New Syrian president calls for maintaining unity and peace in country
Ahmed al-Sharaa stressed the need to maintain peace and unity. Earlier, there were reports of new clashes between security forces and supporters of Bashar al-Assad.
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Kremlin comments on security of Russian troops in Syria
The security of Russian troops in Syria is adequate, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, commenting on the latest escalation in Syria. "The security of our troops [in Syria] is quite adequate. And I’d refrain …
EU suspends number of sanctions against Syria
The European Union countries on Monday suspended a range of sanctions against Syria with immediate effect, including restrictions related to energy, banking, …
Media: Lavrov and Fidan to discuss Ukraine and Syria in Ankara
The Russian and Turkish Foreign Ministers will discuss Syria and the settlement of the conflict in Ukraine, according to media reports. The talks will take place tomorrow, February 24.
Azerbaijani Embassy opens in Damascus
After a 13-year hiatus, Azerbaijan's diplomatic mission has resumed its work in the capital of Syria. This marks a significant new stage in the relations between the two countries.
U.S. defines Iran as single source of instability in Middle East
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pinned Iran to every terrorist group during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying the country is “the single greatest source of instability” in the Middle East. …
Turkish markets to be replenished with goods from Syria
Türkiye has lifted restrictions on the import of Syrian goods. The decision will also affect food products.
Russian Permanent Representative to UN: Moscow is ready to provide humanitarian aid to Damascus
According to the Russian Permanent Representative to the UN Gennady Gatilov, Russia is ready to participate in the restoration of Syria. Moscow has already made a significant contribution to the restoration of the country's infrastructure, the diplomat said.
Damascus lay out conditions to retain Russian military bases in Syria
Syria will retain Russian military bases in Tartus and Khmeimim if it is profitable for the republic, Syria’s interim Defense Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra said. "If we get benefits for Syria out of this, yes," …
Syria's interim president visits Türkiye today
Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa will pay an official visit to the Turkish capital Ankara on February 4. Upon the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the meeting will be held at the Presidential Complex, …
Syria’s priority is to restore energy - Turkish foreign ministry
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan named restoring the power generation sector and air service among the priorities of Syria’s new government, speaking at a joint news conference with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed …
Lavrov and Fidan discuss situation in Syria
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan have agreed to continue discussions on Syria and other pressing international …
Ahmed al-Sharaa to serve as Syrian president
The leader of Syria’s new authorities, Ahmed al-Sharaa, will assume the duties of the country’s president during the transitional period, the …
Russian delegation arrives in Syria
A Russian delegation arrived in Damascus today, marking the first visit by Russian officials to Syria since the ouster of the Bashar Assad regime last December. A Russian delegation is led by the special presidential envoy for the …
EU to begin easing sanctions against Syria
The EU will gradually begin easing sanctions against Syria. The decision was made during a meeting in Brussels.
EU asks Syria to get rid of Russian bases
The European Union asked Syria to get rid of any foreign military presence on its territory, including Russian military bases, in order for the EU to …
Türkiye and Syria to hold talks to revive free trade pact
Ankara and Damascus' new government have agreed to begin negotiations to revive a free trade agreement which was suspended due to the 13-year civil war in Syria, Türkiye's Trade Ministry said. A delegation of …
Sergey Lavrov holds talks with Turkish Foreign Minister
The Foreign Ministers of Russia and Türkiye discussed the situation in Syria.
Turkish Airlines resumes Istanbul-Damascus flights
Flag carrier Turkish Airlines on Thursday landed its first Istanbul-Damascus flight since 2012, ending a 13-year hiatus. Many Syrians …
Syria terminates Russia's Tartus port management contract
Syria’s new authorities have terminated an investment contract about the management of Syria’s Tartus seaport, concluded with a Russian company …
