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We are a group of observers tracking the profound changes taking place in Syria. The principles and values of the country’s new leadership have caught our attention, as they represent a vital foundation for reforms needed in institutions around the world.
Syria’s economy shows significant advances in first year: sanctions lifted, $28B investments announced with major agreements in energy, infrastructure, and real estate development, currency strengthened, inflation reduced, along with reforms encouraging global partnerships.
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Remarkable economic developments in year since liberation - New Face of Syria
8 December 2025. Syria’s economy shows significant advances in first year: sanctions lifted, $28B investments announced with major agreements in energy, infrastructure, and real estate development, c...
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December 16, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Syria’s economy shows significant advances in first year: sanctions lifted, $28B investments announced with major agreements in energy, infrastructure, and real estate development, currency strengthened, inflation reduced, along with reforms encouraging global partnerships.
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮
"A despondent people, living in fear and despair for many decades, experienced the ecstatic joy of liberation, unleashing a flood of creative energy for rebuilding homes, schools and hospitals, drawing millions of Syrians to return from exile."
𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 ... wp.me/pgslGE-114
"A despondent people, living in fear and despair for many decades, experienced the ecstatic joy of liberation, unleashing a flood of creative energy for rebuilding homes, schools and hospitals, drawing millions of Syrians to return from exile."
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December 15, 2025 at 3:51 PM
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗮
"A despondent people, living in fear and despair for many decades, experienced the ecstatic joy of liberation, unleashing a flood of creative energy for rebuilding homes, schools and hospitals, drawing millions of Syrians to return from exile."
𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 ... wp.me/pgslGE-114
"A despondent people, living in fear and despair for many decades, experienced the ecstatic joy of liberation, unleashing a flood of creative energy for rebuilding homes, schools and hospitals, drawing millions of Syrians to return from exile."
𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 ... wp.me/pgslGE-114
Several days before the anniversary of Assad’s overthrow, people began to celebrate their freedom in Damascus. “Everything is better, and every month we’re seeing new things. There is hope,” said one woman. Another said: “We were oppressed, but now our sadness has been released.”
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Liberation celebrations ignite in Umayyad Square starting days before the anniversary - New Face of Syria
7 December 2025. Several days before the anniversary of Assad’s overthrow, people began to celebrate their freedom in Damascus. “Everything is better, and every month we’re seeing new things. There i...
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December 15, 2025 at 5:52 AM
Several days before the anniversary of Assad’s overthrow, people began to celebrate their freedom in Damascus. “Everything is better, and every month we’re seeing new things. There is hope,” said one woman. Another said: “We were oppressed, but now our sadness has been released.”
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The Assad family's oppressive half-century rule ended one year ago, as Bashar al-Assad fled for Russia amid an insurgent takeover after he spent more than 12 years killing his own people. His flight was a moment of joy and reckoning for millions of Syrians who opposed him.
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Syrian filmmaker gives an inside look at her return home after the fall of Assad regime
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December 15, 2025 at 5:30 AM
The Assad family's oppressive half-century rule ended one year ago, as Bashar al-Assad fled for Russia amid an insurgent takeover after he spent more than 12 years killing his own people. His flight was a moment of joy and reckoning for millions of Syrians who opposed him.
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Over 3 million Syrians, including 1 million refugees and 2 million internally displaced people have voluntarily returned, yet many are in desperate need of basic services to rebuild their lives. The UN has made an urgent call to the international community for support.
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UN declares Syria largest global example of returning refugees - New Face of Syria
7 December 2025. Over 3 million Syrians, including 1 million refugees and 2 million internally displaced people have voluntarily returned, yet many are in desperate need of basic services to rebuild ...
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December 14, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Over 3 million Syrians, including 1 million refugees and 2 million internally displaced people have voluntarily returned, yet many are in desperate need of basic services to rebuild their lives. The UN has made an urgent call to the international community for support.
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In his first year in office, President al-Sharaa met with numerous world leaders, signalling Syria’s return to Arab and global diplomacy. He emphasized Syria’s role as a partner in Middle East stability, underscoring dialogue and diplomacy as the means for resolving conflict.
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Syria weaves itself back into the fabric of nations with 21 foreign visits - New Face of Syria
6 December 2025. During his first year in office, President al-Sharaa visited numerous world leaders, signalling Syria’s return to Arab and global diplomacy. In his visits he underscored Syria’s impo...
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December 14, 2025 at 1:12 AM
In his first year in office, President al-Sharaa met with numerous world leaders, signalling Syria’s return to Arab and global diplomacy. He emphasized Syria’s role as a partner in Middle East stability, underscoring dialogue and diplomacy as the means for resolving conflict.
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Syria's youth, once dubbed a 'lost generation, is finally stepping into a new chapter. Many are returning to study or opening businesses to reclaim a future upended by war.
𝙏𝙍𝙏 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙'𝙨 𝙉𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙬𝙞 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨.
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𝙏𝙍𝙏 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙'𝙨 𝙉𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙬𝙞 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨.
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Syria's 'lost generation' enters new dawn after Assad's fall
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December 13, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Syria's youth, once dubbed a 'lost generation, is finally stepping into a new chapter. Many are returning to study or opening businesses to reclaim a future upended by war.
𝙏𝙍𝙏 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙'𝙨 𝙉𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙬𝙞 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨.
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𝙏𝙍𝙏 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙'𝙨 𝙉𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙬𝙞 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨.
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A major celebration took place at al-Koum Secondary School, where the anniversary was commemorated with music, theater, and artistic performances which celebrated resilience, unity, and national belonging. Education officials sought to instill the meaning of the victory.
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Quneitra schools celebrate Syria’s victory with joy, pride, and beauty - New Face of Syria
5 December 2025. A major celebration took place at al-Koum Secondary School, where the anniversary was commemorated with music, theater, and artistic performances which celebrated resilience, unity, ...
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December 13, 2025 at 7:12 PM
A major celebration took place at al-Koum Secondary School, where the anniversary was commemorated with music, theater, and artistic performances which celebrated resilience, unity, and national belonging. Education officials sought to instill the meaning of the victory.
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Tens of thousands of people gathered in Hama to mark the fall of the brutal regime responsible for decades of suffering, including the 1982 massacre under Hafez Assad. The mood was joyful and hopeful, with renewed calls for justice.
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Hama celebrates Assad’s overthrow with joy and calls for justice - New Face of Syria
5 December 2025. Tens of thousands of people from Hama and around the country gathered to mark the overthrow of the brutal regime that caused extreme suffering there for decades, including a major ma...
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December 13, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Tens of thousands of people gathered in Hama to mark the fall of the brutal regime responsible for decades of suffering, including the 1982 massacre under Hafez Assad. The mood was joyful and hopeful, with renewed calls for justice.
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In a rare consensus, all fifteen members of the UN Security Council agreed on the visit to Damascus, the first in 14 years. Foreign Minister al-Shaibani said the delegation “carries a message of support from the international community for the new Syria.”
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UN Security Council makes landmark visit to Damascus on 1st anniversary of the new Syria - New Face of Syria
4 December 2025. In a rare consensus, all fifteen members of the UN Security Council agreed on the visit to Damascus, the first in 14 years. Foreign Minister al-Shaibani said the delegation “carries ...
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December 12, 2025 at 6:18 PM
In a rare consensus, all fifteen members of the UN Security Council agreed on the visit to Damascus, the first in 14 years. Foreign Minister al-Shaibani said the delegation “carries a message of support from the international community for the new Syria.”
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The National Library in Damascus opens a new photo exhibition titled: "Our Paths to Damascus."
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The National Library in Damascus opens a new photo exhibition.
YouTube video by Levant 24
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December 12, 2025 at 12:46 AM
The National Library in Damascus opens a new photo exhibition titled: "Our Paths to Damascus."
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Within a year after liberation, Syria has opened four gas power plants and multiple renewable projects, strengthening its development path. The Deir Ezzor plant will stabilize the grid and become “a station for revival and the spread of light across Syria,” the energy minister said.
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Syria’s energy renaissance continues with launch of major power plant - New Face of Syria
3 December 2025. In less than a year since liberation, Syria has launched four gas power plants and many renewable energy projects, forming a solid foundation for the country’s development. The plant...
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December 11, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Within a year after liberation, Syria has opened four gas power plants and multiple renewable projects, strengthening its development path. The Deir Ezzor plant will stabilize the grid and become “a station for revival and the spread of light across Syria,” the energy minister said.
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The U.S. Congress has voted to repeal the Syria sanctions created under the 2019 Caesar Act, which was originally enacted to penalize the former regime for war crimes during the uprising. Repealing the Act opens the door for renewed foreign investment and international assistance.
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰/𝘘𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘕𝘰𝘰𝘳 𝐗
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰/𝘘𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘕𝘰𝘰𝘳 𝐗
December 11, 2025 at 5:05 PM
The U.S. Congress has voted to repeal the Syria sanctions created under the 2019 Caesar Act, which was originally enacted to penalize the former regime for war crimes during the uprising. Repealing the Act opens the door for renewed foreign investment and international assistance.
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰/𝘘𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘕𝘰𝘰𝘳 𝐗
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰/𝘘𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘕𝘰𝘰𝘳 𝐗
The paper's editor-in-chief stated at the opening ceremony: “Our gathering today is to witness the birth of a newspaper worthy of the new Syria, a newspaper that lives up to the sacrifices and sufferings of Syrians over 14 years.”
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Syria’s first printed newspaper since liberation creates platform for free and open dialogue - New Face of Syria
2 December 2025. The paper’s editor-in-chief stated at the opening ceremony: “Our gathering today is to witness the birth of a newspaper worthy of the new Syria, a newspaper that lives up to the sacr...
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December 11, 2025 at 3:49 PM
The paper's editor-in-chief stated at the opening ceremony: “Our gathering today is to witness the birth of a newspaper worthy of the new Syria, a newspaper that lives up to the sacrifices and sufferings of Syrians over 14 years.”
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Syria hosts the first International Human Rights Day conference.
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Syria hosts the first International Human Rights Day conference.
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December 11, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Syria hosts the first International Human Rights Day conference.
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𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
The thousands of books and artifacts housed by the library offer valuable insights into human civilization while reinforcing Syria’s unique cultural identity.
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The thousands of books and artifacts housed by the library offer valuable insights into human civilization while reinforcing Syria’s unique cultural identity.
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December 11, 2025 at 12:46 AM
𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
The thousands of books and artifacts housed by the library offer valuable insights into human civilization while reinforcing Syria’s unique cultural identity.
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The thousands of books and artifacts housed by the library offer valuable insights into human civilization while reinforcing Syria’s unique cultural identity.
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As with similar initiatives across Syria where citizens are partnering with the state to rebuild, residents of Jdeidet Artouz raised substantial funds to meet the town’s essential needs and upgrade its infrastructure. The MP called the campaign a “positive and blessed initiative.”
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Residents raise $2.8 million in show of solidarity to restore their town - New Face of Syria
2 December 2025. As with similar initiatives across Syria where citizens are partnering with the state to rebuild, residents of Jdeidet Artouz raised substantial funds to meet the town’s essential ne...
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December 10, 2025 at 7:12 PM
As with similar initiatives across Syria where citizens are partnering with the state to rebuild, residents of Jdeidet Artouz raised substantial funds to meet the town’s essential needs and upgrade its infrastructure. The MP called the campaign a “positive and blessed initiative.”
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News about Syria from Around the World
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Syria’s restraint toward Israel’s provocations has positive consequences - New Face of Syria
2 December 2025. Interpreting recent Israeli provocations as reactions to Syria’s successes, Syria’s UN representative, Ibrahim Olabi, noted that the country’s restraint had earned international supp...
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December 9, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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Having suffered for decades under a corrupt legal system, Syria’s Ministry of Justice is actively seeking to recreate the system and restore trust. The program in Germany aims to strengthen judicial capacities, focusing on transitional justice, housing, land and property rights.
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Syrian judges undergo training in Germany toward building public trust in the rule of law - New Face of Syria
2 December 2025. Having suffered for decades under a corrupt legal system, Syria’s Ministry of Justice is actively seeking to recreate the system and restore trust. The program in Germany aims to str...
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December 9, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Having suffered for decades under a corrupt legal system, Syria’s Ministry of Justice is actively seeking to recreate the system and restore trust. The program in Germany aims to strengthen judicial capacities, focusing on transitional justice, housing, land and property rights.
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Celebrations continue in Damascus on the first anniversary of Syria’s liberation.
December 9, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Celebrations continue in Damascus on the first anniversary of Syria’s liberation.
Idlib has long been seen as a symbol of Syria’s struggle for liberation — the last major opposition-held stronghold outside regime control and the spark that ignited the 2024 uprising. This video traces the path leading to the fall of the Assad regime on December 8th.
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📍 One year after the fall of the 61-year Assad regime: Idlib rebuilds
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December 9, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Idlib has long been seen as a symbol of Syria’s struggle for liberation — the last major opposition-held stronghold outside regime control and the spark that ignited the 2024 uprising. This video traces the path leading to the fall of the Assad regime on December 8th.
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"No country can achieve peace and stability without women's participation and empowerment."
𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧, 𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙆𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙩
𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧, 𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙆𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙩
December 8, 2025 at 7:39 PM
"No country can achieve peace and stability without women's participation and empowerment."
𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧, 𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙆𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙩
𝙎𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧, 𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙆𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙩
Honoring the sacrifices made at Aleppo’s gates one year ago, President al-Sharaa affirmed that hope for the entire nation was restored there. He stated that Aleppo was reborn with its liberation and “…with its rebirth, all of Syria was reborn.”
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December 8, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Honoring the sacrifices made at Aleppo’s gates one year ago, President al-Sharaa affirmed that hope for the entire nation was restored there. He stated that Aleppo was reborn with its liberation and “…with its rebirth, all of Syria was reborn.”
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Ibrahim Olabi affirmed Syria’s growing internal strength and noted Israel’s increasing isolation in the world citing the UN Security Council’s condemnation of Israel’s military provocations and civilian deaths. He stated that Syria will defend its people through diplomatic channels.
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Syria’s UN envoy condemns Israel’s strikes, while committed to path of diplomacy - New Face of Syria
29 November 2025. Ibrahim Olabi affirmed Syria’s growing internal strength and noted Israel’s increasing isolation in the world, citing the UN Security Council’s condemnation of Israel’s military pro...
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December 7, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Ibrahim Olabi affirmed Syria’s growing internal strength and noted Israel’s increasing isolation in the world citing the UN Security Council’s condemnation of Israel’s military provocations and civilian deaths. He stated that Syria will defend its people through diplomatic channels.
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