Syrian American Council hails first People’s Assembly session as a key milestone

Ministers, officials hail milestone as Syria’s new People’s Assembly convenes

Damascus, July 12 (SANA) Syrian ministers and officials have hailed the inaugural session of the new People’s Assembly as a national milestone in consolidating constitutional institutions and a new era defined by work, reconstruction and partnership in service of the nation and its citizens. Information Minister: A new era for legislative work Information Minister Khaled Zaarour []

No: 133, 12 July 2026, Regarding the Convening of the Inaugural Session of the People's Assembly of Syria

We welcome the convening of the inaugural session of the People's Assembly of Syria today (12 July) and consider it an important step toward advancing the political process in line...

Syria’s New Parliament Holds First Session, Marking Transition From Assad Era

Syria's transitional People's Assembly held its inaugural session on Sunday in Damascus, 19 months after Bashar al-Assad's overthrow, with President Ahmed al-Sharaa urging the 210-member chamber to build a culture of rule of law. The assembly's 30-month mandate is to draft a new constitution replacing five decades of one-party rule.

First session of Syria’s parliament convenes after Assad’s ousting

Syria’s transitional parliament began its first session on Sunday, tasked with drafting the country’s new constitution and laying the groundwork for democracy after decades of authoritarian rule. Syria’s new authorities dissolved the country’s rubber-stamp legislature after toppling long-time ruler Bashar al-Assad in December 2024, and adopted a temporary constitutional declaration to cover a five-year transition period. In October last year, and in a process criticised as undemocratic, local...

Syrian transitional parliament holds first session

Syria's transitional parliament began its first session on Sunday, state television reported, tasked with drafting the country's new constitution and laying the groundwork for democracy after decades of authoritarian rule. Syria's new authorities dissolved the country's rubber-stamp legislature after toppling longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad in December 2024, and adopted a temporary constitutional declaration to cover a five-year transition period.

Syria appoints new parliament as Israel tensions continue

Syria has completed the formation of its new People's Assembly, appointing the final 70 members of parliament as part of the country's political transition following the fall of the Assad regime. Meanwhile, security tensions persist along the Israeli border, where recent clashes and Israeli military operations underscore the complex security environment. The post Syria appoints new parliament as Israel tensions continue appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.

Syria’s Parliament Holds First Session After Assad’s Fall

Syria’s new parliament convened for the first time since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, marking a milestone in the country’s political transition. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa describes the parliament as “a platform for truth and justice.” #Syria

Lebanon and Syria form joint ministerial committee on security, economy

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani, left, and Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam sign agreement to establish higher committee comprising ministers from both countries. (SANA) Syria and Lebanon agreed on Thursday to establish a joint ministerial committee aimed at strengthening security coordination, expanding economic cooperation and advancing bilateral ties. The agreement was signed in the Lebanese []

Syria appoints final lawmakers, new parliament to convene next week

Syria has completed the formation of its transitional parliament after President Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed the remaining lawmakers to the 210-member People’s Assembly, allowing the legislature to convene for the first time next week. The move marks another step in the country’s post-Assad political transition, though the chamber will operate with limited authority under Syria’s interim [] The post Syria appoints final lawmakers, new parliament to convene next week appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

New Syrian parliament meets for first time in Damascus

New Syrian parliament meets for first time in Damascus

Syria president names last members to finalize first post-Assad parliament

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Wednesday finalized the formation of the country's first post-Assad-era parliament, which is set to hold its first session next week in a step seen as a test for the country's transition. After toppling longtime ruler Bashar Assad in December 2024 after more than 13 years of civil war, the new authorities dissolved Syria's rubber-stamp legislature and adopted a temporary constitutional declaration to cover a five-year transition period. In a process that began

Syria’s new parliament begins work amid fears of authoritarian rule

Syria’s new transitional parliament convened for the first time Sunday, launching a five-year political transition aimed at drafting a post-Assad constitution following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. The 210-member assembly will serve as Syria’s legislature until national elections are held, but its legitimacy is already under scrutiny. Two-thirds of lawmakers were selected by government-appointed [] The post Syria’s new parliament begins work amid fears of authoritarian rule appeared first on World Israel News.

New Syrian parl’t meets for 1st time in Damascus

Syria’s new parliament convened for the first time on Sunday, 19 months after ​rebels led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa toppled Bashar al-Assad, a milestone in the country’s political transition ‌despite the chamber’s current limited powers. Sharaa, in a speech at parliament in Damascus, told lawmakers to “make this council a model of responsibility and competence” [] The post New Syrian parl’t meets for 1st time in Damascus appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Lebanon and Syria launch joint committee to reset ties after Assad era

ALBAWABA- Lebanon and Syria have agreed to establish a high-level joint committee aimed at rebuilding bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across political, economic, security, and humanitarian sectors, marking a significant step in post-Assad regional realignment...

US Begins Process To Remove Syria From Terrorism List, Signaling Major Shift in Relations 

[DAMASCUS] The United States on Wednesday officially began [] The post US Begins Process To Remove Syria From Terrorism List, Signaling Major Shift in Relations appeared first on The Media Line.

Al-Koni: The Presidential Council has not yet reached an agreement on the selection of the head of the General Intelligence Service and the Chief of Staff.

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Syria's newly formed parliament holds first session after delays

Syria's newly formed parliament has held its first session after several days of delays. Many hope the legislature will deliver long-awaited reforms as the country works to rebuild its institutions and economy after the fall of the Assad regime. Nour Qormosh reports from Damascus.