The International Monetary Fund said on Monday it planned an “intensive program of engagement” with Syria to help it rebuild its economy, but a statement issued at the end of an IMF staff visit to …
IMF says Syrian economy showing signs of recovery amid tight fiscal, monetary policies
Fund to provide Syrian authorities technical support to help Damascus develop ‘appropriate’ monetary policy framework, strengthen fiscal framework – Anadolu Ajansı …
Members of Syria’s security forces and military detained over sectarian violence in Sweida
Investigators have detained members of Syria’s security and military services over sectarian violence in Sweida.
US support for stability in Syria ‘extremely important,’ says Turkish foreign minister
Hakan Fidan says Washington’s backing ‘order, prosperity and stability’ vital, underscores joint approach on PKK/YPG, evolving Damascus-YPG talks – Anadolu Ajansı …
Rocket attack in Syria’s capital wounds 1 person and causes damage
State media report that rockets have hit a home in Syria’s capital, Damascus, wounding several people and causing damage.
Syria reopens embassy in London after more than a decade
Syria’s foreign minister has reopened the country’s embassy in London after more than a decade. The move on Thursday marks another step in Syria’s reintegration into the international community …
Six Ancient Roman Statues Have Been Stolen From Syria’s National Museum
The theft is a serious loss for the country’s cultural heritage, which had already sustained extensive damage during a long civil war …
Syria’s Leaders Pledge to Join Fight Against Islamic State
Large parts of Syria were once overrun by the terrorist group Islamic State. The country’s new government has just committed to a global effort to fight the group.
Uncommon Knowledge: Trump, Venezuela—and a Refugee Shock to Rival Syria
That outward tide, proportionally, now rivals—and by some measures exceeds—Syria’s peak refugee flight during the European migrant crisis. The current standoff, if it escalates, risks creating shock …
Theft of Roman statues from Syria’s main museum believed to be the work of an individual
Investigators believe the theft of ancient Roman-era statues from Syria’s national museum was likely the work of an individual, not an organized gang.