Syrian Arab Republic
EU suspends economic sanctions imposed on Syria
The European Council decided on February 24 during its meeting in Brussels, to suspend several sanctions and restrictive measures previously imposed on Syria under the former regime.
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Israeli Prime Minister calls for disarmament in southern Syria
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for the disarmament of Daraa, Suwayda, and Quneitra in southern Syria saying the new Syrian administration should not enter these provinces.
UN warns Syria faces 50-year economic recovery
Syria needs at least 10 years to recover its pre-war economic levels even with strong growth, while current slow growth rates of 1.3% annually could extend recovery beyond 50 years.
PANNIER: Prince Karim Aga Khan IV obituary
Spiritual leader who mingled with heads of state and royalty leaves behind tremendous amount of grassroots work that will benefit Ismaili Muslim communities for generations to come.
France awards top military honour to Iraqi commander
France awarded its highest military honour to a senior Iraqi commander for his role in combating terrorism, Iraq's Joint Operations Command announced in Baghdad.
New Aga Khan takes helm of Ismaili Shi'ite Muslims
Prince Rahim al-Hussaini has been named the new Aga Khan, becoming spiritual leader of 15mn Ismaili Muslims following the death of his father in Lisbon aged 88.
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the Ismaili, passes away at 88
Billionaire philanthropist invested his fortune in lifting up communities around the world, particularly the Pamiri peoples of Tajikistan.
Turkey could set up airbases in Syria’s desert, brief Damascus sources
Speculation over Ankara’s intentions mounts as interim Syrian president al-Sharaa meets Turkish leader Erdogan.
COMMENT: Everyone wants a piece of the post-war Syria pie
Syria’s rapid political shift and bold economic reforms are drawing global investors and diplomats to Damascus. Can the new leadership turn post-conflict ambition into lasting stability?
Saudi crown prince receives Syrian President al-Sharaa in Riyadh
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visited Saudi Arabia for the first time as Riyadh seeks to capitalise on the collapse of the al-Assad regime in December.