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More than 1,000 Syrians died in airport prison under Assad, report says

More than 1,000 Syrians died in airport prison under Assad, report says

The grave sites were identified using a combination of witness testimony, satellite imagery and documents photographed at military airport.
Sat Mar 01 2025
Digital discord: Online disinformation sowing discontent in Syria

Digital discord: Online disinformation sowing discontent in Syria

Former allies and self-declared enemies of Syria's ousted president Bashar al-Assad are flooding Syria's digital space with disinformation.
Tue Feb 04 2025
Car bomb kills 15 in northern Syria, deadliest since Assad toppled

Car bomb kills 15 in northern Syria, deadliest since Assad toppled

The victims were agricultural workers and the death toll was likely to increase, according to a civil defence official.
Mon Feb 03 2025
Syria's new leaders turn to Islamic law in effort to rebuild Assad's police

Syria's new leaders turn to Islamic law in effort to rebuild Assad's police

Ensuring stability and winning the trust of people across Syria will be crucial for the Sunni Muslim Islamists to cement their rule.
Fri Jan 24 2025
AWANI Tonight: What challenges lie ahead for post-Assad Syria?

AWANI Tonight: What challenges lie ahead for post-Assad Syria?

Astro AWANI is the first Malaysian news brand to enter Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Astro AWANI’s Social Media Editor, Hilal Azmi, reports from Damascus on the current situation and the country’s ongoing recovery.
Wed Jan 22 2025
The fall of Assad opens a new era for Syria and the Middle East

The fall of Assad opens a new era for Syria and the Middle East

A rebel coalition led by HTS has brought down Assads regime, opening a new chapter in Syrias history.
Sat Jan 04 2025
Syrian exodus reveals fears of some behind the joy of many

Syrian exodus reveals fears of some behind the joy of many

While many focus on Syrian refugees returning after Assad's 50-year rule ends, not everyone feels welcome in the new Syria.
Sun Dec 22 2024
At least 100,000 bodies in Syrian mass grave, US advocacy group head says

At least 100,000 bodies in Syrian mass grave, US advocacy group head says

Hundreds of thousands of Syrians are estimated to have been killed since 2011.
Tue Dec 17 2024
Rebel-backed figure takes charge as Syria's interim prime minister

Rebel-backed figure takes charge as Syria's interim prime minister

Mohammed al-Bashir says he would lead the interim authority until March 1.
Wed Dec 11 2024
With Syria's Assad gone, his PM agrees to hand power to rebel administration

With Syria's Assad gone, his PM agrees to hand power to rebel administration

The imminent transfer of power follows 13 years of civil war and the end to more than 50 years of brutal rule by the Assad family.
Tue Dec 10 2024
After 55 years of brutal rule under the Assads, Syria is at a crossroads. Here are 4 priorities to avoid yet another war

After 55 years of brutal rule under the Assads, Syria is at a crossroads. Here are 4 priorities to avoid yet another war

With Assad's departure, the pressing question now is what lies ahead for Syrias immediate future.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Why Bashar al-Assad’s security state collapsed so dramatically in Syria

Why Bashar al-Assad’s security state collapsed so dramatically in Syria

While it may seem like these events came out of nowhere, the rapid fall of the Assad regime has a long history.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Syrian army command tells officers that Assad's rule has ended, officer says

Syrian army command tells officers that Assad's rule has ended, officer says

Syrian rebels said Damascus was "now free of Assad".
Sun Dec 08 2024
Syria shoots down Israeli missiles fired from Golan Heights towards Damascus outskirts

Syria shoots down Israeli missiles fired from Golan Heights towards Damascus outskirts

Israel has been carrying out strikes against Iran-linked targets in Syria for years but has ramped up such raids since the Oct. 7.
Thu May 09 2024
FACTBOX - What is Iran's 'Axis of Resistance'?

FACTBOX - What is Iran's 'Axis of Resistance'?

Iran has vowed to retaliate against Israel for an airstrike on its embassy compound in Damascus.
Sat Apr 13 2024
66,000 e-commerce businesses lack tax payment compliance, reporting records - IRB

66,000 e-commerce businesses lack tax payment compliance, reporting records - IRB

The IRB says it detected this through e-invoices, which include details of individuals and companies operating on e-commerce platforms.
Tue Mar 04 2025
Pope Francis had two respiratory 'insufficiencies', back on ventilation, Vatican says

Pope Francis had two respiratory 'insufficiencies', back on ventilation, Vatican says

Pope Francis is again receiving "non-invasive, mechanical ventilation" to help with his breathing, according to the Vatican.
Tue Mar 04 2025
JD Vance says giving US economic interest in Ukraine is a security guarantee

JD Vance says giving US economic interest in Ukraine is a security guarantee

The very best security guarantee is to give Americans economic upside in the future of Ukraine, says JD Vance.
Tue Mar 04 2025
Astro Audio apologises for controversial video, suspends announcers

Astro Audio apologises for controversial video, suspends announcers

Astro Audio says it is working closely with authorities and regulators to ensure full compliance with all guidelines and requirements.
Tue Mar 04 2025
Messi named in provisional Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers

Messi named in provisional Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers

Lionel Messi is among 33 players included in a provisional Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers.
Tue Mar 04 2025
Trump says Zelenskiy made 'worst statement' about Ukraine war

Trump says Zelenskiy made 'worst statement' about Ukraine war

Donald Trump criticises Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy over comments he made that a deal to end the war with Russia was not near.
Tue Mar 04 2025
IMF sees Malaysia growing 4.7 pct in 2025, urges sustained fiscal consolidation

IMF sees Malaysia growing 4.7 pct in 2025, urges sustained fiscal consolidation

The IMF said favorable economic conditions offer an opportunity to strengthen macroeconomic buffers and accelerate structural reforms.
Tue Mar 04 2025
Only qualified medical practitioners can diagnose mental health disorders - Lukanisman

Only qualified medical practitioners can diagnose mental health disorders - Lukanisman

Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni says these practitioners included psychiatrists specialising in mental health.
Tue Mar 04 2025
Russia gambles to keep military bases in post-Assad Syria

Russia gambles to keep military bases in post-Assad Syria

The future of the bases are integral to Russia's military reach in the Middle East and Africa.
Tue Mar 04 2025
China's trade dominance in South America tempers Trump's influence

China's trade dominance in South America tempers Trump's influence

Across South America, China's trade lead has widened, driven by grains and key electrification metals copper and lithium.
Tue Mar 04 2025