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news.sky.combusiness1 day ago
Lebanon and Syria to Revise Decades-Old Trade Agreements in Coming Months
Lebanon's economy minister said a committee formed in early July will review more than 40 pacts covering investment, visas and taxes. Trade between the neighbors fell to $250 million last year from a peak near $800 million.
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politics2 days ago
Syrian President Tells Trump Israel Refuses Withdrawal Clause in Talks
Syria's president told U.S. President Donald Trump that Israel blocked stability talks by refusing to include a withdrawal provision. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of a NATO summit in Ankara.
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news.google.comworld3 days ago
Turkish Naval Ships Visit Syria's Latakia Port
Turkish naval ships docked at Syria's Latakia port, the first such visit since Syria's civil war began. Turkish government media reported the arrival.
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washingtonpost.compolitics5 days ago
Australia Issues Return Permit to Woman Held in Syrian Camp After Revoking Her Exclusion Order
Hodan Abby received a return permit in June 2025 after a February 2025 Temporary Exclusion Order was revoked. Abc reported that she is the last known Australian linked to Islamic State remaining in Syria's al-Roj camp.
South China Morning Postpolitics4 days agoUpdated
Syria's transitional parliament opens first session with 206 of 210 members, Sweida seats unfilled
Syria's transitional parliament convened its first session on Sunday with 206 members present. The 210-seat body will draft a new constitution under a 30-month mandate. President Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed 70 members.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld7 days ago
Three bomb blasts strike Damascus over five days
Three explosions hit central Damascus between July 2 and July 7, killing at least 11 people and wounding 36. Officials announced the arrest of an ISIL-linked cell, while residents reported continued daily routines despite localized fear.
Al-Monitorworld7 days ago
Damascus bombings linked to Islamic State cell
Two bombs exploded near a Damascus hotel hosting French President Emmanuel Macron, wounding 18 people. Preliminary investigations indicate the cell was affiliated with Islamic State.
The Independentpolitics7 days agoUpdated
Syria Arrests ISIS-Linked Suspects After Damascus Bombings During Macron Visit
Syrian authorities announced Thursday the arrests of several suspects tied to twin bombings that killed one and wounded 36 during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit. The attacks occurred Tuesday in Damascus.
Al-Monitorworld8 days ago
OPCW Restores Syria's Voting Rights After New Government Begins Dismantling Chemical Weapons
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons restored Syria's voting rights on July 9, 2026. The decision followed the 2024 fall of Bashar al-Assad and concrete steps by the new government to dismantle remaining chemical weapons.
jns.orgworld8 days ago
Activists Enter Mount Hermon Area Inside Syria Security Zone
A group of activists crossed into the Mount Hermon area under IDF control beyond the official border. The group spent the night in the area and documented the activity.
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cnbc.compolitics9 days agoSourced
Trump notifies Congress of intent to lift Syria terrorism designation
President Trump informed Congress on July 8, 2026, of plans to rescind Syria's State Sponsor of Terrorism designation after a 45-day pre-notification period. The move follows the June 30, 2025 Executive Order directing sanctions relief and will end major U.S. sanctions on Syria.
sana.sypolitics9 days ago
French officials say country ready to help rebuild Syria's economy
French officials stated they remain prepared to assist with Syria's economic reconstruction despite recent explosions. The announcement follows a period of renewed diplomatic engagement between France and Syrian authorities.
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abcnews.go.compolitics10 days ago
Trump Says U.S. Has Good Ties With New Syrian Leader He Approved
President Trump credited himself and the president for supporting Syria's new leader. He described the leader as having united the country despite some criticism of his toughness.
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news.sky.comworld10 days ago
Explosions Occur in Damascus During French-Syrian Meetings on Reconstruction
Explosions took place in Damascus on July 7 while French and Syrian officials held talks on reconstruction contracts. The French president had already left the hotel and was at the presidential palace when the blasts occurred.
politics10 days ago
Explosive devices detonate near Damascus hotel during official visit
Two explosive devices detonated near a hotel in Damascus where an official was staying. The blasts injured 18 people, including four police officers, and prompted security measures in the area.
france24.comworld10 days ago
Blasts Wound 18 in Damascus but Macron’s Syria Visit Continues Uninterrupted
Two improvised explosive devices detonated near the Ministry of Tourism and a hotel hosting French President Emmanuel Macron on July 7, 2026. Syria’s Interior Ministry reported 18 wounded, including four police officers, with the blasts occurring outside the designated security z…
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politics10 days ago
Explosions Reported Near Damascus Hotel and Tourism Ministry
Three blasts occurred near a hotel in Damascus where French officials are staying. Additional explosions were reported near Syria's Tourism Ministry in the same area.
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jpost.compolitics10 days ago
Explosive devices detonate near Damascus hotel ahead of planned visit
Two explosive devices detonated near a hotel in Syria's capital Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was scheduled to stay, a security source said. No injuries or damage details have been released.
nypost.comworld11 days ago
Israeli Military Detains 70 Activists in Syrian Buffer Zone
The Israeli military detained about 70 people who crossed into a buffer zone inside Syria. The individuals belong to a group that attempted to set up an unauthorized presence on the Syrian side of the line.
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thehindu.comworld11 days ago
Israeli Military Detains About 100 Settlers After Syria Border Crossing
The military held roughly 100 members of the HaBashan Pioneers group who entered the Syrian side of Mount Hermon from the buffer zone. The group said it had crossed the boundary multiple times before and seeks to establish a settlement there.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics11 days ago
Syrian officials say Western leader plans first post-Assad visit
Damascus announced that a Western leader is expected to visit Syria soon. The trip would mark the first such visit by a Western head of state since the fall of the previous government.
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world12 days ago
About 100 Activists Detained After Crossing Into Syrian Territory on Mount Hermon
Roughly 100 members of the HaBashan Pioneers movement were detained by the IDF on July 5, 2026, after entering the Syrian side of Mount Hermon from the buffer zone. The group announced the detentions the same day and said it seeks to establish an Israeli settlement there.
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Al Jazeerapolitics12 days ago
Syria Postpones First Transitional Parliament Session
Syrian authorities have delayed the opening session of the new transitional parliament without providing a reason. The body is tasked with drafting an elections law during its 30-month term.
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Damascus begins public trials over Sweida sectarian violence
Syrian authorities have opened public trials for individuals accused of participating in attacks in the southern city of Sweida. The violence occurred in July 2025 and ranks among the most severe sectarian clashes since the change in government.
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world14 days agoUpdated
Bomb at Damascus Cafe Kills Six and Wounds 22
An improvised explosive device detonated inside a cafe on Al-Nasr Street in central Damascus on Thursday. Syrian state media and authorities reported the casualties and confirmed the device was planted under a table.
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jpost.comworld15 days ago
Explosive Device Detonates in Damascus Cafe, Killing Four
An explosive device detonated inside a cafe in Damascus's Al-Hijaz area. Syrian officials reported four deaths and multiple injuries, with security forces securing the scene.
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jpost.comworld15 days ago
Damascus Cafe Explosion Kills at Least Four, Wounds Ten
An explosive device detonated Thursday in a Damascus cafe near the main courthouse complex. Syria's Interior Ministry reported at least four deaths and ten injuries, with no group claiming responsibility.
jpost.compolitics15 days ago
Syrian foreign minister travels to Beirut for talks with government and Hezbollah leaders
Syria's foreign minister arrived in Beirut to meet Lebanese officials and Hezbollah representatives. The visit follows recent public remarks by U.S. officials suggesting Syria address Hezbollah's presence.
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sana.sybusiness15 days ago
ConocoPhillips Signs Deal with Syrian Petroleum Company to Develop Gas Fields
The Syrian Petroleum Company signed a deal last week with ConocoPhillips and Novaterra ConocoPhillips to develop new gas fields and expand output at existing sites. The agreement was reported July 1, 2026.
news.google.comworld16 days ago
Syria and Egypt join Turkey's military exercise for first time
Agnes Helou attended the EFES 2026 multinational exercise in Turkey. The event marked the first participation by forces from Syria and Egypt. Day and nighttime drills were held during the exercise.
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Syrian President Says Syria Not Testing Ground for Foreign Ambitions as Damascus Seeks Control in North
@MarioNawfal reported that Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa issued a statement rejecting foreign interference. The remarks follow public tensions between Israel and Turkey over activities in northern Syria. Damascus continues efforts to assert control after the Assad government's…
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jns.orgworld18 days ago
Syrian Foreign Ministry Condemns Israeli Operations in Southern Syria After 70 Incursions This Month
The Syrian foreign ministry on Monday condemned Israeli military actions in the country's south. France 24 reported the statement followed an Israeli advance into Abidin village the previous day.
jns.orgpolitics18 days ago
Israeli Forces Kill Armed Militants and Detain 47 Civilians in Southern Syria
The Israeli military announced it killed armed militants on Saturday in an area under its control in southern Syria. Haaretz reported the action occurred where Iran-linked militias had been operating.
Usa Todaypolitics21 days ago
Supreme Court Ends Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Syrian Immigrants
The Supreme Court ruled that the Department of Homeland Security can terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Syrian nationals. The decision affects roughly 356,000 people and sets a precedent for ending the program for other nationalities.
thenation.comworld21 days ago
Syrian Medical Student Missing Since April, Family and Government Differ on Circumstances
An Alawite medical student has not been seen since leaving her dorm in April. Her family states she was taken against her will, while government statements indicate she departed voluntarily.
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tass.comworld22 days ago
Israeli Forces to Remain in Security Zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza
Israeli officials stated that military forces will stay in designated security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza without a set withdrawal date. The decision was described as a measure to shield communities from militant threats.
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Abc Newsworld22 days ago
Australia Allows Last Woman Held in Syrian IS Camp to Return Under Strict Conditions
The final Australian woman detained in a Syrian camp for families of Islamic State fighters received permission to return home. Officials will impose monitoring requirements on her travel, residence, work, and communications.
middleeasteye.netpolitics25 days ago
Syrian President Rejects Military Role in Lebanon After Trump Suggests Syria Could Act Against Hezbollah
Ahmed al-Sharaa said Syria seeks economic ties with Lebanon, not military involvement. The remarks followed comments by President Trump suggesting Damascus could take a role against Hezbollah.
theiranproject.comworld25 days ago
Syrian President Says Iran Emerged Strongest From Recent War
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa stated that Iran gained the most from the recent conflict, describing the war as containing multiple mistakes in its objectives and formation.
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Al Jazeeraworld26 days ago
Syria releases activist after four days in detention
British Syrian activist Hassan Akkad was freed from a Damascus prison on Sunday following the withdrawal of a complaint filed by journalist Mousa al-Omar. The detention lasted four days and stemmed from online criticism tied to a donations campaign for Syria's reconstruction.
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Syrian officials report organ removals from detainees under prior regime
Syrian officials stated that military personnel and medical staff removed organs from prisoners held during the previous government. The organs were said to have been used for transplants benefiting individuals connected to senior regime figures.
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Washington Examinerpolitics27 days ago
Syria Marks One Year Since Assad's Fall
Residents in Damascus described changes in daily life one year after the December 2024 collapse of Bashar Assad's government. The new administration, led by Ahmed al Sharaa and dominated by Hay'at Tahrir al Sham, has introduced new restrictions on alcohol and public behavior.
Al Jazeeraworld28 days ago
British Syrian activist Hassan Akkad detained in Damascus despite withdrawn complaint
Security forces took Akkad into custody Wednesday evening at a cafe in Damascus's al-Malki neighbourhood. The detention is linked to a complaint filed by journalist Mousa al-Omar over Akkad's social media criticism.
citizen.co.zascience31 days ago
Northwest Syria Hospitals Face Closure Risk as Aid Falls After Assad's Fall
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Syrians remain in makeshift shelters after the Assad regime fell. Living conditions in northwest camps continue to worsen as global aid declines.
middleeasteye.netbusiness29 days agoUpdated
ConocoPhillips Set to Sign Syria Gas Deal as Early as Week of June 16, 2026
ConocoPhillips plans to sign an agreement with Syria’s state gas company for field development. The U.S. major will work with Novaterra Energy on existing and new production.
Al Jazeeraworld31 days ago
Dutch Court Sentences Syrian Asylum Seeker to 26 Years for Torture and Rape as Crime Against Humanity
A court in The Hague found Rafik A guilty of crimes against humanity committed as an interrogator for the former Assad regime. The ruling marks the first Dutch prosecution of sexual violence as a crime against humanity.
upi.comworld34 days ago
Syria arrests 235 ISIS members in three-month security campaign
Syrian authorities detained 235 ISIS members over three months and prevented seven planned attacks. The operations targeted active cells operating in small groups across the country.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics37 days ago
Turkish President Addresses Israel Syria Lebanon Operations
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Israel's actions in Syria and Lebanon carry wider consequences for Turkey's security. He said Ankara will not accept territorial faits accomplis and accused Israel of aggressive regional aims.
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citizen.co.zaworld39 days ago
Woman Who Left France for Syria in 2013 Faces Paris Trial
A 45-year-old mother of five who moved to Syria with her husband in 2013 is scheduled to stand trial in Paris for three days starting Monday. She spent nine years in the country before being repatriated with her children in 2022.
thehindu.comfinance39 days ago
Syria Shuts Down Damascus International Airport for Unexplained Reasons Until 23:00 Local Time
Syria's Civil Aviation Authority ordered a temporary halt to all flights at the capital's main airport. The suspension is scheduled to end at 23:00 local time.
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Abc Newsworld42 days ago
Australian Court Hears Bail Request for Woman Accused of Enslaving Teen in Syria
A Melbourne court continued bail proceedings for a woman facing slavery charges tied to events in Syria. The defense offered electronic monitoring and counseling conditions if release is granted.
Al Jazeeraworld46 days ago
Former Syrian General Denies Torture Charges at Start of Vienna Trial
Brigadier General Khaled al-Halabi, 63, and Lieutenant Colonel Musab Abu Rukba, 54, face charges including aggravated torture and sexual coercion for alleged acts in Raqqa between 2011 and 2013. The trial opened on 1 June 2026 and is scheduled to last until June 30.
abcnews.go.compolitics46 days ago
Trump Administration Asked Russia to Press Assad for Release of Missing Journalist Austin Tice
Robert O'Brien asked Nikolai Patrushev to press Bashar al-Assad for the journalist's release. Multiple backchannel efforts across years did not succeed.
Al Jazeerafinance46 days ago
Assad Regime Falls, Ending Syrian Civil War; Greece Reviews 1,200 Related Asylum Grants
Greek authorities began reviewing protection status for Syrians and Afghans in February after the end of Syria's civil war and the 2021 Taliban takeover. The reviews target men and coincide with new returns legislation.
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theyeshivaworld.compolitics46 days ago
Austria to Hold First Trial of Syrian Officials on Torture Charges
Austria will prosecute two former Syrian regime officers accused of torture. The case marks the country's first war crimes trial involving Assad-era officials and will allow Syrian witnesses to testify.
news.sky.compolitics47 days ago
U.S. and Syria Discuss Lifting Sanctions in Trump-Sharaa Phone Call
The two leaders discussed supporting Syria's economy and recent regional developments. Ahmed al-Sharaa stated that lifting remaining U.S. sanctions is essential for economic revival.
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abcnews.go.comworld47 days ago
Euphrates River Floods Prompt Civil Defense Response in Eastern Syria
Syria’s Civil Defense assisted families after the Euphrates river overflowed in the east. Rescue teams worked to reach affected households following the breach.
sana.sypolitics47 days ago
U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Steps Down as Ties with Damascus Advance
Tom Barrack is leaving the Syria envoy post while the administration moves toward full diplomatic relations with Damascus. The change follows his work on post-Assad outreach.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld48 days ago
Syrian Authorities Detain 18 Suspects in Assad Chemical Weapons Program
Syrian authorities have detained 18 individuals suspected of involvement in the former Assad regime's chemical weapons program. A new discovery of munitions and materials may assist investigators in tracing command structures.
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news.google.comfinance48 days ago
Syrian Railways Runs Fuel Trains on Damaged Network to Aleppo Plant
A freight train carrying 5,000 tonnes of fuel oil left Baniyas Refinery for the Aleppo Thermal Power Plant on a February morning. The route now requires a long detour because sections of the direct coastal line were destroyed during the civil war.
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