23 October 2025. Jordan’s exports to Syria rose 390% in the first 8 months of this year; Syria’s exports to Jordan rose 100%. The strengthening of political and economic relations has brought calls for increased cooperation in transportation, energy, and agriculture.Read more at: SANA
22 October 2025. The MED9 Summit signalled a turning point in Syria’s regional reintegration, with leaders of the 9 nations agreeing that peace in Syria is a cornerstone of the region’s security. They called for greater cooperation in reconstruction, economic revitalization, and normalization of political ties with Damascus.Read more at: LEVANT24
22 October 2025. Praising the people of Syria for their resilience and determination to rebuild after years of devastating war, the Republican congressman states: “Syria is capable of becoming a model for overcoming dictatorship and building a future marked by security, dignity, and hope.”Read more at: SANA
21 October 2025. President al-Sharaa received the credentials of the Italian Ambassador, Stefano Ravagnan, marking renewed diplomatic engagement. Discussions were held on strengthening bilateral relations and future cooperation.Read more at: SANA
21 October 2025. Citing major changes in Syria, the UK removed Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from its terror list and seeks to strengthen relations with President al-Sharaa’s government. This follows the July restoration of diplomatic relations after a decade-long rupture.Read more at: ENABBALADI
21 October 2025. Lattakia Port’s rising traffic is a milestone in the nation’s capacity to handle largescale cargo vessels. Modernization efforts have produced renewed confidence in Syria’s role as a strategic hub in eastern Mediterranean trade networks. Read more at: SANA
20 October 2025. Calling the sanctions outdated, Barrack urged the House to repeal the Caesar Act, as the Senate has done, saying it “suffocates a nation seeking to rebuild.” He praised Syria’s renewed ties with Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Europe.Read more at: SANA
20 October 2025. Syria’s Arabic Encyclopedia, a leading scientific, cultural and educational organization, is digitizing its archives to share Syria’s intellectual legacy with global researchers and future generations. It is also documenting the Syrian Revolution and launching an initiative for youth, “Little Encyclopedia.”Read more at: LEVANT24
20 October 2025. Syria participated in Riyadh’s Second Saudi Railways Conference, highlighting regional transport issues and shared efforts to modernize and facilitate the movement of people and goods across borders.Read more at: LEVANT24
18 October 2025. Al-Shibani unveils the government’s strategic vision for foreign and domestic policy, describing a shift from “blackmail diplomacy” to dialogue and cooperation. He said efforts formerly spent on conflict must be doubled in the pursuit of peace and reconstruction.Read more at: ENABBALADI
18 October 2025. During his first official visit to Moscow, President al-Sharaa sought to reset Syrian–Russian relations. While agreeing to respect previous agreements and historical ties with Russia, he emphasized Syria’s independence in decision-making and stated key demands.Read more at: LEVANT24See video at: ALJAZEERA
18 October 2025. In a “CNN Economic” interview, the Director General of the Qatar Fund for Development explained the goal of Qatar’s investment in Syria’s energy sector: to improve Syrians’ living conditions and aid development to stabilize the country.Read more at: SANA
16 October 2025. At a meeting with “Journalists for Freedom,” Lebanese FM Yousef Raji announced a new phase in Syria–Lebanon ties, grounded in mutual respect and noninterference, noting that pending issues are “progressing in the right direction, albeit at a measured pace.”Read more at: SANA
16 October 2025. Syria’s Central Bank will add raised printing to new banknotes to help blind and visually impaired people identify currency independently. The bank governor mentioned his longstanding concern for the rights of persons with disabilities.Read more at: ENABBALADI
14 October 2025. Young Syrians from several provinces united to launch a national mobilization for unity and for rebuilding Suwayda’s education and medical facilities, infrastructure, and basic services. A Druze sheikh lauded the initiative’s embodiment of the spirit of belonging and solidarity.Read more at: LEVANT24
14 October 2025. In a Turkish newspaper interview, Fawza Youssef stated that discussions were held on a mechanism to incorporate the SDF forces into Syria’s military, and expressed hope that the process toward cooperation would continue.Read more at: ENABBALADI
14 October 2025. Syria participated in the world’s largest tech event for innovation and entrepreneurship, for the first time in its history. Organizer Basil Ojjeh says the participation sends “a clear message that Syrian minds are capable of competing and innovating at the heart of the global digital revolution.”Read more at: LEVANT24
14 October 2025. Japanese experts in urban planning visited Damascus to discuss an initiative for rebuilding two cities of major historical significance that were badly damaged in Syria’s civil war. The goal is to preserve their architectural heritage while improving urban life.Read more at: LEVANT24
13 October 2025. Noting that the world failed to stop the massive crimes against the Syrian people during 14 years of civil war, President al-Sharaa called upon the international community to support the nation’s reconstruction, stating the region and the world would benefit.Read more at: SANA
12 October 2025. As part of the summit on global health issues, a session titled “Recovery of Syria’s Health System… Pathways to Resilience” was organized by the Syrian Ministry of Health in cooperation with the German Agency for International Cooperation.Read more at: SANA
10 October 2025. A fund-raising campaign in the city of Rastan attracted 900 donors and raised $3.8 million, reflecting the shared commitment of citizens to restore schools, roads, health services and infrastructure.Read more at: LEVANT24
10 October 2025. Syrian and Lebanese officials agreed to reset relations, shifting from a “tense security-based relationship” to a “developed political and economic partnership,” stated al-Shaibani, to “move with Lebanon beyond the obstacles of the past.”Read more at: ENABBALADI
10 October 2025. Finance Minister Barniyeh calls the repeal of severe US sanctions “a major diplomatic achievement” and stated, “The sanctions are behind us, God willing. Our path forward is one of reconstruction, reform, and development.”Read more at: SANA
9 October 2025. Syria welcomed the Gaza ceasefire as an end to Palestinians’ suffering and an opening for humanitarian aid. Presidential adviser Ahmad Zaidan wrote that ending the aggression “exposed what remains of humanity.”Read more at: ENABBALADI
9 October 2025. Speaking to the UN refugee agency (UNHCR), Minister Kabawat announced that Syria is entering a new phase. With the return of over a million refugees, life is returning to local communities, and reconstruction is a ‘humanitarian imperative’ requiring continued international support.Read more at: SANA
