May 2023 - Syria Special Weapons News

Anti-Refugee Rhetoric, Forced Deportations of Syrians Increase in Lebanon VOA 31 May 2023 -- As many as 1.5 million Syrian refugees have fled death and destruction engulfing their homeland by crossing into Lebanon. Their presence has drawn more hostility from Lebanese since the country's economic crisis came to a head in 2019.
Imposing Sanctions on Syrian Financial Facilitators US Dept. of State 30 May 2023 -- Today, the United States is designating under Caesar Act authorities two Syrian money service businesses and affiliated three individuals that provide financial support to the Assad regime.
Treasury Sanctions Syrian Financial Facilitators Under the Caesar Syrian Civilian Protection Act US Treasury 30 May 2023 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated two Syrian money service businesses that have secretly helped the Syrian regime under Bashar al-Assad and its Hizballah and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) allies maintain access to the international financial system in violation of international sanctions.
Predictable aid access is essential to ensure the Syrian people have their basic needs met: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 30 May 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
Fresh diplomatic gains must match action on the ground in Syria to end war UN News 30 May 2023 -- Action on the ground must match diplomacy's steadily advancing gains towards ending the 12-year-old war in Syria, where violence is once again, killing a growing numbers of civilians, the top UN official in the country said on Tuesday.
Syrian air defenses shoot down Israeli missiles as regime conducts new air raid on Damascus Press TV 29 May 2023 -- Syrian air defenses have shot down incoming Israeli missiles, as the regime launched another airstrike against areas near the country's capital city of Damascus.
Syria lashes out at France over 'hysteria' on President Assad Press TV 25 May 2023 -- Damascus has lashed out at France over its call for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to stand trial, describing it as an isolated and detached "hysteria."
Assad will not meet Erdogan until Turkish forces withdraw from Syria: FM Press TV 22 May 2023 -- Syria's foreign minister says President Bashar al-Assad will only meet his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan when Turkey completely withdraws its military forces from the northern part of Syria
Line in the Sand: Assad Won't Meet Erdogan Until Turkish Troops Exit Syria Sputnik 22 May 2023 -- Russian and Iranian diplomats have worked tirelessly in recent months to facilitate the normalization of relations between Damascus and Ankara - as part of a broader regional realignment which has seen former sworn enemies of the Assad government restore ties with the Syrian Arab Republic.
Pentagon 'No Longer Confident' Syria Drone Strike Killed Al-Qaeda Leader Instead of Farmer Sputnik 19 May 2023 -- Although it has claimed to be fighting Daesh* and other terrorist groups in Syria since 2014, the US military has never received permission from the Syrian government to operate there. In addition, US forces continue to help occupy the eastern third of the country under the guise of supporting allied Kurdish forces.
Syrians in Turkey Watch Its Presidential Runoff Closely VOA 19 May 2023 -- Amid Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's efforts to normalize relations with Damascus and his rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu's vow to return Syrian refugees to their war-torn country, Syrians in Turkey are watching Turkey's presidential election runoff closely.
Arab League welcomes back Syria into Arab fold, hails Iran-Saudi détente Press TV 19 May 2023 -- Arab leaders have welcomed Syria back to the Arab League and praised the recent rapprochement between Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Assad: Arab League summit 'historic opportunity' to address regional issues 'without foreign interference' Press TV 19 May 2023 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has made his first address to the Arab League summit in 12 years, returning to the Arab League despite the vociferous opposition of the United States.
Syrian President: Summit is Historic Opportunity to Rearrange Arab Affairs SPA 19 May 2023 -- Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad said that the Arab Summit is a historic opportunity to rearrange Arab affairs, which requires repositioning within the multipolar world, emphasizing the importance of building on the positive atmosphere that resulted from the reconciliation efforts ahead of the summit.
Expected Return of Syria's President to Highlight Arab League Summit VOA 18 May 2023 -- Arab heads of state are slated to attend Friday's Arab League summit in the Saudi Red Sea resort town of Jeddah, including the president of Syria for the first time in over a dozen years. The crises in Syria and Sudan are expected to be major topics of discussion at the meeting.
100 days after earthquakes hit Türkiye and Syria, millions of children continue to face desperate conditions UNICEF 17 May 2023 -- One hundred days after the deadliest earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria's recent history, millions of children and families are struggling to rebuild their lives, with 2.5 million children in Türkiye and 3.7 million in Syria in need of continued humanitarian assistance.
Millions of children still facing dire conditions 100 days after Türkiye-Syria quakes: UNICEF UN News 17 May 2023 -- More than six million boys and girls in Türkiye and Syria are still struggling to cope 100 days after the deadly earthquakes that hit both countries, the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) reported on Wednesday.
Syria's President Assad to attend Arab League summit in Jeddah: FM Press TV 17 May 2023 -- President Bashar al-Assad of Syria will attend the Arab League summit in Saudi Arabia on Friday.
Foreign Minister Meets with Syrian Foreign Minister SPA 17 May 2023 -- Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, met in Jeddah today with Dr. Fayssal Mikdad, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic, on the sidelines of the Preparatory Ministerial Meeting of the Arab League Council at the Summit Level in its 32nd session.
Syrian FM, Saudi counterpart meet ahead of Arab summit in Jeddah Press TV 17 May 2023 -- Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad and his Saudi Arabian counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, have met on the sidelines of preparatory meetings for the Arab League summit in the Red Sea port city of Jeddah, discussing the reopening of their countries' embassies among other issues.
Syria takes part in Arab League meeting - 1st time in over a decade Press TV 15 May 2023 -- Syria has attended a meeting of the Arab League for the first time in 12 years.
Press release on international humanitarian assistance to Syrian Arab Republic Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 15 May 2023
Iran's Amir-Abdollahian, UN special envoy exchange views on situation in Syria Press TV 14 May 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has met and conferred with the visiting United Nations' special envoy for Syria on the latest developments in the Arab country.
Syrian advisor urges end to Turkey's occupation, withdrawal of forces Press TV 13 May 2023 -- A senior advisor to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says Turkey must end its occupation of the Arab country and withdraw its forces.
Defense chief: Iran ready to help Syria develop defense infrastructure Press TV 11 May 2023 -- Iran's defense minister says Tehran is ready to assist Syria with its reconstruction process and development of its defense infrastructure in the post-conflict era.
Iran vows to strengthen Syrian army's resistance axis against Israel Press TV 11 May 2023 -- Top Iranian General has vowed that the Islamic Republic will help further strengthen the Syrian army and stand up to the Israeli regime alongside the Arab country.
Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic Faisal Mekdad Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 10 May 2023
Iran FM hopes Syria, Turkiye can reach agreement in Moscow meeting IRNA 10 May 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says he is hopeful that Syria and Turkiye can agree to a political solution to the crisis in Syria during a quadrilateral meeting in Moscow that also features Iran and Russia.
Iran emphasizes need for Syria, Türkiye to resolve disputes through political solutions ISNA 10 May 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian emphasized the need for Syria and Türkiye to resolve their disputes through political solutions.
Top diplomats underline Syria's territorial integrity, roadmap to advance Ankara-Damascus ties in Moscow talks Press TV 10 May 2023 -- Top diplomats from Iran, Turkey, Russia and Syria have wrapped up their landmark summit on the Syrian conflict in Moscow, underscoring the Arab country's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and setting up a roadmap to improve strained ties between Damascus and Ankara.
Syria-Turkey détente must lead to Damascus's sovereignty over its territory: FM Press TV 10 May 2023 -- Any political solution for issues related to Syria must take into consideration Syria's full sovereignty over its territory, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said on Wednesday, adding that Turkey can play a key role in this regard.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks at a meeting with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic Faisal Mekdad and Foreign Minister of the Republic of Türkiye Mevlut Cavusoglu, Moscow, May 10, 2023 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 10 May 2023
Press Release оn the Meeting between Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic Faisal Mekdad, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 10 May 2023
Saudi Arabia, Syria announce decision to resume diplomatic ties Press TV 10 May 2023 -- Saudi Arabia and Syria have announced separate decisions to resume their diplomatic relations, more than a decade after Riyadh cut the ties and began throwing support behind anti-Damascus terrorist outfits.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Saudi Arabia Resumes Work of Its Diplomatic Mission in Syria SPA 10 May 2023 -- The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement, which reads as follows:
Threat of using chemical weapons should not be ignored: Iran's envoy to UN ISNA 09 May 2023 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Iran to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani stressed that the Islamic Republic strongly condemned the use of chemical weapons by anyone, anywhere, and under any circumstances.
Syria's chemical weapons programme is an ongoing threat to international peace and security: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 09 May 2023 -- Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Tom Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
Iran voices readiness to equip Syrian army with most advanced defensive weapons Press TV 08 May 2023 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has expressed the Islamic Republic's readiness to equip the Syrian army with the most advanced defensive military weapons and equipment.
Iran ready to supply advanced weaponry to Syria: Minister IRNA 08 May 2023 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic's readiness to equip the Syrian armed forces with "the most sophisticated defense weapons."
Iran welcomes Syria's return to Arab League after 12 years IRNA 08 May 2023 -- Spokesman of the Iranian Foreign Ministry Nasser Kanaani has congratulated the Syrian nation and government on their return to the Arab League after over a decade.
Iran: Syria's return to Arab League shows region's resolve to reduce foreign interference Press TV 08 May 2023 -- Iran has welcomed Syria's return to the Arab League more than a decade after its membership was suspended by the 22-member regional organization.
Iran Willing to Provide Advanced Defense Weapons to Syria Sputnik 08 May 2023 -- Iran is willing to provide its most advanced defense weapons to Syria to boost security, Iranian Defense Minister Mohammad-Reza Ashtiani said on Monday.
Russia hails 'long-awaited' Syria return to Arab League IRNA 08 May 2023 -- Russia has welcomed an Arab League decision to readmit Syria, expressing hopes that the move would bring about a "healthier atmosphere" in the West Asia region.
Almost $15 billion needed for earthquake recovery in Syria UN News 08 May 2023 -- Syria needs almost $15 billion to recover following the devastating February earthquakes, according to a new UN assessment report launched on Monday in the Lebanese capital, Beirut.
What Does Syria's Return to Arab Fold Mean for Kurds? VOA 08 May 2023 -- With the Arab League agreeing to readmit Syria in the regional bloc, U.S.-backed Kurdish groups are expressing hope that this development will lead to a permanent resolution to the country's 12-year conflict.
Letters to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions of the Government of Syria The White House 08 May 2023
Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions of the Government of Syria The White House 08 May 2023
Syria rejoins Arab League after 12-year absence People's Daily 08 May 2023 -- Arab foreign ministers decided in an Arab League (AL) extraordinary meeting held in Cairo on Sunday to restore Syria's membership in the league after 12 years of suspension, said a final statement after the meeting.
Arab League Agrees to Readmit Syria With Conditions VOA 07 May 2023 -- Arab League foreign ministers, meeting in Cairo Sunday, have agreed to restore Syria's membership in the League after a suspension of over 10 years due to the country's civil war. The ministers also agreed to support the U.S.-Saudi peace initiative to resolve the conflict in Sudan.
Moscow Welcomes Syria's Return to LAS Sputnik 07 May 2023 -- Russia welcomes the resumption of Syria's participation in the work of the League of Arab States (LAS), this will improve the state of affairs in the region, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.
Syria welcomed back into Arab League fold after 12 years in defiance of US Press TV 07 May 2023 -- The Arab League, a 22-member intergovernmental organization of Arab states, on Sunday agreed to welcome Syria back into the fold with immediate effect after more than a decade.
Syria Resumes Participation in Arab League Starting From Sunday Sputnik 07 May 2023 -- Syria resumes its participation in the work of Arab League starting from May 7, the foreign ministers of the organization said in a statement on Sunday.
Top Diplomats of Arab League Nations Approve Syria's Readmission - Iraqi Foreign Ministry Sputnik 07 May 2023 -- The foreign ministers of the member states of the League of Arab States (LAS) approved Syria's readmission to the organization during an extraordinary meeting on Sunday, Iraqi Foreign Ministry spokesman Ahmed Al-Sahhaf said.
Arab Foreign Ministers Decide to Resume Participation of Syrian Delegations in Meetings of Arab League SPA 07 May 2023 -- At the level of Arab Foreign Ministers, the Council of the League of Arab States has decided to resume the participation of delegations of the Government of the Syrian Arab Republic in the meetings of the Council of the League of Arab States, and all its affiliated organizations and agencies, as of today. The Council issued this resolution in its extraordinary session held today at the Arab League headquarters to discuss developments in Syria.
Syria urges dialogue, joint action to face challenges after returning to Arab League Press TV 07 May 2023 -- Syria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates has welcomed a decision by the Arab League to bring Damascus back to its fold, stressing the importance of dialogue and joint action to confront the challenges facing the Arab world.
Raeisi says Iran committed to supporting Syria, confident victory will come Press TV 06 May 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has reiterated the Islamic Republic's unrelenting support for Syria and the resistance axis, saying the Arab country would certainly achieve final victory in the face of enemies.
April 2023 Month in Review: The Defeat ISIS Mission in Iraq and Syria CENTCOM 05 May 2023 -- During the month of April 2023, U.S. Central Command, along with coalition and other partners, conducted a total of 35 D-ISIS operations, resulting in 13 ISIS operatives killed and 28 detained.
President Raeisi: Syria visit a 'turning point' in bilateral ties Press TV 05 May 2023 -- President Raeisi has described his two-day visit to Syria as a turning point in promoting economic, political and security relations, saying the aim of the trip was to honor the spirited resistance of the Syrian government and nation.
Iran among world top 10 satellite manufactures, will help Syria build communication satellites: Minister Press TV 05 May 2023 -- Iran is among the world's top 10 countries capable of manufacturing and launching satellites and is ready to help Syria build communications satellites, says Minister of Communications and Information Technology Issa Zarepour.
Strategic cooperation deal marks new chapter in Tehran-Damascus relations, Raeisi says Press TV 04 May 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has lauded a comprehensive agreement on long-term strategic cooperation between Tehran and Damascus, saying the deal marks the beginning of a new chapter in "brotherly and friendly ties" between the two Muslim nations.
Syria's return to Arab League 'very likely' during next summit in Saudi Arabia: Aboul Gheit Press TV 04 May 2023 -- Secretary General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit says there is a very high chance for restoration of Syria's membership in the 22-member regional organization as a founding member during the next Arab summit in Saudi Arabia later this month.
Raeisi's historic Syria visit manifests success of Iran's regional diplomacy: FM Press TV 03 May 2023 -- The Iranian foreign minister says President Ebrahim Raeisi's forthcoming visit to Syria is a clear manifestation of the success of Tehran's policy of initiating regional convergence.
Iran, Syria proved they were right in pursuing resistance, Raisi tells Assad IRNA 03 May 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has said that the victory of Iran and Syria in their joint fight against terrorism and Takfiri militancy proved that the two countries were right in their policy of pursuing resistance.
Iranian president arrives in Syria for historic visit IRNA 03 May 2023 -- Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi has arrived in Syria for a historic visit to the Arab country amid deepening relations between the two key members of the regional alliance against the Zionist regime.
Raisi's Syria visit manifests success of 'regional convergence' policy: Iran FM IRNA 03 May 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says President Ebrahim Raisi's upcoming visit to Syria is a manifestation of his administration's success in implementing a policy of regional convergence.
Legitimacy of Iran, Syria's position fully proven: President Raisi ISNA 03 May 2023 -- Presidents of Iran and Syria attended the meeting of the high-ranking delegations of the two countries, and emphasized that the relations between Tehran and Damascus, even in difficult periods, despite the severe political and security storms in the Middle East region, have been stable, stressing, "Regional and extra-regional changes have not been able to affect the brotherly relations of the two countries".
Bashar al-Assad officially welcomes Iranian President ISNA 03 May 2023 -- The official welcoming ceremony of the President of Syria to Ayatollah Ebrahim Raisi was held in the Presidential Palace of Syrian, the People's Palace.
Relations between Iran, Syria completely strategic: President Raisi ISNA 03 May 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was seen off by First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber and Hojatoleslam val-Moslemin Mohsen Qomi, the Deputy Director of International Communications of the Office of the Supreme Leader and a group of cabinet members on Wednesday before departing for Damascus.
President Raeisi: Syria emerges victorious despite sanctions, threats Press TV 03 May 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says Syria has managed to overcome difficulties and emerge victorious in spite of all the threats and sanctions targeting the Arab country.
Iran's President arrives in Syria for historic visit Press TV 03 May 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi has arrived in Damascus for a historic visit aimed at boosting bilateral ties as Syria has launched the reconstruction season after more than a decade of war with foreign-backed terrorist groups.
Syria: Israeli air strikes nothing but failed attempts to change region's status quo Press TV 03 May 2023 -- Syria has condemned the recent Israeli air strikes against the international airport in the country's northern city of Aleppo, saying the raids are part of "desperate attempts" by the occupying regime to change the region's status quo.
Raeisi's 'strategic' visit to Syria aims to reinforce resistance axis: Tehran Press TV 02 May 2023 -- The Iranian administration's spokesman says a planned visit by President Ebrahim Raeisi to Syria will focus on boosting bilateral relations and reinforcing the Axis of Resistance.
Israel launches fresh missile strike on Syria, targeting Aleppo Intl. Airport, killing soldier Press TV 02 May 2023 -- Israel has carried out a fresh missile strike on Syria's northwestern city of Aleppo, causing casualties and material damage.
Syrian Soldier Killed, 7 Injured as Aleppo Airport Closed Over Israeli Attack - State Media Sputnik 01 May 2023 -- One soldier was killed and seven other people were injured late Monday during an Israeli attack on Syria's Aleppo, state media reported.
Syrian president hails China's support for Syria, peacemaking role in Mideast People's Daily 01 May 2023 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has hailed China's supportive stance toward Syria and its role in solving critical regional issues, including the Iranian-Saudi reconciliation.
Top Arab diplomats discuss normalization of relations with Syria, bringing it back to Arab fold Press TV 01 May 2023 -- A group of Arab foreign ministers have met with their Syrian counterpart in Jordan to discuss how to normalize diplomatic ties with Damascus and bring the country back to the Arab fold.

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