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‘Justice at last’: Syrians react to Assad death sentence
Syrians gathered to celebrate after a court sentenced ousted President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia.
![Al Jazeera’s Mohammad Saleh explains the latest developments after Syria’s ex-president Bashar al-Assad, his brother Maher al-Assad and cousin Atef Najib were sentenced to death in Damascus. [Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/image-1786471140.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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Guterres in Syria for first official visit by a UN chief in 17 years
The UN chief met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who was under UN Security Council sanctions until last year.
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How Syria is redefining ties with Russia
After Bashar al-Assad’s fall in 2024, Syria cut ties with some former allies but redefined its relationship with Russia.
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In Syria’s Jobar, locals struggle to rebuild their destroyed homes
Jobar was held by rebels for much of Syria’s 13-year war but was destroyed by repeated government assaults.
Syrian authorities arrest ex-officer accused of chemical weapons crimes
Former colonel Ahmed Habib Ali is accused of supervising the manufacture of sarin gas bombs.
‘It’s expensive’: Syria’s electricity has improved, but challenges remain
Damascus residents say state-supplied power has noticeably improved recently but complain about the cost of energy.
Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow
President Ahmed Al-Sharaa stresses that improving the economy and strengthening public services are key priorities.
Bomb attacks rattle Damascus but for most Syrians, life goes on
The Damascus attacks appeared to be attempts to cause instability, but don’t signal total security breakdown in Syria.
Syria says captured Damascus bombing suspects are affiliated with ISIL
Two explosions in the Syrian capital earlier this week came as French President Emmanuel Macron was visiting.
