USSYBC participates in a closed-door roundtable with President al-Sharaa and top investors and business leaders at the Concordia Summit. The U.S.–Syria Business Council (USSBC) is an independent, …
The homes Syria’s women lost: A fight for property, justice and a future
Their homes were destroyed, seized or left behind. Now, as Syria enters a new political era, women are demanding the right to reclaim what they lost …
QNB Group, Mastercard issues 1st internationally accepted payment card in Syria
QNB Syria, a subsidiary of QNB Group, in collaboration with Mastercard, has announced the launch of a locally issued Mastercard card.
Alarm as Syria plans private jet hub on former torture site
Rights groups warn turning Mezzeh airbase into a VIP airport could destroy mass graves and evidence of Assad-era atrocities Syrian government plans to turn a former military airport in Damascus into a …
US reaffirms support for Syria’s reintegration into global financial system
The United States reaffirmed its support for Syria’s reintegration into the global financial system during talks in Damascus between …
Sobering reality: Curbs on alcohol in northeast Syria cause discontent
At his shop in northeast Syria, Ayaz Ibrahim wiped the dust off bottles of alcohol he said had become too pricey for customers following new regulations from the Islamist authorities. – ‘It was better …
Ukraine and Syria establish business council
Syria has set up a Syrian‑Ukrainian Business Council as the sole accredited body to strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries. — Ukrinform.
Iraq to start exporting crude oil through Syria
Iraqi oil exports via Syria are about to reach a new milestone, with Baghdad set to conclude a deal to carry Basra crude to Baniyas.
Iraq completes investigation into thousands of ISIS detainees formerly held in Syria
The US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) had been holding them until the SDF and Syrian government agreed to integrate, at which time US Central Command decided to facilitate a mass transfer.
The Kurds rose as Syria and Iraq collapsed – now, their fortunes are reversing
BEHIND THE LINES: If and when the current strategy fails, the Kurds may need to be reached again. Hopefully, by the time this occurs, they will be able to take advantage of the moment in full.