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Powerful explosions at a weapons depot in northern Syria injure at least four people. Rescue workers have evacuated four injured individuals from the site. The cause of the explosions is not immediately clear.
Israeli reports suggest Syrian President Ahmed al-Shar'a is building a strong army, diverting national resources, with intentions to confront Hezbollah, pro-Iranian factions in Iraq, and potentially Israel. This military buildup is raising concerns among intelligence agen…
A former Syrian government official who headed the Damascus Central Prison under ousted President Bashar al-Assad has been sentenced to 60 years in prison by a US judge for torture and fraud.
A Syrian court has issued its first verdicts linked to mass killings in coastal areas last year, with two supporters of the deposed government receiving a death sentence and life in prison, according to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA).
Syria's government raised fuel prices by up to 40 percent, triggering widespread protests across several regions as citizens struggle with escalating costs of living and pervasive poverty.
Syria Diesel Prices Jump 40% Triggering Widespread Unrest
Syria has seen a significant 40% increase in diesel prices, leading to widespread public unrest across the country.
Qatar has strongly condemned Israel's entry into Syrian territory, labeling it a "blatant breach of international law" and a "serious threat to regional security."
A social media claim that former Syrian General Intelligence director Hussam Louka stole $1.3 billion before fleeing on December 8, 2024, is debunked. Al-Nahar's fact-check reveals the original New York Times report cited $1.36 million, not billion.
A widely circulated claim that the Swiss Federal Prosecutor's Office requested an international arrest warrant for Syrian Justice Minister Mazhar Al-Weis for war crimes has been debunked as false.
Syria's new government, led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, has adopted a policy of diplomatic engagement with Israel, despite ongoing Israeli military provocations, as it seeks to rebuild after years of war.
Exceptional session exams for basic and secondary education have commenced in Syria's Suwayda province, following a delay caused by armed clashes between local groups and 'outlaw groups' that disrupted student access to examination centers.
Syria's top Druze leader calls community 'integral part of Israel'
Syria's top Druze leader calls community 'integral part of Israel'. Al-Hijri's statement deepens tensions with Damascus.
Egypt welcomed the US's decision to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism, which will contribute to achieving stability in Syria and enhancing economic recovery and reconstruction.
Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi announced the dissolution of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and their integration into the Syrian army. The move comes after a deal with the Syrian government, which guarantees Kurdish minority rights. The SDF was a key partner in the fight…
The Syrian Democratic Forces, a Kurdish-led force, has been dissolved by its leader Mazloum Abdi. The force was formed in 2015 to fight against the Islamic State group and was backed by the United States. Its dissolution marks the end of an era for the country's Kurds, wh…
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a Kurdish-led militia, have disbanded themselves as part of reforms in war-torn Syria. The move comes after a meeting between SDF commander Maslum Abdi and Syrian transition president Ahmed al-Scharaa in Damascus.
Turkish President Erdogan says Turkey will not abandon its friends in the region and will not let outside powers set the boundaries of its foreign policy.
Israel defence minister Israel Katz made a rare visit to troops in southern Syria, reiterating a pledge to keep forces in the area as long as there were “threats” to his country’s security.
The US has removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, a move that Damascus has welcomed as a major step towards normalizing relations with the West. The decision comes after months of diplomatic efforts between the two countries, which have been at odds f…
The US State Department removed Syria from its list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, a move first announced earlier this year pending a review by Congress.
Israel intensifies military operations in Syria, including ground raids and airstrikes, shortly after a top Syrian diplomat met with Mossad chief in Jordan.
A new proposal aims to ease travel for Syrians through Qleyaat airport, which could become a major hub for Lebanese-Syrian travel. The plan involves using buses to transport passengers directly from the border to the airport, under the supervision of security forces.
Syria and Israel: Talks on Reducing Tensions
Syrian and Israeli officials have reportedly held talks in Jordan to reduce tensions between the two countries. The talks were part of efforts to de-escalate after recent Israeli airstrikes on Syrian territory.
Syria and Israel held US-mediated talks in Jordan to ease tensions following recent Israeli strikes on Syrian territory. The talks focused on halting Israeli strikes, arrests, and targeted operations, and reviving negotiations towards a security agreement.
Syria said it held talks with Israel in Jordan on Sunday on de-escalation after recent Israeli strikes, and on keeping the country out of tensions between Israel and Turkey, an ally of Damascus.
US Ambassador Tom Barrack has retracted his comment that Syria's Golan Heights is occupied, reaffirming Washington's position that the territory belongs to Israel.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Sheibani and Mossad Chief Roman Gofman met to discuss a potential security agreement between Syria and Israel, following a recent Israeli airstrike on a Syrian airbase.
Syria has condemned an Israeli attack on the village of Beit Jinn, southwest of the country's capital Damascus, which officials said hit a civilian vehicle and left several people injured.
Israel's attack on a Syrian airbase has drawn condemnations from the US, UK, and UN, and reflects a shift in dynamics between Turkiye and Israel. Turkiye refrained from escalating and instead framed the issue as one between Israel and the US, and between Israel and the re…
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