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Qatar Tribune
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Al Khulaifi holds phone call with Syrian foreign minister
Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi held a phone call on Thursday with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Asaad Al Shibani. During the call, the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen and support it, as well as the latest developments in Syria, particularly in the city of As-Suwayda, and the ongoing Israeli attacks on Syrian territory. He stressed the importance of holding all parties accountable for the bloodshed of civilians in As-Suwayda and ensuring that they do not escape justice, underlining the need to intensify efforts to reinforce civil peace through dialogue and peaceful means. He also reaffirmed the State of Qatar's full solidarity with Syria in all measures it takes to safeguard its security and stability, reiterating Qatar's firm position in support of Syria's sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and the aspirations of its people for a dignified life.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Al Khulaifi reaffirms Qatar's solidarity with Syria in face of Israeli aggression
QNA Doha Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi held a phone call with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Syria Asaad Al Shibani on Thursday. During the call, the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen and support it, as well as the latest developments in Syria, particularly in the city of As-Suwayda, and the ongoing Israeli attacks on Syrian territory. The Minister of State stressed the importance of holding all parties accountable for the bloodshed of civilians in As-Suwayda and ensuring that they do not escape justice, underlining the need to intensify efforts to reinforce civil peace through dialogue and peaceful means. He also reaffirmed Qatar's full solidarity with Syria in all measures it takes to safeguard its security and stability, reiterating Qatar's firm position in support of Syria's sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and the aspirations of its people for a dignified life. The Minister of State also held a phone call with Walid Jumblatt, former president of the Progressive Socialist Party of Lebanon. They discussed developments in Lebanon and the region, as well as the latest developments in the City of As-Suwayda in the Arab Republic of Syria. Dr Khulaifi reiterated Qatar's position calling for holding accountable all the parties that caused the shedding of blood of innocent civilians in As-Suwayda and ensuring they don't escape punishment, and to intensify efforts promoting civil peace through dialogue and peaceful means.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
US to remove Syria's HTS from list of foreign terror groups
The US is set to take the Syrian Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) off its list of foreign terrorist organisations on Tuesday, according to a state department memo. The group led a rebel offensive in December that toppled the Assad regime, which had ruled Syria for 54 years. Its leader Ahmed al-Sharaa is now the country's interim president. HTS, also known as al-Nusra Front, was previously al-Qaeda's affiliate in Syria until al-Sharaa severed ties in 2016. In recent months, Western countries have sought to reset relations with Syria - which has faced heavy sanctions aimed at the old regime. In late June, President Trump signed an executive order to formally end US sanctions against the country, with the White House saying the move was intended to support its "path to stability and peace". It added it would monitor the new Syrian government's actions including "taking concrete steps toward normalising ties with Israel" as well as "addressing foreign terrorists" and "banning Palestinian terrorist groups". Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani said the move would "lift the obstacle" to economic recovery and open the country to the international community. On Friday, Syria said it was willing to cooperate with the US to reimplement a 1974 disengagement agreement with Israel. Over the weekend, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Syria - the first government minister to do so in 14 years. He met with al-Sharaa and announced an additional £94.5m support package - aimed at supporting longer-term recovery and countries helping Syrian refugees. The UK earlier lifted sanctions on Syria's defence and interior ministries. Ninety percent of Syria's population were left under the poverty line when the Assad regime was ousted after 13 years of devastating civil war. Al-Sharaa has promised a new Syria, but there are concerns within the country about how the new government is operating - with some suspicious of his radical past. Only one female government minister has been appointed to date - and al-Sharaa has made almost every other appointment directly. There have also been multiple violent attacks against minority groups in recent months. In March, hundreds of civilians from the minority Alawite sect were killed during clashes between the new security forces and Assad loyalists. In April there were deadly clashes between Islamist armed factions, security forces and fighters from the Druze religious minority. And in June at least 25 people were killed in a suicide attack on a church in Damascus. David Lammy first UK minister to visit Syria since 2011 uprising From Syrian jihadist leader to rebel politician: How Abu Mohammed al-Jolani reinvented himself Trump revokes US sanctions on Syria
BBC News
07-07-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
US to remove Syria's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from list of foreign terrorist groups
The US is set to take the Syrian Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) off its list of foreign terrorist organisations on Tuesday, according to a state department memo. The group led a rebel offensive in December that toppled the Assad regime, which had ruled Syria for 54 years. Its leader Ahmed al-Sharaa is now the country's interim also known as al-Nusra Front, was previously al-Qaeda's affiliate in Syria until al-Sharaa severed ties in 2016. In recent months, Western countries have sought to reset relations with Syria - which has faced heavy sanctions aimed at the old regime. In late June, Trump signed an executive order to formally end US sanctions against the country, with the White House saying the move was intended to support its "path to stability and peace".It added it would monitor the new Syrian government's actions including "taking concrete steps toward normalising ties with Israel" as well as "addressing foreign terrorists" and "banning Palestinian terrorist groups".Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani said the move would "lift the obstacle" to economic recovery and open the country to the international Friday, Syria said it was willing to cooperate with the US to reimplement a 1974 disengagement agreement with the weekend, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Syria - the first government minister to do so in 14 met with al-Sharaa and announced an additional £94.5m support package - aimed at supporting longer-term recovery and countries helping Syrian UK earlier lifted sanctions on Syria's defence and interior ministries. Ninety percent of Syria's population were left under the poverty line when the Assad regime was ousted after 13 years of devastating civil has promised a new Syria, but there are concerns within the country about how the new government is operating - with some suspicious of his radical past. Only one female government minister has been appointed to date - and al-Sharaa has made almost every other appointment directly. There have also been multiple violent attacks against minority groups in recent months. In March, hundreds of civilians from the minority Alawite sect were killed during clashes between the new security forces and Assad-loyalists. In April there were deadly clashes between Islamist armed factions, security forces and fighters from the Druze religious minority. And in June at least 25 people were killed in a suicide attack on a church in Damascus.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
UK foreign minister visits Syria, re-establishes ties
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has received UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy in Damascus, marking the first visit by a senior United Kingdom official to Syria since diplomatic ties were severed more than a decade ago. According to a statement from the Syrian presidency, the meeting was attended by Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani and focused on bilateral relations and ways to strengthen co-operation between the two countries. The discussions also touched on regional and international developments. European countries have been slowly resetting their approach to Syria since insurgent forces led by the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham ousted Bashar al-Assad as president in December following more than 13 years of war. Today in Damascus I met with President Al-Sharaa and FM @AsaadHShaibani. I welcomed progress made and stressed the need for an inclusive and representative political UK stands ready to support the new Syrian Government. — David Lammy (@DavidLammy) July 5, 2025 In a separate session, Foreign Minister al-Shibani held an extended meeting with Lammy to discuss enhancing political dialogue and co-operation across various areas of mutual interest. Lammy discussed discuss bilateral co-operation, political transition and regional security and emphasised UK support for Syria's reconstruction, inclusive governance and justice for victims of the former regime, according to a statement issued by the UK Foreign Office. The UK also announced new funding, including £2 million ($A4.2 million) to support the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) in eliminating any remaining chemical weapons in Syria. The UK also pledged £94.5 million in humanitarian and development aid to support Syrian livelihoods, education and countries hosting Syrian refugees. Lammy also met with Syrian Civil Defence (White Helmets) teams and women-led businesses supported by UK aid programs. A stable Syria is in the UK's interest, he said. The UK suspended its diplomatic relations with Syria in mid-2012 following the escalation of anti-government protests and civil unrest. with Reuters
