Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani (3rd R) shakes hands with Syria's interim Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani (2nd R) during their meeting in Damascus, Syria, on Jan. 10, 2025. Syria's interim Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani on Friday reaffirmed his government's commitment to guaranteeing freedom for all Syrians, stressing the rule of law and equal … Continue reading Syria’s foreign minister identifies rule of law, equal citizenship as chief cornerstones of existence
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is interested in stabilising the situation in Syria and that removing Russian presence in the country is "crucial" for its security. Syria is in a state of transition after rebels toppled the regime of Bashar al Assad earlier this month. Russia - a key supporter of Assad, has seen its presence … Continue reading Zelenskyy: ‘Crucial’ to remove Russian presence in Syria
(241209) -- DAMASCUS, Dec. 9, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Locals rally in a street in Damascus, Syria, Dec. 8, 2024. (Photo by Ammar Safarjalani/Xinhua) Amid the scenes of jubilation, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with allies around the region and called for an ‘inclusive and non-sectarian’ interim government. Syrians have observed the first Friday … Continue reading How Syrians marked first Friday Prayers after Assad regime
The Assad regime in Syria came toppling down in lightning speed after rebel forces led a days-long offensive across the country and captured the capital, Damascus, on Sunday, with President Bashar Assad ultimately fleeing to Russia. How did it happen so quickly? Some Syrian analysts, as well as the Biden administration, have pointed to Assad's chief … Continue reading REVEALED: Billion-dollar synthetic pills business that kept Assad regime in power
Top US diplomats are heading to the Middle East to help ensure a smooth transition of power in Syria as well as a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza. Secretary of state Antony Blinken is set to visit Jordan and Turkey, while US national security adviser Jake Sullivan is planning stops in Israel, Qatar and … Continue reading Top US diplomats heading to Middle East – with Syria high on agenda
Syrian rebel leader Abu Mohammed al Jolani says people responsible for torturing and killing detainees under the Assad regime will not be pardoned by his government. In a statement on Telegram, Jolani said that those who were involved would be pursued in Syria. "We will pursue them in Syria, and we ask countries to hand … Continue reading Jolani: Those involved in torturing and killing detainees under Assad won’t be pardoned
More now from Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Iranian supreme leader, who has spoken for the first time since the downfall of his ally Bashar al Assad. We've just got his comments in full. "What happened in Syria was mainly planned in the command rooms of America and Israel. We have evidence of this. A neighbouring … Continue reading Assad’s fall will not weaken Iran, says supreme leader
Pope Francis has called on the Syrian rebels who toppled the Assad regime to stabilise the country and govern in a way that will "promote the stability and unity of the country". "I pray that the Syrian people may live in peace and security in their beloved land and the different religions may walk together … Continue reading Pope Francis calls on Syrian rebels to stabilise country
This is an extraordinary scoop because Abu Mohammad al Jolani hasn't given an interview to a foreign news organisation since his victory over Bashar al Assad. And what he says is crucial to Syria's future. Jolani's message was one of reassurance. The West has nothing to fear from Syria. Past fears were justified, he is … Continue reading Analysis: Global powers to scrutinize HTS leader’s comments
At least six Syrian ships were struck by the Israel Defence Forces in airstrikes yesterday, according to a maritime risk management expert. Ambrey said it had observed the attacks on the Latakia port, adding video footage showed one naval vessel listing and that five others had been sunk, without any visible damage being done to the … Continue reading Israeli army hit at least 6 Syrian navy ships
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