EU parliament chief visits Egypt for talks on financial assistance, Middle East geopolitics - EUROPE SAYS

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, is set to visit Egypt on 8-9 January for high-level discussions

How fake news campaigns could push Syria back to civil war – DW – 01/03/2025

From Christmas trees being toppled by Syria's transitional government, to local women sold as slaves by terrorist 'head choppers,' to reports about a leading Syrian rebel leader being secretly Jewish: Misinformation and disinformation about Syria sin…

MIDDLE EAST LIVE: Security Council meets on Syria, plus Gaza and Lebanon updates - EUROPE SAYS

While the war in Gaza grinds on with dozens of civilians already reportedly killed and injured so far

MIDDLE EAST LIVE: Security Council meets on Syria, plus Gaza and Lebanon updates

While the war in Gaza grinds on with dozens of civilians already reportedly killed and injured so far this year - and as the fragile ceasefire in Lebanon largely holds - hopes are still high for a successful transition of power in Damascus following …

Germany pushing EU to ease sanctions on Syria — reports

The Syrian Diaspora in Germany After Assad - EUROPE SAYS

Some refugees may return to Syria because they want to live there again. But many won’t—for the same

Italy to host allies meeting to boost role in Syria’s transition

Antonio Tajani, Italy's Foreign Minister, will host a meeting of European and US ministers at which Syria's future will be a topic.

First international flight since Assad's ouster lands in Syria : NPR - EUROPE SAYS

A Syrian woman who arrived at a first international commercial flight since the fall of former Syrian President

Venezuela’s military could desert Maduro after Syrian ally’s fall, opposition leader says

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro risks losing the support of his military chiefs as he prepares for a third term on the back of a bogus election, opposition leader María Corina Machado has said, calling his position “untenable”.

‘Protect Our People’: Armed Syrian Volunteers Watch Over Damascus

We are offering the following story that has been selected by AFP's chief editors for re-publication as among the best of the week. Pictures by Anwar Amro.

Syria to dominate talks as Iraq’s Al Sudani visits Iran

Developments in Syria's political transition will be on the agenda when Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani visits Tehran on Wednesday.

Zelenskyy proposes Switzerland join Ukraine in providing humanitarian aid to Syria

The Food from Ukraine program is a new initiative 'aimed at supporting the Syrian people and preventing a food crisis in Syria,' according to the President’s Office.

Northeast Syria | Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI) 1-8 December 2024 - Syrian Arab Republic - EUROPE SAYS

Attachments INTRODUCTION To facilitate humanitarian cash programming, the Northeast of Syria Cash Working Group (NES CWG), in collaboration

Zelenskyy proposes Switzerland join Ukraine in providing humanitarian aid to Syria - EUROPE SAYS

The Food from Ukraine program is a new initiative 'aimed at supporting the Syrian people and preventing a

How are Western sanctions affecting Syria’s post-Assad transition? | Syria’s War News

A wide array of Western sanctions are debilitating Syria’s economy and threatening its recovery after 14 years of civil war.

Georgetown Continues Push for Austin Tice’s Release From Syria - EUROPE SAYS

Georgetown continues its advocacy for the release of Austin Tice (SFS’02, L’13), an alumnus who has been captive

Germany pushing EU to ease sanctions on Syria — reports – DW – 01/07/2025 - EUROPE SAYS

Germany is at the helm of efforts within the European Union (EU) to ease sanctions on Syria following

Promoting stability in Syria also serves Netherlands’ interests: Top Dutch diplomat

LONDONThe Dutch foreign minister on Monday stressed the importance of stability in Syria, expressing that it also serves Netherlands’ interests.

Lebanon Prime Minister To Visit Syria Soon: Minister - EUROPE SAYS

Text size Lebanon's prime minister is to visit Damascus 'soon', the information minister said on Tuesday -- the

Ireland files declaration of intervention in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel: ICJ

The ICJ says Ireland has officially filed a declaration of intervention in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel.

KSrelief delivers critical food, shelter aid to Syrian families

RIYADH: Al-Ahsa is known for its diverse industries and handicrafts, particularly the Hasawi bishts, which are sought-after across the Arab world for their exquisite tailoring, quality and intricate embroidery.

Italy to host allies meeting to boost role in Syria's transition - EUROPE SAYS

Antonio Tajani, Italy's Foreign Minister, will host a meeting of his European and US counterparts, at which Syria's

The Future of Iran's Foreign Policy in the Complex Geopolitics of the Post-Assad Middle East - EUROPE SAYS

Iran’s presence in the Middle East has been greatly diminished with the fall of Assad. Now the question

Syrian Mayor Says Israel Collected Arms From Locals In Golan Buffer Zone - EUROPE SAYS

Mohamed Mreiwel, the mayor of the village of Jabata al-Khashab, says he met with Israeli officials several times

Inside Bashar Assad’s detention centers, where ‘death was the least bad thing’

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Handcuffed and squatting on the floor, Abdullah Zahra saw smoke rising from his cellmate’s flesh as his torturers gave him electric shocks. Then it was Zahra’s turn.

Rapid Assessment Report | United Nations Strategic Framework for Syria 2022-2025 [EN/AR] - Syrian Arab Republic - EUROPE SAYS

Attachments The Rapid Assessment of the United Nations Strategic Framework for Syria’s (UNSF) 2022-2025 aims to enhance accountability

Rapid Assessment Report | United Nations Strategic Framework for Syria 2022-2025 [EN/AR] – Syrian Arab Republic

Attachments The Rapid Assessment of the United Nations Strategic Framework for Syria’s (UNSF) 2022-2025 aims to enhance accountability to stakeholders and foster learning by analyzing the framework's implementation and providing actionable recommenda…

World News in Brief: Communal violence in South Sudan, Syria and Gaza updates - EUROPE SAYS

In an update covering July to September last year, the UN Mission in South Sudan – or UNMISS

Syria Druze Rebels Say Ready To Join A New National Army

Text size Two rebel groups from Syria's Druze minority said on Monday they were ready to join a national army after Islamist-led opposition fighters toppled president Bashar al-Assad last month.

Middle East 2025: Yemen’s Houthi Escalation, Syria’s Transition, and Regional Turmoil

Explore the shifting dynamics in the Middle East as Yemen's Houthi rebels challenge Israel, Syria undergoes a political transformation, and the region navigates a turbulent start to 2025.

Syria: What Comes Next?

On The Intercept Briefing podcast, Syrian journalist Rami Jarrah discusses the fall of the Assad family’s decadeslong brutal regime.