Security forces loyal to the Syrian government travel in the western city of Latakia in March 2025. AFP

Syrian court hands down sentences over sectarian violence

More than 1,400 people, mostly civilians, were killed in 2025 bloodshed

MENA

Syria abolishes Assad-era 'terrorism' court and voids rulings

MENA

Syria's first Art Week seeks to revive cultural scene after years of war

Art & Design

Rotana Hotels in talks to re-enter Syria and confirms no job cuts despite war

Economy

From Syria to Sudan: How to hunt for chemical weapons evidence

MENA

'Strong indication' of chemical weapons use in Sudan, former inspectors say

MENA

President Sheikh Mohamed and Syria's Ahmad Al Shara discuss economic ties in Abu Dhabi

UAE
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai meets Syrian President Ahmed Al Shara during his visit to Dubai for the Arab Media Summit. Photo: Dubai Media Office / X
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Everyone can benefit from a strong Syria, Al Shara says in Dubai

President tells Arab Media Summit his country has transformed from an exporter of Captagon to a stable hub

MENA

Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara to deliver keynote speech at Arab Media Summit

UAE

Angry Syrians protest over sharp rise in fuel prices

MENA

Syria condemns Netanyahu visit as breach of sovereignty

MENA

Chemical weapons experts demand Sudan 'chlorine attack' inquiry

MENA

At least 14 dead in Idlib ammunition depot explosion

MENA

Syrian-born BossLogic on going from viral fan art to working with Hollywood

Art & Design
Sudan Armed Forces leader Gen Abdel Fattah Al Burhan. His army has been accused of manufacturing and using illegal chlorine bombs. Reuters

Chemical weapons experts demand Sudan 'chlorine attack' inquiry

Former investigators say 'troubling' evidence 'warrants international investigation'

MENA

At least 14 dead in Idlib ammunition depot explosion

MENA

Syrian-born BossLogic on going from viral fan art to working with Hollywood

Art & Design

AnalysisUS air-defence exit leaves Iraq exposed

MENA

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