March 2025 - Syria Special Weapons News

Syria Roadmap - Eastern Mediterranean Quint Meeting. Élysée - President of France 31 Mar 2025 -- Leaders of France, Lebanon, Greece and Cyprus held a conference call with the Interim President of the Syrian Transition authority in Paris, on March 28th, 2025.
OIC General Secretariat Welcomes Formation of New Syria Government Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 31 Mar 2025 -- The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed the formation of the new Syrian government.
Statement by High Representative/Vice-President Kallas, Commissioner Šuica and Commissioner Lahbib on the formation of the new transitional government in Syria European Commission 31 Mar 2025 -- The European Union welcomes the formation of the new transitional government in Syria.
Statement on new transitional government in Syria Spain MFA 31 Mar 2025
Gunmen kill 12 civilians in western, central Syria on 1st day of Eid al-Fitr Press TV 31 Mar 2025 -- Amid ongoing raids and summary executions by gunmen affiliated with the Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham-led regime, militants have shot and killed at least a dozen civilians, mostly Alawites, in separate incidents in Syria's Tartus and Homs.
IDF Troops Conduct Defensive Activities on the Syrian Hermon Israel Defense Forces 30 Mar 2025
Kurdish-led SDF forces reject legitimacy of new 'transitional government' Press TV 30 Mar 2025 -- The so-called Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a US-sponsored, Kurdish-led militant group, has rejected the legitimacy of the "new transitional government" in Syria, saying it fails to reflect the diversity of the country.
Saudi Arabia Welcomes Formation of New Syrian Government SPA 30 Mar 2025 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's welcoming of the announcement of the formation of the Syrian government and its hope that this government will fulfill the aspirations of the Syrian people.
No: 68, 30 March 2025, Regarding the Formation of a Transitional Government in Syria Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 30 Mar 2025
Syria reinstates Grand Mufti post, forms new Supreme Fatwa Council People's Daily 29 Mar 2025 -- Syria's leader Ahmed al-Sharaa on Friday reinstated the post of Grand Mufti and established a new Supreme Fatwa Council, according to a decree released by the Syrian presidency.
US embassy in Syria tells Americans to leave, warns of 'potential imminent attacks' Press TV 29 Mar 2025 -- The US embassy in Damascus has issued an urgent advisory, calling on all American citizens to leave Syria immediately due to an increased risk of attacks during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, which marks the end of the holy Muslim fasting month of Ramadan.
Upon the Leadership's Directives, Saudi Arabia Hosts Syrian, Lebanese Defense Ministers' Meeting SPA 28 Mar 2025 -- Upon directives from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosted a meeting in Jeddah on March 27, 2025, attended by Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Syrian Minister of Defense Major General Murhaf Abu Qasra, Lebanese Minister of Defense Major General Michel Menassa, and their accompanying security delegations, to discuss issues of mutual interest aimed at achieving security and stability between Syria and Lebanon.
League Secretary-General denounces Israel's repeated assaults on Syria League of Arab States 26 Mar 2025 -- Mr. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, unequivocally condemned the Israeli occupation forces' bombing of the village of Koya in the western countryside of Daraa, southern Syria—an attack that resulted in the martyrdom and injury of innocent civilians.
OIC General Secretariat Condemns Continued Israeli Aggression against Syrian Territory Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 26 Mar 2025 -- The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned in the strongest terms the continued Israeli aggression against the Syrian territory and the Israeli occupation forces' bombing of the Syrian town of Koya
UN Syria Commission welcomes caretaker government's openness to country visits and future cooperation upon conclusion of latest visit OHCHR 26 Mar 2025 -- The UN Syria Commission of Inquiry concluded its latest mission to Damascus during which Commission Chair Paulo Sérgio Pinheiro and Commissioner Hanny Megally met with Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, who offered continued cooperation and access for the Commission's teams across the country. They also met other representatives of the Syrian caretaker authorities, victims and family associations, human rights and humanitarian organizations, lawyers and the diplomatic corps.
US intelligence agencies blame HTS administration for massacres in Syria Press TV 26 Mar 2025 -- A report by US intelligence agencies says the forces of Syria's new administration were responsible for the massacre of hundreds of religious minorities in the country's northwest earlier this month.
Iran urges Syrian regime to act against mass killing of civilians Press TV 26 Mar 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations has called on the ruling Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) regime in Syria to take a "decisive action" against the mass killing of civilians in the conflict-ridden country.
Kingdom Strongly Condemns Israeli Occupation Forces' Bombing of Syria's Koya SPA 26 Mar 2025 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's strong condemnation and denunciation of the Israeli occupation forces' bombing of the town of Koya in the Syrian Arab Republic, which resulted in the death and injury of dozens of innocent civilians.
Defensive Activity of the Paratroopers Brigade and the Yahalom Unit in Syria Last Week Israel Defense Forces 25 Mar 2025
Seven people killed in Israeli strike on Dara'a in southwestern Syria Press TV 25 Mar 2025 -- At least seven people have been killed and several others injured when Israeli military forces launched an attack against a residential neighborhood in Syria's southwestern province of Dara'a, in the latest act of aggression against the Arab nation since the downfall of president Bashar al-Assad's government.
Israel Army Claims Strike on Military Targets at Syrian Bases Sputnik 25 Mar 2025 -- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed a strike on military targets at Syrian bases Tadmor and T4.
As Syria's children step out of the shadows of war, securing their future is more critical than ever - UNICEF UNICEF 25 Mar 2025 -- As families in Syria adjust to a new era in the country's history following 14 years of brutal conflict, UNICEF calls for urgent support to ensure children have a safe and prosperous path ahead.
'Fragility and hope' mark new era in Syria amid ongoing violence and aid struggles UN News 25 Mar 2025 -- UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen briefed the Security Council on Tuesday, pointing to the devastating violence on the coast earlier this month, which marked a grim new chapter in Syria's fragile transition to a lasting peace.
Amid Appalling Civilian Death Toll in Syria, Caretaker Authorities Must Signal 'Era of Impunity' Is Over, Special Envoy Tells Security Council UN Security Council 25 Mar 2025 -- Meeting today - 14 years after the start of the civil war in Syria, four months since the fall of the former regime and weeks removed from harrowing violence along the country's coast — the Security Council heard of the need for accountability and economic recovery so that the country can move towards credible, inclusive transition.
Iran says Syria's interim authorities must ensure safety of civilians in Latakia and Tartus IRNA 25 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Sa'eed Iravani says Syria's interim authorities must take decisive measures to ensure the security of civilians in Latakia and Tartus.
Diplomacy and dialogue are the best ways to achieve a stable future in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 25 Mar 2025 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.
Islamic State Is Evolving, But Has The World Taken Its Eyes Off The Ball? RFE/RL 25 Mar 2025 -- US-backed forces declared in 2019 that the Islamic State (IS) group had been destroyed. But as the past few years have shown, that only marked the end of its quasi-state that controlled territory in Iraq and Syria -- not the threat it continues to present.
Spokesperson statement on the temporary opening of the Margara-Alican border crossing European External Action Service (EEAS) 22 Mar 2025 -- The EU welcomes the temporary opening of the Margara-Alican border crossing between Armenia and Türkiye. This gesture of goodwill not only helps those in need in Syria but also shows the added value of the bilateral dialogue and builds onto efforts towards the full normalisation of relations between Armenia and Türkiye.
Report: Syrian regime's militants kill 72 people in one day Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- The Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham-led (HTS) militants of the ruling regime in Syria have killed 72 people across the conflict-ridden country in the past 24 hours, a UK-based war monitor says.
Israeli forces infiltrate southern Syria, strike Homs Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- An Israeli military convoy has advanced from Tal al-Ahmar al-Gharbi toward the village of al-Asha in the southern countryside of Quneitra, southern Syria.
Syria's humanitarian crisis: 16.5 million in need amid continuing conflict UN News 20 Mar 2025 -- The legacy of the Syrian conflict, which saw the overthrow of the Assad regime in December last year, is that 16.5 million people are in dire need of assistance, making it one of the largest humanitarian crises globally, a senior UN humanitarian said on Thursday.
"Sham" halfway between a painful past and a fresh start - Foreign Minister Baerbock travels to Damascus again Germany Federal Foreign Office 20 Mar 2025 -- With her second trip to Damascus following the end of the Assad dictatorship, Annalena Baerbock is underscoring that we stand ready to provide support for the peaceful transition and for reconstruction.
Foreign Minister Baerbock prior to her departure for Damascus Germany Federal Foreign Office 20 Mar 2025
Israeli jets target ex-military bases in Syria's Homs in new act of aggression Press TV 19 Mar 2025 -- Israeli military aircraft have carried out airstrikes against military installations once belonging to ousted president Bashar al-Assad's army but now used by the forces of Syria's new authorities in the central province of Homs, in the latest act of aggression against the Arab nation.
Human Rights Council focuses on Iran, Syria, Venezuela UN News 18 Mar 2025 -- Top independent experts reported to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday, putting the records of Iran, Syria and Venezuela under the spotlight during the 47-member body's latest session.
Three killed, over dozen wounded as Israeli strikes hit military bases in Syria Press TV 18 Mar 2025 -- Israeli warplanes have carried out a series of strikes on former Syrian army outposts near the capital Damascus and in the southern Dara'a province, in the latest string of attacks targeting the country's military infrastructure following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government.
Syria's HTS militants enter Lebanese town, ransack homes Press TV 18 Mar 2025 -- Militants aligned with Syria's ruling Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) regime have entered parts of a Lebanese town, ransacking homes, reports say, after shelling of Lebanon's border areas killed several and wounded dozens of others.
UN Human Rights Council 58: UK Statement for the Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic UK FCDO 18 Mar 2025 -- UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic. Delivered by the UK Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
Statement: UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini at the Brussels Conference on Syria UNRWA 18 Mar 2025
State Secretary Kravik's remarks at the donor conference for Syria in Brussels Government of Norway 18 Mar 2025
Brussels IX Conference on "Standing with Syria: meeting the needs for a successful transition" - Joint Press Statement by the Co-chairs (High Representative Kallas and Commissioners Suica & Lahbib) and Foreign Minister H.E. Asaad Hasan Al-Shaibani of the Syrian transitional government EC/CEU 18 Mar 2025 -- The Brussels IX Conference on "Standing with Syria: meeting the needs for a successful transition", hosted and chaired by the European Union (EU) on 17 March 2025, gathered key regional and international partners together with the Syrian Arab Republic.
Child killed as Syria's HTS militants shell civilians in eastern Lebanon Press TV 17 Mar 2025 -- A child has been killed and four other civilians injured as militants aligned with Syria's ruling Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) regime launched a volley of rockets at a residential neighborhood in Lebanon's eastern province of Baalbek-Hermel.
Stability and security in turbulent times: Ukraine, Syria and the transatlantic relationship on the agenda of the Foreign Affairs Council Germany Federal Foreign Office 17 Mar 2025 -- The EU Foreign Ministers are meeting in Brussels today to discuss the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East as well as transatlantic relations. This will be immediately followed by the ninth Brussels conference on Syria, which is set to generate crucial momentum for rebuilding the country.
Turkish airstrike kills nine, including five children, in Syria's Hasakah: War monitor Press TV 17 Mar 2025 -- The so-called Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) says at least nine civilians, including five children, have lost their lives when Turkish warplanes carried out an attack on an area in Syria's northeastern province of Hasakah.
Over 1,500 academics, scholars have fled Syria under HTS rule Press TV 17 Mar 2025 -- A new report says hundreds of university professors and academics have fled Syria amid the growing wave of abductions and killings targeting various individuals in the Arab nation under the Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rule.
Syria: Relative of Assad regime's disappeared speaks of anguish in search for truth and justice UN News 17 Mar 2025 -- A relative of two Syrians tortured and murdered by the Assad regime has spoken of the anguish caused by their enforced disappearance during the country's civil war.
Funding shortages risk undermining a 'watershed moment' for Syria UN News 17 Mar 2025 -- Fourteen years of war have left Syria's people in desperate need - but international support is dwindling, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Monday, calling for urgent investment in the country's recovery.
Secretary-General's video message to the Ninth Annual Brussels Conference "Standing with Syria: meeting the needs for a successful transition" UN Secretary-General 17 Mar 2025
Syrian crisis: Switzerland pledges CHF 60 million to support future of Syria and countries in region Federal Council - Swiss Government 17 Mar 2025 -- The direction of future developments in Syria remains uncertain since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on 8 December 2024. In view of the scale of needs there, Switzerland reaffirms its support. At the Ninth Brussels Conference on Syria, held by the EU on 17 March 2025, the director general of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), Patricia Danzi, announced a contribution of CHF 60 million.
Joint press release by the Federal Foreign Office and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development on the ninth Brussels conference on Syria Germany Federal Foreign Office 17 Mar 2025 -- Ninth Brussels conference on Syria: Germany pledges support for an inclusive and peaceful transition process in Syria
Norway funds shipment of grain from Ukrainian to Syria Government of Norway 17 Mar 2025 -- 'Russia's war on Ukraine has exacerbated global challenges related to food security. Through our support for the 'Grain from Ukraine' initiative, Norway helps ensure that food grain reaches those who need it most while also supporting Ukraine's economy', said Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust.
Norway contributes NOK 400 million to Syria Government of Norway 17 Mar 2025 -- Norway will contribute at least NOK 400 million (approximately € 35 million) to Syria this year. The funds will finance humanitarian aid and the reconstruction of infrastructure, including water supply, electricity, and healthcare.
UK pledges up to £160 million to support Syria's recovery and stability in post-Assad era UK FCDO 17 Mar 2025 -- The UK government has pledged up to £160 million in aid to help stabilise Syria following the fall of the Assad regime.
The EU mobilises international support for Syria's transition and the region raising €5.8 billion European Commission 17 Mar 2025 -- On 17 March, during the ninth edition of the Brussels Conference on "Standing with Syria: meeting the needs for a successful transition" hosted by the European Union, the donor community pledged a total amount of €5.8 billion.
EU pledges €2.5 billion to support Syria and the region European Commission 16 Mar 2025 -- Today, in a pivotal moment for Syria's transition, the European Union hosted the ninth edition of the Brussels Conference "Standing with Syria: meeting the needs for a successful transition."
Speech by President von der Leyen at the 9th Brussels Conference on Syria European Commission 16 Mar 2025
Violence in Syria Prime Minister of Australia 16 Mar 2025 -- "The Australian Government condemns the recent horrific violence in Syria's coastal region."
'Time for bold moves': UN urges inclusive transition as Syria marks 14 years of conflict UN News 15 Mar 2025 -- Marking 14 years since the start of the Syrian conflict, top UN officials raised alarm over renewed violence and growing instability, warning that without urgent action, Syria's fragile transition could be at risk.
Security Council Adopts Presidential Statement Condemning Recent Violence in Syria UN Security Council 14 Mar 2025 -- The Security Council today condemned the widespread violence perpetrated in Syria's Latakia and Tartus provinces since 6 March — including mass killings of civilians among the Alawite community — calling on the interim authorities to protect all Syrians without distinction.
UN urges end to violence in Syria 14 years after Arab Spring protests VOA 14 Mar 2025 -- The U.N. special envoy for Syria is calling for an end to violence and for the protection of civilians, as the country grapples with renewed violence three months after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.
UN Security Council condemns Julani government's attacks on Syrian Alawites IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- The United Nations Security Council, in a statement prepared by the United States and Russia on the recent developments in Syria, has condemned the attacks and violence of the government of Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara (Jolani) against the country's Alawites.
Syria: UN Commission calls for renewed commitment to peace, justice, and human rights on 14th anniversary of Syrian conflict OHCHR 14 Mar 2025 -- Syria stands at a crossroads on the eve of the 14th anniversary of its conflict and crisis, says the UN Syria Commission.
Security Council agrees to condemn massacre of Alawites in Syria Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- The United Nations Security Council has agreed to a statement condemning widespread violence in Syria and urging the country's new administration to protect all ethnic and religious minorities, diplomats say.
Analysts see flaws in Syria's temporary constitution VOA 14 Mar 2025 -- Syria's newly adopted constitution is facing criticism from legal experts and political groups arguing that its loopholes could deepen division and instability in the conflict-ridden country.
'Brighter future hangs in the balance' in Syria after 14 years of war UN News 13 Mar 2025 -- The Constitutional Declaration issued by Syria's caretaker authorities marks a pivotal moment in the country's turbulent transition, with UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen expressing cautious optimism about its potential to fill a legal vacuum and pave the way for a "credible and inclusive political transition".
Secretary-General's statement on Syria UN Secretary-General 13 Mar 2025
Swedish Government increases humanitarian support to Syria by SEK 120 million Government Offices of Sweden 13 Mar 2025 -- The protracted conflict in Syria has created a severe humanitarian crisis. Two thirds of the population - around 17 million people - are considered in need of humanitarian support.
Israeli airstrike hits Syria's capital Damascus IRNA 13 Mar 2025 -- The Israeli military says it has conducted an airstrike on Syria's capital, Damascus, claiming that the attack hit the headquarters of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement.
Israel jets bomb Damascus outskirts as tanks advance deeper in Quneitra Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Israel has carried out an airstrike on the outskirts of Damascus and its tanks have advanced into the southwestern Quneitra region in the latest aggression against Syria since the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad.
Statement from Minister Joly and Minister Hussen on the situation in Syria Canada 12 Mar 2025
Backgrounder: Canada announces measures and support for the people of Syria Canada 12 Mar 2025 -- Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development announced measures in support of Canada's concrete commitment to deliver much-needed humanitarian assistance to the Syrian people and to support a transition to an inclusive and peaceful future where all Syrians can live with dignity and security.
EU invites Syria's HTS regime to Brussels after slaughter of Alawites Press TV 12 Mar 2025 -- The European Commission has invited Syria's Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) administration to an official conference in Brussels after the slaughter of hundreds of Alawites in the country's west.
Strikes on Military Targets in Southern Syria Israel Defense Forces 12 Mar 2025
Minister: Israeli troops to stay in Syrian territory indefinitely Press TV 12 Mar 2025 -- The Israeli minister of military affairs says the regime's troops, who seized a "buffer zone" inside the strategic occupied Golan Heights after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, will stay there indefinitely.
Syria: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the recent wave of violence EC/CEU 11 Mar 2025 -- "The European Union is gravely alarmed by the widespread violence in Syria's coastal region over the last days, which has caused a high number of victims, including many civilians."
OIC General Secretariat Welcomes the Agreement to Integrate all Syrian State Institutions Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) 11 Mar 2025
Agreement between the Syrian Interim Authorities and the Syrian Democratic Forces US Dept. of State 11 Mar 2025 -- "The United States welcomes the recently announced agreement between the Syrian interim authorities and the Syrian Democratic Forces to integrate the northeast into a unified Syria."
EU statement on Syria Government Offices of Sweden 12 Mar 2025 -- "The European Union is gravely alarmed by the widespread violence in Syria's coastal region over the last days, which has caused a high number of victims, including many civilians."
World News in Brief: Syria families executed, Duterte arrested on ICC warrant, Sudan's healthcare collapse UN News 11 Mar 2025 -- Days of violence against Syria's mainly ethnic Alawite communities have included the summary execution of entire families, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, confirmed on Tuesday.
What Data Tells Us About The Violence In Syria RFE/RL 12 Mar 2025 -- While the eruption of violence in western Syria has raised questions about the transitional government's ability to control its affiliated factions, it has also brought Russian and Iranian involvement in Syrian affairs into sharp focus.
Syria: Distressing scale of violence in coastal areas OHCHR 11 Mar 2025 -- Reports continue to emerge of the distressing scale of violence in Syria's coastal region since 6 March.
Kidnappings, killings, lawlessness grip Syria under HTS rule Press TV 11 Mar 2025 -- A wave of kidnappings in Syria under the Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rule has reportedly caused residents to fear leaving their homes after dark.
Israeli airstrikes target former military sites near Damascus, in southern Syria Press TV 11 Mar 2025 -- Israeli warplanes have struck former army barracks and outposts near Damascus and southern Syria, in the latest attack on the country's military infrastructure following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.
Syria: Children among the dead amid reports of mass killings and looting UN News 10 Mar 2025 -- Children are feared to be among more than 1,000 people reportedly killed in fierce fighting over the weekend in Syria's coastal northwest, the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) has said.
Statement by UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for Syria, Adam Abdelmoula, on the recent hostilities in Syria, 10 March 2025 UNOCHA 10 Mar 2025
UN chief alarmed at sudden spike in violence on Syrian coast VOA 10 Mar 2025 -- U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed alarm Monday at the sudden escalation of violence in Syria's coastal region, where security forces have clashed since Thursday with fighters loyal to former President Bashar al-Assad, killing hundreds of civilians.
Iran condemns deadly violence in Syria against minority groups, urges end to massacre Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry conveys Tehran's strong condemnation of the massacres against civilians in Syria, denouncing the bloodletting as well as any other hostile and ill-intentioned action targeting minority groups in the Arab country.
Houthi calls Takfiris in Syria tools of foreign powers amid 'genocide', warns of consequences Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement strongly condemns the recent deadly violence in the western coastal region of Syria as an object lesson for Arab and Muslim nations as well as a looming threat to the perpetrators of such crimes and their patrons.
Armenian Minority Living In Fear After Violence Rocks Syria RFE/RL 10 Mar 2025 -- Syrian authorities have ended a military operation against loyalists of former President Bashar Al-Assad in the western province of Latakia.
Nearly 1,000 civilians massacred in Syria by HTS-led forces: Monitor Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- A so-called Syrian war monitor says militants aligned with Syria's ruling HTS administration have killed nearly 1,000 civilians in a series of "massacres" committed in recent days in the western coastal region of the Arab nation.
The Federal Foreign Office on the situation in Syria Germany Federal Foreign Office 09 Mar 2025
Hundreds Of Civilians Said To Have Been Killed By Syrian Security Forces RFE/RL 09 Mar 2025 -- The United Nations and the United States have called on Syrian authorities to take immediate action after it was reported that Syrian government forces have killed hundreds of civilians belonging to the Alawite minority group in recent days.
Statement by UNICEF Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, Edouard Beigbeder, on the escalating violence in Syria's coastal areas UNICEF 09 Mar 2025
UN rights chief raises alarm over escalating violence in Syria UN News 09 Mar 2025 -- The killing of civilians in coastal areas in northwest Syria must cease immediately, the UN rights chief said on Sunday following a series of coordinated attacks reportedly launched by elements of the former government and other local armed men.
UN rights chief demands immediate end to killing of civilians in Syria Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- The UN Human Rights chief has called for an immediate halt to the ongoing violence in northwestern Syria, where entire families have reportedly been killed in escalating clashes, demanding a prompt investigation into the killings and holding the perpetrators accountable.
Türk says killings of civilians in Syria must cease immediately, calls for investigations OHCHR 09 Mar 2025 -- Comment by UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on serious escalation of violence in Syria
Killing of civilians in Syria must immediately stop, demands U.N. rights chief IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk has called on the authorities in Syria to immediately stop the killing of civilians in coastal areas of the crisis-hit Arab country.
Clashes, revenge killings in Syria leave more than 1,000 dead in 2 days Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- A UK-based war monitor says more than 1,000 people have been killed in two days of intense clashes between militants aligned with Syria's ruling Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham administration and armed opposition groups loyal to former President Bashar al-Assad and ensuing revenge killings in the country's western region.
1,000 reported killed as clashes rage on in Syria's coastal regions IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- Intense fighting between Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) forces and armed groups opposing the interim rulers continues in parts of northwestern Syria.
Death toll from fighting in Syria's coastal region tops 1,000 IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- Clashes in Syria's western coast, pitting forces of the interim government against loyalists of ousted president Bashar al-Assad, have reportedly left 1,018 people dead, mostly civilians.
Israel to issue permits for Syrian Druze workers Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- Israel has announced it will issue work permits for members of the Syrian Druze community amid reports showing that the regime is supporting separatist tendencies in the Arab country.
Spanish Government expresses concern over violence of recent days in Syria Spain MFA 09 Mar 2025
The Escalation of Fighting and Civilian Deaths in Syria US Dept. of State 09 Mar 2025 -- The United States condemns the radical Islamist terrorists, including foreign jihadis, that murdered people in western Syria in recent days.
Hezbollah rejects 'baseless' claims of involvement in deadly Syria clashes Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- The Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah has categorically dismissed allegations of involvement in the recent deadly clashes in Syria, describing the accusations as "baseless."
The Chief of the General Staff Toured the Area of Separation in Syria Israel Defense Forces 09 Mar 2025
Defensive Activity of the 474th Brigade in the Area of Separation in Syria Israel Defense Forces 08 Mar 2025
Hezbollah dismisses allegations of involvement in Syria clashes IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- The Lebanese resistance movement, Hezbollah, has strongly rejected allegations of involvement in the ongoing clashes in Syria between loyalists of toppled president Bashar al-Assad and security forces of the interim government.
Arab League expresses concern over deadly violence in Syria IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- The Arab League has expressed concern over the resurgence of violence in Syria, where hundreds have been killed in recent days in clashes between Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) forces and armed opposition groups.
Iraq warns of escalating violence in Syria, calls for protection of civilians Press TV 08 Mar 2025 -- The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has voiced deep concern regarding the unfolding security developments in neighboring Syria, stressing that escalating violence in the Arab nation may severely impact regional security and stability.
What Is Happening In Syria? RFE/RL 08 Mar 2025 -- Syria is experiencing its worst outbreak of violence since the fall of the government of Bashar al-Assad, an ally of Iran and Russia whose family's 50-year rule in Syria ended in December 2024.
Joint Statement by UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for Syria, Adam Abdelmoula, and Regional Humanitarian Coordinator for the Syria Crisis, Ramanathan Balakrishnan, on the recent hostilities in Syria, 8 March 2025 UNOCHA 08 Mar 2025
Spokesperson statement on latest developments in Syria European External Action Service (EEAS) 08 Mar 2025 -- The European Union strongly condemns the recent attacks, reportedly by pro-Assad elements, on interim government forces in the coastal areas of Syria and all violence against civilians.
Statement by Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the situation in Syria Government of Norway 08 Mar 2025
Syrian Democratic Forces, Enabled by CENTCOM Forces, Capture ISIS Cell Leader CENTCOM 08 Mar 2025 -- On March 6, Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), enabled by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces, conducted a raid and captured Salah Mohammad Al-Abdullah, an ISIS cell leader in the vicinity of Shahil, Syria.
Scores killed as opposition forces fight HTS militants in Syria Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- More than 70 people have reportedly been killed and dozens wounded in Syria due to heavy fighting between the ruling Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) militants and armed opposition groups in the west of the country.
Syria enacts curfew in western Syria following internal clashes IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- The Syrian officials have enforced curfew in the provinces of Latakia and Tartus in western Syria over recent internal clashes.
UNHCR urges more support in Syria as 1 million displaced in north-west yearn for home UNHCR 07 Mar 2025 -- Up to 1 million internally displaced people (IDPs) living in camps and displacement sites across north-west Syria intend to return to their areas of origin within the next year, 600,000 of them in the next six months, according to a new survey.
Amid funding crunch, UNHCR issues urgent call to protect women and girls from surging violence UNHCR 07 Mar 2025 -- On this year's International Women's Day, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, warns that critical funding shortages are leaving displaced women and girls at unprecedented risk.
Russia calls on Syria's new administration 'to stop the bloodshed' Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- Russia has urged all leaders in Syria to work toward stopping the bloodshed as soon as possible, amid tensions in the country's Western region.
Federal Council decides to impose additional freeze on assets of Bashar al-Assad's entourage Federal Council - Swiss Government 07 Mar 2025 -- During its meeting on 7 March 2025, the Federal Council decided to impose an additional freeze on the assets of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his entourage. The Assad government fell last December after 24 years of rule. With this measure, the Federal Council wants to ensure that, regardless of developments in the area of sanctions, no funds of the former Assad government can flow out of Switzerland.
Easing of sanctions against Syria on behalf of the civilian population Federal Council - Swiss Government 07 Mar 2025 -- On 7 March, the Federal Council lifted certain sanctions against Syria. In doing so, it is following the decision of the EU, which has suspended various sanctions in view of the change of government in Syria. The decision comes into effect at 6pm on 7 March.
Violence in Syria causes regional instability, invites further Israeli provocations: Iran Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry expresses grave concern regarding the ongoing spread of violence and instability across Syria, warning that the unwelcome situation serves to pave the way for regional instability and further Israeli provocations.
Iran voices concern over developments in Syria IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson in reaction to reports of violence and insecurity in different parts of Syria says that the Islamic Republic of Iran is closely monitoring internal developments in Syria and is following with great concern the news and reports published about violence and insecurity across the Syria.
Foreign Ministry: Saudi Arabia Condemns Crimes Committed by Outlaw Groups in Syria and the Targeting of Security Forces SPA 07 Mar 2025 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's condemnation of the crimes committed by outlaw groups in the Syrian Arab Republic and the targeting of security forces. The Kingdom affirms its support for the Syrian government in its efforts to maintain security and stability and preserve civil peace.
Post-Assad Syria faces critical test over eliminating chemical weapons UN News 07 Mar 2025 -- The fall of the Assad regime has created a historic opportunity to rid Syria of chemical weapons and ensure long-term compliance with the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), the UN's top disarmament official told the Security Council on Friday.
We must seize this opportunity to destroy Assad's chemical weapons programme: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 07 Mar 2025 -- Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria
Amid Evolving Political Reality, Security Council Speakers Urge Breakthrough on Syria's Chemical Weapons Compliance UN Security Council 07 Mar 2025 -- The new political reality in Syria presents an opportunity to obtain long-overdue clarifications on the Syrian chemical weapons programme, rid the country of all such weapons and ensure long-term compliance with the Chemical Weapons Convention, a senior United Nations official told the Security Council today.
Syrian regime declares curfews in several regions Press TV 06 Mar 2025 -- The Syrian regime has declared curfews in a number of the country's regions after mass rallies are held in protest at the regime's increasing violence against civilians.
Syrian Forces Battle With Assad-Linked Fighters In New Surge Of Violence RFE/RL 06 Mar 2025 -- Syrian government forces clashed with "remnants" of the ousted regime Bashar al-Assad, thrusting the Middle East nation's new leaders into the biggest crisis since seizing power in December.
Update on Syria: Lifting asset freezes on 24 entities UK FCDO 06 Mar 2025 -- The UK has lifted asset freezes on 24 Syrian entities, underscoring our commitment to help Syrians rebuild their country and economy
Syrians' hopes for a better future depend on justice for the disappeared, Human Rights Council hears UN News 05 Mar 2025 -- The people of Syria's painful search for a peaceful future took centre stage at the UN on Wednesday as one leading representative of the families of the country's forcibly disappeared spoke of the continuing pain of not knowing their fate.
UN envoy strongly condemns continuing Israeli attacks inside Syria UN News 04 Mar 2025 -- The UN Special Envoy for Syria on Tuesday condemned ongoing Israeli attacks inside Syrian territory and continuing violations in and around the demilitarised zone created as part of a 1974 ceasefire agreement.
UN envoy warns Israel against 'unacceptable' military escalation in Syria Press TV 04 Mar 2025 -- The United Nations envoy for Syria warns that Israel's "military escalations, including airstrikes" on the Arab country risks further destabilizing the already fragile situation in the region.
Israeli airstrikes target air defense battalion close to Syria's Tartus port city Press TV 04 Mar 2025 -- In a fresh act of aggression against Syria since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Israeli military aircraft have targeted an air defense battalion near the Arab country's strategic western port city of Tartus.
Israeli ground forces conduct 'deepest invasion yet' into Syria's soil: Reports Press TV 04 Mar 2025 -- In a significant escalation, Israeli ground forces have conducted their "deepest invasion" into the Syrian territory to date, targeting areas in the southwestern provinces of Quneitra and Dara'a.
Israel threatens to attack city near Syria's capital Press TV 01 Mar 2025 -- Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed the regime's military to prepare for potential further military aggression against Syria, claiming that the Druze population in the city of Jaramana, near the Syrian capital Damascus, is "under threat."
Israeli occupation of Golan Heights destabilizes security: UN Human Rights official Press TV 01 Mar 2025 -- A spokesman for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) says continued Israeli occupation of the strategic Golan Heights destabilizes the security situation in Syria.
CENTCOM Forces Kill the Senior Military Leader of Al-Qaeda Affiliate Hurras al-Din (HaD) in Syria CENTCOM 01 Mar 2025 -- On Feb. 23, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted a precision airstrike in Northwest Syria, targeting and killing Muhammed Yusuf Ziya Talay, the senior military leader of the terrorist organization Hurras al-Din (HaD), an Al-Qaeda affiliate.
Israel pushes for Russia to keep Syria bases, wants Damascus 'weak, divided': Report Press TV 01 Mar 2025 -- The Israeli regime is exerting pressure on the United States to ensure that Syria remains weak and divided, with Russia maintaining its military presence in the country, according to a recent report

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