CULTURE

ZALIN, North and East Syria — A delegation from the Syriac Women’s Union in Syria (Huyodo d’Neshe d’Bethnahrin, HNB), took part in International Women’s Day celebrations, participating in various activities and speeches that highlighted the significance of the occasion.  Marking Women’s struggles and achievements  March 8, recognized globally as International…

DAYRIK, North & East Syria — Under the slogan “Women, Bridges to Freedom – Syriac Women, Symbol of Peace,” the Syriac Women’s Union (SWU) in Syria held a march in Dayrik (Malikiyah). The march began at the headquarters of the Syriac Security Forces (Sutoro) and concluded in front of the Syriac…

By Semiramis Keryo The Syriac woman has played a vital role in human societies throughout history. With a strong will and a powerful personality, she has preserved Syriac heritage and culture, serving as a cornerstone in passing it on to future generations.  Her contributions to education and upbringing were evident…

BEIRUT — Following the Lebanese Parliament’s vote of confidence in the new government led by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Syriac Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Mar Bechara Boutros al-Raï reiterated his longstanding call for Lebanon’s neutrality. In his Sunday sermon preceding the start of Lent, the Patriarch urged political leaders to steer…

MERDO, Turkey — In a ceremony presided over by Syriac Orthodox Metropolitan of Merdo (Mardin) and Omid (Diyarbakır) Mor Philoxenus Saliba Özmen, Isa Akyüz was ordained as an Evangelical Deacon at the Church of the Forty Martyrs in Merdo in the historic region of Tur Abdin. Worshippers from across the…

MEHRKAN, North and East Syria — The Bethnahrin National Council’s (Mawtbo Umthoyo D’Bethnahrin, MUB) institutions in Qabre Hewore (Qahtaniyah) hosted a vibrant celebration of Hano Qritho in the village of Mehrkan. The festivities included traditional folk songs and the preparation of a symbolic meal of butter, bulgur, and eggs —…

TRIPOLI, Lebanon — In the coastal district of Al-Mina in Tripoli, northern Lebanon, hundreds gathered to partake in the Zambo Carnival, one of the country’s most vibrant and unique celebrations. This annual event, marking the beginning of Lent for Orthodox Christians, transformed the city’s streets into a dazzling display of…

ZEIST, Netherlands — A Momentous Inauguration a grand ceremony attended by religious leaders, government officials, and members of the Assyrian community, the newly established Mar Benyamin Shimun Church in Zeist, Netherlands, was officially inaugurated and its altar consecrated. The event marked a significant milestone for the Assyrian Church of the…

HOLEB, Syria — On Monday, the Beth-El (Bethel, House of God) Armenian Protestant Church in Holeb (Aleppo), Syria, hosted a heartfelt prayer service dedicated to Christian unity. The spiritual event was attended by prominent leaders of the Armenian community, including clergy and priests, along with a large congregation of worshippers.…

BAGHDEDE, Iraq — On the 11th anniversary of its founding, Baghdede University in Nineveh Plains hosted a Cultural Week Festival, organized by the College of Administration and Economics. The event featured a collaboration with the Beth Baghdede Museum for Syriac Heritage under the slogan, Our Folk Heritage is the Title…