Syrian Air Defense Repelling Attack Over Damascus

Syrian air defense systems are repelling an attack over the capital city of Damascus and its vicinity, Syrian state broadcaster Al-Ikhbariyah (Alikhbaria tv) reports.

UN Suspends Cash Assistance to Syrian Refugees in Lebanon

The United Nations has suspended the provision of all cash assistance to Syrian refugees in Lebanon for the next month, according to a joint statement by UN representatives issued Saturday. The announced suspension applies to all cash assistance, regardless of the currency in which it is distributed.

Syria Attends First Arab League Meeting in Nearly 12 Years

The Economic and Social Council of the Arab League commenced its ministerial-level gathering on Monday in Jeddah, with the notable presence of a Syrian delegation.

US seeks to create 'Free Syria Army' of terrorists, sic it against Damascus — Lavrov

The United States has set about creating a "Free Syria Army," consisting of terrorists and militants, to serve as a tool against the legitimate government in Damascus, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Wednesday.

Iran Willing To Provide Advanced Defense Weapons To Syria - Defense Minister

Iran is willing to provide its most advanced defense weapons to Syria to boost security, Iranian Defense Minister Mohammad-Reza Ashtiani said on Monday.

Syria receives with interest the decision on its resuming participation of Arab League’s meeting: FM

Ministry of Foreign and Expatriates affairs said that Syria received with interest the decision taken by the Council of the League of Arab which met at the level of foreign ministers in Cairo.

Iranian president arrives in Syria on first visit in 13 years — SANA

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has arrived in Syria, the SANA news agency reported on Wednesday.

Israeli aggression claims life of a soldier, puts Aleppo Airport out of service

 A military personnel was martyred and seven others, including two civilians, were injured in Israeli aggression targeting the vicinity of Aleppo city.

Arab countries advocate withdrawal of all foreign forces from Syria — statement

Arab countries advocate such a political solution to the Syrian crisis that would lead to withdrawal of all foreign forces that are illegally present in the country from Syria, according to the final statement passed following the meeting of foreign ministers of Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Syria in Amman on Monday.

Syria strongly condemns EU decision to boost coercive measures against country

Syria condemned in the strongest terms the new decision of the European Union to boost the unilateral coercive measures against the country, in the framework of its hostile policy in the war on Syria.

Damascus demands compensation from Washington for illegal oil export — Foreign Ministry

Syria urges the international community to put an end to the systemic plundering of its natural wealth by the United States and their paramilitary proxies, the Foreign Ministry of the country said in its statement.

Turkish troops kill 21 'terrorists' in Syria, Iraq: defense minister, determined to eliminate the PKK

A total of 21 "terrorists" were killed by Turkish troops over the past four days in northern Syria and Iraq, Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said on Saturday.

US Rejects Readmittance of Syria to Arab League, Says State Department

The United States opposes the re-entry of Syria into the Arab League, according to State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel.

Syria’s Kurds seek talks with Assad amid regional detente

Syria’s semi-autonomous Kurdish administration said it was ready for talks with Damascus, as the government’s ties with Arab states thaw more than a decade after the country’s war broke out.

Israeli Military Says Drone Crashed over Syria Due to “Technical Malfunction”

The Israeli military announced on Wednesday that a small military drone crashed in Syrian territory overnight, citing alleged “technical malfunction”.

Saudi foreign minister meets Syria’s Assad in Damascus

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has met with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Syrian state media reported, in the most significant step yet towards ending Syria’s decade-long regional isolation.

Terrorist Drones Kill Three Syrian Servicemen in Latakia Province

Three Syrian servicemen were killed and two injured in drone attacks by terrorist groups in the Latakia Province, according to Russian Center.

Arab foreign ministers discuss Syria return to Arab League, no decision

Gulf Arab foreign ministers and their counterparts from Egypt, Iraq and Jordan discussed Syria's possible return to the Arab fold-at a meeting in Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

Gulf Cooperation Council To Discuss Return Of Syria To League Of Arab States

The Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) will hold a meeting of the foreign ministers in the Saudi city of Jeddah to discuss the return of Syria to the League of Arab States (LAS).

Israeli airlines not permitted to fly close to Gaza, Syria until Sunday

Airlines in Israel are not permitted to fly within six kilometers of Syria, Lebanon or Gaza due to security concerns, Army Radio reported early Friday morning.