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πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Pro-Israel hackers breach Syrian government accounts on X

Pro-Israel hackers have executed a widespread cyberattack on Syrian government accounts on the platform X, raising significant concerns over the country's digital security.

Mar 2 β€’ 10:12 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Prisoner exchange deal between the Syrian government and the National Defense in Suwayda

A prisoner exchange deal has been completed between the Syrian government and the National Defense forces in Suwayda, resulting in the release of 61 detainees and the return of 25 captured personnel.

Feb 27 β€’ 08:08 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Photos of the Sweida Exchange Spark Controversy Over Treatment of Detainees

The recent exchange of detainees in Sweida has ignited a heated debate among Syrians regarding the treatment of prisoners, especially noting the differences in health and condition of those released by the Syrian government versus armed groups.

Feb 27 β€’ 08:01 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
World

What future for the Kurds after ceasefire deal with Syrian government?

The article discusses the implications of the ceasefire deal between the Kurdish forces and the Syrian government in the context of regional tensions.

Feb 26 β€’ 17:01 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Prisoner and captive exchange deal between the Syrian government and the National Defense in Sweida

A prisoner and captive exchange took place today between the Syrian government and the National Defense Forces in Sweida, resulting in the release of 61 detainees in exchange for 25 captives.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:27 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Berlinale: festival leaders summoned after speech denouncing 'genocide' in Gaza

The German government is convening leaders from the Berlinale festival following a speech by a Syrian-Palestinian director accusing Germany of complicity in genocide against Palestinians.

Feb 25 β€’ 15:26 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Damascus confirms mass escape from al-Hol camp and pursues ISIS organization

The Syrian Interior Ministry acknowledged a mass escape from the al-Hol camp, where families of suspected ISIS members resided, and reported the arrest of an ISIS member involved in a military killing in Deir Ezzor.

Feb 25 β€’ 12:57 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Recent Attacks in Raqqa and Deir ez-Zor Spark Outrage on Social Media

Recent attacks in Raqqa and Deir ez-Zor have heightened security challenges for the Syrian government, particularly from ISIS sleeper cells.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

In 2022, Labor MPs urged compassion for Australian women and children stuck in Syria. Now Albanese has only contempt

The article discusses the Australian government's handling of the repatriation of citizens trapped in Syrian detention camps, highlighting the change in Labor's stance from compassion to contempt under the current leadership.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Escalation of ISIS in Syria: The Followed Approach and the Significance of Timing

ISIS has intensified its attacks against Syrian government forces in Raqqa Province, coupled with a media campaign portraying the government as secular and apostate.

Feb 24 β€’ 11:37 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
World

The US will complete military withdrawal from Syria in the near future

The US plans to withdraw its troops from Syria, with reports indicating it will be completed within a month amid increased Syrian government control in the region.

Feb 24 β€’ 05:42 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
World

Australian families in convoy from Syrian camp warned they would be attacked unless they turned around

A convoy of Australian families from a Syrian camp was warned by Syrian government officials that they would be attacked if they continued to Damascus.

Feb 23 β€’ 22:40 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

IS Attack in Northern Syria: Four Security Officers of the Interim Government Killed, State Media Reports

An attack by ISIS in northern Syria resulted in the deaths of four security officers from the interim government, according to Syrian state media.

Feb 23 β€’ 19:50 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Withdrawal or repositioning?.. Twitter users react to the emptying of the largest American base in Syria

The U.S. military is gradually emptying its largest base in Syria, leading to debates on social media regarding the implications of this move.

Feb 23 β€’ 14:16 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Kurdish official casts doubt on how quickly IS-linked Australians could try to return home

A Kurdish official has raised concerns about the speed at which Australians linked to Islamic State can return home, suggesting government criticism complicates their situation.

Feb 22 β€’ 20:32 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
World

Islamic State Calls on Members to Fight Against the New Syrian Government

The Islamic State has urged its members in Syria to prioritize fighting against the newly established secular government and national army of Syria.

Feb 22 β€’ 18:53 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Berlin Festival: Palestinian Director Accuses Germany of Contributing to Gaza Genocide and Minister Leaves

A Palestinian-Syrian director at the Berlin Film Festival accused the German government of complicity in the genocide occurring in Gaza, leading to the exit of a German minister from the award ceremony.

Feb 22 β€’ 18:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

What does the evacuation of the Al-Hol camp mean politically and security-wise for Damascus?

The evacuation of the Al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria signifies a shift in control from the Syrian Democratic Forces to the Syrian government, raising new political and security concerns.

Feb 22 β€’ 16:34 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Syria: the Islamic State calls on its members to fight the Syrian authorities

The Islamic State has issued a call for its fighters to resist the new Syrian authorities, marking its first audio message in two years.

Feb 21 β€’ 20:56 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
World

Syria: The government takes control of an airport held by the Kurds

The Syrian government has regained control of the Qamishli airport from Kurdish forces amid ongoing military operations in the region.

Feb 21 β€’ 20:23 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Agreement between Damascus and the SDF amid disagreements over decentralization and merging institutions

The agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces faces uncertainty regarding the integration of military and civil institutions in northeastern Syria.

Feb 21 β€’ 12:32 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
World

Kurdish autonomy: A shattered dream?

The recent ceasefire agreement between Syrian Kurds and the Syrian central government complicates the pursuit of Kurdish autonomy in the region.

Feb 20 β€’ 10:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Syria: One security officer dead and another injured in ISIS attack in Raghib

ISIS has claimed responsibility for an attack that killed a Syrian government security officer and injured another in eastern Syria, indicating an escalation in its operations against the country's new leadership.

Feb 19 β€’ 14:30 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Canada Lifts Economic Sanctions Imposed on Syria

Canada has announced the lifting of comprehensive economic sanctions on Syria that were in place since May 2011, signaling a shift in its stance towards the Syrian government amidst recent political changes.

Feb 19 β€’ 08:53 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
World

US to withdraw all troops from Syria β€” Report

The United States plans to withdraw all its troops from Syria within the next two months as control shifts to the Syrian government.

Feb 19 β€’ 06:28 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ NRK
World

Media: USA withdraws all forces from Syria

The United States is reportedly planning to withdraw all of its 1,000 troops from Syria within the next two months as the Syrian government expands its control.

Feb 19 β€’ 04:59 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
World

Sources: USA withdraws soldiers from Syria

The United States is planning to withdraw its approximately 1,000 soldiers stationed in Syria as the Syrian government has extended its control over the country.

Feb 19 β€’ 04:41 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Al-Sharaa issues a general amnesty excluding violators of Syrian rights

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has announced a general amnesty that applies to certain groups of convicts but notably excludes those guilty of human rights violations against Syrians.

Feb 18 β€’ 19:15 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syrian authorities begin transferring residents of "Al-Hol" to "Akhtarin" camp

Syrian authorities have commenced the transfer of families from the Al-Hol camp to the newly established Akhtarin camp near Aleppo, marking the first relocation since the Syrian government took over management of the camp.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:33 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Australian with ISIS links in Syria temporarily blocked from coming home

An Australian citizen with links to ISIS has been issued a temporary exclusion order preventing their return from Syria by the federal government, confirmed by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke.

Feb 18 β€’ 06:17 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Anger of the Syrian Coast Against the Government: A Legitimate Right or Fishing in Troubled Waters?

Residents of the predominately Alawite Syrian coast held protests demanding an end to alleged abuses by the new authorities.

Feb 17 β€’ 17:33 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
World

Alert: Thousands of IS Relatives Missing from Camp

Over 6,000 foreign nationals who were in the Syrian al-Hol camp are missing amidst reports of potential abductions or escape.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Syria acknowledges widespread escapes from camp which housed thousands of ISIS-linked women

The Syrian government confirms significant escapes from the al Hol camp, previously managed by Kurdish authorities and now under its control, raising security concerns regarding the influx of women and children linked to ISIS.

Feb 17 β€’ 13:48 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Syria: Authorities Evacuate Camp of Relatives of Al-Hol Jihadists

Syrian authorities have initiated the evacuation of the al-Hol camp, which houses families of ISIS jihadists, amidst reports of thousands of individuals going missing since the camp came under government control.

Feb 17 β€’ 12:20 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Text of the Media Code of Conduct in Syria

The Syrian Ministry of Information has unveiled a new Media Code of Conduct intended to regulate the media environment in Syria, emphasizing professional ethics and social responsibility.

Feb 17 β€’ 11:53 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Druze movements in America to support Al-Hijri against the Syrian government

A conference in Washington, organized by Druze leaders, aimed to rally support for Sheikh Hikmat Al-Hijri in his opposition to the Syrian government.

Feb 17 β€’ 05:11 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Australia refuses to repatriate its citizens from the Roj camp in northeastern Syria

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms that the government will not repatriate Australian citizens detained in a Syrian camp housing families of suspected ISIS members.

Feb 17 β€’ 00:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

From controlling factions to building a unified army.. Al-Shar' discusses the challenges of his first year in power

Syrian President Ahmad Al-Shar' outlines significant challenges faced in his first year of governing amid ongoing administrative corruption and the aftermath of war.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:01 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Ilham Ahmed: Mazloum Abdi will not hold positions in the Syrian government

Ilham Ahmed confirmed that Mazloum Abdi has decided not to take any official positions in the Syrian government despite offers made to him.

Feb 15 β€’ 18:36 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syrian Foreign Minister: This is our goal from the negotiations with Israel and we avoided a civil war

The Syrian Foreign Minister discussed the government's approach to negotiations with Israel and the challenges faced in avoiding civil conflict.

Feb 14 β€’ 14:19 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

American and UN support for the agreement between the Syrian government and the SDF

The United States and the United Nations have expressed their support for the agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), emphasizing the importance of Syria's territorial unity.

Feb 13 β€’ 15:40 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

What is behind the withdrawal of American forces from the "Tanf" base?

The Al Jazeera program discusses the implications of the U.S. withdrawal from the strategic Tanf base and its transfer to the Syrian government.

Feb 12 β€’ 15:50 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ AktuΓ‘lnΔ›.cz
World

Americans Hand Over Syrian Base to Government Forces, But Do Not Exit the Country

The Syrian army has taken control of the At-Tanf base from US forces, although American troops have fully withdrawn from the installation.

Feb 12 β€’ 13:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Al-Sara'a and ministers: Survived five assassination plots

Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sara'a and several of his ministers reportedly escaped five assassination plots last year, as highlighted in a UN report regarding the activities of the Islamic State (IS).

Feb 12 β€’ 13:31 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

After Lebanon.. Syrian trucks pile up at the Jordanian border

Syrian truck drivers support the government's decision to bar non-Syrian trucks from entering the country, leading to significant congestion at the border with Jordan as Syrian trucks wait to load goods.

Feb 12 β€’ 08:14 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
World

UN: last year a gang attempted to assassinate the President of Syria and ministers five times

A report by the UN Counter-Terrorism Office reveals that the 'Saraya Ansar al-Sunnah' group made five attempts to assassinate Syrian President Ahmed al Sharaa and other ministers, highlighting the ongoing risks to government security in Syria.

Feb 12 β€’ 04:50 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

What Has Actually Changed After the Agreement Between the Syrian Government and SDF?

The article discusses the pivotal changes in the relationship between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) after recent agreements.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:26 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Syrian government and SDF implement the terms of their agreement... What are the details?

The Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) are executing their agreement, with SDF withdrawing troops from key areas in Hasakah.

Feb 11 β€’ 07:21 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Syria: Security presence in Hasaka and European recognition of the government's role in combating terrorism

The European Union has acknowledged the Syrian government's role in combating terrorism amid security developments in Hasaka, as concerns grow over the potential resurgence of ISIS.

Feb 10 β€’ 21:53 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

The international coalition confirms Syria's leading role in combating ISIS and thanks SDF

The international coalition against ISIS welcomes Syria's membership, reinforcing its commitment to fight the organization alongside the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).

Feb 10 β€’ 04:23 UTC

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