syrian jews

Celebrating Assad regime’s fall, Jews remaining in Syria calls on Syrian Jewish émigrés to visit

Syria's Jewish population dwindles to nine, reflecting centuries of history and resilience amid upheaval. Residents recall a once-thriving community, cultural ties, and the destruction of synagogues.

By RIZIK ALABI/THE MEDIA LINE
05/01/2025

Syrian Jews can finally visit one of the oldest synagogues in the world

Syria's historic Jobar synagogue is safe to visit after years of war, revealing looting and heavy damage.

Reading a torah scroll

Torah Scroll rescued from ancient Syrian synagogue to be returned

The move is set to come during a visit by Syrian Jewish businessmen and Syria's chief Rabbi in early 2025.

Damascus Jewish community unharmed despite rebel overthrow, Syrian Jew tells KAN

The source said they were optimistic that the new government might move towards peace with Israel.

 Screenshot from a BBC broadcast in Syria, December 11, 2024.

BBC sparks outrage over 'diverse' Syrian Jewish population claim

As of 2022, there were reported to be only four Jews left in Syria, the Jewish Virtual Library said. 

What would happen to pro-Palestinian western youth under Hamas? - Syrian American journalist asks

A co-founder and host of the Yalla Show, Bouzo had a long career in journalism – both in Syria and abroad – before becoming a popular content creator based in the US.

25/03/2024
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