Rescuers Save 3-Year-Old Boy From 60-Foot Well in Syria
A toddler who fell into a deep well in rural Syria was pulled to safety after a dramatic rescue operation. The Syrian Civil Defense successfully brought the young boy back to his family.
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Syria and Saudi Arabia Launch New Airline by Late 2026
Syria is getting its first budget airline through a partnership with Saudi Arabia, bringing new jobs and travel options by late 2026. The deal also includes rebuilding Aleppo's international airport.
Syria Relocates 24,000 From Desert Camp to Better Facilities
Syria is moving thousands of families from the overcrowded Al-Hol desert camp to improved housing in Aleppo province. The urgent relocation acknowledges the camp's poor living conditions and offers a more humane solution for residents who have lived in limbo for years.
Syria and Saudi Arabia sign $1B+ rebuilding deals
After decades of conflict, Syria is receiving billions in investments from Saudi Arabia to rebuild telecommunications, airports, and connect millions of people. The deals mark a turning point for a nation emerging from devastating sanctions and war.
Saudi Arabia Invests $1B to Rebuild Syria's Future
After years of devastating conflict, Syria just signed historic deals with Saudi Arabia to launch a new airline and overhaul the country's internet with a $1 billion investment. These agreements mark one of the biggest foreign investments in Syria since the civil war ended.
Syria Recognizes Newroz as Official Holiday After 100 Years
For the first time in a century, Syria officially recognized Newroz, the Kurdish new year, as tens of thousands gathered in Damascus and across the country to celebrate unity and cultural recognition. The historic moment marks a major step forward for Kurdish cultural rights in Syria.
4-Year-Old Boy Rescued from 30-Meter Well in Syria
After six hours trapped in a narrow 30-meter well, four-year-old Abdul Razzaq Salloum Jbeir was pulled to safety by Syrian Civil Defence teams in a rescue that captivated the nation. Specialized crews from three provinces worked together to save the conscious child from the dangerously tight space.
Saudi Arabia Invests $2B to Rebuild Syrian Airports
Saudi Arabia just announced billions in investments to help Syria rebuild after years of conflict, including new airports, telecommunications, and clean water infrastructure. It's the largest development package since US sanctions lifted, giving millions of displaced Syrians hope for their country's future.
Saudi Arabia Invests Billions in Syria Reconstruction
Saudi Arabia is committing billions of dollars to rebuild Syria, including launching a new airline and modernizing infrastructure across the war-torn nation. The investments mark the largest financial commitment to Syria since sanctions lifted in December.
Syria's Kurds and Government Reach Historic Peace Deal
After weeks of fighting, Syria's Kurdish-led forces and the government signed a comprehensive ceasefire agreement that reunifies the country's northeast. The deal protects Kurdish rights while integrating military and civilian institutions into a unified Syrian state.
Syrian Families Keep Ramadan Traditions Alive in 2026
Across Syria, families are preserving centuries-old Ramadan customs, from polishing copper pots to "whitening the table" with yogurt dishes. Despite years of hardship, these cherished rituals continue to unite communities and pass joy to the next generation.
3,500-Year-Old Loom Preserved by Fire in Spain
A devastating Bronze Age fire accidentally created a time capsule, preserving an ancient weaving system that's rewriting what we know about prehistoric textile innovation. The 3,500-year-old loom discovered in Spain reveals surprisingly sophisticated technology.
Saudi Arabia Invests $1B in Syria's Telecom Rebuild
Syria is getting a massive boost as Saudi Arabia commits billions to help rebuild the war-torn nation, including a new airline and telecommunications network. After decades of isolation, major investments are finally flowing in to restore hope and infrastructure.
Syria Signs Ceasefire Deal to Reunify After Years of Division
Syria's new government reached a historic agreement with Kurdish-led forces to end fighting and merge military units, marking a major step toward reunifying the war-torn nation. After weeks of tension, both sides committed to integration and cooperation with support from U.S. diplomats.
Saudi Arabia Invests $10B+ to Rebuild Syria's Future
Syria and Saudi Arabia just signed agreements worth over $10 billion to rebuild the war-torn nation's infrastructure, from airports to telecommunications. The historic partnership marks a new chapter for Syria after decades of conflict.
Syria Signs Ceasefire with Kurdish Forces After Clashes
After years of tension and days of intense fighting, Syria's interim government reached a peace agreement with Kurdish-led forces backed by the US. The deal marks a crucial step toward unifying the country after decades of conflict.