Syria opens female police training institute in Damascus
Syria's Interior Minister opened a female police institute in Tel Breef, Damascus, aimed at expanding women's roles in law enforcement and security work.
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Syrian investigation committee charges 23 officials with violations in Sweida events
A national investigation committee looking into events that occurred in Sweida in July has revealed that 23 elements from the General Security and Ministry of Defense have been arrested and are facing trial on charges of committing violations.
U.S. jury convicts Syrian official of torture
A jury in Los Angeles found a former Syrian government official guilty of charges related to his role directing prisons under the regime of Bashar al-Assad. The U.S. Department of Justice announced the conviction.
Prisoner swap signals potential breakthrough in Suwayda-Damascus stalemate
A prisoner swap between Damascus and Suwayda has opened new negotiations after months of deadlock. However, internal divisions and questions over representation remain obstacles to resolving the dispute.