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Trump Extends State of Emergency Related to Syria for Another Year

The White House announced the extension of the national emergency related to the situation in Syria for another year, under a document signed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Russia sends a shipment of oil and condensates to Syria amid complications of Western sanctions

Data from the London Stock Exchange Group and trade sources revealed that Russia is preparing to deliver about 750,000 barrels of Arctic heavy oil blend and gas condensates to the Syrian port of Baniyas, in a move that reflects the ongoing energy cooperation between Moscow and Damascus despite the Western restrictions imposed on Russian energy exports.

Washington Calls for Easing Sanctions on Syria: U.S. Ambassador Urges International Support to Reassess Imposed Restrictions

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Economy

Mahmoud Khalaf

Washington Calls for Easing Sanctions on Syria: U.S. Ambassador Urges International Support to Reassess Imposed Restrictions

The U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, urged the United Nations Security Council to support Washington's move towards easing sanctions imposed on Syria, including those targeting figures in the Syrian leadership.

British Foreign Office Removes Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham from Terror List Amid Political and Security Controversy

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Politics

Mahmoud Khalaf

British Foreign Office Removes Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham from Terror List Amid Political and Security Controversy

The British Foreign Office announced today, Tuesday, the removal of "Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham" from the list of terrorist organizations, in a surprising move that has sparked widespread debate in the political and media arena.

World Bank: Reconstruction of Syria Could Exceed $216 Billion

The report expects the costs of reconstructing the damaged physical assets to range between $140 and $345 billion, with the best estimate being $216 billion.

Brack: The cancellation of 'Caesar' is a step towards comprehensive peace.. and Syria deserves a new chance

Brack emphasized that "comprehensive peace" cannot be completed without the stability of Syria and Lebanon, clarifying that Syria, after years of war, has become a symbol to test the resilience of the new regional order.

Joint Security Operation in Douma Opens Door for Coordination Between Damascus and the International Coalition

In a notable development, the Syrian authorities, in cooperation with the international coalition forces, carried out a precise security operation in the Douma area of rural Damascus, targeting a cell affiliated with the "ISIS" organization. The operation resulted in the dismantling of the cell and the arrest of one of its members, while two others were killed during the clash, one of whom was wearing an explosive belt and attempted to detonate it.

Minister of Economy: Syria will adopt the American financial system with local modifications

The Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry, Nidal Al-Shaar, said on Saturday that his country is moving towards adopting the American financial system as a basis for restructuring the financial sector, with limited modifications that take into account the specificity of the Syrian reality.

Tension in Quneitra countryside after the establishment of an Israeli checkpoint

The Syrian "Al-Ikhbariya" channel reported that the Israeli occupation forces established a military checkpoint today, Saturday, between the towns of Ofania and Jabata al-Khashab in the northern Quneitra countryside.

Syria Officially Requests the Surrender of Bashar al-Assad and Restructures Its International Relations Under New Leadership

The new Syrian leadership revealed new diplomatic trends focusing on transparency and reshaping foreign policy to serve national interests, during the official visit of the Syrian president

After months of stagnation.. The leader of "SDF" announces a "preliminary agreement" with Damascus to integrate his forces into the Syrian army

The leader of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), Mazloum Abdi, revealed that a "preliminary agreement" has been reached with the Syrian government that outlines the mechanism for integrating his forces into the Syrian army as a cohesive unit, in a development seen as a potential breakthrough after months of stalled negotiations.

Syrian-Turkish Meeting on the Sidelines of the Labor Ministers Conference in Doha

Syria's Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, Hind Qabawat, held a meeting on Thursday with Turkish Minister of Labor, Vedat Alshkhan, during which they discussed ways to expand cooperation between the two countries in the fields of labor and employment, in addition to the issue of the return of Syrian refugees.

Amnesty International Calls for Disclosure of the Fate of Hamza Al-Amarin, Kidnapped in Sweida

Amnesty International called on Thursday for an armed group in the province to immediately disclose the fate and whereabouts of rescue worker Hamza Al-Amarin, head of the Civil Defense Center in Daraa, and to release him unconditionally and return him to his family.

Syrian Finance Minister: The Qatari-Saudi Grant Contributed to Covering Employee Salaries and Strengthening Stability

The grant will gradually cover about 17% of the salary bill for civil servants, which is an important percentage that enables the government to continue implementing the financial and social reform program.

Al-Shara to Putin: We respect all previous agreements between our countries and seek to reorganize relations

Al-Shara to Putin: "We respect all previous agreements between our countries, and we seek to enhance them in a way that serves the interests of the Syrian and Russian peoples."

Al-Shara' on an official visit to Russia to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments

Issues related to Russian military bases in Syria will be among the topics discussed between the two presidents.

Lebanese Minister of Justice: Discussions with the Syrian delegation on prisoner exchange and the missing persons file

The Lebanese Minister of Justice, Adel Nassar, stated in an interview with "Al-Arabiya" channel today, Tuesday, that a Lebanese delegation met with its Syrian counterpart to discuss the legal framework for transferring prisoners between the two countries, confirming that the discussions took place within clear official frameworks.

President Ahmad al-Shara' visits Moscow tomorrow and participates in the Arab-Russian summit

Official sources announced that Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara' will begin an official visit to the Russian capital, Moscow, tomorrow, Wednesday, where he is scheduled to meet with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to discuss bilateral relations and files of political, economic, and military cooperation.

A Syrian Judicial Delegation to Visit Lebanon Soon to Discuss Common Files

The Lebanese presidency announced today, Monday, that a Syrian judicial delegation will visit Beirut in the coming days, as part of the coordination between the two countries to discuss pending judicial files.

Al-Shara: We seek to establish an inclusive transitional government that reflects Syrian pluralism

Syrian President Ahmad Al-Shara confirmed that his government seeks to establish an inclusive transitional government that reflects Syrian pluralism, emphasizing the accountability of all those who have committed crimes against civilians "regardless of their affiliation or position".

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