Bashar Assad
France returns 23 artifacts to Syria after 15 year-long loan amid Macron’s historic Damascus visit
The artifacts were originally loaned in 2010 and 2011 to the Arab World Institute (IMA ) in Paris from museums in Damascus, Aleppo, Latakia, and Palmyra.
Damascus calls Hezbollah ‘terrorist militia’, partners with Iraq to stop arms smuggling
Syria’s actions against Hezbollah weapons smuggling showcase its regional commitment - analysis
Syria’s parliament opens with quiet break from Assad era
‘US sanctions relief for Syria is conditional,’ Syrian American politician says
Washington’s easing of sanctions is tied to Syria’s political trajectory, leaving key figures from the Assad regime still under restrictions.
Iran readying for 'second round,' as Hezbollah braces for war, ex-IDF intel officer warns
Ex-Military Intelligence officer warns of looming confrontation as Syria pushes for 1974 deal with Israel.
Syria to revalue currency, dropping two zeros in bid for stability, sources say
The Syrian pound has lost more than 99% of its value since war erupted in 2011, with the exchange rate now at around 10,000 pounds to the US dollar, compared to 50 before the war.
Syria’s returning refugees face ruins, not relief - analysis
The Norwegian Refugee Council said on Thursday that the world is “failing the Syrians who have returned home.”
War crimes likely committed by both sides in Syria sectarian violence, UN commission says
Some 1,400 people, mainly civilians, were reported killed during the violence that primarily targeted Alawite communities, and reports of violations continue.
IDF apprehends add'l weapons dealer in south Syria
Soldiers of the 226th Brigade, working with Unit 504, apprehended a weapons dealer in Taranjah, Syria.
Suspended legitimacy: Has Shaara lost the trust of his backers? - analysis
Once the hope of the post-Assad era, Ahmed al-Sharaa’s leadership has faltered because of sectarian violence, political divisions, and loss of credibility.
Can Lebanon disarm Hezbollah? - explainer
Lebanon's cabinet decision gave the army until the end of August to submit a disarmament plan to the government.
Syria's transitional justice commission set to launch, vows accountability for Assad-era crimes
“The protection of human rights must be institutionalized, violations must be stopped, and the rule of law must be restored," commission head Abdul Latif said.
Syria pledges to form committee to investigate clashes in Sweida
The committee would investigate reported attacks and abuses against civilians and refer anyone proven to have participated in such attacks to the judiciary.
