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Following Syria's official removal from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism, President Ahmed al-Sharaa marked the occasion by using a credit card in Damascus.
Türkiye’s Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar held a meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus. The discussions focused on bilateral ties and potential areas of cooperation between the two countries.
Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa stated that Damascus is seeking a security agreement with Israel. This announcement signals a potential shift in diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani has embarked on a diplomatic tour from Riyadh to Moscow, leading President Ahmed al-Sharaa's efforts to open a new chapter in Middle East relations.
Farmers in Syria's 'breadbasket' region are protesting against President Ahmed al-Sharaa's economic liberalisation policies, which they claim are causing hardship and could destabilise the fragile country.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced the first cabinet reshuffle since the ooster of Assad. No official reason was provided for the changes.
A brief alcohol ban in Damascus has sparked concerns among critics who warn it could signal a shift towards more restrictions under President Ahmed al-Sharaa, given his past ties to jihadist groups.
A video showing interim Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Julani, watching a dance performance to a Missy Elliott song has gone viral.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stated that a strengthened partnership between Syria and Türkiye could serve as a cornerstone for regional stability and global security.
Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa was seen struggling to open a water bottle during a state visit to London, specifically at Chatham House, a moment that has since amused online users.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa have reiterated their goal for 80% of Syrian refugees in Germany to return to Syria within three years, aiming for approximately 200,000 returns annually, with an initial focus on Syria taking back its criminal citizens, following al-Sharaa's visit to Berlin where Merz's government emphasized a tougher stance on refugees and migrants.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stated his government is working to keep the country out of the ongoing Middle East conflict, emphasizing good relations with all regional countries.
Islamic State terrorists killed four Syrian government security personnel at a checkpoint west of Raqqa city, highlighting an escalation in attacks by the jihadist group against President Ahmed al-Sharaa's government.
In a historic shift, Syrian Kurdish fighters have agreed to place themselves under the authority of President Ahmed al-Sharaa's government in exchange for promised greater rights, though constitutional guarantees remain unsecured.
Syria's newly appointed women Members of Parliament include an actor, an engineer, and an extremist's widow, with 15 appointed by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, reflecting a push for inclusivity.
Turkey's broadcast regulator has launched an investigation into government-critical broadcaster Sözcü TV. The probe follows remarks on the channel that described Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa as a 'killer' and 'terrorist,' with authorities stating such language could harm relations with Syria.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa completed the formation of the transitional parliament by appointing 70 members, including the well-known Syrian actress Rozina Lazkani.
The Group of Seven (G7) nations has invited Syria, to be represented by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, to attend its upcoming summit in France as a guest nation.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has decided to remove two of his brothers from high-ranking government positions following widespread criticism and accusations of nepotism.
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides revealed that attempts were made to prevent Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa from attending last week's summit of European and regional leaders in Nicosia. Al-Sharaa ultimately participated alongside Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa inaugurated a fully renovated indoor sports hall in Damascus, emphasizing his close relationship with sports, particularly basketball, during the event. The new facility cost $3 million.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has met with Kurdish leaders to advance discussions on integrating the Syrian Democratic Forces into the national military.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stated that Israel refused normalization with Syria at the last minute, despite reaching good points in negotiations.
A new UN report documents sectarian violence in Syria, stating that over 1,700 people were killed. Investigators noted that President Ahmed al-Sharaa's government has done little to address the extrajudicial killings and torture of Druze civilians in July 2025.
Turkey's Presidential Directorate of Communications denied reports that its intelligence service, MIT, requested increased protection from British MI6 for Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Militant group calls Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa a western ‘puppet without a soul’
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have been officially dissolved and integrated into the Syrian state military apparatus, following an agreement signed earlier this year with de facto president Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Backed by Gulf countries, Turkey, and Washington, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa aims to leverage Syria's geographic location to transform it into a key energy corridor between the Gulf and Europe, seeking to end 14 years of isolation.
Turkish Navy ships visited the Syrian Latakia port, marking the first such visit since the civil war, following Turkey's hosting of a major NATO summit attended by Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa finalized the formation of the country's first post-Assad-era parliament, which is scheduled to hold its inaugural session next week, marking a significant step in the country's transition after the toppling of the longtime ruler.
Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa initiated Syria's first government reshuffle since the ouster of al-Assad, amidst public protests over poor government performance.
CHP leader Ozgur Ozel has urged Turkic states to recognize Northern Cyprus as an independent country and criticized Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's recent visit to Cyprus.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visited the Gulf last week to build support for Damascus across the Middle East and Europe amidst regional tensions. His efforts aim to position Syria for a more prominent regional role.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stated in an interview at the Antalya Forum that any recognition of Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights is unacceptable, reiterating that it is occupied Syrian territory.
Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated that Kyiv has no connection to the incident in Serbia, where explosives were discovered near the TurkStream pipeline.
Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London to discuss the war with Iran, the fight against IS, and illegal migration.
Syria, under its new government led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, is reportedly attempting to avoid being drawn into a broader regional conflict and the ongoing Iran war, following the end of its decade-long civil war in December 2024.
Turkish intelligence reportedly requested British MI6 to take a greater role in protecting Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa following recent assassination attempts.
The Trump administration is pulling its forces out of Syria as part of a strategic shift, coinciding with the new government of President Ahmed al-Sharaa asserting control.