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Syrian government announces ceasefire with Syrian Democratic Forces

A ceasefire agreement and the integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into the Syrian army was announced following the army's takeover of areas in the east of the country, including military, security and administrative arrangements.

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Syria says IS plotted New Year attacks on churches and gatherings

The interior ministry said it had information that the Jihadist group planned "suicide operations and attacks ... by targeting churches and civilian gathering spots," prompting security to be tightened.

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Trump vows retaliation after 3 Americans are killed in Syria attack

Trump vowed "serious retaliation" after an ISIS ambush in Syria killed two US troops and a civilian, the first fatalities since Assad's fall. Three were wounded in the attack, which Syrian President al-Sharaa condemned.

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Activist urges Germany to retain Syria asylum amid persecution fears

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz argues against granting asylum to Syrians after al-Assad's regime fell, but critics warn the country remains unsafe for minorities and women.

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Syrians in Europe weigh up going home one year after al-Assad’s fall

Euronews spoke to Syrians about their experiences of going back to the country after years as refugees and the push-and-pull factors that made them go. Some were enthusiastic to stay, while others were wary of the country’s future.

Syria

Syria opens first public trial over deadly clashes in coastal region

Half of the 14 defendants were loyalists of ousted President Bashar al-Assad, while the other half were members of the new government's security forces.

USA

Trump vows to support Syrian leadership following historic meeting

Trump welcomed Syria's President Ahmad al-Sharaa into a US-led global coalition to fight the Islamic State group and later said he plans to meet with the Syrian leader again.

USA

Trump to host Syria's al-Sharaa at White House for historic talks

Syria's interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa's Washington trip marks the first visit by a Syrian head of state since 1946. Talks aim to have Damascus join the US-led coalition against IS and discuss lifting sanctions.

Syria

Syria's Al-Sharaa seeks extradition of al-Assad in first Moscow trip

The interim president of Syria arrived on an unprecedented visit to the Russian capital on Wednesday, where he is expected to demand that the Kremlin extradites toppled dictator Bashar al-Assad — who received asylum in Russia following his ouster — to face trial back in his country.

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Syria holds first parliamentary election since al-Assad's ousting

Syria held its first elections since the ousting of strongman President Bashar al-Assad in December in what the people hope will propel the country towards economic stability, prosperity and peace.

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Suwayda violence: Head of Israel's Druze calls on Europe to act

Speaking to Euronews about clashes in Syria, Sheikh Tarif said that "if there had been no Israeli intervention, the Druze community in Suwayda would have been wiped out."

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Alawites flee homes in Damascus suburb after threats from armed group

Residents in the al-Sumaria neighbourhood Euronews spoke to say the Syrian government has done little to protect them.

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Turkey to provide weapons and support to Syria under new defence pact

Syria's interim government has faced mounting challenges in restoring order after nearly 14 years of civil war following the ouster of former President Bashar al-Assad by Islamist-led rebel forces in December.

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Syrian groups demand pluralism safeguards after minorities clash

Syria's post-Assad transition has so far been marred by violence against minorities, raising fears about the future of the country.

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Turkish FM meets Syria's president in aftermath of Suwayda clashes

Last month, Syria requested Turkey’s support to strengthen its defence capabilities following violence that increased tensions in the country and drew an Israeli military intervention.

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Syria wants Russia 'by our side,' foreign minister says in Moscow

Despite having been on opposite sides of the battle lines during the civil war, the new rulers in Damascus, headed by interim President Ahmed al-Sharra, have taken a pragmatic approach to relations with Moscow.