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Independent analysis, commentary, and reporting on #Syria and beyond. Founded in 2012 by Syrian writers and academics.
The Syrian Petroleum Company signed an MoU with #ConocoPhillips and #Novaterra to develop and explore gas fields. Output could rise by 4–5m m³/day within a year. The deal would mark ConocoPhillips’ first return since 2005, when it left after the U.S. passed the Syria Accountability Act. #Syria
November 19, 2025 at 10:41 AM
The Syrian Petroleum Company signed an MoU with #ConocoPhillips and #Novaterra to develop and explore gas fields. Output could rise by 4–5m m³/day within a year. The deal would mark ConocoPhillips’ first return since 2005, when it left after the U.S. passed the Syria Accountability Act. #Syria
Germany’s Koblenz court opened the trial of five stateless Syrian-Palestinian defendants accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes during the 2012–14 siege of Yarmouk Camp. Charges include murder, attempted murder and using starvation as a weapon. #Syria #Germany #Yarmouk
November 19, 2025 at 10:41 AM
#Aleppo’s court held the first hearing for defendants in last March’s coastal massacres. Fourteen were charged, including ex-regime network members and MoD personnel accused of abuses. The next session is on 25 Dec. Over 500 suspects have been referred to the judiciary. #Syria #Justice
November 19, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Turkish FM Hakan Fidan said #Turkey’s priorities in #Syria are maintaining stability, safeguarding unity, and backing economic recovery. He warned #Israeli activity in the south is raising tensions, and said Turkey, the #US and Syria remain in coordination on the 10 March deal.
November 19, 2025 at 10:41 AM
The #IMF says #Syria’s economy is showing signs of recovery. Mission chief Ron van Rooden cited rising consumer and investor confidence, reintegration after lifted sanctions, and refugee returns. He said the IMF will support tax reform, debt strategy, and SOE restructuring. #Economy #MiddleEast
November 18, 2025 at 11:35 AM
The #IMF says #Syria’s economy is showing signs of recovery. Mission chief Ron van Rooden cited rising consumer and investor confidence, reintegration after lifted sanctions, and refugee returns. He said the IMF will support tax reform, debt strategy, and SOE restructuring. #Economy #MiddleEast
FM Asaad al-Shaybani held talks in #Beijing with FM Wang Yi and top security officials. #China said #Syria pledged not to let any actor use its territory against Chinese interests. Al-Shaybani reaffirmed the One-China policy. @AFP reported a Uyghur handover deal, denied by Syria. #MiddleEast
November 18, 2025 at 11:35 AM
FM Asaad al-Shaybani held talks in #Beijing with FM Wang Yi and top security officials. #China said #Syria pledged not to let any actor use its territory against Chinese interests. Al-Shaybani reaffirmed the One-China policy. @AFP reported a Uyghur handover deal, denied by Syria. #MiddleEast
State-run #SANA says a Russian military delegation toured sites in southern #Syria with Syrian officials. A military source told +963 that Russian forces will redeploy to Daraa and Quneitra soon. The move signals possible de-escalation amid stalled talks. #Russia #MiddleEast
November 18, 2025 at 11:35 AM
State-run #SANA says a Russian military delegation toured sites in southern #Syria with Syrian officials. A military source told +963 that Russian forces will redeploy to Daraa and Quneitra soon. The move signals possible de-escalation amid stalled talks. #Russia #MiddleEast
#Israel says talks with #Syria have stalled after rejecting Damascus’ demand for a pullout from areas seized after 8 Dec. Tel Aviv says withdrawal is possible only under a full peace deal. Al-Sharaa told @washingtonpost progress was made, but Israel’s stance signals a shift in U.S. ties. #MiddleEast
November 18, 2025 at 11:35 AM
#Israel says talks with #Syria have stalled after rejecting Damascus’ demand for a pullout from areas seized after 8 Dec. Tel Aviv says withdrawal is possible only under a full peace deal. Al-Sharaa told @washingtonpost progress was made, but Israel’s stance signals a shift in U.S. ties. #MiddleEast
The #UN’s #OCHA says the 2025 Humanitarian Response Plan for #Syria has received only a quarter of required funding. A report Friday said beneficiary numbers have dropped in some areas by nearly 70%. #UNUpdates #Aid
November 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM
The #UN’s #OCHA says the 2025 Humanitarian Response Plan for #Syria has received only a quarter of required funding. A report Friday said beneficiary numbers have dropped in some areas by nearly 70%. #UNUpdates #Aid
The ninth #EU-organized Dialogue Day convened Sunday at the Conference Palace in Damascus. Held on the sidelines of the “Standing with Syria” #BrusselsConference, it was hosted inside the country for the first time. Speakers discussed priorities for transition in #Syria
November 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM
The ninth #EU-organized Dialogue Day convened Sunday at the Conference Palace in Damascus. Held on the sidelines of the “Standing with Syria” #BrusselsConference, it was hosted inside the country for the first time. Speakers discussed priorities for transition in #Syria
The Syrian Defense Ministry said via @Sana__gov that Friday’s explosion in #Mezzeh86 was caused by a Katyusha rocket fired from a mobile launcher. It said the launch site had been identified and that investigations are underway to determine who carried out the attack. #Syria
November 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM
The Justice Ministry’s #Suwayda Inquiry Committee held its first press conference on Sunday. Judge Hatem al-Naasan said it has sought the arrest of Defense and Interior personnel over violations and requested a 2-month extension. Final figures expected at year’s end. #Syria
November 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Netanyahu told Australia’s Erin Molan Show that future ties with al-Sharaa hinge on security conditions, saying Syria’s leader must prove change “on the ground.” He pushed for a DMZ near the #Golan, echoing the 1974 deal (a shift from earlier wider demands.)
#Israel #Syria
#Israel #Syria
November 14, 2025 at 10:36 AM
FM Asaad al-Shaybani raised the Syrian flag over the reopened embassy in #London during his official visit. At #ChathamHouse he reaffirmed plans for elections, a civil state, and calm with #Israel, saying any deal must fit Syria’s rebuilding.
#Syria
#Syria
November 14, 2025 at 10:36 AM
FM Asaad al-Shaybani raised the Syrian flag over the reopened embassy in #London during his official visit. At #ChathamHouse he reaffirmed plans for elections, a civil state, and calm with #Israel, saying any deal must fit Syria’s rebuilding.
#Syria
#Syria
Heavy clashes erupted in #Suwayda as National Guard and Interior Ministry forces traded fire near al-Majdal and Ira, using mortars, heavy guns, and drones. Both sides blamed each other for breaking a fragile ceasefire. Civilians were injured.
#Syria #Suwayda24
#Syria #Suwayda24
November 14, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Heavy clashes erupted in #Suwayda as National Guard and Interior Ministry forces traded fire near al-Majdal and Ira, using mortars, heavy guns, and drones. Both sides blamed each other for breaking a fragile ceasefire. Civilians were injured.
#Syria #Suwayda24
#Syria #Suwayda24
@DP_World has begun operations at the Tartus seaport under its 30-year, $800M concession deal. Separately, UAE-based @DanaGas signed a preliminary agreement with the Syrian Oil Co. to assess rehabilitating central #Syria gas fields, including Abu Rabah.
#Tartus #Oil #Gas
#Tartus #Oil #Gas
November 13, 2025 at 10:43 AM
#SPC chief Youssef Qablawi says the #Homs refinery will be fully shut and replaced by a new complex 50 km away to meet fuel needs and enable exports. He says talks are advancing with “Tier One” firms, including a visit from @Chevron and interest from @ConocoPhillips.
#Syria #Oil
#Syria #Oil
November 13, 2025 at 10:43 AM
@CENTCOM said in a statement it supported 22 anti-#ISIS ops in #Syria. Cmdr. Brad Cooper called it a “significant achievement.” Syria also joined the Global Coalition this week. @nytimes reports al-Sharaa has cooperated with the coalition since 2016.
November 13, 2025 at 10:43 AM
@CENTCOM said in a statement it supported 22 anti-#ISIS ops in #Syria. Cmdr. Brad Cooper called it a “significant achievement.” Syria also joined the Global Coalition this week. @nytimes reports al-Sharaa has cooperated with the coalition since 2016.
@UNDOF raised its flag over an abandoned army site near Kudna in #Quneitra, just meters from an Israeli base in Tal Ahmar. Syria’s Defense Ministry said a 40th Division delegation met the UNDOF commander to discuss improving cooperation and field coordination.
#Syria #Israel
#Syria #Israel
November 13, 2025 at 10:43 AM
