Despite Netanyahu's pleas, Trump lifts Syria sanctions

2025-05-16T13:34:32+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News/ US President Donald Trump did not inform Israel in advance of his decision to meet Syria's transitional President Ahmad al-Sharaa or to lift sanctions on Damascus, Axios …

World Bank says Saudi Arabia and Qatar have paid off Syria's outstanding debt

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — The World Bank said Friday that the $15.5 million Syria owed it has been paid off by Saudi Arabia and Qatar, clearing Damascus to take out new loans. Saudi Arabia and Qatar had announced plans last month to clear Syria’s outstanding …

World Bank announces Syria debt settlement, eligible for new programs and reconstruction grants

Washington, SANA-The World Bank announced that it has settled Syria’s $15.5 million debt, making it eligible for new programs and millions of dollars in reconstruction grants. Reuters quoted the bank as saying in a statement that payments from Saudi Arabia …

World Bank clears Syria of $15.5m debt

Security official outlines Syria-Israel peace plan

[Damascus] Syria is reportedly in secret negotiations with Israel, with the aim of joining the Abraham Accords, according to multiple media reports and sources familiar with the matter. The talks—mediated by Arab and international actors—signal a potential …

Syria Has Kicked Russia Out Of The Port Of Tartus

5 And handed it over to the U.A.E. The Syrian Ports Authority has signed a memorandum with the world's largest port operator DP World (UAE), under which $800 million will be invested in the development of the terminal and logistics services of the port …

Minister of Local Administration: Lifting sanctions imposed on Syria will open new economic horizons

Damascus, SANA- Minister of Local Administration and Environment, Eng. Mohammad Anjarani,Affirmed that lifting sanctions imposed on Syria will open new economic horizons and make a strong momentum towards attracting foreign investments and increasing …

Syria plans to print new banknotes in UAE and Germany, ending Russian role

Syria is preparing to print new currency in the United Arab Emirates and Germany, replacing Russia as its long-time printing partner, three sources told Reuters. This shift comes as Syria’s new leadership builds stronger ties with Gulf Arab and Western …

What would lifting US sanctions on Syria mean?

President Donald Trump’s announcement that the U.S. will ease sanctions on Syria could eventually facilitate the country’s recovery from years of civil war and transform the lives of everyday Syrians. But experts say it will take time, and the process for …

World Bank says Syria eligible for new loans as arrears cleared

The World Bank said on Friday it had cleared Syria's $15.5 million in outstanding debt after receiving payments from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, making the country eligible for millions of dollars in grants for reconstruction and budget support. Saudi …