White House executive order removes sanctions on Syria as President Trump meets with controversial new Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, whose group overthrew Assad in March.
Donald Trump lifts most US sanctions on Syria
The US has lifted most of its sanctions on Syria, saying the move would give the country an “opportunity” to rebuild an economy ravaged by more than 14 years of civil war. President Donald Trump …
Qatar Red Crescent Society concludes livelihood project for widows, displaced families in Syria
Doha: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has concluded phase 2 of a livelihood project for widows and displaced families in northern Syria, aimed at …
Qatar Airways resumes Iraq, Syria flights, boosts Lebanon, Jordan routes in July
Flights return across Iraq and Syria as Beirut and Amman routes expand to full capacity Doha: Qatar Airways is restoring its full flight schedule to Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan, with services …
Trump’s crown jewel Abraham Accords may expand to normalize ties between Israel and other nations
The Abraham Accords may soon include Syria and Lebanon, according to Israeli media, with the Trump administration working to expand the peace agreement between Israel and Arab nations.
UN commission says Syria must end violence against Alawites and protect places of worship
The head of a U.N. investigative commission on Friday called commitments made by the new authorities in Syria to protect the rights of minorities “encouraging” but said attacks have continued on …
FRONTLINE: Syria After Assad
Premieres Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. Syria’s uncertain future under Jihadist-turned-statesman Ahmad al-Sharaa. After the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Correspondent Martin …
Suicide bomber attack on Greek Orthodox church in Syria kills at least 25 people
At least 25 people have been killed and over 52 more are injured after a “terrorist attack” on a Greek Orthodox church in the Syrian capital on Monday, according to the country’s health ministry. …
Dozens killed and injured after suicide bomber attack on Greek Orthodox Church in Syria
A suicide bomber opened fire then detonated an explosive vest inside a Greek Orthodox church in Syria during Sunday mass. As many as 22 worshippers have been killed and another 63 injured in the …
Since Assad’s fall, Israel keeps up attacks on Syria : NPR
Almost immediately after dictator Bashar al-Assad fled, Syria came under attack. Israeli airstrikes have hit several hundred times since December. Syria’s new leaders are starting to speak up.