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Independent analysis, commentary, and reporting on #Syria and beyond. Founded in 2012 by Syrian writers and academics.
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
@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
The UNHCR warned that shrinking state contributions are leaving millions of refugees facing a harsh winter. Aid in #Syria will be “much lower this year,” risking 750,000 people without basic supplies. The agency launched a global appeal to fill the gap.
#UNHCR #Refugees #Aid
#UNHCR #Refugees #Aid
November 12, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Syrian authorities opened an investigation into the theft of 6 marble statues from the National Museum in #Damascus. The Hellenistic and Byzantine period artifacts were stolen Sunday night. Security forces say the investigation began immediately.
#Syria #Heritage #Antiquities
#Syria #Heritage #Antiquities
November 12, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Syrian authorities opened an investigation into the theft of 6 marble statues from the National Museum in #Damascus. The Hellenistic and Byzantine period artifacts were stolen Sunday night. Security forces say the investigation began immediately.
#Syria #Heritage #Antiquities
#Syria #Heritage #Antiquities
Energy Minister Mohammed al-Bashir announced a 20% cut in gasoline and diesel prices and 10% in gas as part of a wider reform plan. He said the move will ease financial pressure and promote efficiency after backlash over a 60-fold electricity price hike.
#Syria #Energy #Economy
#Syria #Energy #Economy
November 12, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Rights groups said Syrian forces arrested Emirati dissident Jassem al-Shamsi in #Damascus “without a judicial warrant” and took him to an “unknown location.” He hasn’t been heard from since. Activists say he’d recently moved from #Turkey to #Syria with his family.
#HumanRights
#HumanRights
November 11, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Rights groups said Syrian forces arrested Emirati dissident Jassem al-Shamsi in #Damascus “without a judicial warrant” and took him to an “unknown location.” He hasn’t been heard from since. Activists say he’d recently moved from #Turkey to #Syria with his family.
#HumanRights
#HumanRights
#Reuters reported that Syrian forces foiled two #ISIS assassination attempts on al-Sharaa, one linked to a public event. The report came after 61 raids, 71 arrests & weapons seizures in a major anti-ISIS campaign coinciding with al-Sharaa’s visit to Washington.
#Syria #Security
#Syria #Security
November 11, 2025 at 11:11 AM
52 detainees from #Suwayda at #Adra Prison have been on hunger strike since Wednesday, protesting 4 months of detention without charge. Sources say they’re held in isolation, with limited contact and outdoor access. Former inmates call it a pressure tactic for gradual releases.
November 11, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Syrian FM Asaad al-Shaybani met #US Secretary of State Marco Rubio after al-Sharaa’s talks with Trump. He later announced the lifting of legal curbs on Syria’s mission in Washington. The U.S. extended the #CaesarAct freeze for 180 days amid renewed diplomatic outreach.
#Syria
#Syria
November 11, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Syrian FM Asaad al-Shaybani met #US Secretary of State Marco Rubio after al-Sharaa’s talks with Trump. He later announced the lifting of legal curbs on Syria’s mission in Washington. The U.S. extended the #CaesarAct freeze for 180 days amid renewed diplomatic outreach.
#Syria
#Syria
Information Minister Hamza al-Mustafa said the transitional government has issued over 450 new media licenses out of about 700 applications submitted to the ministry.
#Syria #Media #Journalism
#Syria #Media #Journalism
November 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Information Minister Hamza al-Mustafa said the transitional government has issued over 450 new media licenses out of about 700 applications submitted to the ministry.
#Syria #Media #Journalism
#Syria #Media #Journalism
The @WHO sent five trucks with over eight tons of medical supplies to #Qamishli to support health facilities in NE #Syria with cholera-control materials and emergency kits. The move follows UN warnings of a “funding gap,” with only 20% of 2025 health needs covered.
#UN #Health
#UN #Health
November 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM
The Free Syrian Teachers’ Union announced a temporary work suspension “until legitimate demands are met” after protests in northern and eastern rural #Aleppo. Teachers demand permanent contracts, reinstatement of dismissed staff, higher wages, and fair transfer rules.
#Syria
#Syria
November 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM
The UN Human Rights Commission said “troubling” reports of abductions and enforced disappearances in #Syria persist, with 97 cases documented this year. Spokesperson Thameen al-Kheetan urged all parties to reveal the fate of the disappeared.
#UN #HumanRights
#UN #HumanRights
November 10, 2025 at 11:50 AM
The UN Human Rights Commission said “troubling” reports of abductions and enforced disappearances in #Syria persist, with 97 cases documented this year. Spokesperson Thameen al-Kheetan urged all parties to reveal the fate of the disappeared.
#UN #HumanRights
#UN #HumanRights
