Syrian security forces arrested Hanadi al-Khaimi, the former director of the Lahn al-Hayat orphanage on Thursday, following documented violations committed during her tenure between 2010 and 2023. An informed source confirmed to Zaman al-Wasl that all violations against children at the...

Hamas said Friday it was holding consultations with other Palestinian movements on a truce proposal in the war with Israel, in a possible sign that it was preparing for negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza. The statement came ahead of a visit on Monday by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...

The Syrian presidency launched the final version of the country's new visual identity on Thursday evening, accompanied by celebrations in central squares in the capital, Damascus, and other governorates. In a speech at a ceremony marking the occasion at the People's Palace in Damascus,...

The US-backed proposal for a 60-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas envisages a phased release of hostages, Israeli troop withdrawals from parts of Gaza and discussions on ending the conflict, an official familiar with the negotiations said on Thursday. The plan is subject to approval by...