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The article explores how Asma al-Assad has exerted control over Syria's economy through a secret economic office amid the ongoing conflict in the country.

Syria has launched a U.S.-backed plan to eliminate its old stockpile of chemical weapons previously used by Assad's regime against Syrians.

Syria is advancing a Washington-backed plan to eliminate old chemical weapons used against its people under former leader Bashar al-Assad.

On the 15th anniversary of the Syrian revolution, activists recall the first protests that called for freedom and the unprecedented fear that accompanied them.

Syrians commemorate the 15th anniversary of their revolution against the Assad regime, reflecting on the sacrifices made in their quest for freedom and dignity.

Syrian authorities have barred the sale of alcohol in restaurants and bars in Damascus, suggesting a move towards stricter religious conservatism.

Survivors of enforced disappearances in Syria, like Yasmen Almashan, are now taking active roles in transitional justice efforts following years of seeking accountability.

A new investigation reveals the tragic history of mass graves and executions in Daraya, highlighting the community's efforts to document grave crimes during the Syrian conflict.

A report unveiled at a UN Security Council session discusses the discovery of 75 suspicious chemical cylinders in Syria that could have caused a serious environmental and health disaster.

For the first time, the UK authorities have brought charges of crimes against humanity against a Syrian man residing in Britain, concerning his alleged role in suppressing anti-government protests in Syria.

A former Syrian colonel is facing charges of crimes against humanity in a UK court related to his role in the Syrian government's crackdown on pro-democracy protests in 2011.

A former Syrian intelligence officer faces charges of murder and torture as crimes against humanity in the UK's first case of this kind.

A man in the UK has been charged with crimes against humanity for his involvement in the violent repression of pro-democracy protests in Syria in 2011.

Syrian actor Taim Hassan sparked widespread reactions on social media for his imitation of ousted president Bashar al-Assad in a comedic scene from the series 'Mawlana.'

The article discusses the transformation of Syrian television drama in the wake of the political changes following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

A Syrian security element was killed and militia leaders were neutralized during clashes in the countryside of Latakia.

Syria's President has announced an amnesty for prisoners, particularly addressing the reduction of sentences for those convicted of standard crimes.

An extensive article by The Atlantic details the last days of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's rule, portraying him as arrogant, self-absorbed, and increasingly detached from reality.

A new Atlantic article details the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, portraying it as a tale of betrayal and deception rather than merely a military defeat.

A new Syria is emerging over a year after the fall of dictator Bashar al-Assad, marked by central government-endorsed violent conflicts despite promises of unification and minority rights under the leadership of Ahmed al-Sharaa.

A mass grave containing the remains of victims was discovered in the Yarmouk Camp area of Damascus, reigniting painful memories of past atrocities during the Syrian conflict.

Sky's coverage of Bashar al-Assad's downfall in Syria won the best news programme award at the Broadcast Awards.

A detailed analysis based on satellite images reveals a significant expansion of Israeli military presence in southern Syria following the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad's regime in December 2024, with control over 235 square kilometers and over 800 incursions recorded near Damascus.

The Eastern Euphrates region, controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces, is a strategic tension point post-Bashar al-Assad regime, holding most of Syria's oil, gas fields, and key grain plains, as the US attempts to mediate between the new government and SDF amidst ongoing Turkish military pressures.

Qatari Investment Holding is set to acquire significant stakes in Shehab Bank and a 30% share in the International Islamic Bank of Syria, marking the first foreign bank acquisition in the country since the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

Lebanese authorities arrested a Syrian citizen suspected of sending money to fighters loyal to former Syrian president Bashar Assad, shortly after Syria requested the extradition of over 200 former security personnel who fled to Lebanon.

Syrians are experiencing mass displacement due to ongoing sectarian violence despite attempts to rebuild their lives following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

Syrian authorities have requested from Lebanese security forces the extradition of over 200 senior officers who fled to Lebanon following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

The Syrian Chemical Society aims to reshape the negative perception of chemistry in Syria, historically associated with chemical weapons, into a tool for renaissance and development following the Assad regime.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun denies the presence of senior officers from former President Bashar al-Assad's regime in Lebanon and urges Hezbollah to act more rationally regarding its influence.

Ursula Von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, pledged that Europe will do everything possible to assist in Syria's reconstruction during her visit, the highest-level EU visit since the fall of Bashar al-Assad in 2024.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Damascus, marking the highest-level European visit to Syria since the fall of the ousted President Bashar al-Assad in late 2024.

German authorities have deported a convicted Syrian refugee back to Syria, marking the second such operation since the ousting of former President Bashar al-Assad in December 2024.

A video of an elderly Syrian man saluting military helicopters has sparked widespread reactions on social media, symbolizing the dramatic change in Syrians' relationship with their army since the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reportedly has an emergency escape plan due to fears of defections within the security services amid ongoing protests akin to Bashar Al-Assad's situation.

This article discusses the ongoing struggles faced by Syrian women who were affected by the brutal regime of Bashar al-Assad during and after the civil war.

Syrian authorities arrested 21 individuals in Latakia following sectarian violence and imposed a curfew in the provincial capital.

Even a year after the regime's fall, Syrians still carry the images of Bashar al-Assad and his father Hafiz in their pockets and wallets.

The Syrian government is introducing new currency, removing the image of Bashar al-Assad from banknotes amid ongoing economic troubles.

After the fall of Bashar Assad's regime in Syria, many of his closest associates found refuge in Russia, living lavishly in Moscow despite facing international sanctions and charges of human rights abuses.

A report reveals that many former high-ranking officials from Bashar al-Assad's regime have escaped to Russia, where they enjoy luxurious living conditions in Moscow, despite being subject to international sanctions and arrest warrants.

At least eight people were killed and 18 injured in an attack on a mosque in the Syrian city of Homs, the first such attack since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad a year ago.

Former generals of the deposed Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad are secretly plotting to regain control of Damascus over a year after his fall, according to leaked communications reported by the New York Times.

Petr Macinka, the new head of diplomacy, is set to honor former ambassador to Syria, Eva Filipi, despite her controversial reception of a state award from Bashar Assad.