Damascus | History, Map, Syrian Civil War, Assad regime ...
2 days ago · Damascus is the capital of Syria. Located in the southwestern corner of the country, it has been called the ‘pearl of the East,’ praised for its beauty and lushness. It is unclear when …
Old city of Damascus - Wikipedia
Map of Damascus in 1855 The old city of Damascus (Arabic: دِمَشْق ٱلْقَدِيمَة, romanized: Dimašq al-Qadīmah) is the historic city centre of Damascus, Syria. The old city, which is one …
Israel Bombs Damascus, Warns Syria of Painful Blows | TIME
Jul 16, 2025 · Israel launched a series of airstrikes on central Damascus early Wednesday, targeting what it called key Syrian military infrastructure, including the Syrian Defense Ministry …
Israel strikes Damascus, Syria, vowing to defend Druze : NPR
Jul 16, 2025 · Israel said it struck military targets in Syria's capital to intervene after clashes between Syrian security forces and Bedouins against the Druze in southern Syria.
Ancient City of Damascus - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Ancient City of Damascus Founded in the 3rd millennium B.C., Damascus is one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. In the Middle Ages, it was the centre of a flourishing craft industry, …
Damascus | AP News
Damascus Syrian church marks Christmas and reaffirms faith months after deadly attack Hundreds of worshippers have gathered at Mar Elias Church in Syria to remember those lost …
Damascus News Today | Latest News - NewsNow
Latest news on Damascus, Syria's capital city, covering political transition, security developments, urban services, cultural heritage preservation and daily life in this historic metropolis. …
Where is Damascus | Location of Damascus in Syria Map
Damascus is the capital and largest city of Syria, known as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Damascus is home to the Umayyad Mosque, a masterpiece of …
Syria war updates: Opposition takes Damascus, al-Assad flees
Dec 7, 2024 · Syrian opposition fighters have captured the capital, Damascus, and declared victory on state television. Russia says Bashar al-Assad has left the country and given orders …
Festive lights, security tight for Christmas in Damascus
4 days ago · Christmas lights illuminate Damascus's Old City while government forces patrol its shadows as security fears haunt Syria's Christian community.