Voting began in Syria on October 5 for the first parliamentary elections since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime. The voting is indirect, with 6,000 voters electing new members of parliament.
An investigative judge in Damascus has issued an arrest warrant in absentia for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. He is accused of premeditated murder, torture, and deprivation of liberty in connection with the 2011 incidents in Daraa.
Ukraine and Syria signed a joint communiqué on the resumption of diplomatic relations. This happened after the fall of the Assad regime and Syria's recognition of the occupied territories of Ukraine.
After the fall of the Assad regime, 850,000 refugees returned to Syria. The UN predicts this number will rise to one million within weeks.
Syria plans to remove two zeros from its currency and issue new banknotes to restore confidence. The banknotes will be printed by the Russian company Goznak, which has already cooperated with Syria.
A meeting between representatives of Syria and Israel, mediated by the US, took place in Paris to de-escalate tensions. A truce in Suweida, stabilization of southern Syria, and the restoration of the 1974 agreement were discussed.
British Foreign Minister David Lammy stated that Putin is currently not ready for serious peace negotiations with Ukraine. He believes that negotiations will continue for another year.
France's Court of Cassation has overturned a French arrest warrant for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, citing presidential immunity. However, since Assad is no longer president, new arrest warrants can be issued against him, and the investigation into the case may continue.
The Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reports that Russian special services continue an information operation in Syria, offering capsules with allegedly dangerous chemicals on the “black arms market. ” This is part of a campaign to discredit Ukraine and destabilize the situation in the Middle East.
The NACP began checking Danylo Hetmantsev's declaration for 2020, but did not complete it due to martial law. The declaration revealed a loan from the MP's mother to a Lebanese man who is under US sanctions due to his ties to "Hezbollah".
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Syria on July 5, restoring diplomatic relations after 14 years. The visit took place eight months after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime, where Lammy met with the transitional president and foreign minister.
US President Donald Trump, effective July 1, lifted sanctions against Syria, as well as a number of Russian banks, institutions, and individuals, including former FIDE head Kirsan Ilyumzhinov. Among the companies from which restrictions have been lifted is "Rosoboronexport," the sole state intermediary for arms exports in Russia.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to terminate the Syria sanctions program to support stability, but restrictions against Bashar al-Assad and other violators have been preserved. Earlier, Switzerland and the EU also lifted some economic sanctions against Syria.
20 people were killed and 60 wounded in the terrorist attack at St. Elijah's Church near Damascus. The Islamic State terrorist organization claimed responsibility for the attack.
A suicide bombing at the Mar Elias Church in Damascus has left at least 20 dead and over 50 injured. The suicide bomber, a member of the 'Islamic State', opened fire and detonated explosives.
A suicide bomber carried out an explosion in the crowded St. Elijah Church in the Dwelaa district of Damascus. Syrian security forces surrounded the incident site.
The Syrian Ministry of Interior has detained Wasim al-Assad, a cousin of the overthrown president Bashar al-Assad, who is considered one of the biggest drug traffickers and war criminals. He is accused of involvement in drug trafficking and support for the regime, which led to sanctions from the US and EU.
On June 20, 2025, Switzerland lifted several economic sanctions against Syria, including restrictions on financial services and trade in precious metals. This decision follows the actions of the European Union on May 27, 2025.
For the first time since 2011, Syria has made an international bank transfer via SWIFT, opening the door for similar operations. This marks a significant step towards the country's reintegration into the global financial system amid the lifting of EU sanctions.
Copenhagen has overtaken Vienna as the world's most livable city, receiving perfect scores for stability, infrastructure, and education. Vienna lost its lead due to a decline in its security score.
In response to the launch of two rockets from Syria, Israel launched artillery strikes on Syrian positions. The responsibility for the shelling was claimed by the group "Brigades of the Martyr Muhammad Deif".
American Senator Lindsey Graham addressed the Russians, stating that Putin is leading them into the abyss. He emphasized that Russia has become a rogue state because of Putin's actions.
Syria announced reforms in the Ministry of Internal Affairs after the lifting of Western sanctions. They promise to fight human trafficking and drug trafficking, as well as create a transparent civil security institution.
Unknown armed men attacked Russian military checkpoints around the Khmeimim airbase. The Syrian monitoring center reported unprecedented tension in the area.
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas announced the lifting of economic sanctions on Syria. This is done to help the Syrian people rebuild a new, inclusive and peaceful country.
Syria plans to print its national currency in the UAE and Germany, refusing the services of Russia. This is happening against the background of the easing of EU and US sanctions and the conclusion of economic agreements with the UAE.
Negotiations between Israel and Syria took place in Baku with the mediation of Azerbaijan. The parties discussed the situation on Israel's northern border and the possibilities for its stabilization.
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have pledged to pay off Syria's debt to the World Bank, paving the way for funding to rebuild the economy. US sanctions remain an obstacle to full support.
The interim president of Syria said that Damascus had asked Moscow to extradite Assad in exchange for maintaining a military presence, but was refused.
Israel has launched tours of the Golan buffer zone captured in Syria after the fall of Assad. The route includes Mount Hermon overlooking Damascus and the Shebaa farms.
