Sources: France 24
Syria's government closes all schools and cancels public events until April 2, to prevent the spread of the virus. Syrian Minister Imad al-Azab rejects claims the government is covering up cases and says the new measures are "precautionary". 2020-03-14
U.S. President Donald Trump warns Syria's government that the U.S. is "locked and loaded" to strike again if Syria were to carry out new chemical attacks. 2018-04-15
At least two bombings are reported of government facilities in the Syrian capital Damascus with several police and civilians reported dead. 2012-03-17
Human rights organisations estimate that the Government of Syria has killed 1,000 civilians so far during the protests.2011-05-24
Dozens of tanks have been sent to the Syrian city of Homs as the Government continues to crack down on protesters. 2011-05-5
Protests continue in Syria despite the lifting of the state of emergency law. 2011-04-20
At least four people are shot dead by security forces during anti-government protests in Syria. 2011-04-17
Security forces in Syria arrest dozens of people following pro-reform protests. 2011-04-2
Protests continue in cities across Syria demanding greater freedoms; gunfire is also heard in Deraa. 2011-03-25
Syrian forces kill at least four people at the Omari Mosque in the southern Syrian city of Deraa following days of protest against the Ba'ath Party. 2011-03-23