SYRIA

RAQQA, North and East Syria — In a coordinated air insertion operation, the US-led International Coalition and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) apprehended a senior Islamic State (ISIS) operative in the town of Al-Karama, east of Raqqa. The arrest follows an extensive surveillance campaign targeting the individual, who is believed…

AMUDA, North and East Syria – The Democratic Autonomous Administration of the Region of North and East Syria has announced several measures to soften the heavy burden of energy costs for households in the Gozarto (Jazeera) Canton.   The Autonomous Administration announced measures regarding (1) support for home generators as…

DARAMSUQ — According to a senior official in the Syrian Ministry of Education, the 14-year conflict in the country damaged or destroyed over 8,000 schools. Mohammad Saeed Qaddour, a senior education official, stated that around 7,400 schools remain closed due to structural damage or complete collapse. To date, only 102…

DARAMSUQ — A delegation representing the Syriac (Aramean–Aramean–Chaldean) community met with Abbas Hussein, Syrian government Director of Political Affairs for Hasakah in Daramsuq (Damascus). The delegation was led by Silva al-Asia and included representatives from Churches and political parties representing the Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) community. During discussions, Hussein addressed the delegation’s…

NORTH AND EAST SYRIA — The Public Relations Office of the Syriac Military Council (Mawtbo Fulhoyo Suryoyo, MFS) has intensified its outreach efforts among the Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) community, reaffirming its dedication to fostering strong communication ties with all societal groups.  During recent meetings, MFS representatives actively listened to residents’ concerns,…

BETH ZALIN, North and East Syria — The Family Center of the Syriac Cross Organization for Relief and Development hosted Little Hands, a two-day recreational event for children in Beth Zalin (Qamishli), North and East Syria.  Sixteen boys and girls, joined by their parents, showcased small projects that included homemade…

NORTH AND EAST SYRIA — The Syriac Progressive Youth Union (SPYU) has called for a boycott of the Civil Waves (PEL) organization following the launch of a project documenting historical and cultural sites in North and East Syria, which failed to include the Syriac language.  In a statement, the SPYU…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander General Michael Kurilla expressed pride in the enduring partnership with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), describing the group as a cornerstone of regional security and a guarantor of a stable future for all Syrians. Marking twelve years of what he referred to…

BETH ZALIN, North and East Syria — A delegation from the Syriac Union Party (Gabo d’Ḥuyodo Suryoyo, SUP) visited the headquarters of the Assyrian Democratic Organization (ADO) in Beth Zalin (Qamishli), North and East Syria, to discuss recent developments and emphasize the importance of collaboration between the two parties. The…

NEW YORK — United Nations Deputy Special Envoy to Syria Najat Rochdi hailed the recent agreement between the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) General Commander Mazloum Abdi and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, as a historic opportunity to address long-standing issues. The agreement, signed on 10 March, was highlighted during Rochdi’s video…