Damascus
US encourages Syrian action against Hezbollah, Damascus is hesitant, sources say
Despite historic enmity towards Hezbollah and Tehran, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has moved cautiously since US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran began on February 28.
Turkey's Ambassador to Syria, Nuh Yilmaz, presents credentials to President Sharaa in Damascus
Syria appoints key Kurdish commander Sipan Hemo as deputy defense minister
A small Herzliya museum brings Israel's most famous spy to life
Pahlavi’s challenge: Will he overcome Kurdish distrust to lead a unified Iran? - opinion
Iran’s opposition struggles to unite as minority rights remain unresolved.
Israel must stop Damascus from absorbing Sweida - opinion
Damascus’s plan for Sweida could reshape Israel’s northern frontier.
US efforts helped pave way for Syria-Druze deal, source tells 'Post'
Months of US diplomacy paved the way for a historic detainee swap between Damascus and the Druze of Sweida, marking a breakthrough in Syrian peace efforts.
US warns Syria against using Chinese telecom technology over national security concerns
The message was conveyed during an unreported meeting between a US State Department team and the Syrian Communications Minister, Abdulsalam Haykal, in San Francisco.
As Damascus prepares for Ramadan, its cannon call to prayer returns after 14 year haitus - feature
Ramadan in Damascus brings vibrant markets, traditional foods, Maghrib prayers, and the historic Ramadan cannon, creating a festive, nostalgic, and community-filled atmosphere.
Damascus, Druze forces exchange prisoners after Sweida violence
The swap involved Damascus releasing 61 prisoners from the Druze factions detained in Adra Central Prison near the capital.
Syrian government, Druze renew participation in new US-backed talks - report
Reports say that a prisoner deal in Sweida could pave the way for a deal that resolves the crisis with Damascus and provides locals with administrative and security powers.
Syria announces major drug bust through coordination with Iraq against Captagon trafficking
A source in the Syrian Ministry of Interior told The Media Line that anti-narcotics units carried out what he described as a “high-quality” security operation in Homs province.
Syrian government focuses on attracting new economy investments, ties with Central Asia states
Syria has been receiving a number of investments in recent months, from oil and energy deals to talk of investment in train lines and airports.
Australia issues temporary ban on citizen from Syrian camp amid terror concerns
Thirty-four Australians in a northern Syrian facility holding families of suspected Islamic State militants are expected to return home after their release was conditionally approved by authorities.
