News for Wednesday, 2025-01-08

The SFM’s News:

• The Political Office for the Syrian Future Movement issued a Press release titled: On Germany Leading an Effort to Ease Sanctions on Syria.
• The Media Office for the Syrian Future Movement published: From the memory of the Syrian revolution: 2012/01/08, On this day in 2012: Several demonstrations and evening protests took place in Daraa Governorate, covering neighborhoods in the city of Daraa as well as the towns and villages of Khirbet Ghazaleh, Tafas, Namer, Eastern Maliha, Inkhil, Al-Naima, Nimer, Al-Harak, Al-Taybeh, Eastern Gharieh, Saida, Nawa, Al-Yadoudah, Alma, Dael, Bosra Al-Sham, Al-Sanamayn, and Jabab.
• The Media Office for the Syrian Future Movement published: Syrian Revolution Caricatures No. (204).

Internal News:

• Al-Shibani: Joy Is Incomplete Without Unity and the Return of the Displaced: Al-Shibani emphasizes that achieving national unity and the return of the displaced is the key to Syria’s stability and recovery.
• Damascus Welcomes Washington’s Sanctions Exemptions: Syrian authorities welcome the exemptions and exceptions announced by Washington regarding the economic sanctions imposed on Syria.
• Israeli Occupation Arrests a Syrian Lawyer and a French Activist in Quneitra: Israeli occupation continues to arrest prominent figures, targeting a Syrian lawyer and a French activist in Quneitra.
• Syrian Defense Minister: We Aim to Repair the Gap Between the Armed Forces and the People: The Syrian defense minister declares that the government aims to rebuild trust between the army and the people to enhance stability.
• Ministry of Justice Gives Civilians and Military Personnel One Week to Submit Security Branch Documents: The Ministry of Justice grants civilians and military personnel a week to submit documents related to security branches in a bid for reconciliation.
• From Damascus, Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Calls for Lifting Sanctions on Syria: Bahrain’s foreign minister calls from Damascus for lifting the sanctions imposed on Syria in a step that could contribute to the country’s stability.
• “Reporters Without Borders” Calls for Seven Measures to Protect Press Freedom in Syria: The international organization “Reporters Without Borders” urges immediate measures to ensure press freedom protection in Syria.
• New Israeli Incursion South of Quneitra Amid Searches and Land Clearing of Farms: The Israeli military conducts a new incursion south of Quneitra, including searches and land clearing of agricultural fields.
• Al-Shara Meets Bahrain’s Foreign Minister in Damascus: In an official visit, Syrian Vice President Farouk al-Shara meets with Bahrain’s foreign minister to discuss bilateral cooperation.
• The Security Campaign in Rural Damascus Pushes More of the Overthrown Regime’s Forces Towards Settlement Centers: The security campaign in Rural Damascus sees more members of the ousted regime moving towards settlement centers in search of opportunities to resolve their situations.
• Father Falths: Our Meeting with Al-Shara Was Excellent, and We Must Support Him to Build a New Syria: Father Falths describes his meeting with Farouk al-Shara as fruitful, emphasizing the importance of supporting any efforts to build a new Syria.
• Immigration and Passports Office to Start Operations in Damascus Early Next Week: The Immigration and Passports office in Damascus announces the start of operations early next week, aiming to streamline procedures for citizens.
• More Than 4,300 Interventions by Syrian Civil Defense: The Syrian Civil Defense announces over 4,300 interventions in 2024 due to fires in various regions.
• The Syrian Network Calls on Authorities to Protect Crime Scenes in Syria from Violations: The Syrian Network for Human Rights urges the government to ensure the protection of crime scenes in the country and prevent violations.
• 1,059 Victims, 1,178 Attacks by the Ousted Regime on Civilians in Syria in 2024: Human rights organizations reveal painful statistics indicating 1,059 civilian deaths resulting from 1,178 attacks by the ousted regime in 2024.
• Arrests Target Displaced People in Raqqa and Writings Stir “SDF” Alert: Mass arrests target displaced people in Raqqa, while certain writings cause alert among “SDF” forces.

Related News:

• Syria’s Ambassador to the UN: We Wish to Build Friendly Relations with All Countries: Syria’s ambassador to the UN affirms the country’s desire to enhance friendly relations with all nations for mutual interests.
• “Yenisafak” Reveals Upcoming Meeting Between Al-Shara and Erdogan in Turkey: Turkish newspaper “Yenisafak” reveals an upcoming meeting between Syrian Vice President Farouk al-Shara and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to discuss the “SDF” file.
• UN Calls for Investment in “Long-Term Stability” in Syria: The United Nations calls on the international community to invest in Syria’s long-term stability to foster peace and development in the region.
• French Foreign Minister: European Sanctions on Syria Could Be Lifted Soon: The French foreign minister indicates the possibility of European sanctions on Syria being lifted soon if certain reforms are implemented.
• Arab League: Syria Faces Sovereignty and Unity Challenges, No Reservations on Damascus Visit: The Arab League stresses that Syria faces significant challenges concerning sovereignty and national unity, while confirming no reservations regarding a visit to Damascus.
• Turkey Threatens Military Operation Against “People’s Defense Units” if They Do Not Withdraw from Syria: Turkey threatens to launch a military operation against “People’s Defense Units” if they fail to withdraw from Syrian territories.
• Berlin Leads European Efforts to Ease Sanctions on Syria After the Fall of Assad’s Regime: The German government leads European efforts to ease sanctions imposed on Syria following the fall of Assad’s regime.
• A Visit by the New Syrian Leadership Delegation to Jordan: A delegation from Syria’s new leadership conducts an official visit to Jordan as part of efforts to enhance bilateral relations between the two countries.

International News:

• 51 Palestinians Martyred in Israeli Bombing of Various Areas in Gaza: 51 Palestinians were martyred in the heavy Israeli bombing of various areas in Gaza.
• 3 Palestinians Martyred in Israeli Bombing North of the West Bank: Israeli bombing of northern West Bank leads to the martyrdom of three Palestinians.
• Israel Rejects UN Investigation into Sexual Crimes for Fear of Being Blacklisted: Israel refuses the UN call for an investigation into sexual crimes, fearing its inclusion on the blacklist.
• After Two Years of Vacancy, Mikati Expresses Optimism about Lebanon Electing a New President Tomorrow: Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati expresses optimism about electing a new president for Lebanon after a two-year vacancy.
• Qatar Condemns Israel’s Publication of “Alleged Maps” Including Parts of Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, and Syria: Qatar condemns Israel’s publication of alleged maps that include territories from Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, and Syria.
• Iraq Announces Completion of 400 km of Concrete Wall on Border with Syria: Iraq announces the completion of 400 kilometers of concrete wall along its border with Syria to enhance security.