Present news in syria
Here are some recent news updates from Syria:
Conflict and Violence
- The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reported that at least 12 civilians were killed in airstrikes by Russian and Syrian government forces on the town of Ariha in Idlib province on February 22.
- The Syrian government and its allies have been conducting a military campaign in Idlib province, which is the last major stronghold of anti-government rebels.
- The SOHR also reported that at least 15 government soldiers were killed in a suicide bombing in the city of Aleppo on February 21.
Humanitarian Crisis
- The United Nations has warned that the humanitarian situation in Syria is deteriorating rapidly, with over 12 million people in need of assistance.
- The UN has appealed for $1.2 billion to support humanitarian efforts in Syria in 2023.
- The Syrian government has been accused of blocking aid deliveries to rebel-held areas, leading to widespread shortages of food, medicine, and other essential supplies.
Political Developments
- The Syrian government has announced that it will hold presidential elections on May 26, with President Bashar al-Assad expected to run for re-election.
- The elections have been widely criticized by opposition groups and Western countries, who have accused the government of manipulating the electoral process.
- The Syrian government has also announced plans to hold parliamentary elections in July.
Economic Crisis
- The Syrian economy is facing a severe crisis, with inflation soaring and the value of the Syrian pound plummeting.
- The government has imposed strict currency controls and has been accused of using the crisis to crack down on opposition groups.
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the Syrian economy is at risk of collapse if the government does not implement reforms.
Other News
- The Syrian government has announced plans to reopen the country's borders with Turkey, which have been closed since 2015.
- The government has also announced plans to restore electricity and water supplies to the city of Aleppo, which has been heavily damaged by the conflict.
- The Syrian government has accused the United States of supporting terrorist groups in the country, and has threatened to take action against US-backed forces in the region.
Please note that the situation in Syria is complex and constantly evolving, and the news updates provided above may not be comprehensive or up-to-date.