A Syrian court sentenced ousted President Bashar Assad and his brother Maher to death in absentia for war crimes and crimes against humanity, marking the first such verdicts since the regime's fall.
Nechirvan Barzani, President of Iraq's Kurdish region, met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus, marking the first such visit since late 2024. Talks focused on bilateral ties, economic cooperation, regional stability, and the integration of the SDF into Syrian state institutions.
Eighteen people were injured in twin explosions in central Damascus, near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying. The devices, one in a parked car and another in a bin, detonated as security forces attempted to defuse them. Macron, in Syria for talks, was reported safe.
Il presidente siriano Ahmed al-Shara ha incontrato il presidente francese Emmanuel Macron a Damasco, condannando le violazioni israeliane e chiedendo il ritiro dai territori occupati. Annunciato un accordo per lo scambio di ambasciatori tra Siria e Francia.
Two IEDs detonated near the Four Seasons hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was reportedly staying, wounding 18 people. Macron was meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the time. The explosions are a setback for Syria's new rulers seeking stability and foreign investment.
Explosions rocked Damascus near the Four Seasons Hotel, where French President Emmanuel Macron was reportedly staying, wounding at least 18 people. Macron was meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the time. The blasts are a setback for Syria's new rulers.
French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria continues after two explosions near his Damascus hotel wounded 18 people. Macron was unharmed and proceeded with his meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria continues despite two explosions near his Damascus hotel. Macron was unharmed, and his meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa proceeded. At least 18 people were wounded in the blasts, and no group has claimed responsibility.
Explosions occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, wounding at least 18 people. Macron is safe, and the meeting continued. This visit marks a significant moment for al-Sharaa's government.
Two explosions wounded 18 people, including four police officers, in central Damascus on Tuesday near the Four Seasons hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron had stayed. The blasts occurred as preparations were underway to dismantle improvised devices placed in a car and a garbage container. Macron's visit to Syria is ongoing.
Two explosions near the Four Seasons hotel in Damascus injured 18 people, including four police officers. French President Emmanuel Macron, who had been staying at the hotel, was safe and continued his visit as planned.
Explosions occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit, wounding at least four people. Macron was meeting Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the presidential palace when the blasts happened. This is the first major Western leader visit since al-Sharaa took power.
Explosions occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus on Tuesday during a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron, who was meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. Macron was reported safe, and the meeting continued. The blasts, attributed to explosive devices by Syrian authorities, occurred days after a deadly cafe bombing.
French President Emmanuel Macron is safe after reports of explosions in Damascus where he was meeting Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa. Videos showed smoke rising near a hotel, and a security source reported two explosive devices wounded several people.
Explosions occurred near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying in Damascus, Syria, during his visit. Macron was safe and continued his meetings with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, highlighting the country's security challenges.
Explosions occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus on Tuesday during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. Macron's office confirmed he was safe and the visit continued.
US President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. The discussions aim to address ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Syria, with Zelensky expressing optimism about ending the war in Ukraine.
President Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Syrian President al-Sharaa at the NATO summit in Turkey. Discussions will focus on the Ukraine conflict and Syria's role in the Middle East, as Trump seeks to end the war in Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa on Wednesday during the NATO summit in Turkey. The meetings aim to refocus attention on the Ukraine conflict and discuss Syria's regional role.
US President Donald Trump advised Israel to be more careful in Lebanon and suggested Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa could address the Hezbollah issue. Trump stated al-Sharaa is ready to act against Hezbollah, though Lebanon's wishes must be considered.
الرئيس السوري أحمد الشرع يواجه معضلة حول دخول لبنان لمحاربة حزب الله، حيث تضغط عليه أمريكا وإسرائيل للقيام بذلك، بينما تحذره إيران وتركيا من عواقب وخيمة. القرار له تداعيات كبيرة على حكمه واستقرار المنطقة.
US President Donald Trump suggested that Syria could be more effective than Israel in resolving issues with Hezbollah, citing Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's perceived ability to manage the group.
Syrian President Ahmed Al-Shar' received an invitation to visit the United States on June 14th, according to a diplomatic source. This comes amid hints from President Trump about Syria's potential role against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
A diplomatic source revealed that Syrian President Al-Shar' received an invitation to visit the United States on June 14. This visit, if it materializes, would be his second to the US since taking office in December 2024.
