Tag: Syria
Germany to Expel 80% of Syrian Refugees Within Three Years
In the short term, Merz prioritizes the deportation of those who have committed crimes. On Monday, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Germany will return 80% of more than 900,000 Syrians to their country over the next three years, starting primarily with those who do not have residence permits or who have committed crimes. His remarks came […]
March 30, 2026
Israeli Attacks Fuel Exodus of Over 10,000 Lebanese Civilians to Syria
The Lebanese exodus to Syria in recent hours could worsen the humanitarian crisis and congestion at border crossings.
March 3, 2026
Syria Evacuates Al-Hol Camp Amid Humanitarian Crisis
Syrian authorities have launched a swift evacuation of the Al-Hol camp in Hasakah, relocating thousands to Akhtarin in northern Aleppo, in an urgent humanitarian needs. Syrian authorities initiated on February, 17 the evacuation of the Al-Hol Camp in Al-Hasakah province, relocating residents to Akhtarin camp, northern Aleppo. The urgent decision to transfer Al-Hol’s inhabitants stemmed […]
February 17, 2026
New Israeli Incursions in Southern Syria Violate Territorial Sovereignty
Israeli military incursions into Syrian towns like Ain Al Zawan reflect a sustained escalation of violations of Syria’s sovereignty.
February 13, 2026
Lebanon to Release 300 Syrian Prisoners
Following the overthrow of Al-Assad, Lebanon and Syria have sought to strengthen their relations. On Friday, Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Tarek Mitri and Syrian Justice Minister Mazhar al-Wais signed an agreement in Beirut to transfer some 300 Syrian prisoners from Lebanese jails, which the diplomats considered a gesture of cooperation after decades of tense bilateral […]
February 6, 2026
Kurdish-Led SDF Must Be Integrated Into the Syrian Army: Germany
The ceasefire between the Al-Sharaa administration and the SDF was extended for 15 days. On Wednesday, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) must be gradually integrated into the regular Syrian army under a fundamental agreement. RELATED: Ukraine is Not a Distant War: German Chancellor Merz He claimed that […]
January 28, 2026
Damascus, SDF Extend Truce 15 Days Amid U.S. Push to Secure ISIS Prisoners
Syria extended its ceasefire with Kurdish-led SDF for 15 days to support ISIS prisoner transfers amid ongoing clashes. The ceasefire between the Syrian military and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has been extended for an additional 15 days, officials announced late Saturday, January 24, just hours after an initial four-day truce had expired. According […]
January 25, 2026
U.S. Considers Full Withdrawal of Troops From Syria
About 1,000 troops are currently deployed in Syria, most stationed at facilities in the country’s northeast. On Thursday, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that the White House is weighing a full withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria as Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa moves to assert control over the country’s northeast, a region previously held […]
January 23, 2026
Syrian Democratic Forces Obstruct Humanitarian Corridor in Deir Hafir
The Kurdish military group closed roads with concrete and earth barriers. On Thursday, Syrian authorities accused the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) of blocking a humanitarian corridor in Deir Hafir, which prevents civilian evacuations amid the current attacks. RELATED: Syria: Clashes in Aleppo Force Thousands to Flee Kurdish Districts The Deir Hafir administration stated that […]
January 15, 2026
Syria: Clashes in Aleppo Force Thousands to Flee Kurdish Districts
Streets filled with families carrying belongings, pushing strollers, and holding children. On Wednesday, clashes between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) forced Aleppo residents to flee the Kurdish neighborhoods of Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh. RELATED: Alawites in Syria: Killings Continue as the Street Is Mobilized to Demand Protection Streets filled with […]