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Capital city of Syria

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Damascus is the capital and largest city of Syria. It is the oldest capital in the world and, according to some, the fourth holiest city in Islam. Known colloquially in Syria as aš-Šām (الشَّام) and dubbed, poetically, the "City of Jasmine", Damascus is a major cultural center of the Levant and the Arab world.

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US ambassador's residence in Syria reopens as Washington looks to mend ties with Damascus US ambassador's residence in Syria reopens as Washington looks to mend ties with Damascus Washington has yet to formally reopen its embassy in Syria, which closed in 2012 after protests the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:22Published 2 weeks ago

Syrian government and Kurds agree to evacuate families from al-Hol camp Syrian government and Kurds agree to evacuate families from al-Hol camp The agreement to allow Syrians to return from al-Hol camp comes amid a push for closer cooperation between Damascus and.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Trump Lifts ‘Brytal’, ‘Crippling’ Syria Sanctions \| Trump Unlocks Syria’s Economy After Years Of War In a stunning reversal of longstanding U.S. foreign policy, former President Donald Trump has lifted key sanctions on Syria, ending years of crippling economic isolation. The move comes as part of.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:39Published 3 weeks ago

Trump Asks Syria to JOIN Abraham Accords, Offers Sanctions Relief \| Big Push For Syria-Israel Ties During his visit to Saudi Arabia, President Trump met with Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, marking the first such meeting in 25 years. Trump urged Syria to join the Abraham Accords with Israel,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:23Published on May 14, 2025

Trump meets Syria’s 'young, attractive' al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia and lifts sanctions on Damascus Trump meets Syria’s 'young, attractive' al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia and lifts sanctions on Damascus The meeting on the sidelines of a Gulf Cooperation Council summit represents a significant turn.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:06Published on May 14, 2025

'Show us something special,' Trump says to Syria as he agrees to lift raft of sanctions 'Show us something special,' Trump says to Syria as he agrees to lift raft of sanctions Gulf leaders have rallied behind the new government in Damascus and want Trump to follow, believing it is a.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:15Published on May 13, 2025

‘Fresh Start’: Trump Signals Syria Sanctions Relief As Sharaa Dangles Minerals & Trump Tower Deal President Donald Trump has hinted at easing long-standing U.S. sanctions on Syria, citing new overtures from Syrian leader Sharaa and a potential “fresh start.” Sharaa is offering U.S. companies.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:31Published on May 13, 2025

Israel conducts airstrike near Syrian presidential palace following Druze clashes Israel conducts airstrike near Syrian presidential palace following Druze clashes The strike came amid escalating clashes between pro-government forces and Druze fighters near Damascus, which have.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:06Published on May 3, 2025

Israel Bombs Jolani’s Power Base in Syria; Airstrikes Shake Capital Amid Boiling Druze Violence Israel has confirmed launching powerful airstrikes near the presidential palace in Damascus, targeting areas linked to Abu Mohammad al-Julani, the Islamist leader who seized power in Syria after Bashar.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published on May 2, 2025

Haifa 'Under Attack': Houthis' Hypersonic Missiles Hammer Iron Dome, Chaos Grips Northern Israel A ballistic missile launched by Houthi rebels in Yemen triggered air raid sirens across northern Israel, including in Haifa. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intercepted the missile mid-air, but falling.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:16Published on May 2, 2025

Druze protesters block roads in Galilee over deadly Syria clashes Druze protesters block roads in Galilee over deadly Syria clashes Druze demonstrators blocked roads in northern Israel on Wednesday in response to violent clashes between Druze groups and armed.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on April 30, 2025

Syrian Govt Clashes With Druze Minority Over 'Blasphemous' Audio Clip \| Israel Vows To Defend Druze Violence broke out in the southern Damascus suburb of Jaramana after a controversial audio clip allegedly insulting Prophet Muhammad went viral. The clip, falsely attributed to Druze cleric Marwan.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:06Published on April 30, 2025

Syria's Islamist Govt Accused Of Targeting Minorities \| Sectarian Violence Returns To Damascus Deadly violence erupted in Jaramana, a Druze and Christian-majority suburb near Damascus, after a leaked audio recording allegedly insulting Islamic religious figures triggered outrage. On April 28,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:23Published on April 29, 2025

UK lifts sanctions on Syria, says country deserves chance to rebuild economy UK lifts sanctions on Syria, says country deserves chance to rebuild economy The new authorities in Damascus have made a push for harsh sanctions imposed by western countries on Assad's government.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:58Published on April 25, 2025

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US diplomats in Damascus to meet with Syrian leaders who toppled Assad regime The first US diplomats to visit Syria since the fall of Bashar al Assad's regime are now in Damascus to hold talks with the country's new leaders. Sky News - Published on December 20, 2024
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Inside a dictator's family home: Wedding photos, homework and handwritten notes found in Assad's abandoned house We've seen lots of the Assads' palace, but in an upscale neighbourhood of Damascus we found their family home, where they actually lived. Sky News - Published on December 11, 2024
75 Indians evacuated from Syria: MEA Seventy-five Indian nationals, including 44 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir, were evacuated from Syria to Lebanon due to escalating security concerns. The Indian government, coordinating through its.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 10, 2024
In first official statement after Assad's fall, India calls for peaceful & inclusive Syrian-led political process India is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Syria, emphasizing the importance of preserving the nation's unity and territorial integrity. The government advocates for a peaceful, inclusive.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 9, 2024
'Need for all parties to work towards preserving unity': MEA issues statement on Syria India is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Syria, where opposition forces have seized Damascus, prompting President Assad to seek refuge in Russia. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).. IndiaTimes - Published on December 9, 2024

Indian embassy in Syria working, in touch with nationals: Government As rebels seized control of Damascus and declared President Bashar al-Assad ousted, the Indian embassy in Syria remained operational. All 90 Indian nationals in the country, including 14 UN workers,.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 8, 2024
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Assad 'has left' Damascus, says Moscow, as Syrian army declares end of his rule The Syrian government has fallen after a lightning offensive by anti-regime forces across the country - ending President Bashar al Assad's 24-year rule. Sky News - Published on December 8, 2024	Syrian president leaves Damascus on plane - reports The Syrian president has left Damascus on a plane for an unknown destination, two senior Syrian army officers have told the Reuters news agency. Sky News - Published on December 8, 2024
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At least five killed in Israeli missile strike on Damascus, says Syria At least five people have been killed in an Israeli missile strike on Damascus, Syria's military has said. Sky News - Published on February 18, 2023