26 June 2026. Sweden appointed a new ambassador to Syria and advanced plans to reopen its Damascus embassy. The appointment comes following the EU’s May 2026 agreement to renew cooperation with Syria—ending the 2011 partial suspension of cooperation with Syria due to the previous regime.Read more at: ENAB BALADI
25 June 2026. Syrian Airlines is restoring direct service to Europe with a Damascus–Amsterdam route beginning July 2nd in a significant step toward reconnecting Syria to international markets. Along with boosting passenger travel, this route will strengthen economic and cultural exchanges with Europe.Read more at: SANA
24 June 2026. A youth-led astronomy project brings space education to Damascus neighborhoods, offering residents an interactive visual experience. The founder, a Syrian entrepreneur who recently returned after living abroad, seeks to inspire creativity, curiosity in the world and hope in Syrian children.Read more at: LEVANT 24
24 June 2026. Syria received support from the UN Security Council for its pursuit of accountability for the past regime’s crimes, and for anti-terrorism and related efforts. There were calls for long-term investment by member states in Syria’s multi-tiered progress toward stabilization, in the face of Israel’s ongoing attacks.Read more at: SYRIAN OBSERVER
23 June 2026. A tourist passenger ship arrived in Latakia from Lebanon’s Jounieh port, resuming passenger trips between the two ports after years of suspension. The trip is part of the plan for establishing regular maritime routes for travel and tourism between Syria, Lebanon, Cyprus and Turkey.Read more at: ENAB BALADI
22 June 2026. In a TV interview about the crisis in Lebanon, President al-Sharaa stated that Syria is working with regional and international partners to address Lebanon’s immediate challenges and to create a framework for its long-term stability that will examine the underlying causes of instability.Read more at: LEVANT 24
22 June 2026. The Syrian Clothes Bank offers free clothing to families recovering from war and economic hardship, and more. Organizers say the act of choosing clothing helps restore a sense of dignity and personal agency. A volunteer said the experience strengthens her appreciation for the rewards of giving.Read more at: LEVANT 24
20 June 2026. UNHCR says 1.3 million Syrians returned from abroad in 2025. In March 2026, a presidential decree officially committed the state to providing suitable conditions for returning refugees and internally displaced people through rehabilitation of infrastructure and services in war-ravaged areas.Read more at: SANA
18 June 2026. Qalb Lozeh Church, a major landmark within the Ancient Villages of Northern Syria (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), was once a significant center of worship and pilgrimage. Built in the late fifth century, its design influenced the construction of medieval churches across the Mediterranean world.Read more at: SANA
17 June 2026. While Syrian people yearn for swift justice for the Assad regime’s atrocities, legal experts support transitional justice, based on evidence-based fair trials, as the way to reconcile accountability with social stability. Thousands of former military and security officials have been detained and trials have begun.Read more at: SANA
16 June 2026. The event in Homs celebrating Circassian heritage showcased clothing, cuisine and folklore, highlighting the community’s role in Syria’s cultural mosaic. Strong public attendance at the week’s festivities reflects growing interest in preserving Syria’s pluralistic cultural heritage.Read more at: SANA
14 June 26. BUILDEX 24 resulted in 21 signed building contracts, with more foreign companies investing and importers establishing local factories. The finance minister described the fair as “one of the most prominent signs of economic recovery in Syria.”Read more at: SANA
15 June 2026. Syria joined a UN platform tackling human trafficking enabled by technology. UN ambassador Olabi cited Syria’s expertise in combating terrorism and cross-border crime including trafficking, thanks to international cooperation, and pledged support for this global initiative.Read more at: LEVANT 24
12 June 2026. The economic summit held in Gaziantep, Turkey marked a step beyond communications and toward longterm Syrian–Turkish economic partnerships, focusing on shared interests in trade, industry, transport, border crossings, and the Aleppo–Gaziantep economic axis.Read more at: ENAB BALADI
12 June 2026. The 24th BuildEx exhibition opened in Damascus with 710 companies and 1,400 brands from 51 countries, reflecting rising international interest in Syria’s reconstruction, infrastructure rehabilitation and expanding construction market.Read more at: LEVANT 24
11 June 2026. At a UN Security Council debate titled “Advancing Political Solutions in the Middle East,” Ambassador Olabi stated that Syria is pursuing a “balanced and moderate approach” based on dialogue and constructive relations with all countries, seeking to strengthen partnerships and ease tensions in the region.Read more at: LEVANT 24
11 June 2026. Syria joined Qatar and France in a trilateral urban search and rescue training exercise focused on disaster response and rescue operations in urban environments. Qatar’s Interior Minister described the exercise as a milestone in regional emergency response cooperation.Read more at: SANASee more images at: SANA
10 June 2026. At the UN’s COSP19 conference in New York, Minister Hind Kabawat called for increased international support for the rights and rehabilitation of 1.5 million Syrians living with disabilities resulting from many years of airstrikes, explosives, landmines and chemical attacks.Read more at: SANA
10 June 2026. Apamea, one of the region’s most important archaeological sites, dating back to the time of Alexander the Great, has been added to the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO) heritage lists. The inclusion will help to promote and preserve Syria’s cultural heritage.Read more at: SANA
10 June 2026. IAEA Director General Grossi said that Syria’s full cooperation has led to the rapid resolution of questions about the past regime’s nuclear activity. He noted the IAEA had been granted unrestricted access to the sites in question, calling it unprecedented.Read more at: SYRIAN OBSERVER
9 June 2026. At an Africa Day reception at the Foreign Ministry, al-Shaibani affirmed Syria’s longstanding ties with African nations and called for deeper cooperation to confront shared challenges and uphold national sovereignty and independence.Read more at: SANA
9 June 2026. A growing number of policy-makers and investors view Syria as an emerging longterm economic opportunity, driven by renewed confidence, private sector engagement, and its reintegration into regional economic activity.Read more at: ENAB BALADI
8 June 2026. Hasakah, Syria’s largest wheat producing province, is central to the country’s food security. With favorable rainfall and weather conditions, officials anticipate one of the most abundant harvests in recent years.Read more at: SANA
8 June 2026. Syria’s Foreign Ministry held a workshop with government ministries, the UN, and victims associations to review a national strategy to prevent torture, used by the former regime as “…a brutal machine designed to spread terror, break spirits and crush the humanity of Syrians.”Read more at: SANA
6 June 2026. Officials marked World Environment Day by highlighting initiatives that address Syria’s growing climate challenges — from drought to general ecosystem decline. National programs are being strengthened to protect natural resources and support longterm sustainable development.Read more at: SANA
