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Brussels, my love? NATO's warning: we're not at war, and not at peace

In this edition, we hear how Austria is on the cusp of crowning a far-right leader, and examine NATO chief Mark Rutte's plans to mend relations with the EU.

Radio Schuman

Lift EU sanctions on Syria for 'a very good start', says Syria expert

In ten days, EU foreign affairs ministers will gather in Brussels to discuss relaxing the bloc’s sanctions against Syria. The lifting of sanctions was under consideration since the Islamic militia faction HTS toppled Syria’ former president Bashar al-Assad.

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The haunting legacy of Sednaya prison

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk visited the notorious Sednaya prison near Damascus, describing it as "haunted by the memories of utmost cruelty."

Turkey

Erdoğan reiterates Turkish support for Syria's territorial integrity

The Turkish president warned that Ankara would act quickly in response to any perceived threats, a reference to Kurdish groups operating in Syrian territory.

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World News

Syria's new foreign minister visits Qatar for diplomatic talks

Asaad al-Shibani's trip to Doha comes after he hosted the French and German foreign ministers in Damascus on Friday.

Europe News

Ukraine to further support Syria with humanitarian aid, says Zelenskyy

Hundreds of tonnes of grain have been sent to Syria after the fall of Bashar al-Assad as part of the "Grain from Ukraine" humanitarian programme launched by the Ukrainian leader.

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Homs ravaged by destruction, leaving some areas uninhabitable

The Syrian civil war has caused widespread devastation in parts of Homs, turning it into a barren and lifeless city.

Culture news

Syria’s last Jews can return to one of the world’s oldest synagogues

After 13 years of civil war, Syria’s dwindling Jewish community can return to the Jobar Synagogue in Damascus, one of the world’s oldest, where they once gathered for prayers before the conflict left it partially destroyed.

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Elderly Syrian couple returns to ruined home in Harasta

After years under Assad's rule, some Syrians are returning to their hometowns, looking to the future with hope despite the widespread destruction they face.

Syria

Syria arrests top official responsible for deaths in Sednaya — report

The hunt for the former head of the military judiciary under long-time ruler Bashar al-Assad, Mohammed Kanjou al-Hassan, sparked deadly clashes in the west of the country between al-Assad loyalists and government security officials.

Syria

Kurdish forces fight Turkish-backed rebels in northern Syria

The SDF launched a counter-offensive against the Turkish-backed SNA to reclaim areas near Syria's northern border. Clashes have intensified since Bashar al-Assad's fall.

Russia

Russian cargo ship linked to Syria sinks in the Mediterranean

Ursa Major, built in 2009, sank following an engine room explosion, according to authorities in Moscow. The company operating the cargo vessel is owned by the Russian Ministry of Defence.

Syria

In war-torn Aleppo, a glimmer of hope appears among the ruins

Amid the devastation of Aleppo's past and present, Syrians reflect on the harrowing legacy of war, the loss of lives, and the hope for a better future.

Radio Schuman

Ukraine, Trump and Syria dominate agenda at European Council

Today, EU leaders convene in Brussels for the final regular European Council meeting of the year, with key discussions anticipated to focus on Ukraine, Syria, and the implications of Donald Trump's return to the White House.

Radio Schuman

EU should revise sanctions to ease aid in Syria - Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch urged the EU to review its sanctions on Syria, arguing they hinder humanitarian efforts and worsen economic hardship for Syrians.

Syria

Syria's HTS leader says rebel groups will be 'disbanded' to join army

HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa pushed a message of unity in Syria as he sought to reassure minorities in the war-torn country.

Radio Schuman

What to expect from new French Prime Minister Bayrou?

Last week, French president Emmanuel Macron appointed the centrist Francois Bayrou as prime minister to address the country’s deep political crisis following the collapse of Michel Barnier’s government. Radio Schuman asks what will change in France with the appointment.

Syria

Israeli airstrikes in Syria 'most violent' since 2012, monitor says

The Israeli military says it is only hitting military targets in Syria after the collapse of President Bashar al-Assad's rule last weekend following a stunning rebel advance.

World News

Blinken says US has had 'direct contact' with Syria's HTS rebels

Speaking at a press conference in the Jordanian city Aqaba, Blinken said that America and its allies 'have an important stake in helping the Syrian people chart this new path.'

Syria

US, Arab League and Turkey top diplomats discuss Syria transition

The Jordanian Foreign Ministry said the ministers would "discuss ways to support a comprehensive political process led by Syrians to achieve a transitional process."