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Father Siraj Dib from Damascus: 'As Long as We Have Faith, We Have Hope!'
ExclusiveFather Siraj Dib from Damascus: 'As Long as We Have Faith, We Have Hope!'

However, in Bab Touma, a district with a strong Christian majority in the eastern part of Old Damascus, a sense of apprehension and waiting prevails in the almost deserted streets. Most shops and churches remain closed, awaiting a stabilization of the political and military situation. This is Beirut spoke to the residents of this neighborhood, ...

The Story of a Christian Community in Damascus, After Assad...
ExclusiveThe Story of a Christian Community in Damascus, After Assad...

Father Siraj Dib, a Maronite priest of the Archdiocese of Damascus, shares a powerful testimony about the situation of Christians in the Syrian capital after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. In this exclusive interview, he reflects on the liberation of Syria, the hopes and fears of the residents of Bab Touma and the uncertainty surrounding ...

The Media Glossary: Saydnaya Prison
VideosThe Media Glossary: Saydnaya Prison

What is the prison often described as a symbol of torture, fear and inhumane practices? What is Saydnaya Prison, and why is it gaining renewed attention following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime?

Debunked: Where Is Bashar al-Assad?
VideosDebunked: Where Is Bashar al-Assad?

Viral claims of a plane crash, a secretive escape and surprising images have fueled speculation about the whereabouts of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. What is really happening, and where is Assad? Let’s debunk the fake claims.

The Syrian Civil War: From 2011 to 2024
The Syrian Civil War: From 2011 to 2024

From pro-democracy protests to the collapse of the Assad regime, over 13 years of the Syrian Civil War ended on December 8, 2024.

Assad's Fall: Syrian Refugees in Beirut Speak Out
VideosAssad's Fall: Syrian Refugees in Beirut Speak Out

Syrian refugees living in Beirut expressed cautious optimism after the fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. Syrian refugees living in Beirut expressed cautious optimism after the fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. pic.twitter.com/goh7wrxeLM— This is Beirut (@ThisIsBeirut_) December 8, 2024     With AFP