Assala began her concert by singing Syria Janna, a track she released after the fall of the Assad regime. AFP
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Assala returns to Syrian stage for first time in more than 16 years

Thousands attend emotional Damascus concert – after singer's support for 2011 uprising kept her in exile

Music & On-stage

Syrian court hands down sentences over sectarian violence

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 receives Syrian president Ahmad Al Shara. Photo: UAE Presidential Court
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President Sheikh Mohamed and Syria's Ahmad Al Shara discuss economic ties in Abu Dhabi

UAE and Syrian leaders meet to strengthen bilateral co-operation and regional stability

UAE

Everyone can benefit from a strong Syria, Al Shara says in Dubai

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
An Israeli tank drives along the ceasefire line between the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights and Syria. Reuters

Syria condemns Netanyahu visit as breach of sovereignty

Territorial integrity is not negotiable, UN envoy says

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

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