Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman brokered the first US-Syria presidential meeting in 26 years on May 14, 2026, in Riyadh, securing broker capital for future Iran negotiations rather than advancing Syrian interests or regional peace.
Islamic State claims responsibility for a deadly attack on Syrian government forces in eastern Syria.
The EU revives its cooperation agreement with Syria to bolster the war-ravaged country and facilitate migrant returns.
Russia faces mounting geopolitical setbacks including the Ukraine stalemate, Syria's lost ally, and Iranian attacks, yet benefits from divided European opinion on American policy and elevated energy costs, complicating assessments of its actual strategic decline.
The European Council terminated its partial suspension of a cooperation agreement with Syria, restoring fuller trade ties following al-Assad's December 2024 ouster, signaling EU commitment to supporting Syria's economic recovery after nearly 14 years of conflict.
The European Union is reviving ties with Syria post-Assad, pledging 620 million euros in aid and reactivating trade agreements to stabilize the war-ravaged nation, hoping eventual Syrian migrant returns become viable as conditions improve.
Syria cải tổ chính phủ với nhiều thay đổi nhân sự quan trọng gần đây.
Syrian authorities arrest Major General Wajih Ali al-Abdullah, a former Assad aide, for alleged abuses against civilians.
The US seeks a two-year extension of a UN probe into Syria's chemical weapons attacks.
Russia threatened to halt Syrian oil operations unless the Assad regime paid a $37 million debt for security services, exemplifying Moscow's leverage over Syria's economy and military during the regime's final months before collapse in 2024.
Syria's Foreign Minister meets EU officials in Brussels for first high-level dialogue since Assad's fall, seeking to deepen cooperation through trade, investment, and positioning Syria as a strategic energy and transport hub connecting the Gulf to Europe amid regional restructuring.
Syrian and Egyptian foreign ministers held talks in Cairo, discussing bilateral ties and rejecting Israeli violations of Syrian sovereignty.
Syria's transitional justice process advances with key arrests and trials against former security officials.
Syria's brief alcohol ban in Damascus sparks concerns about President al-Sharaa's vision for a more conservative Syria.
A brief alcohol ban in Damascus sparks concerns about President al-Sharaa's vision for Syria.
Journalism faces a difficult situation worldwide, with threats and violence increasing, according to RSF.
Iraq resumed crude oil exports to Syria through the Rabia crossing after thirteen years, shipping seventy tanker trucks initially to diversify routes, reduce risks, and boost revenues amid regional stabilization following Assad's regime collapse.
The Middle East suffers "forever wars" as perpetual conflict benefits leaders and enhances control.
Syrian authorities stage performative justice, shielding senior perpetrators and erasing command chains.
Syria designated its first deep-water offshore oil and gas block to Chevron and Qatari partner UCC Holding, aiming to revitalize its war-damaged energy sector and attract foreign investment following Assad's 2024 ouster.
Russian forces retreated from a key African town, surrendering territory and prestige.
EU foreign ministers convened in Brussels Monday to expand sanctions against Russians abducting Ukrainian children, pursue measures against Israeli settlers, and restart political dialogue with Syria toward reconstruction funding and investment agreements.
Croatian energy firm INA restarts Syria oil and gas operations through parent MOL Group, leveraging $1.1 billion in pre-existing assets following geopolitical shifts and sanctions relief that transformed Syria's investment risk profile in 2025.
Syria's new leadership is rebuilding Arab diplomatic ties through high-level visits with Egypt and Lebanon, seeking formal cooperation on security, economy, energy, and refugees after years of regional isolation and Syrian conflict.
Atef Najib faces at least 10 charges in a landmark Syria trial.
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The European Union hosts Syria's transitional authorities in Brussels Monday for their first high-level political dialogue, marking formal engagement shift toward structured cooperation on stabilization, recovery, and inclusive governance following Assad's fall.
Russian General Yevkurov demanded Assad's government pay $37 million for protecting Syrian oil facilities months before regime collapse, leveraging Moscow's military dominance and Syria's dependence on Russian hardware to extract geopolitical concessions in post-Assad negotiations.
Syria's economy is at a crossroads, needing reform and accountability to end cronyism and corruption.
Syria's Fourth Criminal Court begins trial of former Brigadier Atif Najib on April 26, 2026.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and wife Lauren take over the Met Gala, signaling a shift in fashion's elite.
MPI warns against rushed Syrian refugee returns, urging a coordinated roadmap for return and reconstruction.
Jordan strikes suspected smuggling sites in southern Syria to curb drug and arms flow.
IDF admits Israel overestimated damage to Hezbollah, believes Iran can keep firing missiles as long as war continues
Bashar al-Assad's henchmen are going on trial in Syria amid concerns of a rushed process.
The UN calls on states to combat militants in Syria and Iraq to prevent further attacks by Islamic State.
Trump and Xi meet for the seventh time, discussing trade and other issues.
The European Union lifted sanctions on Syria's interior and defense ministers and restored a suspended cooperation agreement, signaling a significant diplomatic shift in relations following the country's prolonged civil conflict.
EU ministers meet to discuss sanctions on Russia and Israeli settlers, and hold talks with Syria on a potential Association Agreement.
Iran sends response to US proposal via Pakistan, amid strikes
Syria's interim president announces a cabinet reshuffle, appointing new ministers and governors.
Syria's interim president reshuffles government, replacing ministers and governors.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa achieved significant progress discussing security, transport, and economic cooperation in Damascus, marking deepening ties between both nations following al-Assad's 2023 overthrow.
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Russian Deputy Defense Minister Yevkurov demanded Assad's regime pay $37 million in accumulated military debts months before its collapse, threatening to halt protection of Syrian oil facilities and leveraging Russia's decades-long military dominance over Syria's armed forces.
Syrian authorities dismantled a Hezbollah-linked cell plotting assassinations against government officials.
Syria's brief alcohol ban in Damascus sparks concerns about President al-Sharaa's vision for a more conservative Syria.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and wife Lauren are honorary chairs of the Met Gala, signaling a shift in fashion's elite.
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Israeli Air Force says it dropped 135,000 bombs in recent wars, warns of Syrian military rebuild