Lebanese PM visits Syria’s president to reset years of strained relations Nawaf Salam meets Ahmed al-Sharaa to discuss border security, refugees, and past political killings under al-Assad. Al Jazeera · Apr 14, 2025
Syria’s al-Sharaa extends deadline for investigation into coastal killings President Ahmed al-Sharaa gives fact-finding committee a three-month extension to file report into Alawite killings. Al Jazeera · Apr 11, 2025
Why is Israel attacking Syria? Regional tensions are rising due to Israel’s attacks on Syria and its expanding occupation of Syrian land. Al Jazeera · Apr 8, 2025
Syria President Says New Authorities Can't Satisfy Everyone Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa said Monday a new transitional government would aim for consensus in rebuilding the war-torn country but acknowledged it would be unable to satisfy everyone. International Business Times · Mar 31, 2025
What We Know About Syria's New Government Syria's new government, dominated by interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa's inner circle, faces the daunting challenge of gaining the trust of Syrians, as well as that of Western countries to secure sanctions relief. International Business Times · Mar 30, 2025
Syrian president al-Sharaa unveils transitional government The cabinet comprises 23 ministers from diverse backgrounds amid global calls for greater inclusivity. Al Jazeera · Mar 30, 2025
‘Don’t trust anyone’: Have Syria’s Alawites lost faith in new government? Syria’s Alawites fear they may never be safe after hundreds were killed in sectarian-motivated violence. Al Jazeera · Mar 20, 2025
EU steps up financial support for Syrians but says hope is 'hanging by a thread' The bloc is pledging almost €2.5 billion in further support but says investments hinge on a 'credible' and 'inclusive' transition. Euronews · Mar 17, 2025
Brussels hosts Syrian foreign minister for talks on country’s political and economic transition The EU is hoping to rally further support for Syria’s fragile transition, days after sectarian violence erupted in the country’s coastal regions. Euronews · Mar 17, 2025
Syria’s al-Sharaa signs temporary constitution President hails ‘new history’ as he signs document while Israel launches air attack on Damascus. Al Jazeera · Mar 13, 2025
Turkey Insists Foreign Fighters Be Expelled From Syria: Source Turkey's top diplomat travelled to Damascus on Thursday as Ankara said foreign fighters must be expelled from Syria, after an agreement spearheaded by the war-torn country's new authorities to disband armed groups. International Business Times · Mar 13, 2025
Syria Leader Signs Constitutional Declaration, Hailing 'New History' Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa on Thursday hailed the start of a "new history" for his country, signing into force a constitutional declaration regulating its five-year transitional period and laying out rights for women and freedom of expression. International Business Times · Mar 13, 2025
Israel to occupy Syrian southern territory for ‘unlimited time’, says minister Israel Katz reaffirms IDF will continue holding Mount Hermon area beyond contested northern Israeli borders The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2025
US’s Rubio hails Syria deal with Kurds, calls for non-sectarian governance Top US diplomat endorses agreement to integrate Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions. Al Jazeera · Mar 12, 2025
The Conversation · Mar 11, 2025 Syria integration deal with Kurds brings relief after days of bitter violence wracks war-torn country The new Syrian government has signed a deal with to integrate the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) militia into the regime, in what is a big step towards uniting the fractured country.
The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2025 A Syrian man barely escaped a wave of sectarian killings. His brothers did not This past weekend’s sectarian violence was possibly among the bloodiest 72 hours in the modern history of Syria after 14 years of civil war — and it threatens to open an endless cycle of vengeance
The Conversation · Mar 11, 2025 After mass killings in Syria, can a fragmented country stay united? Shortly after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria, the new government led by rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa pledged to unite Syrians and establish a “civil peace” in the country.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 10, 2025 Syrian government reaches deal with Kurdish-led SDF to integrate north-east region Agreement recognises Kurdish rights as president Ahmed al-Sharaa seeks to achieve nationwide ceasefire
Al Jazeera · Mar 10, 2025 Syria’s al-Sharaa vows to punish forces responsible for mass killings Hundreds have been reported dead in recent days, including civilians, security forces and armed fighters.
Al Jazeera · Mar 10, 2025 Syria clashes – what happened? Hundreds of people have been killed and residents of Syria’s coastal governorates are scared to leave home.
International Business Times · Mar 10, 2025 Syria Announces End To 'Military Operation' After Mass Killings Syria's new authorities announced on Monday the end of an operation against loyalists of deposed president Bashar al-Assad, after nearly 1,000 civilians were killed in the worst violence since his overthrow.
Al Jazeera · Mar 10, 2025 Syria announces end of military operation against al-Assad loyalists Defence Ministry spokesman says security threats have been neutralised in al-Assad strongholds of Latakia and Tartous.
The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2025 Syria’s new Islamist leader vows action after his soldiers massacre civilians Ahmed al-Sharaa’s forces kill hundreds of civilians from minority Alawite community following ambush by insurgents loyal to ousted president Bashar al-Assad
Al Jazeera · Mar 9, 2025 Syria’s al-Sharaa launches probe into deadly clashes, vows accountability Ahmed al-Sharaa says Syria will not be dragged into civil war as he vows to hold accountable those involved in violence.
Al Jazeera · Mar 9, 2025 Syria’s President al-Sharaa calls for ‘peace, calm’ amid brutal clashes Violence in Latakia, Tartous leaves hundreds dead as Syria faces deepening divides amid escalating conflict.