ALEPPO: A large public celebration was held in the vicinity of Aleppo Citadel to mark the 15th anniversary of the Syrian revolution, with broad participation from residents, activists, media professionals, and local figures.
Participants raised national flags and chanted slogans reaffirming their commitment to the principles that drove the revolution 15 years ago, stressing their determination to continue working toward building a new Syria, the Syrian Arab News Agency reported.
The event featured several speeches expressing pride in the anniversary and honoring the sacrifices made by the martyrs and the Syrian people in their pursuit of freedom, dignity, and the fall of tyranny.
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Celebrations were held in several Syrian provinces in recent days to mark the 15th anniversary of the revolution, a pivotal moment in the country’s modern history, and culminated in victory and liberation on Dec. 8, 2024.
Civil activist Aisha Al-Khatib said the gathering reflected the positive atmosphere in Aleppo since its liberation.
Actor Yamen Nour said the anniversary “holds a special meaning,” adding that Syrians were experiencing mixed emotions as they recalled a revolution “that prevailed through sacrifice.”
Aleppo revolutionary Nasser Nabha said the turnout showed that the spirit of the revolution remains alive.
Celebrations were held in several Syrian provinces in recent days to mark the 15th anniversary of the revolution, a pivotal moment in the country’s modern history, and culminated in victory and liberation on Dec. 8, 2024.
Meanwhile, President Ahmad Al-Sharaa received a delegation from the Syrian Kurdish community at the People’s Palace on Saturday.
The meeting, held on the dual occasion of Eid Al-Fitr and the first official national celebration of Newroz, was attended by the governors of Aleppo, Raqqa, and Al-Hasakah, as well as the presidential envoy responsible for overseeing the Jan. 29 integration agreement with the SDF, Brig. Gen. Ziad Al-Ayesh.
During the reception, Al-Sharaa emphasized that Newroz is a national holiday that reflects the unique cultural identity of the Kurdish people within the unified Syrian fabric.
He stressed that the rights of Kurdish citizens are “authentic and inherent,” and that Syria’s cultural diversity is a primary source of national strength rather than a point of division.
The president also reiterated the state’s commitment to the comprehensive development of the eastern region.
The attendees expressed their deep appreciation for Presidential Decree No. 13 of 2026, which formally recognized Kurdish identity, restored citizenship to those affected by the 1962 census, and designated the Kurdish language as a national language.
They affirmed their commitment to national unity and the principle of partnership, stressing that the monopoly on arms must remain solely with the state institutions.
