Damascus: Quick Facts

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Nov. 13, 2026

News •

Syrian deployment to Saudi Arabia marks major Middle East shift • Nov. 9, 2026, 10:47 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)

Saudi Arabia eyes Syrian military help against Houthis amid command critiques • Nov. 9, 2026, 6:08 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)

The details of Damascus reportedly sending forces to support Riyadh • Nov. 8, 2026, 3:21 PM ET (Jerusalem Post)

Syria says it foiled Hezbollah plot on Homs refinery • Nov. 7, 2026, 6:36 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)

Jordan, Syria form joint security panel to probe Daraa airstrikes • Oct. 28, 2026, 11:23 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)

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The Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, Syria, features prominent minarets and a large central dome, surrounded by city buildings and satellite dishes under a cloudy sky.

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Courtyard of the Umayyad Mosque

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