War and security
14 Killed in Weapons Depot Blast in Northwest Syria
Officials say cause remains unclear as 14 people die in exploding ammunition storage
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Syria
Stories and evidence records associated with Syria.
General News
Murder of Nader Boulos Tannous in Homs, Syria
A Christian man was killed on 15 August 2026 after a long‑standing dispute, officials say, while several countries condemned the act as anti‑Christian.
General News
US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list
The Trump administration lifts sanctions and delists the Hayat Tahrir al‑Sham (HTS) group, opening a new chapter in Syrian–U.S. relations.
General News
Syria confirms US-mediated talks with Israel in Jordan to ease tensions
Reported by Middle East Eye and PerthNow. First detected August 23, 2026 at 21:52 UTC.
General News
Syria arrests Assad-era officer who fled prison sentence in Austria
Reported by The Times of Israel and Daily Maverick. First detected August 19, 2026 at 08:52 UTC.
Elections
Former Syrian President Bashar al‑Assad sentenced to death
Damascus court finds former ruler guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity in absentia.
War and security
Syrian court sentences ousted dictator Bashar al‑Assad to death for crimes against humanity in absentia
In a Rome‑style proceeding, the ruling was delivered on 11 August 2026 and also named Bashar al‑Assad’s younger brother as a co‑defender. The sentence applies to crimes committed during Syria’s two‑decade war.
War and security
Syria, Russia agree to end military use of key Mediterranean bases
Reported by france24.com and The Times of Israel. First detected August 9, 2026 at 16:03 UTC.
War and security
After more than a year and a half of negotiations, Syria and Russia have agreed on new parameters of Russia's military presence in Syria
After more than a year and a half of negotiations, Syria and Russia have agreed on new parameters of Russia's military presence in Syria, The New York Times reported, with Syria saying the deal opens the way for a new phase in relations.
Health
At least two people died when bomb planted on minibus exploded near Damascus, state media says
At least two people were killed and 13 wounded when a bomb planted on a minibus exploded Thursday in Jaramana, near Damascus, according to a developing state media report citing the health ministry.