The Latest Breaking News from Latakia

Syrian police investigator will face prosecution after detainee with hemophilia dies

An official probe in Syria's Latakia province has found that a police investigator slapped a young man with hemophilia during interrogation, despite warnings about his medical condition

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Syria holds first elections since overthrow of Assad’s regime by rebels

The elections mark a significant step in Syria’s post-conflict transition, but critics argue the elections fall short of full democracy

The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2025

Syria holds its first parliamentary election since ousting of Bashar al-Assad

Syria held its first elections since the ousting of strongman President Bashar al-Assad in December in what the people hope will propel the country towards economic stability, prosperity and peace.

Euronews · Oct 6, 2025

Ordnance from Syria's 13-year conflict explodes in port city, killing at least 16 people

The Syrian Civil Defense says Ordnance from Syria’s 13-year conflict exploded in the coastal city of Latakia, collapsing a building and killing more than a dozen people

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2025

At least 16 killed after unexploded bomb from civil war goes off in Syria

Blast in coastal Latakia city reportedly occurred when a scrap dealer unknowingly handled old bomb

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2025

Syria clashes – what happened?

Hundreds of people have been killed and residents of Syria’s coastal governorates are scared to leave home.

Al Jazeera · 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.

International Business Times · 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.

Al Jazeera · Mar 10, 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

Entire families reportedly killed in fighting in north-west Syria, UN says

Human rights commissioner calls for investigation into ‘extremely disturbing’ attacks in Latakia province

The Guardian - UK · Mar 9, 2025