-regime media accuses the U.S. of executing a regional plan
Demands for the release of four IS suspects will complicate the deal, source says
The most visible example of the Palestinian tragedy in Syria is the destruction of the camps
Minister sas Syria will spare no effort to combat terrorism
The operation was unsuccessful because the hostages were not being held at the location where U.S. forces were dispatched
Diana Foley posted the statement after the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) released a video on Tuesday purportedly showing the beheading of Foley and threatening to carry out further executions until the United States ended its air strikes against the militant group.
Army units also destroy a car loaded with ammunition in the Shaqif area in Aleppo countryside
Over 1,000 Iraqi women captured by militants from the Islamic State (IS) may be being coerced into marrying the radical fighters, UK-based The Independent reported
The move aims to weaken IS and al Qaeda’s Syrian wing, Nusra Front
CNN reports that the U.S. Special Forces captured Baghdadi in Fallujah in 2004
Even now, the president said, the administration has difficulty finding, training and arming a sufficient cadre of secular Syrian rebels: “There’s not as much capacity as you would hope”
The decision could raise questions about U.S. recognition of the opposition
Moallem says at least 80,000 Islamist jihadis from all across the world have joined the most radical Wahhabi jihadis in Syria
Army command says large numbers of terrorists killed
The Coalition has been assessing the performance of Interim Government
Mikdad was writing in an article published in the Lebanese al-Binaa newspaper
With the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip in its eighth day, the number of Palestinian casualties has now exceeded 190
Mikdad also cited Assad’s warning that if this war didn’t stop immediately, it would spread through other areas in the region
Adel Ismail says he did not know about the decision to appoint him
Safi said that Obama’s remarks are intended to cover up the inability of his administration to prevent the deterioration of the political and humanitarian situation in the Levant
Observers believe that recent statement by U.S. President Barack Obama regarding the moderate armed opposition will undermine Jarba’s efforts
Shaaban is one of the officials banned from visiting EU countries, but Norway is not a member of the Union
ISIS is no longer just an organization; it is now a real state with oil resources and a million-strong constituency
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
In response to the open-ended Syrian civil war and the policy dilemmas it raises, the Israeli government has essentially decided to take a backseat
Khaddam says regime representation at meeting in Beirut was a surprise
Now widely known that the State Department thought we needed to give much more help to the armed opposition in Syria
Broad military campaign this week expelled ISIS from many villages and areas in the countryside of Deir El-Zor
Larijani says election will pave the way to a political solution
The White House said Wednesday it would be increasing support for the Syrian opposition, amid reports it is planning to begin training moderate rebels.
Talks with Obama and Holland aimed at providing political cover and support for the opposition
Previously, the FBI had put Ayoub on the list of most wanted terrorists
The move on Thursday was the fourth time Russia and China have blocked U.N. Security Council action on Syria
U.N. Security Council vote on Thursday on a resolution to refer Syria’s civil war to the International Criminal Court
Committee calls on the opposition, inside and abroad, to engage in a serious dialogue
Minister accuses U.S. of obstructing Geneva III
Jaafari said outgoing U.N. envoy Lakhdar Brahimi made many mistakes
The pilot initiative aims to test whether the missiles will fall into the hands of extremists
Ceremony held at the Dar al-Baath auditorium in Damascus
The United States looks at the Syrian elections as a “kind of farce
Foreign Ministry says attacks against civilians have increased
The participants expressed their adherence to national unity and rejection of foreign interference
Syria’s armed rebellion has undergone visible consolidation both in the field and at the command level since September 2013. Long overdue, this is a highly positive development. Still, it is unlikely to be enough to best the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. While the armed rebellion is far from being defeated, it has plateaued, both militarily and politically.
Dozens of people have been abducted, kept in prisons, tortured and killed
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
The exhausted regime has become completely dependent on its allies
Mikdad says Syria did not anticipate the enormous amounts of weapons and funds that entered Syria
The Assad regime is clawing its way back to a position of dominance in the Syrian conflict. But it can only maintain that position as long as the armed conflict endures
Assad says the military front is at a “turning point”
Israeli website Walla quoted a high ranking officer as saying that 1,600 “Syrian injured” were treated by Israel so far
Zoubi says presidential elections do not contradict the Geneva communiqué
In an attempt to understand the strategies the Syrian regime uses to keep the dollar exchange rate at 150 Syrian Pounds, Zaman al-Wasl spoke with economist and researcher, Samir Seifan
Chief opposition negotiator criticizes statement by former U.S. ambassador Ford blaming the opposition
Ambassador Ford’s appropriation of blame is wrong
The Interim Government has offered a temporary plan of action to rebuild state institutions in the liberated areas of Syria.
Robertson says the results of the election are well known by all
Volker Perthes is the executive chairman of the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP), in Berlin
Ahmad Jarba was invited on the sidelines of Syrian peace talks in Geneva
U.S. and European policymakers should look beyond the objectives of the Geneva II conference on Syria and implement a comprehensive strategy to push the conflict toward a settlement
Mouallem says the Syrian delegation did what other Arab states should do in confronting terrorism
Assad met a delegation from the Jordanian Foreign Affairs Council for Regulating Popular Diplomacy
Four people were killed in the attack in Adra
Sweida, which was in a generally neutral position a year ago, is now at the heart of the battle for the south of Syria
The SMC announced Sunday that Idriss had been removed from his post as head of the Supreme Military Council
Kerry urged the regime’s supporters to press for the creation of a transitional government and warned they would bear the responsibility
Is the ‘Free World’ truly interested in ending this conflict? Or is it a mere face-saving exercise?
Negotiations were held between the Coalition’s team on behalf of Washington, and that of the the regime’s, which only says what Moscow wants
Mekdad says U.N. Chapter VII should be used against France, the U.S. and UK for supporting terrorism
The foreign ministry said the issue has been politicised ahead of Geneva II talks
The head of the NCC previously rejected participation in Geneva under the Coalition umbrella
Shaaban praised the success of the regime delegation
The U.S. and Russia have agreed on what’s needed, but it is up to the Syrian parties to find out how to get there
Mouallem tells reporters he rejected direct dialogue with the U.S.
Western officials are seeking concessions on the delivery of humanitarian aid
Sources say the escalation in American policy aims to isolate extremists and put pressure on the Syrian regime
Shaaban says the Coalition only wants to discuss certain items of the Geneva I communique
Syrian delegates say Geneva was not designed to discuss humanitarian aid
Participants stress need for diplomatic victories to match Syrian army’s advances on battlefield
The U.N. has sought to raise an unprecedented $6.5 billion for Syria
The source said the Coalition will decide whether to go to Geneva II on Saturday or Sunday
Syrian National Coalition Ahmad Jarba has insisted Bashar Assad can have no role in the future of Syria
Zoubi rejects any agreement at Geneva Will be Put to a National referendum
ISIS’s threat came hours after a rival al-Qaeda group said it has joined forces with other rebel groups
If Geneva II is to be held this January, it would come up with nothing more than initiating a series of fragile, futile negotiations
Support for the President in fighting terror is hardening
The group has long insisted that it refuses to negotiate until President Bashar al-Assad’s regime exits power
The Military Council of the Jihadists in Marat al-Numan and the Military Council in Hama issued a statement condemning ISIS
The opposition government defense minister calls on Arab countries to support the armed opposition
U.S. policy on Syria has been contradictory from the very beginning of the crisis
Moallem was meeting with the Indian Acting Assistant Minister of External Affairs
Manna says he will only go to Geneva with a united Syrian opposition
Either the FBI’s information was false regarding the extremists percentage, or the extremists possessed superior weapons, which enabled them to conquer their moderate rivals
The statement accused ISIS of recent terrorist attacks in Iraq
Ambassador says the Syrian people do not trust the opposition
A group of non-partisan Syrians will meet the U.N. Syria envoy Lakhdar Brahimi, as well as U.S. and Russian officials ahead of the Geneva II conference
Statement expresses “wonder” at how the U.S. administration can justify talks with Al-Qaeda
FSA leader complains lack of support pits the group against their own allies
U.S. and Russia have a common interest in terms of preventing the fall of Syria into the hands of extremists
Zarzai said the Syrian people are the biggest losers in the conflict
Information Minister warns against publishing unverified information
The talks could also decide the future direction of the Islamic Front, which is engaged in a standoff with yet more radical Sunni Muslim fighters
The Wall Street Journal reported Idriss fled after Islamists took over his HQ
Toumeh claims regime offered to eliminate Al-Qaeda operatives
Information minister says Syria is targeted for its regional role
The campaign coincided with Thanksgiving in the U.S.
Stakeholders are prepared to do battle over the spoils of war
Foreign jihadis fighting in Syria have galvanized support for Assad, report says
Mohammad Farouk Tayfour says the crisis in Syria is not a civil war
SFA chief says that the Free Syrian Army would be ready to join the regular Syrian army in fighting ISIS
Details emerge oof consultations regarding the opposition delgation
Deputy Foreign and Expatriates Minister Faisal Mekdad said that the Syrian government has reservations on the participation of terrorist groups, which have been involved in
FSA says conditions are not right to hold the conference
Syria says “era of colonialism” is over
Lavrov said circumstances for the conflict will never be “perfect”
Meeting calls for a “popular Arab League”
The appointment comes in preparation for a general meeting of the Damascus Declaration for the diaspora
Exchanging Syrian Pounds into Dollars was not enough to make people feel secure becauss the dollar value itself fluctuates
Mikdad says it won’t be difficult for Syrians to reach and agreement to end violence and stop the bloodshed
Jaafari claims some states aggravating the humanitarian situation for their own ends
For decades, Syria was known as the county north of Israel or beside Lebanon. This reputation persisted, in part, because of Syria’s political role during
Ford reportedly said the opposition should work on winning American public opinion
The U.S. statement are inconsistent on Syria’s cooperation
Genveva outcome can only be a product of Syrians themselves
Idriss says Muslim identity of fighters is nothing to be ashamed of
Ahmad Ramadan says the Coalition will not take part in preparatory consultations
The outdated Saudi monarchy should look at their own state before interfering in Syria’s affairs
Unnamed ministry source tells Tishreen Kerry is trying to abort the Geneva process
Reports suggest U.S. has been unable to stop Gulf money reaching extremists
Syrian Minister for National Reconciliation Ali Haidar believes there is a “serious American thought” being given to “opening channels” with Damascus
Veteran dissident argues America’s interests are served in perpetuating the crisis
A two-day conference of Syrian and Iranian intellectuals was held in Damascus
Lavrov said that each group of the Syrian opposition has its financer inside or outside the region
Economist analyst Adnan Abdulrazzak writes for The Syrian Observer on the regime’s efforts to show that Syria is capable to control its economic difficulties
Hussein said his group rejected a proposal to join the Syrian National Coalition delegation
Pro-regime “rights” group condemns groups that fire mortars
He said it jokingly but it could happen soon. Assad: I should have won the Nobel Peace Prize
Assad denies reports holding that a member of Fatah’s central committee, had brought him a message from the new emir of Qatar
Pan-Arab nationalists say they support Syria against “U.S.-Zionist aggression”
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Tuesday that Russia and its U.S. partners agreed to work in the near future to settle the crisis in Syria.
As a result of all this American hesitation in our region, some stubborn and oppressive regimes have succeeded in staying in power and maintaining the grip of their forces and their “guards” over their people
The deal was reached between the two parties to prevent Syrians from influencing the decision
Jarba says Iran cannot participate as “mediator” in the conference
Saudis, Tunisians and Libyans are among the most frequently encountered nationalities
Source says arrests included senior employees from the Central Bank of Damascus
Zoubi describes it as illogical to negotiate with the FSA, Nusra or ISIS
Jaafari said the resolution states that neither party in Syria is allowed to develop, produce or transport chemical weapons
Foreign and Expatriates Minister Walid al-Moallem met the ministers on the sidelines of the 68th session of the United Nations General Assembly
Source says Russia insists Assad must run in elections
Lavrov warns Jihadis could threaten their country of origin after Syria
Assad said he does not discount the possibility of a U.S. military attack even though threatened action was forestalled when he agreed to give up chemical weapons
Pressure should be applied on the regime to implement a ceasefire for use of all weapons, not just chemical
The Saudi envoy Ahmed Jarba is working for his terrorist masters only
Shifting into Bush-era policies does not seem to be likely to take place in the United States
Assad offered to dismantle his chemical weapons, before calling them “imaginary”
Halqi met with the head of the Syrian Nationalist Social Party Asaad Hardan
Pushkov said Russia cooperated on the Libyan issue and the results were well-known
President Bashar al-Assad gave an interview to the Chinese television CCTV. Following is the full text of the interview
The Coalition delegation will also deliver a speech at the meeting of the General Assembly
Member countries of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO)rejected military intervention in Syria
The chemical weapons in Syria are in a safe place that is secure and under the control of the Syrian army: Assad
Lavrov accused Western countries of exploiting the Russian-U.S. agreement in order to carry out regime change
The world relied on these social media reports from the “army of self-anointed reporters”
Many believe that Obama’s image has been shaken by Assad and Putin
The joint command of the Free Syrian Army and Revolutionary Forces demand the co-sponsors of the U.S.-Russian- agreement, along with the U.N. Security Council and
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Russia is currently analysing the data
President Bashar Assad on Wednesday met with a U.S. delegation including former congressmen, anti-war activists and journalists
Not content to force amendments to the U.S.-Russian agreement, the British and French have sought to make premature media announcements about expectations at the U.N.
U.S., French and U.K. purporting to support a political solution while also continuing to support Al-Qaeda
Spokesman for the Coordinating Commission for Democratic Change and Opposition Forces says a secret agreement has been reached to solve the problem of the opposition representation at talks
Information Minister says Syria takes its commitments seriously
Rasmussen said the initiative should give further momentum to a political solution
Foreign Ministry expresses concern over other countries’ refusal to join the convention on chemical weapons
Kerry said there is no military solution to the crisis
Idriss has rejected the Russian initiative that would see the Syrian regime place chemical weapon under international custody
There is no hope to push Western attitudes into a more advanced position in light of the reluctance to forge a direct alliance with the West, or in light of fighting the Baath in a Baathist language
The Syrian opposition and the Syrian public had contradictory feelings regarding both the American strike against the Assad regime
A statement issued Wednesday said the Russian initiative was on the right track to end Western pretexts for aggression
Kerry said that a peaceful solution must be pursued with a timetable
Fahed Masri said that the regime is attempting to raise concerns of minorities in Syria to sway public opinion against a strike
Kilo says the opposition considers the regime more dangerous than its chemical weapons
Iran says the Syrian government has been successful in fighting terrorists and has no need to use chemical weapons.
The two sides aim at trying to reach an agreement on a U.N. draft resolution that puts chemical weapons in Syria under international supervision
Dmitry Peskov revealed the discussions were conducted on the sidelines of the G20 Summit
Dehghan said U.S. military intervention in the region would lead to a “gap” in the region’s security.
Britain and the European Union provided the Syrian side with what is called a “last minute proposal” to avoid war
Dealers expect a dramatic rise of U.S Dollar against the Pound if the U.S. Congress votes ‘yes’ to military action.
Moallem extended greetings to the American people for their awareness and support for Syria against the war
In exclusive interview airing Monday, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says his allies may respond if he was attacked
Analysts say former Syrian Defense Minister Ali Habib will have an important role in the negotiations
Syrian dissident Michel Kilo has written to Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying:
Manna described U.S. behaviour as “childish”
Protests have been held across the Americas and elsewhere against U.S. military aggression
The European Commission President stressed the need to work for a sustainable political solution in Syria
In exclusive interview airing Monday, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says he had nothing to do with attack
Putin said Russia will act decisively if the use of chemical weapons was proved
Three Russian warships have crossed the Turkish Bosphorous
Traders have exploited intensified war talk in Syria to the monopolize materials and control prices
Sources report the Shiite organization recruited 10,000 fighters tasked with defending the Syrian capital
The Syrian opposition has called on the U.S. cCongress to approve a military action against Bashar Assad
Khamenei was meeting with members of the Assembly of Experts on Thursday
Demonstrators expressed thanks to the countries supporting Syria in the face of aggression, especially Russia, China and Iran
Syrian state television denied on Wednesday Habib had left the country, as well as reports of his defection
Member in Syrian National Coalition, Walid al-Bunni says he is confident U.S. military intervention in Syria "is inevitable" but says U.S. hesitation is due to
The Coalition says any intervention should be accompanied by more arms for the rebels
Facebook pages have sprung up calling for revenge against Sunnis in the coastal region
Sergey Vershinin says the G20 Summit will help put the crisis back on the political path
Boroujerdi met with the Secretary General of Lebanon’s Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah on Monday night
A new initiative calls on patriotic Syrian army officers to form a temporary military council alongside Free Syrian Army officers
Russia says U.S. evidence of chemical attack in Syria is unconvincing
National Alliance of the Egyptian Revolutionary Forces called on the Arab nation to recognize the “plots being hatched to fragment the region
Mekdad warns that strikes could set the whole region ablaze
A stroll around the White House grounds with his top adviser on Friday evening changed President Barack Obama’s mind
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria has evacuated its militants from its headquarters in Raqqa city
Assad was speaking during a meeting with the Chairman of the Foreign Policy and National Security Committee of the Iranian Shura Council
Jafaari says U.S. evidence of chemical wepons use by the regime is a mere justification for waging war
American decision-makers have concluded that the U.S. is able to absorb all possibilities,
Bashar Assad appears certain of victory
Ford believed that such a strike would weaken Assad’s leverage and force him accept negotiations at Geneva II
Washington impeded the entry of Atropine and other anti-chemical agents to Syria from Turkey
World leaders warn against military action without a U.N. mandate
Jafaari says Syria is a peaceful state that seeks peace and security in the region
Sources said that Yakhont and M-600 missiles are ready to be deployed
A military strike on Syria might deter the Assad regime from using chemical weapons again, but it is unlikely to be a game changer in the course of the Syrian conflict
Information Minister accuses the U.S. of fabricating evidence
Remarks made during a meeting with the U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Jeffrey Feltman
The U.S. State Department announced the postponement of the Russian-U.S. meeting on Tuesday
A quick tour of the coverage by the U.S media of the Syrian issue
The National Coordinating Commission refuses any military intervention in Syria
Hague told the BBC nothing was ruled out
Bashar’s maternal uncle and cousins, the Makhlouf family, head the security and telecommunications sectors, a major cash cow. Cousin Hafez Makhlouf heads the General Intelligence Directorate in Damascus, where Iyad Makhlouf works as well
America has waged many wars, but has never been able to achieve its political objectives from any of them: Assad
Top military chiefs from western and Arab countries are meeting in Amman to discuss the situation in Syria
Hussein said that the west will not intervene militarily because it is not in Israel’s interests
Iran believes the alleged gas attack in Ghouta was carried out by terrorists
The same “Takfiri” ideology which found its way to your country on 9 September, 2001 has now come to ours
The two presidents agreed to stay in close contact to arrive at a joint response to this unprecedented aggression
In confessions broadcast by Syrian TV, one of the employees said the company bought U.S. Dollars from the Central Bank and resold them in the black market
Zoubi hailed the high morale of the Syrian army
Zoubi says Syrians will not accept any political solution that is not approved by President Bashar Assad
The meeting will be held in a European country
We call on the regime to accept a political solution that would lead to the transfer of power into a transitional government
Rohani will not be able to change the domestic situation unless he reopens the door before a minimum level of liberties and finds a formula to cooperate with all the movements
Jarba also says while Geneva might happen, he is pessimistic it will achieve a political solution
Bicycles are being confiscated on the basis they may be transporting fugitives or illegal goods
The message was conveyed by Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi during his meeting with President Rouhani in Tehran.
Opposition source denies report in the New York Times
Abdullah al-Ahmar was meeting with the Chairman of the Russian-Syrian Friendship Association
New York Times reports suggests there are more than 600 westerners fighting in Syria
Jarba says arms must be provided quickly to defend Syrian civilians
Foreign Minister says U.S. is insincere about seeking a political solution
Russia is continuing communication with representatives of the Syrian government and all groups of the opposition to convince everybody to accept the Russian-U.S. initiative
Halqi also dismisses rumors of nationalization of private banks
The move is “a prime example of our dysfunctional Syria policy,” a senior aide to a Senate Republican tells Josh Rogin
Exchange companies can still sell to citizens for non-commercial purposes
The U.S. and its allies are complicit in conspiring against Syria and shedding Syrians' blood, through positions and statements that aim to provide a political
Zoubi urges Hamas to distant themselves from Muslim Brotherhood terrorists
The Syrian Opposition is due for a meeting in Istanbul to elect a new leadership. What is really at stake in the elections?
The puppet artworks send a loud and critical message to the tyrannical regime, mocking its leader, who last year told Russia Today TV”I am not a puppet of the West and I will live and die in Syria”
Roland Dumas says he declined an offer to take part in a plot to topple the government
All4Syria Website published excerpts from an NPR story on the health situation in Syria with the sharp decrease of doctors and medications
Russia says U.N., U.S. and Russia agreed on need for dialogue as soon as possible
U.N. envoy says report omits important developments in the Syrian Golan
Syrians rush to withdraw cash as Syrian Pound plummets
The increase applies to state, civil and military employees
France opposes providing weapons to rebels that may be used against it
The agreement is designed to avoid the sectarian bloodshed experienced in post-Saddam Iraq
Head of Syrian Arab Airlines says decision to remove the airline from the international network is a political move that harms passengers
Russia’s opposition comes amid reports the U.S. is preparing an air-exclusion zone from Jordan
Israel provided provided the so-called evidence of chemical weapons use in Syria
Damascus slams Mursi for his announcement that he was cutting off all diplomatic ties with Syria and closing the Syrian Embassy
Diplomats say the joint military exercises aim to send a strong message to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad
Syrian activist gets the Human Rights Defenders Award offered by the U.S. Department of State’s
Washington has decided to lift an economic blockade, allowing companies to make economic deals with armed opposition groups
Lavrov said that the Syrian opposition is responsible for the delay in holding a scheduled international conference on Syria in Geneva
A resettlement plan aims to help both the hard-hit Syrian families and other Middle Eastern countries that are straining to support 1.6 million refugees
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
Report says U.S. representatives conveyed to Hassoun Washington’s conviction that extremist radical groups related to Al-Qaeda have penetrated the Syrian opposition structures
The offer was reportedly made recently via U.N. ESCWA director and former Deputy Prime Minister for Economy and Trade, Abdullah Dardari
What is happening in the region today is a result of the Neo-Conservative plan by the United States
The conference would begin with a high-level meeting over two days chaired by U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon
France says the Syrian regime has used chemical gases and “all options” are now on the table
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Alexander Lukashevich said Russia rejects of the deployment of foreign weapons in the territories of Syria’s neighboring countries, saying it risked destabilizing the volatile region.
Kerry’s remarks come as part of an attempt to pave the way towards a solution, despite the fact that the U.S. has helped contribute to the deteriorating situation in Syria
Statement comes following visit to Moscow of Kurdish delegation
Washington is to deploy a Patriot missile battery and F-16 fighter jets to Jordan as part of what it says is a planned military exercise
Lavrov says the National coalition does not want dialogue and its demand regarding Assad’s departure is impractical
The opposition National Coalition will not participate in Geneva 2 conference, while the moderate opposition group, the National Coordination Committee, says it would participate and that its delegation has been finalized
Syria’s Ambassador to Jordan, Bahjat Suleiman said that the American administration will give “decisive orders” to its allies and partners that it is now “Game Over”
The Daily Beast reports exclusively that the White House has asked the Pentagon to draw up plans for a no-fly zone inside Syria
Syria says it is ready and open to go to Geneva talks with the opposition but the opposition is not
Syrian opposition and pro-government websites reported on Monday that U.S. Senator John McCain had made a brief visit into northern Syria to meet with political and military opposition leaders
The Syria Times editor says, “no power whatsoever can save the terrorists from defeat at the hands of the Syrian army, whether in Qusayr, Aleppo, Daraa, Qineitra, or any other part of Syria.”
The Central Bank has sold the equivalent of 3.6 million Euros to exchange companies at a price of 174.13 SP, or 135 SYP to the U.S. Dollar
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
Syria’s opposition and government are preparing to take part in an internationally-sponsored peace conference, the United Nations-Arab League mediator Lakhdar Brahimi said on Tuesday.
The benefits and losses should be weighed with great accuracy, because without doing that we might enter the dark tunnel of political negotiations, without any light at the end, and lose all what we’ve achieved on the way
Businessman and former regime ally, Firas Tlass, triggers an initiative to end the crisis in syria
Syrian press editorials today lashed on Qatar and Turkey, as we;; as the “American backtracking” on the commitments it offered at the first meeting in Moscow
Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi said Wednesday internal national dialogue is the only means to reach a political solution, to stop the bloodshed and the destruction of the state in Syria.
The Syrian press call Turkish PM to resign and accuses the opposition of contacting Israel
Syria’s U.N. envoy, Bashar al-Jaafari said Wednesday the draft resolution on Syria submitted to the U.N. General Assembly aims to inflame the current crisis.
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 needed more details about the conference before agreeing to participate, but said the political decision on the principle of a political solution to support international efforts and combat terrorism was clear, Information Minister says
Al-Hadath News, a Syrian website, has publsihed what it called the terms of the secret U.S.-Russian
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Russian and Egyptian foreign ministers agree dialogue between the government and the opposition groups must be initiated, and
The Syrian army has continued its pursuit of armed terrorist groups in the town of Jarba, in the Damascus countryside, after a successful campaign to restore stability and security in the towns of Otaybah, Qaysa and Ghreifeh in the Eastern Ghouta region.
The Obama administration remains hesitant to pursue a specific course of action to stop the violence there
The Syrian government is sending several messages to Russia, the U.S. and the its loyalists inside the country.
Syria says the US Ambassador to Damascus Robert Ford reportedly issued instructions from the Obama administration to the members of the opposition “National Coalition of Doha” to join political efforts
Syrian press editorials expressed the regime’s suspicion of the US Secretary of State John Kerry.
Israeli political sources say the United States dealt a severe blow to armed groups operating in Syria after it accepted Russian conditions to solve the crisis in the country.
Syria welcomes the U.S.-Russian “rapprochement” to hold a conference to find a political solution to end the conflict in Syria, the Foreign Ministry said Thursday.
Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi said Thursday Syria is facing a two-year multi-faceted war aimed at fragmenting the country's social fabric and sidelining its pivotal
Israeli political sources say the United States dealt a severe blow to armed groups operating in Syria after it accepted Russian conditions to solve the crisis in the country.
The American-Russian negotiations over Syria have reached an advanced stage, but the new agreement still lacks the teeth to achieve results, a political scholar specialized in Syrian affairs said during between American Secretary of State John Kerry and his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov.
Algerian Ambassador to Syria, Saleh Bousha expressed his support for Syria in facing a conspiracy against the country, during a meeting with Syrian Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi Wednesday.
Foreign and Expatriates Minister Walid al-Muallim tells the Russians Syria has a right to respond to Israeli aggression under international law, during a phone call Monday.
The Syrian people alone must be responsible for deciding their destiny through free elections and without foreign interference, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said Monday.
Israel will pay the price for its aggression against Syria, assistant foreign minister Hossein Amir Abdullahian said during a meeting with the Syrian ambassador to Iran, Adnan Mahmoud Monday.
The flagrant Israeli attacks on Syrian armed forces sites proves Israel is working with terrorist groups, including the al-Qaeda aligned jihadist Nusra Front, the Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Ministry said Sunday.
Syrian President Bashar Assad warned on Wednesday the West that it will pay a heavy price for its alleged support of al-Qaida in Syria and said his regime’s defeat is not an option.
Five million Syrians have become below the line of poverty, in addition to two million unemployed and 800,000 destructed houses, Syria’s Former Deputy PM Abdullah al Dardari has said.
Moaz al-Khatib, leader of the Western-based Syrian opposition coalition has resigned, citing frustrations with the body’s inability to advance the fight against President Bashar Assad.
“It is unfortunate that Moaz al-Khatib has resigned today as President of the Syrian Opposition Coalition. Sheikh Moaz is a fine and decent man who served the democratic cause of the Syrian people with dignity.”
Several bodies of international law provide standards applicable to the Syrian crisis, including international humanitarian law, international criminal law, and international human rights law
The Ministerial Committee tasked with following up on the procedures to implement the political program to solve the crisis in Syria held a meeting on Monday with members of the executive offices of the Arab Writers Union and the Syrian Publishers Union.
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.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister, Gennady Gatilov, expressed his country’s support to holding a ‘Geneva 2’ meeting for solving the crisis in Syria to discuss specific implementation of Geneva Statement items.
Syria’s foreign minister invited the country’s rebels on Saturday to lay down their weapons and take part in a national dialogue, saying everyone who participates will be included in a new Cabinet with wide executive powers.
Because Syria is a country of paramount importance, the issue there is not just about toppling the regime, while retaining the same inherited and historical structure, including the ideology, of the regime itself. Indeed, we are dealing here with a smaller version of countries like Germany and Japan after the Second World War, in that they were countries whose internal circumstances led them to destabilise their regions and subsequently the world.
President Assad spoke Sunday, amid rapturous chanting from loyalists that they are with him with “all their blood and soul.” His speech was met by a roar of protest and mocking from Syrian citizens and opposition groups, as well as the international community. This was his first public speech in six months.The opposition says he lives in isolation and does not know what is going around him.
While media reports talk about a new round of talks between the Russians and the Americans over Syria, a senior member of the opposition says that “Bashar’s departure is the essential demand of the Syrian revolution,” indicating an Egyptian role in marketing a Russian plan.
The Russian foreign ministry said Lakhdar Brahimi will hold talks in Moscow on Saturday following consultations with President Bashar Assad’s regime in Damascus, at his request.