Tag Archives: Syria

Catherine Connolly Criticises EU Militarisation, Defends Syria Trip, and Vows Transparency if Elected President

Independent presidential candidate Catherine Connolly has voiced strong criticism of what she described as the European Union’s increasing militarisation, warning that European nations are prioritising defence spending over social welfare at a time of growing global instability. Speaking on Katie Hannon Interview Live, Ms Connolly said the trend toward greater military investment “has always been a concern for me and …

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New Syria PM Vows to Protect Rights of All Religious Groups

Syria’s newly appointed interim prime minister has committed to protecting the rights of minority groups as the US’s top diplomat arrived in the region to encourage a transition toward an inclusive government following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad. Assad’s departure came after a rapid offensive by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and its allies, bringing an end …

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Rebel Leader Vows Justice for Torture Victims in Syria

The main leader of the rebels who overthrew Bashar al-Assad has declared that anyone involved in the torture or killing of detainees during Assad’s rule will be hunted down, and no pardons will be considered. Abu Mohammad Al-Golani made this statement, which was published on the Syrian state TV’s Telegram channel, emphasizing the rebels’ intent to seek justice both within …

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Interim Syrian Leader Pledges Rebuild Amid Funding Crisis

Syria’s new interim prime minister has set ambitious goals to repatriate millions of Syrian refugees, safeguard all citizens, and provide essential services despite significant financial challenges due to a lack of foreign currency. In an interview with the Italian newspaper Il Corriere della Sera, he highlighted the dire state of the economy, noting that a single US dollar now exchanges …

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