Press Releases

Syria grapples with intense drought

(MENAFN) In the mountainous town of Al-Marah, situated in Syria's Qalamoun region north of Damascus, the cherished Damask rose—renowned for its deep cultural and historical significance—is enduring one of its toughest seasons in recent history....

Southern Syria Witnesses Druze Evacuation

(MENAFN) Authorities in southern Syria organized the evacuation of a group of Druze inhabitants from the city of Suwayda on Tuesday, escorting them under security and coordinating with the government. “Under government facilitation and security...

Humanitarian Aid Convoy Reaches Syria’s Suwayda

(MENAFN) A fourth humanitarian convoy reached Syria’s southern Suwayda province on Tuesday, according to official state media. Media reported that the convoy, comprising 22 trucks, entered the region via the Busra al-Sham crossing in eastern...

Syria: the post-release emergency programme

Many things changed in Syria on 8 December 2024, especially for those who were suddenly released from detention facilities. Globally, the time after being released from detention is particularly critical for individuals. Many released detainees...

France, US, Syria confirm commitment to Damascus' political transition

(MENAFN) France, the United States, and Syria reaffirmed their dedication to supporting Syria's political transition, preserving its territorial integrity, and promoting stability in the Middle East. This commitment came after high-level...

Russia, Syria Confirms Strengthening Dialogue

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed on Thursday in Moscow that he and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani intend to continue their dialogue, which was initially launched in Türkiye. Their ongoing discussions aim to...

Putin, Netanyahu Address Syria’s Stability, Iran Nuclear Issue in Call

(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by phone on Monday, according to an official Kremlin announcement. During the call, Putin highlighted the critical need to maintain Syria’s unity,...

Russia, Syria Talks Set to Continue in Moscow

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed Thursday that discussions with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani—initially launched in Türkiye—will move forward during ongoing talks in Moscow. During their meeting in the Russian...

UN: Over 145,000 Displaced in Syria’s Sweida Despite Ceasefire

(MENAFN) Despite a ceasefire announcement, violent clashes, drone strikes, and intense ground combat persist across Syria's southern Sweida province and adjacent areas, the United Nations reported Wednesday, revealing that the number of displaced...

France, U.S., Syria Commit to Fast-Track Damascus Political Transition

(MENAFN) France, the United States, and Syria on Friday reaffirmed their unified stance on accelerating Syria’s political transition while safeguarding the country’s territorial integrity and regional stability. The announcement followed a...

Turkish Foreign Minister Voices Concerns Over Syria’s Rising Ethnic Conflicts

(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan voiced serious concerns about escalating conflicts in Syria, especially violent confrontations between Druze and Bedouin communities in the southern region. He warned these tensions could endanger...

Turkish FM voices concern about rising tensions in Syria

(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan voiced serious concerns about escalating conflicts in Syria, particularly the clashes between Druze and Bedouin communities in the southern region, cautioning that such tensions threaten the country’s...

Syria Gives Access to Chemical Weapons Sites

(MENAFN) Izumi Nakamitsu, the United Nations' top official for disarmament affairs, expressed approval on Thursday regarding Syria’s fresh collaboration with international chemical weapons inspectors. The interim leadership in Damascus is now...

Fidan Urges Calm in Southern Syria

(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan voiced alarm regarding unfolding events in Syria, especially the escalating confrontations between Druze and Bedouin communities in the southern region. He cautioned that the growing unrest might...

France, US, Syria Renew Supporting Political Shift

(MENAFN) France, the US, and Syria on Friday reiterated their dedication to a political shift in the Middle Eastern nation, along with preserving its territorial unity and ensuring regional security. Following senior-level trilateral discussions...

Saudi Arabia Delegation Lands in Syria to Seal Major Deals

(MENAFN) A senior Saudi delegation, headed by Investment Minister Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, arrived in Damascus on Wednesday to inaugurate the Saudi-Syrian Investment Forum, marking a pivotal move toward revitalizing and expanding economic...

Syria allows entry to chemical arms locations to international investigators

(MENAFN) The UN’s top disarmament official, Izumi Nakamitsu, on Thursday acknowledged Syria’s recent willingness to work with international inspectors by granting complete access to chemical weapons facilities. This development marks a shift in...

U.S. Rubio, Jordanian Officials Hold Talks on Syria Ceasefire

(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi in Washington on Wednesday to address a ceasefire deal in Syria and the escalating security issues across the region, including...

US, Jordanian Officials Discuss Syria Ceasefire

(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks with Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi in Washington on Wednesday. The central focus of their discussion was reaching a ceasefire agreement in Syria and reviewing...

Blasts Rock Syria Arms Depot, Claiming Five Lives

(MENAFN) A series of powerful explosions tore through an arms depot in northern Syria’s Idlib province on Thursday, leaving at least five people dead and injuring 63 others, local sources confirmed. The incident unfolded in the town of Kafriya,...