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Hundreds of Thousands of TPS Workers Face Job Losses as DHS Issues Employer Guidance

More than 330,000 Haitians and about 6,100 Syrians are affected immediately, along with roughly 20,000 TPS holders from other five countries

Latin Times

Watch: Ferry sinks after hitting bridge in Syria, at least two children killed

At least two children lost their lives after a ferry carrying more than 35 people collided with a bridge and sank while crossing the Euphrates River in eastern Syria on Sunday.

The Times of India

US employers told to fire foreign workers who are on the way to lose Temporary Protected Status

The Department of Homeland Security told US employers to fire all those foreign workers who are now losing their 'Temporary Protected Status'. The direction came as the Supreme Court recently upheld the Donald Trump administration's authority to end the TPS for Haiti and Syria. Some companies have fired such employees,…

The Times of India

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How top Syrian diplomat Asaad al-Shaibani’s road to Damascus is shaking the Mideast

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani’s diplomatic motorcade hit the road shortly after his appointment. From Riyadh to Beirut, Washington to Moscow, Shaibani has been at the forefront of President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s bid to open a new chapter in Mideast history. But the rebel official-turned-diplomat may find Damascus does not hold…

France 24

Serve and protect: How Europe can stabilise the Middle East by saving its culture and infrastructure

Europe can save ancient civilisations and stablise the Middle East. It's an ambitious but achievable target according to Nabil Al Lao, founder of Damascus Opera theatre and a refugee in Italy for more than a decade and Maria Francesca Corrao, a professor of Arabic at LUISS University.

Euronews

Syria arrests IS group-linked suspects over Damascus bombings during Macron visit

Syrian authorities said on Thursday they had arrested several suspects accused of carrying out a series of bombings in Damascus including attacks during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit this week. The interior ministry said security forces dismantled the entire cell, while an official blamed the Islamic State group, which has…

France 24

Syria says it arrested suspects behind the Damascus bombings during Macron's visit

Syrian authorities say they've arrested several suspects accused of a string of explosions in Damascus, including the bombings during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit this week

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OPCW reinstates Syria’s voting rights, citing 'significant change in circumstances'

In 2013, Syria agreed to join the OPCW and disclose and hand over its toxic stockpile under Russian and US pressure and to avert the threat of air strikes by Washington and its allies.

Euronews

Syria welcomes US announcement of removal from blacklist

Syria's removal from a US terrorism blacklist opens economic recovery doors. This significant move ends a nearly five-decade designation that curbed foreign investment. The decision paves the way for increased investment and global economic reintegration. Syrian officials expressed optimism about improved bilateral relations and economic prospects. The delisting removes a…

The Economic Times

Chemical weapons watchdog reinstates Syria’s voting rights

The global chemical weapons watchdog has reinstated Syria's voting rights, rewarding Damascus for engaging constructively and agreeing to destroy hidden stockpiles

The Independent UK

‘Here I can live a good life’: inside the Syrian commune where men are banned

The gates of Jinwar are guarded but inside is a peaceful refuge created by women escaping war and hardship. Photographer Matteo Trevisan documents life here and at other female-led communities in the country’s north-east

The Guardian - UK

Trump initiates removal of Syria from US list of state sponsors of terrorism

US President Donald Trump formally began the process of removing Syria from his country's list of state sponsors of terrorism on Wednesday, notifying Congress after telling Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa the move would help rebuild the war-ravaged country. The decision marks a major shift in Washington's policy towards Damascus and…

France 24

Trump Vows To Scrap Syria's Terror Label After NATO Talks With Al-Sharaa: 'He's Done A Great Job'

President Trump announces plans to remove Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation, following a meeting with Syrian President al-Sharaa at the NATO summit, aiming to boost Syria's economic recovery.

International Business Times UK

'I think I will': Trump hints at lifting Syria's terror label, calls interim president 'great job'

US President Trump suggested Syria could be removed from the terrorism sponsor list. He praised Syria's interim leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, for his leadership. This potential move follows the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's government last year. The US also previously revoked the terror designation for Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham. Trump expressed confidence…

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Why the Damascus blasts during Macron’s visit are a blow to al-Sharaa

The twin blasts that rocked Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Syria this week underscore the fragility of President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s authority and the security challenges he faces. They also undermine the message of stability that Damascus is striving to convey to the international community.

The Economic Times

Trump blasts NATO for rejecting his efforts to claim Greenland as leaders hold a summit in Turkey

In a recent address, President Trump lambasted NATO allies for their approaches to Greenland and Iran, while also expressing frustration over the defense spending pledges from European nations. NATO Secretary-General Rutte confirmed that many member states are enhancing their defense investments. Furthermore, Ukraine's President Zelenskyy advocated for the country's accession…

Radio France Internationale

Macron says Syria must not be destabilised after bombs wound 18

French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Tuesday that Syria must not be destabilised after twin bomb attacks near the Damascus hotel where he spent the night, during a landmark state visit to a country emerging from years of civil war.

Radio France Internationale

TotalEnergies to discuss Syria offshore exploration, still wary of insecurity

TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné said security concerns still rule out a return to onshore oil operations, but confirmed the French company is rebuilding its Iraq-Syria oil transit routes.

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Undeterred by blasts, Macron says France ready to help rebuild Syria's economy

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6,000-year-old broken ribs discovered in Syria may be one of the oldest known cases of child abuse in the world

Around 6,000 years ago in Mesopotamia, an infant suffered severe injuries in what might be the Middle East's earliest documented case of child abuse.

International Business Times UK

Is Emmanuel Macron Safe? Explosions Near Hotel During Syria Visit Trigger Security Clampdown

French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria was disrupted by explosions near his hotel in Damascus, though he was unharmed. The visit aimed to support Syria's rebuilding and political reforms

The Guardian - UK

Bombs explode near Damascus hotel housing Macron on Syria visit

Blasts did not interrupt French president’s visit but are setback for Syrian leaders’ attempt to project stability

International Business Times

Macron Made His Way To Syria For a Landmark Visit. Explosive Devices Detonated Near His Hotel.

Explosives devices detonated near the hotel in which French President Emmanuel Macron is staying during a visit to Syria.

The Times of India

'My visit continues': French President Macron after close shave in Syria amid explosions near hotel

French President Emmanuel Macron continued his Syria visit after explosions near his hotel. Two blasts struck central Damascus, wounding at least eighteen people earlier on Tuesday. Macron was unharmed and proceeded with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Further details indicated two explosive devices detonated near the Four…

The Guardian - US

How will the US supreme court’s ruling on TPS affect 1.3 million immigrants?

Ruling is huge blow for residents with temporary protected status, many of whom have resided here legally for decades

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