Syria

Banned Rights Group Vows to Continue

Leading rights activist says decision to outlaw his organisation “entirely political”.

16 Apr 09

Closely-related couples in Syria are choosing to marry even when blood tests detect genetic conditions.

16 Apr 09

Programme unusual for a country where prison system is not noted for leniency.

11 Apr 09

Young musicians are expressing themselves with their own take on rap and hip-hop.

10 Apr 09

Predicted lay-offs will damage Syrian economy and send unemployment figures soaring, say observers.

9 Apr 09

But some say women are being tricked into entering temporary unions.

2 Apr 09

Syrian human rights lawyer offers a tribute to a political dissident who never lost hope, despite years of suffering.

2 Apr 09

Increasing numbers of voluntary initiatives are emerging to tackle threats to environment.

31 Mar 09

Three-year jail term for internet postings suggests thaw in Syrian-western relations has yet to translate into changes in domestic policy.

26 Mar 09

Recent exports seen as sign that restrictions imposed on occupied territory could be relaxed.

24 Mar 09

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