The Latest Breaking News from Bashar alAssad

EU, others pledge more than $6bn to Syria in post-al-Assad donor drive

Western powers and regional neighbours attend conference in Brussels aimed at helping country rebuild after civil war.

Al Jazeera · Mar 17, 2025

At least seven killed in spiralling clashes on Syria-Lebanon border

Lebanese and Syrian armies say they have been communicating to ease the escalating border violence.

Al Jazeera · 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

Qatar begins supplying natural gas to Syria through Jordan

Qatar will provide 400 megawatts of electricity daily to Syria, where authorities have struggled with power generation.

Al Jazeera · Mar 13, 2025

Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions, appoints ambassador

Ottawa to begin easing unwinding sanctions, as it names its ambassador to Lebanon to serve in a parallel role in Syria.

Al Jazeera · 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

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 Conversation · Mar 11, 2025

Israeli warplanes attack military sites in Syria’s southern Deraa province

Syrian and Israeli media report air attacks on southern province targeting military sites of former al-Assad regime.

Al Jazeera · Mar 11, 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