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Syria's post-war economy will require 'substantial' international support, IMF says

Since long-time authoritarian leader Bashar al-Assad was ousted in December countries have started restoring ties with Damascus, with some lifting sanctions in a bid to kickstart the economy.

Euronews

Iran says it executed nine members of so-called Islamic State group over 2018 attack

State media said the men had been sentenced to death over clashes in 2018 that killed three members of the Revolutionary Guard and several IS fighters.

Euronews

1,500-year-old Byzantine tomb complex discovered under Syrian war ruins

The ancient tomb was found by a construction worker in war-ravaged Idlib

The Independent UK

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Construction worker makes chance discovery of 1,500-year-old tomb complex

The sprawling complex dates back to the Byzantine era

The Independent UK

Syria to give UN inspectors immediate access to former nuclear sites, IAEA says

Since the fall of long-time leader Bashar al-Assad in December, the IAEA has been seeking to restore access to sites associated with Syria's nuclear programme.

Euronews

Syria's stock exchange reopens after six-month closure in run-up to al-Assad ouster

The move to reopen comes as international restrictions on Syria's financial systems begin to ease in a bid to give the country a chance to rebuild after 14 years of civil war.

Euronews

Saudi Arabia says it will jointly fund Syria state salaries with Qatar

Saudi and Qatari efforts aim to stabilise Syria by funding public-sector salaries and boosting economic recovery plans.

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So-called Islamic State group claims first attack on Syrian forces since fall of al-Assad

The extremist group, which once controlled large parts of Syria and Iraq, has opposed the new authority in Damascus led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa, who was once the head of al-Qaeda's Syria branch.

Euronews

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 government of strongman President Bashar al-Assad was met with brutal crackdown, kickstarting the country’s civil war.

Euronews

US envoy visits Damascus, says Syria-Israel conflict ‘solvable’

US envoy Thomas Barrack praises interim government in Damascus, calls for ‘dialogue’ between Israel and Syria.

Al Jazeera

EU removes most sanctions on Syria but slaps new ones on alleged culprits of attacks on Alawites

The EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced plans to remove sanctions last week, but said the move was "conditional" and that sanctions could be resumed if the new government doesn’t keep the peace.

Euronews

Wheat shipment arrives in Syria as EU passes legislation to lift sanctions

The European Council extended asset freezes and travel bans on individuals linked to the former Assad government.

Al Jazeera

‘I just want security’: fear remains for Syrian massacre survivors awaiting justice

Relatives of those killed in March attacks on Alawite towns worry perpetrators are still at large as investigation draws out

The Guardian - UK

Syria Hails US Lifting Of Assad-era Sanctions

Syrian authorities on Saturday announced an interior ministry restructuring that includes fighting cross-border drug and people smuggling as they seek to improve ties with Western nations that have lifted sanctions.

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Syria’s al-Sharaa meets Erdogan in Turkiye as sanctions lifted

The meeting comes after US and EU agreed to lift sanctions to allow the civil war-hit country to recover and rebuild.

Al Jazeera

US lifts first sanctions on Syria following Trump’s surprise announcement

The president announced the sanctions relief in May, ahead of an unannounced visit with Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa.

Al Jazeera

EU lifts economic sanctions on Syria, following US move last week

Sanctions were levied during the rule of President Bashar al-Assad, who was toppled in December.

International Business Times

Syrians Chase Equestrian Glory In Sport Once Dominated By Assads

For weeks, Ziad Abu al-Dahab has been training for gold at an equestrian tournament near Damascus -- in a sport once dominated by Syria's Assad family and their inner circle.

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Arab League calls for funds to rebuild Gaza at summit in Baghdad

The war on Palestinian territory dominated the summit, especially after Israel approves plans to expand its offensive.

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World Bank says Syria eligible for new loans after debts cleared

Saudi and Qatari payments settle Syria’s arrears, allowing World Bank and IMF to re-engage.

Al Jazeera

Istanbul talks highlight Turkiye’s balancing act between Russia and Ukraine

Since the outbreak of the war, Turkiye has weighed its support for Ukraine against maintaining its ties to Russia.

Al Jazeera

Trump’s decision to lift Syria sanctions fuels dreams of economic revival

Analysts say that sanctions relief will be a boon to Syria, but may take some time to affect the country.

The Guardian - UK

‘Now my kids have a future’: Syrians dare to dream again after years as a pariah state

Promise to lift US sanctions brings closer the opportunity for fresh start that began with toppling of Bashar al-Assad

International Business Times

To Achieve Peace, Syria Must Punish All Crimes: Rights Lawyer

Lasting peace in Syria depends on the country building a strong judicial system giving justice to the victims of all crimes committed during the Assad era, a prominent Syrian human rights lawyer told AFP. "We believe that the Syrians who paid the heavy cost to reach this moment will not…

The Independent UK

‘He’s a hero’: Syrians praise Trump after removal of decades-old sanctions regime

Trump was already popular among many Syrians for his decision to launch military strikes against Assad during his first term in the White House — and last night they celebrated him again

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