Syrian Arab Republic
Follow them latest Syrian news live on 20 Minutes via our articles and live commentary. Syria is a country located in West Asia, surrounded by Turkey to the north, Iraq to the east, Jordan, Israel to the south and Lebanon to the west. The country has a total area of approximately 185,000 km².
Syria is a land rich in history and culture, having been home to several ancient civilizations, such as the Assyrian, Persian and Roman empires. The country is also known for its historic cities, such as Palmyra, an ancient city renowned for its Roman ruins and ancient monuments. The country is also rich in oil and gas, although production of these resources was heavily affected by the civil war that broke out in 2011.
The capital of Syria is Damascus, which is also the largest city in the country. Syria has experienced a devastating civil war since 2011, which has seen armed factions clash for control of the country and resulted in massive loss of life and infrastructure. The current political and humanitarian situation in Syria remains unstable and worrying.
