https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/syria/ Syria News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:52:10+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-resume-flights-to-syria/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-resume-flights-to-syria/ Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the resumption of three weekly flights to Damascus, Syria, from 7 January 2025. This marks a significant step in reconnecting the region and providing passengers with seamless access to Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of more than 170 destinations. Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:22:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-customers-raise-over-300000-to-support-unicefs-tuerkiye-and-syria-e/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-customers-raise-over-300000-to-support-unicefs-tuerkiye-and-syria-e/ easyJet customers have raised over £300,000 in three weeks to support UNICEF’s emergency appeal. Their donations have helped raise vital funds for the children and their families affected by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:03:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-group-sends-relief-aid-on-board-msc-aurelia-to-earthquake-hit-areas-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/msc-group-sends-relief-aid-on-board-msc-aurelia-to-earthquake-hit-areas-in/ The MSC Group and the MSC Foundation have organized an urgent response to support the population in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Türkiye and Syria. Thu, 23 Feb 2023 07:26:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb.org-provides-free-temporary-housing-for-displaced-earthquake-survivo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb.org-provides-free-temporary-housing-for-displaced-earthquake-survivo/ Airbnb.org is working with non-profit organizations and government entities to offer free, temporary housing to survivors of the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria, and to relief workers. Wed, 15 Feb 2023 07:05:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-supports-relief-efforts-in-turkey-and-syria-with-100000-contribution/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-supports-relief-efforts-in-turkey-and-syria-with-100000-contribution/ Delta Air Lines is contributing $100,000 to the American Red Cross in support of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies’ (IFRC) response effort in Turkey and Syria following a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck southeast Turkey in the early hours of Feb. 6. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 08:09:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-humanitarian-airbridge-to-transport-emergency-aid-to-vict/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-humanitarian-airbridge-to-transport-emergency-aid-to-vict/ In the wake of the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, Emirates is setting up an airbridge with the International Humanitarian City (IHC), to transport urgent relief supplies, medical items and equipment to support on-ground aid efforts and search and rescue activities in both countries. Sun, 12 Feb 2023 09:01:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraport-ag-and-tav-airports-holding-donate-1-million-to-aid-earthquake-vict/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fraport-ag-and-tav-airports-holding-donate-1-million-to-aid-earthquake-vict/ Fraport AG has joined forces with TAV Airports Holding to donate €1 million to the victims of the earthquake in Turkey. The two companies work closely together in the Turkish market in the operating consortium of Antalya Airport. Fri, 10 Feb 2023 08:25:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-expresses-condolences-to-the-people-of-tuerkiye-and-syria/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-expresses-condolences-to-the-people-of-tuerkiye-and-syria/ The thoughts of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), and its Members are with those who have been affected by the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria which has taken so many lives, and devastated hundreds of families. We send our sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of all those affected. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 09:13:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-continues-operations-to-syria-despite-unrest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-continues-operations-to-syria-despite-unrest/ Contrary to recent media reports, Qatar Airways has confirmed scheduled passenger flights to and from Syria are fully operational and that reports the airline has suspended services are completely unfounded. Qatar Airways has only reduced frequency from ten flights a week to seven services each week to and from Damascus due to a reduction in traffic. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:39:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/violence-erupts-in-syria/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/violence-erupts-in-syria/ At least 10 people are said to have died in renewed protests across Syria against President Bashar al-Assad. Security forces fired tear gas and bullets after Friday prayers in the capital Damascus, but Syrian state TV blamed unidentified gunmen for some deaths. More than 1,300 people have been killed and thousands more detained since a crackdown on anti-government protests began in March. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:39:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-urged-to-flee-syria/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-urged-to-flee-syria/ British residents still in Syria have been warned to leave as soon as possible by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office. The warning comes as violent disturbances in urban centres across the country, including the capital Damascus, continue. Sat, 18 Jun 2011 10:52:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/syrian-army-moves-to-crush-protests/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/syrian-army-moves-to-crush-protests/ Travellers in the Middle East have been urged to flee Syria as government forces move into the northern town of Jisr al-Shughour to crush dissent. Heavy fighting was reported by state media, with armed groups using tanks and helicopters to attack anti-government protestors. Sun, 12 Jun 2011 11:07:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-citizens-urged-to-flee-syria/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-citizens-urged-to-flee-syria/ Officials at the US State Department have urged all citizens still in Syria to “depart immediately” while commercial transportation is readily available. Political circumstances in the Middle Eastern country have continued to deteriorate in recent days, with the US acknowledging the “volatility of the current situation”. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 07:37:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-photography-holiday-to-syria-launched-by-frui/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-photography-holiday-to-syria-launched-by-frui/ Budding photographers now have the chance to hone their shutter skills in the up-and-coming Middle Eastern hotspot of Syria, with a new photography holiday offered by Frui. From perfectly preserved Crusader castles to hidden boutique hotels, Syria boasts a myriad of hidden attractions just longing to be discovered by the photographer’s eye. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:42:45 +0000