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Syrian authorities arrest ex-officer accused of chemical weapons crimes

Former colonel Ahmed Habib Ali is accused of supervising the manufacture of sarin gas bombs.

Syria says arrested Assad-era officer specialising in chemical weapons

Trump pressures Netanyahu to pull Israeli forces out of Syria, Lebanon

In a significant move, President Trump has called on Prime Minister Netanyahu to retract Israeli military presence in Syria. However, Netanyahu remains steadfast, emphasizing the necessity of border security due to exter…

Trump said to urge Netanyahu to pull Israeli troops from Syria, Lebanon in recent call

US leader reportedly told PM 'they don't want you there'; Jerusalem and Beirut hold talks on IDF withdrawals from 'pilot zones,' with FM Sa'ar saying Israel is ready to move ahead The post Trump said to urge Netanyahu to…

Trump urges Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli forces from Syria, Lebanon — media

A US official told Axios that the US president warned the Israeli prime minister that the presence of Israeli forces on Syrian territory "creates tensions and could lead to an escalation"

In pictures: Why Karachi continues to rank among the least liveable cities in the world

Karachi was ranked among the ‘least-liveable cities in the world’ last week, ranking 170th among 173 cities on the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) annual Global Liveability Index 2026 . The EIU’s ranking measures ind…

Mexico concludes its search and rescue mission in Venezuela after devastating earthquake

After welcoming home the humanitarian mission that was sent to Venezuela to aid in the aftermath of the devastating June 24 earthquake, President Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico remains ready to help the struggling South A…

Turkish warships call at Syria’s Latakia for first time since 2011 — defense ministry

The Turkish defense ministry added that the group of ships is led by the TCG Istanbul frigate with Navy Commander Admiral Ercument Tatlioglu onboard

‘It’s expensive’: Syria’s electricity has improved, but challenges remain

Damascus residents say state-supplied power has noticeably improved recently but complain about the cost of energy.

Anti-migrant display set alight in Northern Ireland bonfire

The flags of Palestine, Syria, Sudan and Somalia were draped over a huge bonfire tower before it was set alight.

Australian woman was 'Sharia judge' in Syrian ISIS camp, ABC told

Speaking exclusively to the ABC, a security source who dealt directly with Australian woman Hodan Abby calls her a driving force behind many of a Syrian detention camp's problems.

Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow

President Ahmed Al-Sharaa stresses that improving the economy and strengthening public services are key priorities.

Syria’s interim parliament meets for first time after Assad overthrow

Syrian president calls on lawmakers to model 'responsibility and competence' at chamber's first session in Damascus, as three seats for Druze-majority Sweida remain empty The post Syria’s interim parliament meets for fir…

First session of Syria’s parliament convenes after Assad’s ousting

Syria’s transitional parliament began its first session on Sunday, tasked with drafting the country’s new constitution and laying the groundwork for democracy after decades of authoritarian rule. Syria’s new authorities…

New Syrian parliament meets for first time in Damascus

DAMASCUS, July 12 - Syria's new parliament convened for the first time on Sunday, 19 months after rebels led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa toppled Bashar al-Assad, a milestone in the country's political transition despite…

Watch: Ferry sinks after hitting bridge in Syria, at least two children killed

Syrians optimistic but cautious as sanctions removal revives economic hopes

US decision to delist Syria as a 'state sponsor of terrorism' prompts cautious optimism among businesses and citizens.

How top Syrian diplomat Asaad al-Shaibani’s road to Damascus is shaking the Mideast

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani’s diplomatic motorcade hit the road shortly after his appointment. From Riyadh to Beirut, Washington to Moscow, Shaibani has been at the forefront of President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s…

Bomb attacks rattle Damascus but for most Syrians, life goes on

The Damascus attacks appeared to be attempts to cause instability, but don't signal total security breakdown in Syria.

IS militants behind Damascus blasts during Macron's visit — Syrian Interior Ministry

"An initial investigation into members of the cell involved in the July 7 explosions in central Damascus revealed their links to the Islamic State terrorist group," General Ahmed al-Dalati said