Bashar al-Assad stories

Jul 7, 2026

Explosions Rock Damascus During French President Macron's Historic Visit to Syria

Two bombs exploded near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying in Damascus during the first visit to Syria by a major Western leader since Assad's fall, wounding at least 18 people including security personnel.

Jul 7, 202620 sources

Apr 28, 2026

Syria Begins First Public Trial of Assad-Era Officials in Damascus

A Syrian court held its first public hearing in the trial of ousted president Bashar al-Assad and senior officials from his former government. Former security chief Atef Najib appeared in person, while Assad and his brother Maher are being tried in absentia.

Apr 28, 20266 sources