| Area Total | 187,437 sq km |
| Climate | mostly desert; hot, dry, sunny summers (June to August) and mild, rainy winters (December to February) along coast; cold weather with snow or sleet periodically in Damascus |
| Natural Resources | petroleum, phosphates, chrome and manganese ores, asphalt, iron ore, rock salt, marble, gypsum, hydropower |
| Imports | Russia 32.4%, Turkey 16.7%, China 9.5% (2017) – machinery and transport equipment, electric power machinery, food and livestock, metal and metal products, chemicals and chemical products, plastics, yarn, paper |
| Government | presidential republic |
| Capital | Damascus |
| Population | 19,454,263 (July 2018 est.) |
| Ethnicity | Arab ~50%, Alawite ~15%, Kurd ~10%, Levantine ~10%, other ~15% (includes Druze, Ismaili, Imami, Nusairi, Assyrian, Turkoman, Armenian) |
| Language | Arabic (official), Kurdish, Armenian, Aramaic, Circassian, French, English |
| Exports | Lebanon 31.5%, Iraq 10.3%, Jordan 8.8%, China 7.8%, Turkey 7.5%, Spain 7.3% (2017) – crude oil, minerals, petroleum products, fruits and vegetables, cotton fiber, textiles, clothing, meat and live animals, wheat |
News about Syria
- Israel's limited attack on Iran is a 'deescalatory strike' that allows both countries to step back while saving face, experts believeon April 19, 2024
The city of Isfahan in central Iran was struck at 5am local time, with Israeli drones reported to have targeted an Air Force base which long has been home to Iran's fleet of American-made F-14 Tomcats
- Israel strikes back at Iran: Explosions rock airbase in city linked to Tehran's nuke program but US denies nuclear facilities were targeted after Netanyahu launched attack in defiance of Bidenon April 19, 2024
Israel has conducted strikes on a target in Iran, defying President Joe Biden's warnings over plunging the Middle East further into conflict.
- Israel strikes back at Iran: Explosions rock airbase in Isfahanon April 19, 2024
Israel has conducted strikes in Iran in retaliation for Tehran's unprecedented drone-and-missile assault earlier this week, defying U.S. president Joe Biden 's warning.
- One crew member of jet crashed in Stavropol Region killed, search for another continuesby shazaa on April 19, 2024
Stavropol, SANA- One of the crew members of the plane that crashed in Russia’s Stavropol Region has been killed, the search for the fourth pilot continues, Governor Vladimir Vladimirov said. “We have received clarified data on the accident with the Russian military plane in the Krasnogvardeysky district. We deeply regret that the third crew member …
- I fled Iran and sought refuge in Australia. Now - as Israel's missiles fly - I'm returning home to lead a revolution, even if it's the last thing I doon April 19, 2024
An Iranian man who escaped to the safety of Australia is planning a bold mission to return home and overthrow the government.
- 13 Democrats and 1 Republican vote AGAINST resolution condemning Iran's 'brazen' assault on Israel with over 350 missiles and drones fired as pro-Gaza 'Squad' member Cori Bush slams Israel for taking out Iranian target in Syriaon April 18, 2024
Thirteen Democrats and one Republican voted against a resolution to condemn Iran for its missile strikes on Israel last weekend.
- US occupation steals new quantities of Syrian oil from al-Jazeeraby m.eyon on April 18, 2024
Hasaka, SANA- The US occupation forces on Thursday looted new quantities of Syrian oil from al-Jazeera and transported them into their bases in Iraq. Civil sources in al-Yarubiya near the Iraqi borders told SANA that a convoy of the American occupation, consisting of 45 tankers loaded with Syrian stolen oil, left for Iraq through the …
- Iran warns Israel against attacking nuclear siteson April 18, 2024
A senior Revolutionary Guards general said Iran could review its 'nuclear doctrine' in the event of an Israeli strike on Tehran's atomic facilities.
- 13 Democrats vote against resolution condemning Iran strikeon April 18, 2024
Thirteen Democrats and one Republican voted against a resolution to condemn Iran for its missile strikes on Israel last weekend.
- Iran hints it will build a NUKE if Netanyahu carries out a strike on its atomic sites - and target Israel's nuclear facilitieson April 18, 2024
A senior Revolutionary Guards general said Iran could review its 'nuclear doctrine' in the event of an Israeli strike on Tehran's atomic facilities.
- Joint Syrian-Iraqi-Iranian Judicial Committee stresses strengthening cooperation in the field of combating terrorismby m.eyon on April 18, 2024
Damascus, SANA- Concluding its work on Thursday held in Damascus, the Joint Syrian-Iraqi-Iranian Judicial Committee stressed the importance of strengthening judicial relations between the three countries, and cooperation in the field of combating terrorism, confronting it in all its forms, and prosecuting terrorist groups and organizations wherever they […]
- Cuba congratulates Syria on 78th Anniversary of Evacuation Dayby m.eyon on April 18, 2024
Havana, SANA-Cuba has congratulated Syria on the 78th anniversary of Evacuation Day. Cuban Foreign Ministry stated on its website that the Republic of Cuba congratulates the Syrian Arab Republic on the occasion of National Day, affirming the desire and will to continue strengthening the ties of friendship and cooperation binding the two countries. In turn, […]
- The terrifying arsenal at Iran's disposal: Islamic Republic could disable Israel with EMPs and may have stockpile of dirty bombs, experts warn after Tehran bragged it will unleash 'weapons never used before' if attackedon April 18, 2024
'If such 'never-before-seen' weapons exist, they are probably larger and more sophisticated,' Professor Gerald Steinberg, head of Jerusalem-based NGO Monitor, said.
- Al-Aqsa Flood Operation…the most important developmentsby Baraa on April 18, 2024
– Palestinian media: Israeli forces shot dead 3 Palestinians and wounded others, east of Jabalia in northern Gaza. – Palestinian Health Ministry: In its aggression for the 195th day, Israel has killed till now 33,970 citizens and wounded 76,770. – Palestinian Health Ministry: Over the past 24 hours, the Israeli occupation committed 7 massacres in …
- Arnous, Mokhber stresses strengthening of bilateral cooperation in various fieldsby Baraa on April 18, 2024
Damascus-SANA- Prime Minister Hussein Arnous and Iranian First Vice President, Mohammad Mokhber confirmed during a phone call on Thursday the keenness of both sides to follow through all the joint cooperation projects that were agreed upon. During the call, the two sides discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in various fields, especially in the domain […]
- Mikdad discusses with Abkhazian counterpart developments, bilateral tiesby Baraa on April 18, 2024
Damascus – SANA-The Minister of Foreign Affairs and expatriates, Fayssal Mikdad, received a phone call from Inal Ardzinba, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Abkhazia, with the latter offering congratulations on the 78th anniversary of Evacuation Day and wishing Syria, its people and its leadership continued stability and prosperity. During the call, the two […]
- More martyrs and wounded in ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza Stripby Baraa on April 18, 2024
Occupied Jerusalem, SANA- Israeli occupation continues its brutal aggression against the war-ravaged Gaza Strip by land, air and sea for the 195th day in a row, targeting homes, displaced persons’ gatherings, and streets, and leaving dozens of martyrs and wounded, while committing bloody massacres and horrific crimes against the Palestinians. Palestinian […]
- Iran 'may have dirty bombs' and could disable Israel with EMPson April 18, 2024
'If such 'never-before-seen' weapons exist, they are probably larger and more sophisticated,' Professor Gerald Steinberg, head of Jerusalem-based NGO Monitor, said.
- Al-Dahhak: Syria categorically rejects attempts to undermine UNRWA role, liquidate Palestinian Causeby Baraa on April 18, 2024
New York, SANA- Syria’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Qussai al-Dahhak, affirmed Syria’s categorical rejection of attempts to undermine the role and mandate of United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in the service of the Israeli occupation’s agenda aimed at liquidating the Palestinian Cause, including the right of […]
- Mikdad receives credentials of New UNHCR representative in Syriaby Baraa on April 18, 2024
Damascus-SANA- Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Fayssal Mikdad, on Thursday received the credentials of Mr. Gonzalo Vargas Llosa as Head of the Mission of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Damascus. Mikdad said that Syria welcomes cooperation with the international organization and facilities its task in the country in […]
