France is preparing to return the first installment (€ 32 million) of a vast fortune embezzled by Rifaat al-Assad, Bashir Assad’s uncle, which was hidden in European assets. The agreement is seen as a landmark in international law on countries’ stolen assets. wp.me/pgslGE-1ab

The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor is responsible for public sector employment, occupational health and safety, and development of social protection and social security systems, with an emphasis on care for the most vulnerable social groups. newfaceofsyria.org/syrian-trans...

One year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government, Daraya is stirring again. Once a frontline of the uprising, the city that helped spark Syria’s revolution is beginning to come back to life. youtu.be/oBcfJMppobg?...

“I do not want condolences, only congratulations, for I am the mother of martyrs,” said Hajja Wasila Abu Nuqta, revered for her faith that the sacrifices of Syrian families for the nation’s freedom and dignity would result in victory for the revolution. wp.me/pgslGE-1a9

President Al-Sharaa praised Egypt’s solidarity with Syrian refugees and noted the shared political, economic and security visions of both countries, while inviting investment in reconstruction and closer political, economic, and strategic cooperation. wp.me/pgslGE-1a6

For many Syrian women, the fall of the Assad regime has reshaped their roles and opened new opportunities. Today, women are stepping into spaces they once feared. TRT World’s Nour Qormosh met with women whose lives have transformed. youtu.be/0cSxLtbBBMw?...

“Spring Sonata” celebrates the peoples’ spirit of resilience during the revolution. The actor, Mazen al-Natour, described the play as a reflection of Syrians’ collective suffering, remarking “It comes from an internal cry shared by all Syrians.” wp.me/pgslGE-1a4

Aleppo launched extensive efforts to remove earth berms and reopen long-closed roads, restoring mobility between neighbourhoods long isolated by conflict, and supporting the safe return of residents evacuated during recent clashes. wp.me/pgslGE-1a2

A ceasefire mediated by the US, after days of intense fighting, allowed SDF fighters to safely leave Aleppo and enabled the peaceful evacuation of Kurdish civilians, wounded, and dead. The agreement was announced after Syrian government forces took control of the area. wp.me/pgslGE-19N

President al-Sharaa & Foreign Minister al-Shaibani held talks with EU leaders focused on Syria’s reconstruction and stability. They also discussed economic cooperation, humanitarian issues and migration, emphasizing Syria’s territorial unity and constructive partnership with the EU. wp.me/pgslGE-19J

𝙎𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙃𝙤𝙥𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙢 🇸🇾 youtube.com/shorts/jBtfa...

News about Syria from Around the World wp.me/pgslGE-19H

Syria’s largest sugar refinery has begun operating in Homs, producing up to one million tons annually and creating 250 jobs. Officials say it strengthens food security and contributes to the country’s long term industrial and economic development. wp.me/pgslGE-19F

From a homegrown “Airbnb” to food delivery and AI tools, Syrian founders are pushing a tech comeback. Despite all challenges and constraints, the scene is visible again and there is hope. youtu.be/AaYbfz6IFOc?...

A large-scale effort is underway to clear massive amounts of rubble from war-ravaged towns and cities and recycle it into clean building materials. This initiative accelerates reconstruction and makes it less expensive, benefiting displaced families now returning home. wp.me/pgslGE-19B

State & local governments, along with local communities, launched a coordinated Warmth Campaign for residents of camps in Latakia, Idlib and elsewhere. Providing essential heating materials to vulnerable families fulfills the government’s commitment to alleviate citizens’ suffering. wp.me/pgslGE-19z

The norias of Hama (نواعير حماة) are a group of 17 historic water wheels along the Orontes River in the Syrian city of Hama. They are celebrated as an example of advanced water supply technology in medieval Muslim societies, supplying numerous gardens via aqueducts and channels.

Syrian student Lana Akram al-Hammoud has been named “Best Speaker” in the Open Arabic Category at the 7th International Schools Debating Championship in Arabic. Her achievement highlights the creativity and linguistic strength of Syrian students on the international stage. sana.sy/en/education...

The Paris negotiations between Syria and Israel, under US auspices, made significant progress toward regional stability. This 5th round of security talks took place in an atmosphere of cautious optimism, after a year of hostilities in the wake of Assad’s overthrow. wp.me/pgslGE-19p

Justice Minister al-Wais views transitional justice as a constitutional duty being carried out through practical steps shaping Syria’s new state. The new system honors the revolution’s values, safeguards victims’ rights, and builds institutions for accountability and dignity. wp.me/pgslGE-19m

New banknotes are now in circulation in Syria. The redesigned currency replaces the image of Bashar al-Assad with Syrian agricultural symbols — wheat, cotton, mulberries, and oranges — reflecting efforts to stabilize the economy and restore public confidence. youtu.be/Jvt8sMTWQrw?...

The philanthropic development agency allocated $320 million for projects in Syria over 25 years and will provide more than €100 million ($134 m) in new development projects, with an emphasis on sustainable development and renewable energy, while strengthening humanitarian support. wp.me/pgslGE-19k

The new lira whose symbols represent Syrians’ shared cultural legacy signifies a visual and financial break from the past. President Al-Sharaa presented the new banknotes as a statement heralding the start of a new chapter with restored confidence in Syria’s currency and its future. wp.me/pgslGE-19h

The Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management launched an electronic platform to strengthen community readiness and to share responsibility with the state for disaster response. The aim is to build a flexible volunteer system, improve emergency response, and promote solidarity. wp.me/pgslGE-19f

For Syrians facing displacement, serious illness, and loss of limbs, the Qatar Red Crescent is providing humanitarian and medical support. It is offering advanced medical treatments for cancer patients, amputees, people with disabilities, and those with no access to medical care. wp.me/pgslGE-19d

In this video, Syifa Adriana walks through Old Damascus, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, exploring daily life beyond the headlines — found in its streets, cafés, workshops, homes, and the quiet rhythms of art, craft, and conversation. youtu.be/2MAV53dJFOE?...

𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲 In a New Year’s message, the president’s media advisor spoke of the remarkable state-building achievements of 2025, saying Assad’s fall was not a military victory alone but required the will of the people. wp.me/pgslGE-194

The General Directorate of Antiquities and Museums unveiled a 10-year plan that views Syria’s cultural heritage as a cornerstone of national identity and collective memory spanning thousands of years, and as a part of humanity’s shared legacy. wp.me/pgslGE-190

Interior Minister Khattab stated the ministry is restoring nationwide security through cooperation and ethical policing, prioritizing public safety while vowing to protect the oppressed and hold accountable those who threaten Syria’s stability. wp.me/pgslGE-18X

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯-𝗞𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 The “Jasmine Meets Olive” event featured the riches of cultural diversity, highlighting present collaborations between Arab and Kurdish youth and a shared commitment to free cultural expression and national unity. wp.me/pgslGE-18V

𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟭𝘀𝘁 The Bank’s governor, Abdelkader Husrieh, stated the new lira is not merely a means of exchange, but a symbol of Syria’s successful revolution and confidence in the country’s revival... wp.me/pgslGE-18T

More than 4 million Syrian students returned to classrooms on September 21st, 2025-26 school year, as Syria continues major efforts to restore and modernize its education system.

𝗥𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮 Recent heavy rainfall revived several Syrian rivers after over a year of severe drought, raising hopes for a strong agricultural season and improved water availability to support farming and livestock. levant24.com/news/2026/01...

The Economist named Syria ‘country of the year’ for 2025, viewing its progress as the greatest improvement by any nation by economic, political, and broader national indicators. It said Syria stood out for the scale of change after more than 13 years of conflict and dictatorship. wp.me/pgslGE-18b

6 January 2026. Syria and Israel agreed to share intelligence and explore commercial opportunities to relieve military tension and increase diplomatic engagement. youtube.com/shorts/cPUl4...

The “Shushi” Choir of the Armenian Orthodox Archbishopric in Damascus held a Christmas musical evening entitled “Nativity Annunciation” at Our Lady Church, marking Christmas celebrations according to the Eastern calendar and reflecting Damascus’s cultural diversity. 𝙎𝘼𝙉𝘼/𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝙧𝙖𝙗 𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮

Syria’s industrial sector is showing signs of life. The once-silent factories and markets are reopening, and traders say business is slowly stabilizing. But the path to full recovery remains complex. 𝙏𝙍𝙏 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙉𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙌𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙝 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝘼𝙡𝙚𝙥𝙥𝙤. youtu.be/V4nW6wOpQ3k?...

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮 There is no rational explanation for what has occurred. A despotic regime backed by a military superpower was deposed in a bloodless coup by a band of revolutionaries in eleven days. The coup was orchestrated by a militia leader who seamlessly... 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 ... wp.me/pgslGE-114

The jasmine flower is the official national flower of Syria and a profound cultural symbol of the nation. Jasmine is widely considered a symbol of peace, hope, and new beginnings, reflecting the aspirations of the Syrian people for tranquility and stability. newfaceofsyria.org/gallery/

“The Meeting of Olive and Jasmine” Art Exhibition at the Damascus National Library 𝙎𝘼𝙉𝘼/𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝙧𝙖𝙗 𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮 youtu.be/cA-hiOPbj_8?...

"When we say, 'Damascus is ours, we mean that Syria is ours—this is our shared commitment. In saying this, we affirm that it is for everyone, across all races, religions, and colors. And from here the culture that we want begins." 𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗠𝗼𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗬𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗵

The Great Umayyad Mosque of Damascus, one of the oldest and most important religious monuments in the Islamic world, embodies within its walls centuries of history, faith, and coexistence among civilizations that shaped the destiny of the Syrian capital. sana.sy/en/culture-a...

𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Minister Saleh was born in Qudsaya, Syria in 1985. He grew up in London where he earned a bachelor’s degree in linguistics from London Metropolitan University and a master’s degree in translation from the University of Westminster. newfaceofsyria.org/syrian-trans...

"We are committed, God willing, to Syria reclaiming its rightful place and restoring its ancient glory, from the Middle East to the world." 𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚, 𝙈𝙤𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙙 𝙔𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙝

𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗰𝘆 In these turbulent times, as the world appears to slip further into chaos, people are turning to end-times prophecies for guidance or for comfort. Such prophecies exist in several major world religions—Judaism, Christianity, Islam... 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 ... wp.me/pgslGE-E7

Scenes from the New Year celebrations in the coastal city of Lattakia, Syria. 𝙋𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙤𝙨/𝙎𝘼𝙉𝘼 𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝙧𝙖𝙗 𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮