Syria marked the first anniversary of Liberation Day with major public celebrations and military parades across the country. Massive crowds gathered in Damascus’ Umayyad Square to commemorate the overthrow of the Assad regime after 54 years in power. Here’s a look at the nationwide events and what this milestone means for Syria’s future.


Syrians rejoice on first anniversary of Assad's fall

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa repeats the attire that he wore after Assad's fall

In a major diplomatic move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has hosted Syrian political figure Farouk al-Sharaa in Moscow, raising speculation about the future of Syrian leadership and Russia’s long-standing support for President Bashar al-Assad.


Russia-Syria ties: Damascus seeks Putin's backing and al-Assad's return 

The Assad government carried out a two-year clandestine operation to truck thousands of bodies from one of Syria’s largest known mass graves to a secret location more than an hour away in the remote desert, a Reuters investigation finds.


Syria: Assad govt 'secretly' moved mass grave 

An international arrest warrant has been issued against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad over the 2012 bombardment of Homs, which led to numerous civilian casualties. The warrant marks a significant move in holding Assad accountable for alleged war crimes during the early years of the Syrian civil war.


France issues arrest warrant against Assad, charged with war crimes

France has issued arrest warrants for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and six top Syrian officials in connection with a deadly 2012 bombing that killed two journalists in Homs. The attack, which struck an informal press center, resulted in the deaths of American reporter Marie Colvin and French photographer Remi Ochlik. A judicial investigation concluded that the Syrian regime deliberately targeted foreign journalists to silence media coverage of its war crimes.

France issues arrest warrant for Syria's Assad over killing of journalists

Israel launched a retaliatory wave of airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah after a missile fired by the Iran-backed rebels struck near Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport on Sunday. The rare direct hit injured six and briefly disrupted air traffic. While the Houthis claimed they used a hypersonic missile, Israeli media reports denied this.

Israel Strikes Yemen After Houthi Missile Hits Near Tel Aviv Airport

Acclaimed Syrian actress and filmmaker Fawakher Ji has been expelled from the country's Artists Syndicate. The decision comes amid accusations that she showed disregard for the suffering of Syrian citizens and continued support for ousted President Bashar al-Assad. Watch this report for more details!

Acclaimed Syrian actress expelled from artists syndicate over Assad support allegations

#Gravitas | In the final days of Bashar al-Assad's regime, a private jet undertook secret air missions, transporting cash, valuables, and sensitive documents to Abu Dhabi. Watch this video to see what flight paths were taken, and the materials that were reportedly smuggled.

Operation Assad: Secret air mission to transport ex-Syrian president's wealth

Israeli warplanes have launched a significant airstrike on a Syrian military airport, intensifying tensions in the region. The attack, which targeted key military infrastructure, has led to heightened concerns over escalating conflict between Israel and Syria. Reports suggest heavy damage to the facility, with casualties still unconfirmed. This development marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict in Syria.

Israel strikes two Syrian military bases in Homs province despite EU's 'warning'

The Israeli Army has struck a residential building on the outskirts of Syria's Damascus, killing at least one. As per the Israeli Military, this is the same building which acted as a command center of the militant group- Palestinian Islamic Jihad.  Watch this video to find out more.

Syria: Israeli airstrike targets residential building in Damascus

A Syria war monitor reported on Saturday that more than 300 Alawite civilians have been killed in recent days by the security forces and their allies, as authorities clash with militants loyal to the former government of Bashar al-Assad.

Syria: At Least 340 Dead As Syria Government Fighters Clash With Assad Loyalists | WION

A Syria war monitor reported on Saturday that more than 300 Alawite civilians have been killed in recent days by the security forces and their allies


Syria News: At Least 300 Alawite Civilians Killed By Syrian Security Forces, Since Thursday | WION

Protest Erupts Near Russian Military Base In Syria | World News | Syria | WION

Syria has plunged into fresh turmoil as its new authorities launched a brutal crackdown against Assad loyalists. A sweeping security operation is presently underway, following fierce clashes with fighters loyal to the ousted president, Bashar Assad.

Syria clashes: Syrian forces crack down on Assad-linked groups

World: Putin reaffirmed Russia’s commitment to Syria’s “unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.” He also assured continued humanitarian aid and efforts to improve Syria’s socioeconomic conditions.

Putin backs Syria’s ‘territorial integrity’ in first call with new leader after Assad’s ouster

World | Last month, Islamist-led rebels captured the northern city in a lightning offensive, going on to take Damascus and toppling Assad, ending more than half a century of his family's oppressive rule.

Books banned under Assad make it to Damascus shops' shelves

Donald Trump is considering 10% tariff on China from February. Watch to know more.

Donald Trump moves to reshape US trade and tariffs on key partners

The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, met in Rome with European counterparts on ways to stabilize Syria and avert conflict as Turkey threatens Kurdish forces in the war-torn country. Watch in for more details!

Blinken holds talks in Rome on Syria; Italian FM says Western powers seeking stable & united Syria

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated that former President Donald Trump's proposal to purchase Greenland was not a viable or wise idea, emphasizing the importance of diplomatic relations and strategic partnerships in the region.

Donald Trump's Greenland push not a good idea: US State Secretary Blinken

On Tuesday, an unusual scene greeted the Syrians. There were tears of joy ...singing, dancing, clapping...and moments of celebration, much like one would do at a party. For the first time since the fall of the ousted president Bashar al-Assad last month, international flights resumed operations at the Damascus airport. Watch this video to find out more.

Syrians celebrate as first International flight since fall of Assad lands at Damascus Airport

With Trump 2.0 on the horizon, his potential tariff policies could have major implications for global trade, especially concerning India and China. Experts analyze how these tariff moves might affect the economies and trade relationships between the three countries.

Trump 2.0: what will Trump's tariff moves mean for India and China?

Staying with news from West Asia, Syria's Foreign Minister, Assad al-Shabani, has arrived in Saudi Arabia. The visit comes as part of Damascus' effort to renew its relations with Riyadh, following the severance of ties between the two countries in 2012 during the Civil War.

Syria FM Assad al-Shabani In Saudi Arabia On Maiden Trip As New Rulers Reset Regional Ties

Trump's ascension to power has possibly unnerved many leading allies of the US. Most notably in Europe and left them rather anguished. Time and again, Trump has been labelled the 'Disruptor-in-Chief'. Tune into the #Gravitas special year-end edition to find out more.

Trump Effect: Friends Fear Disruptor-in-chief as Much as Foes

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