Syria

Country Syria
Capital Damascus
Continent Asia
Currency Syrian pound(SYP)
Languages Arabic

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Introduction

Following World War I, France acquired a mandate over the northern portion of the former Ottoman Empire province of Syria. The French administered the area as Syria until granting it independence in 1946. The new country lacked political stability, however, and experienced a series of military coups during its first decades. Syria united with Egypt in February 1958 to form the United Arab Republic. In September 1961, the two entities separated, and the Syrian Arab Republic was reestablished. In November 1970, Hafiz al-ASAD, a member of the Socialist Ba'th Party and the minority Alawite sect, seized power in a bloodless coup and brought political stability to the country. In the 1967 Arab-Israeli War, Syria lost the Golan Heights to Israel. During the 1990s, Syria and Israel held occasional peace talks over its return. Following the death of President al-ASAD, his son, Bashar al-ASAD, was approved as president by popular referendum in July 2000. Syrian troops - stationed in Lebanon since 1976 in an ostensible peacekeeping role - were withdrawn in April 2005. During the July-August 2006 conflict between Israel and Hizballah, Syria placed its military forces on alert but did not intervene directly on behalf of its ally Hizballah. In May 2007 Bashar al-ASAD was elected to his second term as President.

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Mothers and staff tell of global charity's role in child disappearances under Assad regime - BBCMothers and staff tell of global charity's role in child disappearances under Assad regime  BBC

China’s Syria Quandary: Uyghur Fighters in the Army - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineChina’s Syria Quandary: Uyghur Fighters in the Army  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Israel and Syria have held peace talks. Why then did Israel attack Syria? - Al JazeeraIsrael and Syria have held peace talks. Why then did Israel attack Syria?  Al Jazeera

Syria condemns attacks by Israeli warplanes on cities of Homs and Latakia - Al JazeeraSyria condemns attacks by Israeli warplanes on cities of Homs and Latakia  Al Jazeera

Why Israel’s strikes inside Syria are fueling fears of unrest and partition - Arab NewsWhy Israel’s strikes inside Syria are fueling fears of unrest and partition  Arab News

Syria busts Hezbollah-linked cell: ministry - Arab NewsSyria busts Hezbollah-linked cell: ministry  Arab News

Syrian man gets life imprisonment for stabbings in German city of Solingen - The GuardianSyrian man gets life imprisonment for stabbings in German city of Solingen  The Guardian

Türkiye begins military training, support for Syrian army | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye begins military training, support for Syrian army | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Syrian Leader to Visit Moscow Next Month – Russian Deputy PM - The Moscow TimesSyrian Leader to Visit Moscow Next Month – Russian Deputy PM  The Moscow Times

Letter from Mideast: When Washington cuts aid after fueling crisis -- the struggle of Syrian refugees in Lebanon - XinhuaLetter from Mideast: When Washington cuts aid after fueling crisis -- the struggle of Syrian refugees in Lebanon  Xinhua

The Case for Decentralization in Syria - New Lines InstituteThe Case for Decentralization in Syria  New Lines Institute

Lebanese Justice: Formation of Two Specialized Committees from Lebanon and Syria to Follow Up on Joint Files - ????? ??? ????Lebanese Justice: Formation of Two Specialized Committees from Lebanon and Syria to Follow Up on Joint Files  ????? ??? ????

Syria claims Hezbollah cell plotting attacks arrested in Damascus: What we know - AL-MonitorSyria claims Hezbollah cell plotting attacks arrested in Damascus: What we know  AL-Monitor

Syria says it arrested ‘Hezbollah cell’ in Damascus countryside - Anadolu AjansiSyria says it arrested ‘Hezbollah cell’ in Damascus countryside  Anadolu Ajansi

Syria gets $7.9m payout from drought parametric policy - Reinsurance NewsSyria gets $7.9m payout from drought parametric policy  Reinsurance News

Syria busts Hezbollah-linked cell: interior ministry - The New ArabSyria busts Hezbollah-linked cell: interior ministry  The New Arab

Syria busts armed Hezbollah-linked cell planning ‘national security’ threats - The Times of IsraelSyria busts armed Hezbollah-linked cell planning ‘national security’ threats  The Times of Israel

Saudi Arabia's Oil Aid: A Lifeline for Post-War Syria - DevdiscourseSaudi Arabia's Oil Aid: A Lifeline for Post-War Syria  Devdiscourse

YPG targets civilians in Syria, endangering peace process | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahYPG targets civilians in Syria, endangering peace process | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Al Tanf Base – A Strategic and Critical Base for the Interests of the US and its Allies - Alma Research and Education CenterAl Tanf Base – A Strategic and Critical Base for the Interests of the US and its Allies  Alma Research and Education Center

The ‘Amshat’ and ‘Hamzat’: Turkey’s Militias Still Active in Syria - The Jamestown FoundationThe ‘Amshat’ and ‘Hamzat’: Turkey’s Militias Still Active in Syria  The Jamestown Foundation

UN Watch Hosts Event on Escalating Crisis of Minority Rights in Syria - UN WatchUN Watch Hosts Event on Escalating Crisis of Minority Rights in Syria  UN Watch

BBC Eye investigates Syria’s Stolen Children - BBCBBC Eye investigates Syria’s Stolen Children  BBC

Syria condemns Israeli strikes as ‘blatant violation of international law’ - Anadolu AjansiSyria condemns Israeli strikes as ‘blatant violation of international law’  Anadolu Ajansi

Syria accuses Israel of carrying out air strikes - BBCSyria accuses Israel of carrying out air strikes  BBC

EU asylum applications down 23% with huge drop in Syrian requests in 2025 - Al JazeeraEU asylum applications down 23% with huge drop in Syrian requests in 2025  Al Jazeera

Six Syrian soldiers killed in Israeli strikes near Damascus: State media - Al JazeeraSix Syrian soldiers killed in Israeli strikes near Damascus: State media  Al Jazeera

Saudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65 million barrels of crude oil - thenationalnews.comSaudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65 million barrels of crude oil  thenationalnews.com

Saudi Arabia to gift Syria 1.65mn barrels of crude oil - Quantum Commodity IntelligenceSaudi Arabia to gift Syria 1.65mn barrels of crude oil  Quantum Commodity Intelligence

Germany updates: CDU push for more voluntary Syria returns - DWGermany updates: CDU push for more voluntary Syria returns  DW

Russia sends high-level team to Syria to discuss aid, energy - ReutersRussia sends high-level team to Syria to discuss aid, energy  Reuters

Syria busts Hezbollah-linked cell in Damascus area, seizes arms - The Times of IsraelSyria busts Hezbollah-linked cell in Damascus area, seizes arms  The Times of Israel

Israel strikes in vicinity of three Syrian cities, Syrian media say - ReutersIsrael strikes in vicinity of three Syrian cities, Syrian media say  Reuters

Hezbollah arrested by Syria HTS forces near Israel - The Jerusalem PostHezbollah arrested by Syria HTS forces near Israel  The Jerusalem Post

Israeli Strike Hits Near Syrian City Of Homs - NDTVIsraeli Strike Hits Near Syrian City Of Homs  NDTV

Syria seizes rockets in raid on Hezbollah cell - thenationalnews.comSyria seizes rockets in raid on Hezbollah cell  thenationalnews.com

Saudi Arabia fuels Syria’s reconstruction with 1.65 million barrels crude oil grant - Economy Middle EastSaudi Arabia fuels Syria’s reconstruction with 1.65 million barrels crude oil grant  Economy Middle East

Russia Pursues Strategic Interests in Syria with Novak-led Visit - Modern DiplomacyRussia Pursues Strategic Interests in Syria with Novak-led Visit  Modern Diplomacy

Conflict in Syria | Global Conflict Tracker - Council on Foreign RelationsConflict in Syria | Global Conflict Tracker  Council on Foreign Relations

SNHR and the National Commission for Missing Persons Held a Meeting at the Network’s HQ in Damascus to Enhance Coordination and Cooperation Mechanisms - Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR)SNHR and the National Commission for Missing Persons Held a Meeting at the Network’s HQ in Damascus to Enhance Coordination and Cooperation Mechanisms  Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR)

Syrian NGO looks to digital identity infrastructure to rebuild post-Assad - Biometric UpdateSyrian NGO looks to digital identity infrastructure to rebuild post-Assad  Biometric Update

Syria's foreign affairs chief calls for 'more balanced' partnership with Russia - chinadailyasia.comSyria's foreign affairs chief calls for 'more balanced' partnership with Russia  chinadailyasia.com

Webinar on Accountability in Syria - DiakoniaWebinar on Accountability in Syria  Diakonia

Syrian president to attend UN General Assembly - Anadolu AjansiSyrian president to attend UN General Assembly  Anadolu Ajansi

Saudi Arabia grants Syria 1.65 mln barrels of crude oil - Latest news from AzerbaijanSaudi Arabia grants Syria 1.65 mln barrels of crude oil  Latest news from Azerbaijan

As Syria Tries to Move Away From Dictatorship, Signs of Authoritarianism Linger - The New York TimesAs Syria Tries to Move Away From Dictatorship, Signs of Authoritarianism Linger  The New York Times

Maps: Israel has attacked six countries in the past 72 hours - Al JazeeraMaps: Israel has attacked six countries in the past 72 hours  Al Jazeera

Israeli strikes kill six Syrian soldiers, Syria's government says - BBCIsraeli strikes kill six Syrian soldiers, Syria's government says  BBC

‘Right to know’: Advocates renew calls for justice for Syria’s disappeared - Al Jazeera‘Right to know’: Advocates renew calls for justice for Syria’s disappeared  Al Jazeera

How to Avoid Another Syrian Civil War: Start With Embracing Federalism - Foreign AffairsHow to Avoid Another Syrian Civil War: Start With Embracing Federalism  Foreign Affairs

Syria’s parliamentary elections: A turning point or another top-down exercise? - Chatham HouseSyria’s parliamentary elections: A turning point or another top-down exercise?  Chatham House

Syrian General to TML: Security Forces Dismantle Hezbollah Missile Cell Near Damascus, Seizing 19 Grad Rockets - The Media LineSyrian General to TML: Security Forces Dismantle Hezbollah Missile Cell Near Damascus, Seizing 19 Grad Rockets  The Media Line

political parties in NE, Syria reaffirm their joint commitment with DAA - ANHApolitical parties in NE, Syria reaffirm their joint commitment with DAA  ANHA

Transitional Justice and Civil Peace: Mistakes of the Civil Peace Committee in Syria and the Need to Correct the Course - Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR)Transitional Justice and Civil Peace: Mistakes of the Civil Peace Committee in Syria and the Need to Correct the Course  Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR)

PKK/YPG terrorist organisation targets civilians in Syria - TRT EspañolPKK/YPG terrorist organisation targets civilians in Syria  TRT Español

Indian officials reach out to post-Assad government in Syria - The HinduIndian officials reach out to post-Assad government in Syria  The Hindu

Syria Announces Arrest of “Hezbollah Cell” in Rural Damascus... - jordannews.joSyria Announces Arrest of “Hezbollah Cell” in Rural Damascus...  jordannews.jo

UNE Center for Global Humanities presents ‘Understanding Syria’ on Sept. 29 - University of New EnglandUNE Center for Global Humanities presents ‘Understanding Syria’ on Sept. 29  University of New England

Syria says Israel bombed 3 locations, fumes at ‘blatant infringement’ of sovereignty - The Times of IsraelSyria says Israel bombed 3 locations, fumes at ‘blatant infringement’ of sovereignty  The Times of Israel

Ankara’s New Syrian Headache - Foreign PolicyAnkara’s New Syrian Headache  Foreign Policy

Khalaf al-Habtoor Announces Investment Plans to Support Syria's Economic Recovery - GoodreturnsKhalaf al-Habtoor Announces Investment Plans to Support Syria's Economic Recovery  Goodreturns

Lebanese resistance denies Syria’s claims of 'Hezbollah cell' active near Damascus - thecradle.coLebanese resistance denies Syria’s claims of 'Hezbollah cell' active near Damascus  thecradle.co

Syria: Political transition on ‘a knife-edge’ amid military skirmishes - UN NewsSyria: Political transition on ‘a knife-edge’ amid military skirmishes  UN News

Syria leader to visit Moscow next month: Russian deputy PM - The New ArabSyria leader to visit Moscow next month: Russian deputy PM  The New Arab

Syria opens to global trade and the Gospel - Mission Network NewsSyria opens to global trade and the Gospel  Mission Network News

Interactions with the Israelis in Southern Syria: Interview with a Local in al-Qunaytra - Middle East ForumInteractions with the Israelis in Southern Syria: Interview with a Local in al-Qunaytra  Middle East Forum

Discussion on constitutional process, elections in Syria during dialogue session - ANHADiscussion on constitutional process, elections in Syria during dialogue session  ANHA

War crimes likely committed by both sides in Syria coastal violence: UN - Al JazeeraWar crimes likely committed by both sides in Syria coastal violence: UN  Al Jazeera

Türkiye denies claims Israel targeted its forces in Syria - TRT EspañolTürkiye denies claims Israel targeted its forces in Syria  TRT Español

Turkey begins training Syrian forces under new security deal - Middle East EyeTurkey begins training Syrian forces under new security deal  Middle East Eye

Syria’s power output meets less than a third of demand - Utilities Middle EastSyria’s power output meets less than a third of demand  Utilities Middle East

Displaced return home and reclaim lost roots as Syria tries to rebuild - Al JazeeraDisplaced return home and reclaim lost roots as Syria tries to rebuild  Al Jazeera

Russia sends second Syria delegation since Assad’s fall to safeguard military interests - AL-MonitorRussia sends second Syria delegation since Assad’s fall to safeguard military interests  AL-Monitor

Saudi Arabia To Provide 1.65M Barrels Of Crude Oil To Syria - Forbes Middle EastSaudi Arabia To Provide 1.65M Barrels Of Crude Oil To Syria  Forbes Middle East

QRCS, Sidra Medicine deliver QR45 mln Qatari medical aid to Syria [EN/AR] - ReliefWebQRCS, Sidra Medicine deliver QR45 mln Qatari medical aid to Syria [EN/AR]  ReliefWeb

High-Level Russian Delegation Visits Syria to Bolster Bilateral Ties - The Media LineHigh-Level Russian Delegation Visits Syria to Bolster Bilateral Ties  The Media Line

Israel Launches Airstrikes in Syria - Patrika NewsIsrael Launches Airstrikes in Syria  Patrika News

The Day I Heard My Mother’s Accent - SAPIENS – Anthropology MagazineThe Day I Heard My Mother’s Accent  SAPIENS – Anthropology Magazine

Evictions in Alawite slums of al-Somoriyeh reignite historic property disputes - Syria DirectEvictions in Alawite slums of al-Somoriyeh reignite historic property disputes  Syria Direct

SOS Children’s Villages UK responds to recent media coverage about Syria - SOS Children's Villages UKSOS Children’s Villages UK responds to recent media coverage about Syria  SOS Children's Villages UK

Canada Extends Sanctions Relief on Syria for Six Months... - jordannews.joCanada Extends Sanctions Relief on Syria for Six Months...  jordannews.jo

Is new Syrian faction Saraya al-Jawad local, proxy or propaganda? Experts weigh in - The Jerusalem PostIs new Syrian faction Saraya al-Jawad local, proxy or propaganda? Experts weigh in  The Jerusalem Post

Syria’s first post-Assad election: a pivotal moment for internal and regional stability - opencanada.orgSyria’s first post-Assad election: a pivotal moment for internal and regional stability  opencanada.org

Saudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65mln barrels of crude oil - ZAWYASaudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65mln barrels of crude oil  ZAWYA

The upcoming elections will not help stabilise Syria - Al JazeeraThe upcoming elections will not help stabilise Syria  Al Jazeera

War crimes likely committed in Syria coastal violence, UN says - BBCWar crimes likely committed in Syria coastal violence, UN says  BBC

Turkiye slams Israel, Kurdish-led SDF for destabilising a recovering Syria - Al JazeeraTurkiye slams Israel, Kurdish-led SDF for destabilising a recovering Syria  Al Jazeera

Syria says it arrested ‘Hezbollah cell’ in Damascus countryside - TRT EspañolSyria says it arrested ‘Hezbollah cell’ in Damascus countryside  TRT Español

Syria says Israel takes some territory around Mount Hermon despite talks - ReutersSyria says Israel takes some territory around Mount Hermon despite talks  Reuters

Syria condemns new Israeli ‘military incursion’ in Damascus countryside - Al JazeeraSyria condemns new Israeli ‘military incursion’ in Damascus countryside  Al Jazeera

Syria, parents search for thousands of missing children - Zamin.uzSyria, parents search for thousands of missing children  Zamin.uz

Iran’s Role in Deploying Middle Eastern Militias to the War in Ukraine - Middle East ForumIran’s Role in Deploying Middle Eastern Militias to the War in Ukraine  Middle East Forum

Dispatch from Syria’s Christian strongholds: A new government, a full political spectrum - Atlantic CouncilDispatch from Syria’s Christian strongholds: A new government, a full political spectrum  Atlantic Council

How a western charity helped the Syrian regime abduct children - The ObserverHow a western charity helped the Syrian regime abduct children  The Observer

Hezbollah denies link to members arrested near Damascus - Enab Baladi - Enab BaladiHezbollah denies link to members arrested near Damascus - Enab Baladi  Enab Baladi

Daraa caught between Suwayda crisis and Israeli threats - Syria DirectDaraa caught between Suwayda crisis and Israeli threats  Syria Direct

Saudi Fund for Development to give Syria 1.65 million barrels of crude oil - Arab News PKSaudi Fund for Development to give Syria 1.65 million barrels of crude oil  Arab News PK

Israeli warplanes launch airstrikes in Syria - Anadolu AjansiIsraeli warplanes launch airstrikes in Syria  Anadolu Ajansi

Israel strikes in vicinity of three Syrian cities: Syrian media - The New ArabIsrael strikes in vicinity of three Syrian cities: Syrian media  The New Arab

Syria: World Bank US$146 Million Grant to Improve Electricity Supply and Support Sector Development - World BankSyria: World Bank US$146 Million Grant to Improve Electricity Supply and Support Sector Development  World Bank

Israeli jets hit Syria's Homs province | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahIsraeli jets hit Syria's Homs province | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Why is India reaching out to Syria's new government? - DWWhy is India reaching out to Syria's new government?  DW