Syria | History, People, & Maps | Britannica
WEB2 days ago · Syria, country located on the east coast of the Mediterranean Sea in southwestern Asia. The capital is Damascus. Find a geographical and historical treatment of Syria, including maps, statistics, and a survey of …
Syria - The World Factbook
WEB5 days ago · Introduction. Background. After World War I, France acquired a mandate over the northern portion of the former Ottoman Empire province of Syria. The French administered the area until granting it independence in 1946. The new country lacked political stability and experienced a series of military coups.
Syria - HISTORY
WEBJul 10, 2017 · Syria is home to one of the oldest civilizations in the world, with a rich artistic and cultural heritage. From its ancient roots to its recent political instability and the Syrian Civil War, the...
History of Syria - Wikipedia
WEBThe history of Syria covers events which occurred on the territory of the present Syrian Arab Republic and events which occurred in the region of Syria.
Syria country profile - BBC News
WEBApr 19, 2023 · Syria covers an area that has seen invasions and occupations over the ages, from Romans and Mongols to Crusaders and Turks. It is home to diverse ethnic and religious groups, including Kurds,...
Syria - The World Factbook
WEBDec 21, 2021 · Syria. Middle East. Page last updated: December 21, 2021. Photos of Syria. View 1 Photos. Introduction. Background. Tip. Visit the Definitions and Notes page to view a description of each topic. Definitions and Notes. Geography. Location. Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Lebanon …
Syria: The story of the conflict - BBC News
WEB11 March 2016. More than 250,000 Syrians have lost their lives in four-and-a-half years of armed conflict, which began with anti-government protests before escalating into a full-scale civil war.
Syria Summary - The World Factbook
WEB5 days ago · Background. After World War I, France acquired a mandate over the northern portion of the former Ottoman Empire province of Syria. The French administered the area until granting it independence in 1946. Syria united with Egypt in 1958 to form the United Arab Republic. In 1961, the two entities separated, and the Syrian Arab Republic was ...
The social and political system in Syria | Britannica
WEBSyria, officially Syrian Arab Republic, Country, Middle East, along the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Area: 71,480 sq mi (185,180 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 23,434,000. Capital: Damascus. Arabs are the main …
Syria profile - Timeline - BBC News
WEBJan 14, 2019 · A chronology of key events: 1918 October - Arab troops led by Emir Feisal, and supported by British forces, capture Damascus, ending 400 years of Ottoman rule. Getty Images. The Ottoman governor of...
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