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The United Nations has revealed that the 2025 Humanitarian Response Plan for Syria has only received 25% of the necessary funding, jeopardizing efforts to assist millions of Syrians in need.
Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad described his recent trip to Washington as "very successful," suggesting that the lifting of U.S. sanctions under the "Caesar Act" is imminent.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani stated on Thursday that the removal of U.S. sanctions under the Caesar Act is a matter of time, highlighting ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at restoring international relations based on mutual respect.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized the significance of developments in Syria regarding President Ahmad al-Shara, expressing concerns about the country's potential for peace.
Discussions are in progress between Syrian authorities and U.S. firm General Electric Vernova and Germany's Siemens Energy to supply gas turbines as part of a $7 billion initiative aimed at revitalizing Syria's energy sector.
The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee has expressed support for lifting sanctions on Syria under the Caesar Act, marking a potential shift in U.S. policy toward the country.
The National Museum in Damascus was robbed last night, leading to the theft of several ancient statues and rare artifacts from its esteemed collection.
In an interview with the Washington Post, Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara emphasized that lifting sanctions is crucial for Syria's recovery and highlighted ongoing negotiations with Israel supported by the U.S.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara departed the White House on Monday following a landmark meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, marking the first visit by a Syrian leader to the U.S. presidential residence.
The U.S. Treasury Department has announced the suspension of sanctions imposed on Syria under the 'Caesar' Act, a significant economic measure targeting the Syrian government.
Ahmad al-Shara's visit to Washington marks a critical step in Syria's reintegration into global diplomacy following the civil war.
Expectations that the visit will witness the announcement of Damascus officially joining the international coalition to combat ISIS.
The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced today, Saturday, the start of an extensive security operation in cooperation with the General Intelligence Agency aimed at pursuing ISIS cells in several provinces.
Germany recorded a notable increase in the number of rejected Syrian asylum applications during October, with 1906 rejection decisions, compared to only 163 cases rejected from January to the end of September, according to data from the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees.
The British government announced the lifting of sanctions imposed on the President of Syria, Ahmad al-Shara, just 24 hours after the United Nations Security Council approved a similar resolution.
The Russian-Syrian dialogue continues along multiple tracks between the relevant ministries and bodies, while economic and energy issues remain a constant part of the bilateral agenda.
The source told the "SANA" agency that Washington is currently moving towards a "direct engagement" with the central Syrian government, supporting efforts to unify the country and rejecting any partition projects.
Damascus quickly welcomed the decision, describing the step as reflecting a change in the international mood towards Syria.
The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced the successful implementation of a security operation in the Sarmada area of Idlib countryside, which resulted in the seizure of a truck and a farm containing quantities of weapons and ammunition that were prepared for smuggling to groups described as "outside the law".
Hamo viewed linking the timing of integration or the issue of weapons to specific deadlines as a "wrong approach", while also noting that the United States remains the most influential party in the negotiations between the two sides.
