Damascus, June 14 (SANA)Gold pricesin Syria rose on Sunday, with the price of 21-karat gold increasing by SYP 50 per gram compared with the previous day. According to the daily bulletin issued bythe General Authority for Precious Metals Management, the selling price of 21-karat gold was set at SYP 17,300 per gram, while the buying price stood at SYP 17,000. The authority set the selling price of 18-karat gold at SYP 14,800 per gram and the buying price at SYP 14,500.The bulletin also showed that the global gold ounce price was recorded at $4,219. The General Authority for Precious Metals Ma…

Kuwait City, June 14 (SANA)Researchers at Kuwait’s Dasman Diabetes Institute have found that completely removing sucrose from a low-fat diet may negatively affect gut health and metabolic function, according to findings presented at ENDO 2026, the annual meeting of the Endocrine Society in Chicago. The study, reported byScience Daily, involved laboratory mice observed over a 16-week period and compared the effects of a sucrose-free low-fat diet with those of a similar diet containing sucrose. Researchers found poorer glucose regulation, increased insulin resistance and disruptions in gut mic…

Damascus, June 14 (SANA)Jordanian Deputy Prime Ministerand Foreign MinisterAyman Safadiarrived in Damascus on Sunday at the head of a high-level ministerial delegation for talks with Syrian officials, as the two neighboring countries seek to expand cooperation across a range of sectors. The delegation was received atDamascus International Airportby Syrian Foreign MinisterAsaad Hassan al-Shaibanibefore heading to Tishreen Palace for meetings with Syrian ministers. The visit follows the second session of theSyrian-Jordanian Higher Coordination Councilheld in Amman in April, when the two countr…

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Washington/Dubai, June 14 (SANA)U.S. President DonaldTrumpand Pakistani Prime MinisterShehbaz Sharifsaid on Sunday they expected a long-awaited framework agreement between Washington and Tehran to be signed soon, although Iranian officials indicated that further review of the proposal was still underway. Trump said on Saturday that an agreement withIranwas expected to be signed on Sunday, while Sharif said the two sides had agreed on a framework and were preparing for an electronic signing, to be followed by technical-level talks in the coming days. Iran, however, cast doubt on the timeline.…

Cairo, June 14 (SANA)Egyptian Foreign MinisterBadr Abdelatty discussed regional developments and the ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations during a phone call on Saturday with U.S. Special Envoy to theMiddle EastSteve Witkoff. According to Egypt’s Al-Ahram Gate news, the conversation focused on developments in diplomatic contacts aimed at reaching an agreement between Washington and Tehran that could help reduce tensions, end the current confrontation and open a new phase of security and stability in the region. Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s support for efforts to reach such an agreement and stresse…

Aleppo, June 14 (SANA)Syria’s Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management announced on Saturday that approximately 186,000 cubic meters of rubble have been removed from cities and towns in northern Aleppo Governorate as part of plans to rehabilitate affected areas and create conditions conducive to the return of normal life. In a statement published on its Telegram channel, the ministry said debris-removal operations are continuing in the Northern Jabal Semaan area and the city of Azaz, north of Aleppo, under a project launched in coordination with Aleppo Governorate authorities. The minis…

Damascus, June 14 (SANA)Syrian authorities have dismantled an internationaldrug-trafficking networkand seized 800,000 captagon pills and 60 kilograms of cannabis in coordinated operations in Homs and Deir Ezzor provinces, the Interior Ministry said on Saturday. The ministry said the operations were carried out bySyria’s Drug Enforcement Administration(DEA) in coordination withIraq’s General Directoratefor Narcotics Affairs and Psychotropic Substances as part of efforts to combat organized crime and cross-border smuggling. Several suspects were arrested during the raids, according to a minist…

Damascus, June 14 (SANA)Syrian companies signed a series of agreements with Turkish and Saudi partners on Saturday aimed at supporting reconstruction projects, industrial development and infrastructure investment inSyria. The agreements, announced on the sidelines of theBuildexInternational Construction Exhibition in Damascus, cover sectors including construction, project management, logistics, industrial supplies, security systems and engineering services. Among the deals, the Hasakah branch of the Engineers Syndicate signed cooperation agreements with Saudi construction company Skilled Han…

Kinshasa, June 14 (SANA)The number of confirmedEbola casesin the Democratic Republic of theCongohas risen to approximately 710 over the past 24 hours, according to figures released by the country’s health authorities. The Congolese Ministry of Health said in a post on the X platform on Saturday that the confirmed cases include 149 deaths linked to the outbreak. The Congolese government said around 300 people are currently being treated in hospital isolation wards, noting that the spread of the virus remains contained following examinations conducted in three northeastern provinces. The deve…

Vancouver, Canada, June 14 (SANA)Australia began its2026 FIFA World Cupcampaign with a 2-0 victory overTürkiyein their Group D opener at BC Place on Saturday, securing three points ahead of a second-round clash with the United States. Nestory Irankunda putAustraliaahead in the 27th minute, finishing from close range after being set up by Paul Okon-Engstler. Türkiye pressed for an equalizer before and after halftime, with Kerem Aktürkoğlu and Arda Güler among the visitors’ main attacking threats, but Australia resisted the pressure through a disciplined defensive display and several key saves…

Washington, June 14 (SANA)Morocco heldBrazilto a 1-1 draw on Saturday in the teams’ opening Group C match of the2026 FIFA World Cupat MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Moroccotook the lead in the 21st minute when Ismael Saibari finished a move created by Ibrahim Diaz after a strong start by the North African side. The Atlas Lions created several additional scoring opportunities but were unable to extend their advantage. Brazil responded by regaining control of possession and leveled the match in the 32nd minute through Vinicius Junior, who scored from inside the penalty area. The draw leaves …

Doha, June 14 (SANA)Chinese shipbuilderHudong-Zhonghuahas begun construction of the first QC-Max liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier forQatar Energy, featuring a record cargo capacity of 271,000 cubic meters and set to become the largest LNG carrier in the world. According to CNBC, the vessel is part of a broader contract covering 24 QC-Max carriers. The project supports Qatar Energy’s strategy to expand its fleet to 128 vessels, strengthening logistics for the North Field expansion and enhancing its ability to meet growing global demand forLNG. The first carrier is scheduled for delivery in…

Washington, June 14 (SANA)Apple unveiled newartificial intelligence features for HomeKit-compatible security cameras, expanding its push into the smart-home market with tools designed to make video footage easier to search and analyze. The company said the new capabilities will allow users to automatically identify and describe events captured by cameras and locate specific footage using natural-language searches. Appleannounced the updates during its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), according to technology news website The Verge. The company said the features are powered by i…

Occupied Jerusalem, June 14 (SANA)A Palestinian was killed by Israeli occupation forces east ofKhan Younisin the southernGaza Stripon Sunday, according to Palestinian sources. The Palestinian news agency WAFA reported thatIsraeli forcesopened fire on a young Palestinian near the Bani Suheila roundabout east of Khan Younis, resulting in his death. According to thePalestinian Ministry of Health,the total number of victims of Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip since the ceasefire of Oct. 10 has reached 984 killed and 3,122 injured. In theWest Bank, Israeli occupation forces arrested seven Pales…

Riyadh, June 14 (SANA)Representatives of Syria’sInterior Ministryparticipated in a seminar inRiyadhon the role of media security in strengthening community safety, the ministry said on Sunday. The event, hosted byNaif Arab Universityfor Security Sciences, brought together participants to discuss the role of media communication in supporting public security and social stability. In a statement posted on Telegram, the Interior Ministry said its participation was aimed at exchanging expertise and highlighting the importance of coordination between media and security institutions in addressing c…

Damascus, June 14 (SANA)Chinese companies showcased constructionmaterials, sanitary systems, aluminium products and industrial textiles at the 24th Buildex International Exhibition in Damascus, reflecting growing interest in Syria’s market and construction-related opportunities. Representatives told SANA on Sunday that the exhibition provided valuable information on local demand and enabled them to meet withSyrian businesses, opening discussions on future partnerships, supply agreements and potential investments. Several companies indicated they are exploring ways to expand their presence in…

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Tartous, June 13 (SANA)A privately developed Tropical Forest on Syria’sMediterraneancoast is attracting growing numbers of visitors, offering an unusual landscape of tropical fruit trees and dense greenery rarely associated with the country. Located in the village of Blata al-Gharbiya, 3 km north ofTartousprovince, the site began as a small agricultural project on a single donum, or about 1,000 square meters. Over time, it expanded into a miniature tropical forest featuring species such as papaya, avocado, lychee, dragon fruit and tropical banana. Natural pathways, seating areas and rock for…

Berlin, June 13 (SANA)TheSyrian Students UnioninGermanyorganized a forum entitled “Youth Between Identity and the Future,” attended by Mohammad Baraa Shukri,Chargé d’Affaires of the Syrian Embassyin Berlin, Oliver Igel, Mayor of Treptow, and a large gathering of Syrian students. The event featured the honoring of a number of outstanding Syrian students in Germany in recognition of their academic achievements and their role in representing Syrian youth in a distinguished and positive manner. Participants also stressed the importance of supporting and empowering young people, enabling them to …