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The Latest Breaking News from Syria

ICC chief prosecutor meets Syria’s de facto leader

ICC’s Karim Khan makes unannounced visit to Damascus for talks on ‘accountability for alleged crimes’.

Al Jazeera

More than 1,000 Syrians have withdrawn asylum applications in Cyprus, another 500 have returned home

A Cypriot official says more than 1,000 Syrian nationals have withdrawn their applications for asylum or international protection because they intend to return to their homeland

The Independent UK

International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor meets with Syrian leader in Damascus

The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor Karim Khan has made an unannounced visit to Damascus, meeting with the leader of Syria’s de facto government

The Independent UK

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Syrian Christians want their identity and freedoms protected in any new constitution, envoy says

As Syria begins recovering from 50 years of autocratic rule by the Assad family, an international envoy says Christians and other religious groups expect their rights and freedoms to be preserved under a new constitutional settlement

The Independent UK

Kurdish Leaders Meet For Unity Amid Regional Challenges

KDP and SDF leaders meet in Irbil to strengthen Kurdish unity in Syria amidst political upheaval and external pressures.

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AP PHOTOS: Scrawled on walls of Assad's prisons, graffiti express fears, loves of tormented Syrians

Languishing in a dungeon cell of Syria’s then-ruler Bashar Assad, surrounded by death and torture, an unknown prisoner scrawled a verse of Arabic poetry on his cell wall -– an expression of pain and love.

The Independent UK

Islamist groups in Middle East will emerge from Gaza war weakened

Hamas, Hezbollah and other militia are enfeebled – but Palestine is likely to stay at forefront of global politics

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Qatar’s PM calls on Israeli forces to withdraw from Syria buffer zone

Sheikh Mohammed also promises to support the new administration and the rehabilitation of Syria’s infrastructure.

Al Jazeera

Syrians in Germany ask to be allowed to visit home and keep protected status

Refugee organisations say many want to ‘go and have a look’ after fall of Assad regime but fear losing asylum rights

The Guardian - UK

Spanish FM Raises Flag At Damascus Embassy After 12-year Closure

Spain's foreign minister raised his country's flag at their Damascus embassy on Thursday more than a decade after Madrid suspended diplomatic activity and as Western countries resume ties following President Bashar al-Assad's ouster.

International Business Times

Middle East latest: Netanyahu says Cabinet won't meet over ceasefire until Hamas drops new demands

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said Thursday his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages until Hamas backs down from what it called a “last minute crisis.”

The Independent UK

A ceasefire deal is here. For Gaza, the Middle East and the world, the future remains unknown

The sacrifice has been so great, the misery so complete, that few can claim with certainty that this was all worthwhile

The Guardian - US

Turkish Airlines to resume flights to Damascus after 13 years of war

Bilal Eksi, CEO of the national carrier, confirmed the news on X

The Independent UK

UN human rights chief calls for lifting Western sanctions on Syria as country rebuilds after Assad

The United Nations human rights chief has called for the lifting of Western sanctions imposed on Syria over its yearslong civil war, now that former leader Bashar Assad has been ousted and sent into exile

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International Business Times

UN Rights Chief Says Transitional Justice 'Crucial' In Syria

United Nations rights chief Volker Turk on Wednesday said transitional justice was "crucial" for Syria after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, during the first-ever visit by someone in his post to the country.

The Independent UK

US must not become complacent to a growing terrorism threat, a Counterterrorism Center official says

The outgoing acting director of the National Counterterrorism Center says the U.S. is facing an elevated threat of terrorism

The Conversation

Turkey is filling the power vacuum left by Assad, but peaceful coexistence is vital for the Middle East’s future

Much like Iraq in early 2003, the predominant images coming out of Syria in late 2024 were of jubilant crowds toppling statues of ousted dictators . In almost all the videos, the stone or metal of the sculpture raises a cloud of dust as it falls, blurring the view of…

International Business Times

Syrian Activists Work To Avoid Return To Dictatorship

In a Damascus courtyard, Syrian activists brainstormed strategies to ensure their country does not return to authoritarianism, in a scene unimaginable under president Bashar al-Assad's rule.

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The National (Scotland)

Humza Yousaf talks indy, Gaza and Donald Trump buying Scotland in exclusive interview

Former first minister Humza Yousaf speaks out about Elon Musk, Scottish independence, Gaza, and whether Donald Trump would buy Scotland

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Germany Calls For Smart Approach To Syrian Sanctions Relief

Germany, Turkey, and the US take steps to support post-Assad Syria. International aid and inclusive governance are key for Syria's recovery.

Al Jazeera

EU agrees to tackle Syria sanctions as Western, Arab leaders meet in Riyadh

Top Western and Middle East diplomats and ministers met to discuss sanctions relief for Syria after al-Assad’s removal.

The Independent UK

Germany says sanctions against Syrian war crimes suspects must stay but people need relief

Germany’s foreign minister says sanctions against Syrian officials responsible for war crimes must remain in place but called for a “smart approach” to provide relief to the Syrian population after last month’s overthrow of President Bashar Assad

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