Syria

Syria, officially the Syrian Arab Republic, is a country in West Asia located in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Levant. It is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the west, Turkey to the north, Iraq to the east and southeast, Jordan to the south, and Israel and Lebanon to the southwest. It is a republic that consists of 14 governorates as subdivisions. A country of fertile plains, high mountains, and deserts, Syria is home to diverse ethnic and religious groups, including the Arabs, Kurds, Turkmens, Assyrians, Circassians, Armenians, Albanians, Greeks, and Chechens. Religious groups include Muslims, Christians, Alawites, and Druze. The capital and largest city is Damascus. Arabs are the largest ethnic group, and Sunni Muslims are the largest religious group. Syria is now the only country that is governed by Ba'athists, who advocate Arab socialism and Arab nationalism.
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Some of the key events about Syria

  • 64 BCE
    Syria became a province of the Roman Empire, bringing significant cultural and architectural developments
  • 661 CE
    Damascus became the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate, ushering in a golden age of Islamic culture and science
  • 1516
    Syria became part of the Ottoman Empire, leading to centuries of relative stability and cultural exchange
  • 1920
    The Syrian National Congress proclaimed the independence of Syria from the Ottoman Empire
  • 1920
    Syria came under French mandate, limiting its independence
  • 1946
    Syria gained full independence from France, establishing itself as a sovereign nation
  • 1960
    Syria's first major oil field was discovered, boosting the country's economy
  • 1963
    A military coup established an authoritarian regime
  • 1967
    The ancient city of Ebla was discovered, providing invaluable insights into Bronze Age civilization
  • 1967
    Syria lost the Golan Heights to Israel in the Six-Day War
  • 1982
    Thousands were killed in the Hama massacre
  • 2000
    Economic reforms failed to improve living standards for most Syrians
  • 2011
    Six Syrian heritage sites were added to UNESCO's World Heritage List, recognizing their cultural significance
  • 2011
    Peaceful protests escalated into a full-scale civil war
  • 2013
    Chemical weapons were used against civilians in Ghouta
  • 2014
    The Islamic State (ISIS) seized large parts of Syrian territory
  • 2015
    Russia's military intervention intensified the conflict
  • 2018
    The reopening of the National Museum of Damascus after being closed for six years due to conflict
  • 2018
    A suspected chemical attack in Douma prompted international outrage
  • 3000 BCE
    The city of Damascus was founded, becoming one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world

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Syrian rebels make unexpected move near major government stronghold

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Secret military moves: Middle East powers send fighters to rescue Syrian leader

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Syrian photographer dies in airstrike while documenting warzone near Hama

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Syrian rebels forced back from Hama after major territorial gains

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Syrian military and rebels clash over key city control in fresh wave of fighting

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Syrian commander's path from shadows to capturing biggest city

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Iraqi leader breaks silence about neighbor's conflict in late-night call to Turkey

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Multiple armies clash in Syria as major city changes hands unexpectedly

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Breaking news: Major city falls as Middle East conflict map changes again

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Breaking news: Major city falls in Syria as global tensions rise in three hotspots

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Quick rebel victory in Aleppo shows dramatic power shift in Syria's conflict

Quick rebel victory in Aleppo shows dramatic power shift in Syria's conflict

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Sudden power shift in Syria: Rebels take control of key northern city

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Iraqi fighters cross Syrian border as northern battles heat up

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Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in unexpected military operation

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Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in unexpected winter offensive

Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in unexpected winter offensive

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Russian jets join Syrian fight as rebels push towards Damascus

Russian jets join Syrian fight as rebels push towards Damascus

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Syria power shift: Major rebel advance puts Russian influence at risk

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Syrian rebels score huge win: Russia's military grip shaken in unexpected ways

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Global democracy shake-up: France and South Korea face unexpected political mess

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Middle East power shift: New conflicts emerge as old players step back

Middle East power shift: New conflicts emerge as old players step back

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Trump picks new Ukraine peace envoy as global events shake diplomatic landscape

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Breaking: Major Syrian city changes hands as government forces pull back

Breaking: Major Syrian city changes hands as government forces pull back

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Trump picks new peace-maker for Ukraine as global events shake diplomatic ground

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Global democracy shake-up: France, South Korea face major political shifts

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Middle East power shift: Fresh Syria uprising changes regional balance

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Syrian rebel chief's unexpected journey: From shadows to Aleppo's new face

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Breaking news: Major Syrian city falls as rebels push towards capital

Breaking news: Major Syrian city falls as rebels push towards capital

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Syria's power balance shifts as opposition forces take control of key territories

Syria's power balance shifts as opposition forces take control of key territories

Northern Syria sees dramatic changes as opposition groups capture hundreds of locations including Aleppo city. Assadʼs regime faces its biggest challenge since 2015 while dealing with economic breakdown

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Syrian rebels make unexpected move near major government stronghold

Syrian rebels make unexpected move near major government stronghold

Opposition forces report entering key Syrian city after intense fighting near its borders. Government-held since conflicts start more than decade ago this city stays crucial for current leadership

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Secret military moves: Middle East powers send fighters to rescue Syrian leader

Secret military moves: Middle East powers send fighters to rescue Syrian leader

Iran coordinates deployment of combat-ready units from multiple Middle-east regions to support Syrian government. Forces from Hezbollah and Iraqi groups position themselves near conflict zones

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 08:14 PM  •  810 views
Syrian photographer dies in airstrike while documenting warzone near Hama

Syrian photographer dies in airstrike while documenting warzone near Hama

A tragic airstrike near Hama took the life of a well-known press photographer during intense fighting. Syrian government forces targeted areas where journalists were documenting military activities

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 06:06 PM  •  643 views
Syrian rebels forced back from Hama after major territorial gains

Syrian rebels forced back from Hama after major territorial gains

Pro-government forces push-back rebels near Hama with heavy air-strikes and reinforcements. The fighting comes after insurgents captured Aleppo and nearby areas in a swift week-long offensive

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 03:43 PM  •  2086 views
Syrian military and rebels clash over key city control in fresh wave of fighting

Syrian military and rebels clash over key city control in fresh wave of fighting

Syria reports pushing back rebel forces near important city of Hama‚ while opposition groups claim victory in capturing soldiers. Recent days saw major territorial changes in Aleppo and Idlib regions

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 10:56 AM  •  568 views
UN meeting turns heated as Russia and US trade accusations over Syria crisis

UN meeting turns heated as Russia and US trade accusations over Syria crisis

A UN Security Council meeting about recent Syria fighting turned into a verbal battle between US and Russian officials. Both nations accused each other of backing terrorism while discussing rebel advances in Aleppo

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 10:28 AM  •  491 views
New UN aid chief plans strict budget control in world's crisis zones

New UN aid chief plans strict budget control in world's crisis zones

UN humanitarian agency gets new leader who plans to cut spending in 2025. **Tom Fletcher** wants to make aid delivery more focused while dealing with multiple war-zones across the globe

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 05:29 AM  •  2341 views
Syrian commander's path from shadows to capturing biggest city

Syrian commander's path from shadows to capturing biggest city

Ex-militant leader **Abu Mohammed al-Golani** changes course after breaking al-Qaida links. His forces now control Syrias largest city‚ shifting power dynamics in long-running conflict

Society, Politics • December 4 2024 , 05:26 AM  •  2925 views
Iraqi leader breaks silence about neighbor's conflict in late-night call to Turkey

Iraqi leader breaks silence about neighbor's conflict in late-night call to Turkey

Iraqʼs top official warns against staying passive while ethnic groups face removal in neighboring Syria. Turkish-Iraqi talks reveal complex regional situation as rebels gain ground

Society, Politics • December 3 2024 , 07:33 PM  •  2347 views
Multiple armies clash in Syria as major city changes hands unexpectedly

Multiple armies clash in Syria as major city changes hands unexpectedly

Kurdish-backed forces open new battle-front in north-eastern Syria while rebels gain ground near important cities. Complex situation unfolds as various military groups fight for territory control

Society, Politics • December 3 2024 , 04:07 PM  •  810 views
Breaking news: Major city falls as Middle East conflict map changes again

Breaking news: Major city falls as Middle East conflict map changes again

Syrian rebel group takes control of strategic city while government forces prepare counter-attack. International community watches closely as power balance shifts in long-running middle-eastern conflict

Society, Politics • December 3 2024 , 03:25 AM  •  2390 views
Breaking news: Major city falls in Syria as global tensions rise in three hotspots

Breaking news: Major city falls in Syria as global tensions rise in three hotspots

Three world-changing events shook different regions this week: a surprising city capture in Syria‚ political upheaval in Georgia‚ and new tech restrictions between global powers.

Society, Politics • December 3 2024 , 01:03 AM  •  2309 views
Quick rebel victory in Aleppo shows dramatic power shift in Syria's conflict

Quick rebel victory in Aleppo shows dramatic power shift in Syria's conflict

Syrian rebels took control of Aleppo in just 72 hours marking a huge change in the long-running civil war. Russian forces stayed mostly quiet while Iran-backed groups were absent from the fight

Society, Politics • December 3 2024 , 12:57 AM  •  1665 views
Sudden power shift in Syria: Rebels take control of key northern city

Sudden power shift in Syria: Rebels take control of key northern city

Syrian opposition forces captured Aleppo in a swift three-day operation marking a major change in the long-running conflict. Russian forces showed limited response while Iran-backed groups were notably absent

Society, Politics • December 2 2024 , 10:57 PM  •  1531 views
Iraqi fighters cross Syrian border as northern battles heat up

Iraqi fighters cross Syrian border as northern battles heat up

Pro-Iran militia groups crossed from Iraq into Syria to help struggling Syrian forces in the north. These fresh troops join existing military units as fighting intensifies near Aleppo

Politics • December 2 2024 , 10:50 PM  •  3184 views
Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in unexpected military operation

Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in unexpected military operation

Syrian opposition group HTS seized control of Aleppo and nearby regions in a surprise military move. The operation marks biggest shift in Syriaʼs power balance since 2016‚ while international players remain busy elsewhere

Society, Politics • December 2 2024 , 10:08 PM  •  3755 views
Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in unexpected winter offensive

Syrian rebels take control of Aleppo in unexpected winter offensive

Syrian opposition group HTS seized Aleppo and nearby regions in a quick military operation using home-made drones. The attack happened while Assadʼs main allies Russia and Iran were busy with other conflicts

Society, Politics • December 2 2024 , 09:55 PM  •  3960 views
Russian jets join Syrian fight as rebels push towards Damascus

Russian jets join Syrian fight as rebels push towards Damascus

Russian military jets launched strikes supporting Syrian government forces after surprising rebel advance. Iranian officials started diplomatic talks while Assadʼs army regroups for counter-attack

Politics • December 2 2024 , 09:12 PM  •  1300 views
Syria power shift: Major rebel advance puts Russian influence at risk

Syria power shift: Major rebel advance puts Russian influence at risk

Syrian rebel groups took control of key areas near Aleppo making their biggest move in years. Russiaʼs grip on Syria weakens as its military faces problems coordinating defense and managing regional ties

Society, Politics • December 2 2024 , 07:54 PM  •  1000 views
Syrian rebels score huge win: Russia's military grip shaken in unexpected ways

Syrian rebels score huge win: Russia's military grip shaken in unexpected ways

Syrian opposition groups took control of key areas near Aleppo marking the biggest territorial change in years. Russian forces face new problems while trying to keep their influence in the region

Politics • December 2 2024 , 07:36 PM  •  923 views