07:46

Syria Reconstruction

Syria's al‑Sharaa discusses security, reconstruction with France's Macron and Türkiye's Erdoğan

Syrian President Ahmad al‑Sharaa held separate telephone discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Friday (9 January), focusing on Syria’s internal security situation, reconstruction efforts and broader regional developments.

01:02

Russia-Ukraine

Germany’s Merz tells Washington Russian frozen assets must go to Ukraine

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday (4 December) firmly rejected U.S. proposals to use Russian assets frozen in the European Union for the benefit of the United States, emphasising that these funds should be directed to support Ukraine.

16:56

Ukraine adviser

Former Ukrainian envoy to U.S. chosen as Zelenskyy’s reconstruction adviser

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday he had appointed Oksana Markarova, the country’s former ambassador to the United States, as his new adviser on reconstruction and investment, expanding the team responsible for long-term recovery planning.

11:13

Al Arabiya interview

President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan speaks to Al Arabiya TV

Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev highlighted the historic peace agreement with Armenia, regional development, energy, and the country's growing role in diplomacy during an interview with Al Arabiya TV channel which broadcasts globally and is based in Riyadh.

16:30

Ukraine reconstruction

European Commission commits €2.3 billion to Ukraine reconstruction

The European Commission announced €2.3 billion in financial support to help Ukraine rebuild despite ongoing Russian attacks.

20:35

Ukraine

Rebuilding Ukraine: The long road to restoring homes and communities

Ukraine faces a massive housing crisis as the ongoing war leaves over 2.5 million homes damaged or destroyed. Reconstruction efforts are advancing, but the road ahead remains long, complex, and deeply tied to economic, demographic, and security realities.

11:04

World News

Qatar pledges support for Syria's reconstruction, urges sanctions relief

Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, said Thursday that his nation is ready to partner with Syria's new administration to rebuild and develop the country.