Syria
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EU Lifts Economic Sanctions on Syria to Aid Post-War Recovery
The European Union has decided to lift all economic sanctions on Syria to support the country’s recovery after years of civil war, signaling a shift in international policy.
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Israel Conducts Airstrikes Near Syrian Presidential Palace Amid Rising Tensions
Israel launched airstrikes near the Syrian presidential palace, citing threats to the Druze community and regional security.
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Clashes in Syria’s Druze Areas Highlight Fragile Stability
Recent deadly clashes in Syria’s Druze areas have raised concerns over the country’s fragile stability, with over 100 reported dead and international involvement escalating tensions.
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Israel Conducts Strike in Syria to Protect Druze Amid Sectarian Violence
Israel carried out a strike in Syria targeting an extremist group attacking the Druze community, as sectarian violence escalates near Damascus. Syria rejects foreign intervention.
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Israeli Troops to Maintain Presence in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria Indefinitely
Israel’s defense minister announced troops will remain indefinitely in security zones in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, complicating ceasefire talks with Hamas.
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Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem Sounds Alarm for Syrian Armenian Christians’ Safety, Urges International Intervention
The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem has issued a communique sounding the alarm for the safety of Armenian Christians in Syria and urging the international community to protect them.
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Kurds Agree to Integrate into Syrian State Institutions: Historic Step Towards Unity
Kurdish forces and the Syrian government have reached an agreement on integrating Kurdish autonomy.
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Trump Administration Eyes Expanded Travel Ban: Which Countries Could Be Affected?
Explore the details of Donald Trump’s potential expanded travel ban, including the list of countries facing restrictions and the implications for international travel. Stay informed on the latest developments.
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Over 600 Killed in Syria Clashes: Red Cross Urges ‘Safe Access’ for Medics
More than 600 people killed in Syria clashes, mostly Alawite minority civilians. Red Cross calls for safe access for health workers amidst escalating violence on the Syrian coast.
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Drone Attack on Russian Airbase in Syria
Reported Drone Attack on Khmeimim Air Base in Syria On February 18, 2025, reports surfaced detailing a drone attack targeting Russia’s Khmeimim Air Base in Syria. The airbase, a critical facility for Russian military operations in the region, reportedly came…
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US Congressional Armenian Caucus Addresses Armenian Security and Regional Challenges in Letter to Secretary Rubio
Co-Chairs of the Congressional Armenian Caucus, Democratic Congressman Frank Pallone and Republican Congressman Gus Bilirakis, along with Vice-Chairs, Democratic Congressman Brad Sherman and Republican Congressman David Valadao, have sent a joint letter to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio according…
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The Empowerment of Armenia as a Supreme Value: Catholicos Aram I’s Christmas Message
The empowerment of Armenia must become a supreme value, while the restoration of Armenian communities in Lebanon and Syria should be a pan-national priority. This was emphasized by Catholicos Aram I of the Great House of Cilicia in his Christmas…
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Russian Submarines Withdraw from Mediterranean: Strategic Setback After Tartus Loss
The collapse of the Assad regime in late 2024 dealt a severe blow to Russia’s Mediterranean ambitions, culminating in the loss of its naval base in Tartus, Syria. This strategic outpost had been pivotal to Russia’s regional influence since 2013,…
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U.S. Delegation Discusses Lifting Sanctions and Revising Terrorist List with Syrian Authorities
According to the Syrian newspaper Al-Watan, a U.S. delegation of diplomats met with Syrian government representatives in Damascus to discuss critical issues, including lifting sanctions and removing the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group from the list of terrorist organizations. On Friday,…
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Thousands of Bodies Discovered in Syria’s Mass Graves (IMAGES)
A mass grave uncovered at al-Qutayfah, approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) north of Damascus, contains the remains of at least 100,000 people killed by the regime of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, according to Mouaz Moustafa, head of the Syrian…