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Cairo, June 16 (SANA)TheArab Leagueon Tuesday condemned the opening of a diplomatic mission for the so-calledSomalilandinoccupied Jerusalem, saying the move violates international law and U.N. resolutions governing the status of the city. In a statement, the Arab League said establishing diplomatic missions in occupied Jerusalem or recognizing the city as a location for foreign representation runs counter to the international consensus on its legal status and conflicts with relevant U.N.Securit…

Dutch court sentences deposed regime militia commander to 26 years Homs event highlights Circassian heritage during Syria’s Intangible Heritage Week President al-Sharaa: Transitional justice should not be used for revenge or domination Homs concert celebrates Syrian musical heritage at Intangible Heritage Week Al-Shaibani welcomes Jordanian delegation led by Safadi at Damascus airport President al-Sharaa: Reports of Syria entering Lebanon are unfounded President al-Sharaa: Syrians’ unity i…

New York, June 16 (SANA)The United Nations has warned of a worsening humanitarian situation inLebanonamid continuing Israeli attacks and large-scale population displacement, stressing the importance of ensuring sustained humanitarian assistance and bringing hostilities to an end. According to UN News,Anandita Philipose, representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Lebanon, said that the number of displaced people in the country has reached around 1.4 million, representing mor…

SINGAPORE, June 16 (SANA)The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned on Tuesday that hundreds of millions of children around the world are facing growing risks linked toclimate change, saying that extreme weather events are increasingly threatening their health, education and future prospects. According to a report cited by Reuters, approximately 1.8 billion children are exposed to drought risks, while 1.2 billion are affected by extreme heat waves. More than 1.1 billion children face at…

Homs, June 16 (SANA)Syria’sMinistry of Energyhas completed the rehabilitation of five oil wells in the al-Bishri field in the country’s central region, part of a wider project aimed at restoring production capacity and improving the performance of oil infrastructure. The work, carried out by the Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC), covers five of the seven wells included in the project and was completed using the company’s in-house technical expertise and operational resources, the ministry said in …

Homs event highlights Circassian heritage during Syria’s Intangible Heritage Week President al-Sharaa: Transitional justice should not be used for revenge or domination Homs concert celebrates Syrian musical heritage at Intangible Heritage Week Al-Shaibani welcomes Jordanian delegation led by Safadi at Damascus airport President al-Sharaa: Reports of Syria entering Lebanon are unfounded President al-Sharaa: Syrians’ unity is key to rebuilding Syria, restoring its standing Kanatri: Four Sea…

Baghdad, June 16 (SANA)Iraqi Prime MinisterAli Falih al-Zaidiand U.S. presidential envoyTom Barrackdiscussed plans to rehabilitate theKirkuk-Baniyasoil pipeline during talks inBaghdad, as the two sides also reviewed regional developments and security issues, according to a statement from the Iraqi prime minister’s office on Tuesday. The discussions focused on advancing a memorandum of understanding signed withTI Capitalto restore the pipeline, which would reconnect northern Iraq’s oil fields to…

Jakarta, June 17 (SANA)A shallowearthquakemeasuring 6.7 on the Richter scale struck the centralIndonesianisland of Sulawesi on Tuesday, with initial reports indicating no casualties or damage. Agence France-Presse (AFP) quoted the United States Geological Survey (USGS) as saying that the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth at 10:27 a.m. local time in an area southeast of Palu, the capital of Central Sulawesi province. Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency said residents…

Washington,June 16 (SANA)US Vice PresidentJ.D. Vance said on Monday that theceasefire agreementsigned between theUnited StatesandIranis a highly general public document, noting that the details will be determined during subsequent negotiations. Reuters quoted Vance as saying during an interview with CNN that “the memorandum of understanding is about a page and a half long, so it is a very general document.” Addressing a number of unresolved issues, Vance added: “We will have to resolve those m…

Homs, June 16 (SANA)A cultural event celebratingCircassian heritagebrought together traditional dress, cuisine, folklore and music in Homs on Monday as part ofSyria‘s Intangible Heritage Week, an initiative aimed at promoting awareness of the country’s diverse cultural traditions. Held at the Culture Palace and organized by theHomsDirectorate of Culture in cooperation with the Najeeb Foundation for Heritage, the event featured exhibitions of traditional Circassian clothing, handicrafts, househo…

Washington, June 16 (SANA)EgyptandBelgiumshared the points after a 1-1 draw in their opening Group G match of the2026 FIFA World Cupon Monday at Seattle Stadium. Egypt took the lead in the 19th minute through Emam Ashour, but Belgium leveled midway through the second half when Egyptian defender Mohamed Hany inadvertently turned the ball into his own net in the 66th minute. The result leaves both teams with one point after the opening round of Group G fixtures. The group’s remaining first-round…

Riyad, June 16 (SANA)Saudi Foreign MinisterFaisal bin Farhan held a phone call on Monday with his Jordanian counterpart,Ayman Safadi, to discuss developments in the region following the recently announcedceasefire agreementbetween the United States and Iran. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on its account on platform X that the two ministers also discussed a number of issues of mutual interest during their call. The discussions came afterWashingtonandTehranannounced on Sunday that th…

Kuwait, June 16 (SANA)Kuwaiti Foreign MinisterSheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabahheld a phone call on Monday evening with his Turkish counterpart,Hakan Fidan, to discuss the latest developments in the region. In a statement published on platform X, Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the two ministers reviewed recent regional developments and efforts being undertaken in response to them, with particular focus on an agreement regarding a memorandum of understanding between theUnited Stat…

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)Minister of InformationKhaled Zaarour met on Monday withMinister of Religious EndowmentsMohammad Abu al-Khair Shukri at the Ministry of Information to discuss the importance of integrating media and religious roles in protecting society and strengthening soundpublic awareness. The Ministry of Information said on its Telegram channel that the meeting focused on developing religious and media discourse to build a comprehensive and balanced societal awareness that reinforce…

Washington, June 16 (SANA)Saudi ArabiaandUruguayplayed out a 1-1 draw in their opening Group H match of the2026 FIFA World Cupat Hard Rock Stadium on Monday. Saudi defenderAbdulelah Al-Amriput his side ahead in the 41st minute, butMaximiliano Araújoequalized for Uruguay 10 minutes from time to ensure both teams shared the points. The result leaves Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, Spain and Cape Verde level on one point each after the opening round of Group H matches.

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)President Ahmad al-Sharaa on Tuesday extended his warmest congratulations to the Syrian people, the Arab and Islamic nations on the occasion of the New Hijri Year.“On the occasion of the New Hijri Year, I extend my warmest congratulations to the Syrian people, the Arab and Islamic nations,” President al-Sharaa posted on X. The Presidentadded “May God Almighty make it a year of goodness and prosperity for Syria and its people, and bring to them the blessings of security a…

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)Head of theGeneral Authority for Borders and Customs(GABC) Qutaiba Badawi met with UAE Ambassador to Syria Hamad Rashid bin Alwan al-Habsi to discuss prospects for cooperation in ports, free zones and logistics services, the authority said Tuesday. The meeting, held at the authority’s headquarters in Damascus, addressed ways to support trade andinvestmentmovement between the two countries in line with the ongoing development of Syrian-Emirati relations, the authority sai…

Raqqa, June 16 (SANA)Civil Defense teams inRaqqaprovince received five reports of drowning incidents while swimming on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of three children and a young man, and the rescue of one adult, the Civil Defense said. Teams recovered the body of a young man from theEuphrates Rivernear the new bridge on the southern side, and the body of a child near the old bridge on the northern side. Both bodies were transferred to the national hospital in Raqqa for necessary procedures,…

Capitals, June 16, 2026 (SANA)Arab referees, assistant referees and video match officials are serving in officiating roles at theFIFA World Cup 2026, which is being staged across North America with 48 teams participating. The tournament, running from June 11 to July 19, is being held across 16 cities in Canada, Mexico and the United States, marking the first time the competition has been jointly hosted by three countries. The final is scheduled to take place in the New York/New Jersey area. FI…

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)Syrian Investment AuthorityDirector General Talal al-Hilali met with Emirati businessman Mohamed Alabbar during his visit to Damascus to discuss investment opportunities and priority development projects, the authority said Tuesday. The meeting reviewed efforts to attract quality investments and push the business environment across various sectors, the authority added on its Telegram channel. The authority affirmed its continued commitment to empowering investors and fa…

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)President Ahmad al-Sharaa received on Tuesday at the People’s Palace in Damascus CEO of ConocoPhillips Ryan Lance, CEO of Novaterra Energy Alex MacDonald, and Syrian businessman Ayman Asfari. Talks during the meeting dealt with aspects of cooperation in the energy sector, following the signing of a development contract with the two companies to upgrade the operational infrastructure of gas fields and enhance national gas production.Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatri…

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)Achieving transitional justice in Syria requires the application of the law and fair trials to those responsible for serious crimes, a senior official at the National Transitional Justice Commission said on Tuesday.Radif Mustafa, director of the commission’s Accountability and Justice Department, said justice cannot be achieved through political alignments or what he described as unregulated demands, stressing that legal accountability remains the primary path to securing…

Nairobi, June 16 (SANA)Operations Manager at the International Federation ofRed Crossand Red Crescent Societies, Bruno Michon, said on Tuesday that theEbola outbreakin eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has not yet reached its peak, warning it could continue for up to a year. Quoted by Reuters, Michon told journalists via video link from easternDR Congo: “It is very difficult to accurately determine the extent of the outbreak, but I believe we have not yet reached the peak,” adding, “We f…

Washington, June 16 (SANA)U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that a temporary agreement with Iran includes provisions designed to preventTehranfrom acquiring a nuclear weapon, adding that Washington would not allow Iran to develop nuclear capabilities. Speaking during the G7 summit in Evian, France,Trumpsaid a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran, the details of which have not yet been made public, is intended to block Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Trump criticized…

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)Syrian Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Basel Abdul Hannan held talks with a delegation of Egyptian business leaders and investors on Tuesday on opportunities to expand industrial cooperation and launch joint investment projects, including plans for a large-scale industrial zone inAleppoprovince. The meeting, attended by representatives of theEgyptian Embassyin Damascus, focused on strengthening economic ties between Syria and Egypt and encouraging private-sector …

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)Syrian Finance MinisterMohammed Yisr Barniehheld talks with German Minister of State at the Federal Foreign OfficeSerap Güleron Tuesday on opportunities to deepen economic cooperation, expand investment ties and strengthen financial-sector engagement between the two countries. According to Syria’sMinistry of Finance, the discussions focused on Syria’s ongoing economic and financial reforms and prospects for greater participation by German companies, banks and financial i…

Berlin, June 16 (SANA)Syria’s chargé d’affaires in Berlin, Mohammad Baraa Shukri, held talks with Clemens Hach, the German Foreign Office’s director for the Middle East and North Africa, on ways to strengthen cooperation between Syria and Germany, the Syrian Embassy in Berlin said on Tuesday. The meeting focused on areas of mutual interest and opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation in support of relations between the two countries, the embassy said in a post on X. The two sides also exc…

Damascus, June 16 (SANA)The Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC) signed an agreement on Tuesday with U.S. energy companiesConocoPhillipsand Novaterra to develop several gas fields and increase production from existing sites, as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s energy sector and expand natural gas supplies for electricity generation and other key industries. The agreement, signed at the Ministry of Energy headquarters inDamascus, marks a new phase in cooperation between the three parties fo…

Jeddah, June 16 (SANA)TheOrganization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)on Tuesday condemned the opening of what it described as a Somaliland embassy inoccupied Jerusalem, saying the measure is illegal and constitutes a violation of theUnited NationsCharter and relevant international resolutions governing the statue of the city. In a statement published on its official website, the OIC General Secretariat said the move represents an attempt to alter the legal and political status of occupied Jerusale…

Washington, June 15 (SANA)Researchers at theUniversity of Washingtonhave developed an innovative artificial intelligence system designed to measure the environmental impact of mobile electronic devices by accurately estimating their carbon footprint. According to a study published in the journal Nature Electronics and reported Sunday by the scientific platform EurekAlert!, the system analyzes data related to device components and their production life cycles to generate detailed carbon footprin…

Aleppo, June 15 (SANA)Al-Ahli Aleppo returned to the top of theSyrian Premier Leaguestandings after edging city rivalAl-Hurriya1-0 in theShahbaa Derbyon Sunday in Matchday 11 of the second half of the season. Cameroonian striker Emmanuel Mahop proved the difference, scoring the match’s only goal in the 60th minute to handAl-Ahlia crucial victory in one of Aleppo’s most anticipated football fixtures. The hosts controlled much of the contest and were rewarded midway through the second half when …

London/Washington, June 15 (SANA)Global financial and commodity markets reacted strongly on Monday after the United States andIranannounced a peace accord and the reopening ofthe Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy shipping route, easing concerns over disruptions to oil supplies and maritime trade. Oilprices fell more than 4%, the U.S. dollar weakened against major currencies andgoldprices rose as investors adjusted positions following the announcement. Brent crude futures dropped $3.51, or …

World Capitals, June 15 (SANA)Governments and international organizations welcomed the agreement announced by theUnited States and Iranon Sunday, including a ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait ofHormuz, expressing hope that it could help reduce tensions in theMiddle Eastand improve maritime security. Qatari Prime Ministerand Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani welcomed the agreement and praised the efforts ofPakistanand other regional and international parties that contrib…

Damascus, June 15 (SANA)Syria and Jordan signed an updated air services agreement on Sunday aimed at expanding air connectivity, increasing competition among airlines and strengthening cooperation in the civil aviation sector. The agreement was signed byOmar Hosari, head of Syria’s General Authority for Civil Aviation and Air Transport, and Dhaifallah Suleiman Farajat, Chairman of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) during a visit to Damascus by Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and F…

Homs, June 15 (SANA)The Shajan Ensemble performed a concert of traditional andclassical Arabic musicinHomson Sunday as part of the city’s Intangible Heritage Week, an event aimed at promoting Syria’s cultural heritage. Held at the Palace of Culture, the concert featured a repertoire of folk songs and classical works drawn from Syrian and Arab musical traditions. The program included selections by Lebanese singer Fairuz and concluded with the song “Ya Asi Ya Zein,” a tribute to the city of Homs …

Mexico City, June 15, (SANA)Sweden launched its2026 FIFA World Cupcampaign in dominant fashion, defeating Tunisia 5-1 in their Group F opener at BBVA Stadium in northern Mexico. Yasin Ayariopened the scoring forSwedenin the seventh minute, before Alexander Isak doubled the lead in the 30th.Tunisiapulled one back through Omar Rekik in the 43rd minute. Viktor Gyokeres scored Sweden’s third in the 59th minute after a Tunisian defensive error. Mattias Svanberg added the fourth in the 84th, before …

Islamabad/Washington, June 15 (SANA)Pakistani Prime MinisterShehbaz Sharifsaid on Sunday that the United States and Iran had reached a peace agreement following intensive negotiations, while U.S. President Donald Trump announced thatthe Strait of Hormuzhad reopened and that Washington would lift its naval blockade ofIran. Sharif said the two sides had agreed to an immediate and permanent halt to military operations and that a formal signing ceremony for the agreement was scheduled to take place…

Capitals, June 15 (SANA)Governments across theMiddle Eastand beyond welcomed aceasefire agreementbetween theUnited StatesandIranon Monday, expressing hope that the deal could ease regional tensions and pave the way for broader diplomatic engagement. The agreement, announced earlier in the day, has drawn support fromArab states, international organizations and foreign governments, many of which called for full implementation of its terms and a renewed commitment to dialogue. The United Arab Emi…

Damascus, June 15 (SANA)More than 800 years after its founding, theMadrasa al-Shamiyya(Al-Shamiyya al-Barraniyya School) inDamascusremains a testament to the city’s prominence as a center of learning during theAyyubid eraand to the role women played in supporting education and scholarship.. The institution was established by Fatima Khatun, known as Sitt al-Sham, the sister of Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi (Saladin). Historians describe her as one of the most influential women of the Ayyubid dynasty, k…

President al-Sharaa: Transitional justice should not be used for revenge or domination Homs concert celebrates Syrian musical heritage at Intangible Heritage Week Al-Shaibani welcomes Jordanian delegation led by Safadi at Damascus airport President al-Sharaa: Reports of Syria entering Lebanon are unfounded President al-Sharaa: Syrians’ unity is key to rebuilding Syria, restoring its standing Kanatri: Four Seas Initiative redefines Syria’s regional economic role Latakia celebrates local her…

London, June 15 (SANA)Oil prices fell to their lowest levels in three months following announcements byU.S. President Donald Trumpand Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi regarding a preliminary agreement to end the war and resume navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. On Monday, Brent crude declined by 5.1 percent to $82.86 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude dropped by 5.8 percent to $79.98, marking their lowest levels since March 10, after losses exceeding 3 per…

Damascus, June 15 (SANA)Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Mohammed Yassin Hourieh, discussed with representatives of Sami Rock Company, in the presence of officials from the General Establishment of Geology and Mineral Resources, the implementation of a memorandum of understanding to invest in an oil shale site in Khanasser area in northern Syria for the production of diammonium phosphate (DAP) fertilizer. The meeting held on Monday, addressed plans to conduct a comprehensive geological …

Paris, June 15 (SANA)French President EmmanuelMacronsaid on Monday that a maritime security mission proposed by France and the United Kingdom is ready to support the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz following an agreement between the United States and Iran to end hostilities. In a post on X, Macron called for the immediate and unconditional reopening of the strategic waterway, saying the resources needed to secure maritime traffic were available and ready to be deployed. “The Strait of Hormuz…

Damascus, June 15 (SANA)Syrian agricultural researchers and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) are working to improve irrigation planning through a global initiative aimed at helping countries manage water resources more efficiently amid climate and development challenges. At a workshop in Damascus on Monday, officials and technical experts reviewed progress under the Irrigation Mapping for Agricultural Water Management (IRMA) initiative, which uses satellite imagery, fi…

President al-Sharaa: Transitional justice should not be used for revenge or domination Homs concert celebrates Syrian musical heritage at Intangible Heritage Week Al-Shaibani welcomes Jordanian delegation led by Safadi at Damascus airport President al-Sharaa: Syrians’ unity is key to rebuilding Syria, restoring its standing Kanatri: Four Seas Initiative redefines Syria’s regional economic role Latakia celebrates local heritage at spring market festival Some 1,700 Syrian families return to …

Occupied Jerusalem, June 15 (SANA)The death toll from the ongoingIsraeli attackson theGaza Stripsince Oct. 7, 2023, has risen to 73,003, while the number of injured has reached 173,252, according to thePalestinian Ministry of Health. The Palestinian News Agency (WAFA) quoted the ministry as saying that hospitals across the Gaza Strip received seven fatalities and six injuries during the past 24 hours. The fatalities included six newly reported deaths and one body recovered from under the rubble…

Provinces, June 15 (SANA)Three people were killed and 16 others injured intraffic accidentsandfiresto whichCivil Defenseteams under theMinistry of Emergencyand Disaster Management responded during the past 24 hours across Syria. The Civil Defense said on its Telegram channel Monday that 17 traffic accidents were recorded, resulting in three deaths and 14 injuries. Response teams provided first aid to those injured before transporting them to hospitals for treatment. Teams also cleared accident …

Damascus, June 15 (SANA)Syria’s NationalCommission for Transitional Justicesaid Monday that accountability for past crimes must be based on individual criminal responsibility rather than collective blame, warning against retaliation and attempts to seek justice outside legal institutions. In a statement, the commission said the country’stransitional justiceprocess is founded on the principle of holding individuals accountable for serious crimes through legal procedures while safeguarding the ri…

Capitals, June 15 (SANA)Arab states andthe Arab Leagueon Monday welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the United States andIran, describing the deal as a crucial step toward regional stability and the restoration of maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the Arab League, called the agreement a significant move to put an end to Iranian and Israeli attacks on Arab territories, saying it creates the necessary conditions to end the war and achieve last…

Damascus, June.15 (SANA)Syrian Justice MinisterMazhar al-Waisreiterated that the Syrian state is moving forward with determination to achieve justice and hold individuals responsible for crimes committed under thedeposed regimeaccountable, stressing that impunity will not be tolerated. In a post published on the social media platform X on Monday, al-Wais reaffirmed that justice will continue to be pursued through the law and state institutions, emphasizing that there is no place for chaos or re…