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Experts from Japan’s International Cooperation Agency (JICA) meet with Syria’s Directorate-General of Antiquities and Museums (DGAM) in Damascus. (L24)Japan partners with Syria to restore old cities of Damascus and Aleppo—UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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.
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Interview with President al-Sharaa airs on “60 Minutes,” major American news program. (video still, CBS – 60 minutes)President calls for global support to rebuild Syria on popular American TV news program
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.
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Syria joins World Health Summit for the first time
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.
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Community solidarity generates model for rebuilding Syria’s cities
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.
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Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and his Lebanese counterpart, Youssef Raji, during Beirut press conference, October 10, 2025. (SANA)Syria seeks to transform relations with neighboring Lebanon
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.”
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Finance Minister calls repeal of US Caesar Act a milestone in Syria’s recovery
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.”
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Palestinians celebrate announcement of Hamas-Israel ceasefire, October 8, 2025. (AP-Jihad al-Sharafi)Syria expresses hope for an end to civilian suffering with Gaza ceasefire
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.”
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Syria is ready to begin a new chapter in its recovery, declares social affairs minister
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
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Syria’s Minister of Information, Hamza al-Mustafa, and Jon Finer, former US national security advisor, at Institute of Global Politics in New York. (SANA)Establishing a press rooted in transparency is high priority for Syria
9 October 2025. In a round table discussion with students at Columbia University, al-Mustafa spoke of the government’s goal to overcome the past and establish public trust. Finer observed that successful change is not a linear process, but that “everybody is invested in Syria’s success.”
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Head of the Independent Institution for Missing Persons in Syria (IIMP), Karla Quintana. (UN Photo-Manuel Elías)Finding truth about missing persons: “a cornerstone of Syria’s path toward justice and reconciliation”
8 October 2025. Karla Quintana, assistant UN Secretary-General and head of the IIMP, stated that nearly every Syrian family has been impacted by the painful legacy of missing persons and that finding the truth requires Syrian leadership and global support.
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President Ahmad al-Sharaa and commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), Mazloum Abdi at Paris meeting of March 10, 2025. (Syrian Presidency-Telegram)Syrian and Kurdish leaders agree to a ceasefire—a step toward Kurdish reunification
7 October 2025. Following deadly clashes in Aleppo, Syrian president al-Sharaa and Kurdish leader Abdi agreed on a ceasefire and discussed the Kurds’ political and military integration into Syria.
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Teams of local and international specialists provide free medical care to Syrians
7 October 2025. Two nationwide campaigns deliver free advanced surgeries, expert consultations, and hands-on training across Syria, empowering local doctors, expanding hospital capacity, and renewing hope through humanitarian collaboration and medical excellence.
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Bridge is built between Syria’s higher education system and the world
7 October 2025. The new initiative, led by over 250 Syrian volunteers around the world, links experts abroad with their counterparts in Syria. The goal is to build a modern higher education system aligned with international standards.
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More than a million Syrian refugees returning home need help
7 October 2025. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees stated that nearly half of Syria’s population had been forced to flee during the past decade. Investment is needed to help them rebuild their lives and communities.
Read more at: SANA
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President celebrates parliamentary elections as milestone in Syria’s renewal
5 October 2025. Syrians should be proud of their transition from chaos and war to elections, within a matter of months, said President al-Sharaa. He calls rebuilding the country a collective responsibility requiring all citizens to participate.
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Central Bank of Syria takes measures to build consumer trust
5 October 2025. The bank’s governor stated the new directorate aims to “institutionalize fairness and accountability in how financial institutions deal with their clients” in the goal of restoring consumers’ confidence.
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Rabbi Henry Hamra makes historic bid to represent Damascus in nation’s parliament
3 October 2025. Syrian-American Rabbi Henry Hamra announced his candidacy for the People’s Council in Damascus, the first Jewish candidate for Syria’s People’s Council since 1967. His platform promotes reconstruction, economic growth, and lifting the US Caesar Act sanctions. He stressed his belief in a united and tolerant Syria, and his aim to bridge Syrian communities at home and abroad. Hamra’s father, Youssef Hamra, the Chief Rabbi of Syrian Jews in NY, left Syria in 1992.
Read more at: SANA
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Representatives of EU countries and global organizations attend Brussels conference on Syrian culture. (SANA)International experts gather to discuss preserving Syria’s cultural heritage
3 October 2025. An international conference titled “Protecting Syrian Cultural Heritage in a Changing Political Landscape,” organized by Hungary, was held at the European Commission headquarters in Brussels. The meeting focused on analyzing the impact of current political developments on Syria’s cultural legacy and proposing strategies for preservation and restoration. Participants represented EU countries—Italy, France, Germany, Hungary, Cyprus, and Greece—as well as international organizations.
Read more at: SANA
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The Turkish foundation for Human Rights and Freedoms and Humanitarian Relief (IHH) opens Damascus office. (SANA)Turkish humanitarian agency expands mission in Syria
2 October 2025. With the opening of its Damascus office, Turkey’s IHH Foundation extends its humanitarian reach across Syria, while aiming to improve efficiency and coordination with local communities. Turkey’s Charge d’Affaires described the new office as a step toward greater support of Syria’s reconstruction and recovery from crippling damages. The governors of Damascus and the Damascus region praised Turkey and the IHH for their essential ongoing support and rapid response to Syria’s need.
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UN Development Programme and Syrian Development Organization launch “Access to Justice” initiative across five provinces. (SANA)New program aims to give Syria’s citizens access to legal services
1 October 2025. The Syrian Development Organization and UNDP signed an agreement to implement the “Access to Justice” project in Aleppo, Homs, Latakia, Idleb, and Damascus countryside. Key components of the program are: rehabilitating Sharia courts, deploying mobile courts, establishing citizen service centers, and offering legal awareness sessions. The initiative supports the Ministry of Justice’s goals to modernize infrastructure, promote digital transformation, and deepen collaboration with international partners.
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President praises the “bright image of the free Syrian”
30 September 2025. Expressing deep gratitude to the Syrian-American community for their warm welcome in New York, President al-Sharaa praised their “deep-rooted belonging to their homeland and firm belief in the duty to revive it.” He lauded their loyalty, values, and pride, stating, “You have proven that wherever Syrians reside, they remain loyal to their roots.” He said that Syria would never forget their “noble stance,” reflecting their authentic character and patriotism.
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White Helmets rebuild bridge to reconnect country’s north and south
29 September 2025. The White Helmets (now officially the Syrian Civil Defence) are working in partnership with the United Nations Development Fund to restore the Rastan Bridge in Homs Governorate. Severely damaged by Russian bombing, the bridge will provide a vital trade corridor for the country and critical transportation access for reviving the local economy. The builders, local White Helmets volunteers dedicated to Syria’s recovery, are said to exhibit remarkable resilience and community spirit.
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Al-Shaibani stresses uniqueness of Syria’s path of transformation
29 September 2025. In a wide-ranging interview with Fareed Zakaria, American journalist and commentator, Foreign Minister al-Shaibani described Syria’s post-liberation era as one of rebuilding, reconciliation, and efforts to achieve peace—nationally and regionally. He described Syria as a free nation emerging from 60 years of oppression, preparing for parliamentary elections leading to a permanent constitution. “The law approved by the Syrian people is what will govern Syria,” he said.
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres met Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at UN headquarters in New York during the 80th General Assembly. (UN)Syria Returns to global stage with UN address and diplomatic breakthroughs
28 September 2025. In a historic speech to the UN General Assembly, the first by a Syrian head of state since 1967, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa declared: “Here is Syria today, returning to its worthy position among the nations of the world.” He acknowledged Arab, Islamic, US, and EU allies for their support in Syria’s rebuilding, and later held meetings with high officials of several nations including Ukraine, with which diplomatic ties were restored.
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Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa makes surprise appearance in Idlib following his return from the UN General Assembly in New York. (SANA)Al-Sharaa said to fellow Syrians in post-UN talk: “You astonished the world.”
27 September 2025. President Ahmad al-Sharaa chose Idlib, where the movement that brought an end to tyranny was born, for his first speech after returning from his UN engagements. Declaring that Syria had “reclaimed its historical place among nations,” he praised Syrians’ wartime sacrifices for regaining the nation’s dignity and pride. Noting the universal support received for Syria’s territorial integrity, stability and unity, he stated: “Our strength lies in our unity, and unity is mercy while division is torment.”
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