Deadly fighting between Kurdish forces and Syria's national army in Aleppo has led to new widespread displacement. As thousands flee amid shelling, can international mediators stop a full-scale war?

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged an additional EU financial package for Syria of €620 million ($721 million) for this year and next while on a visit to Damascus on Friday. Von der Leyen said the funding would help the Syrian government restore basic services and rebuild state institutions,

Syrian rebels toppled long-time autocratic president Bashar al-Assad in December 2024. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara met in Damascus on Friday with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, according to Syria’s official news agency SANA. She is the highest-ranking European official to visit Syria since the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad in late 2024.

Al Sharaa and EU officials discuss civilian protection, inclusive transition, and post-conflict recovery as Syrian army asserts control over terror group YPG-held Aleppo districts.

Diplomatic gains from Washington, Ankara, and Tel Aviv have enabled—not restrained—Syrian government operations against minorities. One exception exists.

Syria Ministry of Tourism confirms contracts for five-star hotel and Mall Alarab project in Damascus, targeting private investment and tourism

DAMASCUS, Syria -- DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Syria started the process of circulating new currency bills on Saturday as the crisis-hit nation seeks to stabilize the economy as it recovers from the fall of Bashar Assad’s government.