Hawar news agency plan ANHA, December 23, 2025

Tribal elders and human rights activists in al-Hasakah reaffirmed their rejection of hate speech, emphasizing the unity of the Syrian people and lands, and calling for national dialogue and partnership as the only way to preserve civil peace and build a new, inclusive Syria. (Photos and videos attached)

The co-chair of the Democratic Peoples’ Council stated that the Syrian crisis is the result of decades of centralized political and administrative accumulation imposed by ruling regimes, and that the Autonomous Administration provides a democratic alternative to the Syrian crisis. (Photos and videos attached)

A member of the Preparatory Committee for the Kurdish Tribes Union indicated that the Kurdish tribes aim to hold a conference around the New Year to promote peace and coexistence among all community components and ensure the protection of public security and its achievements. (Photos and videos attached)

Abdullah Ocalan has launched the “Peace and Democratic Society” initiative in Turkey and Kurdistan, setting the agenda for the entire year.

Syrian economic advisor and expert Shukri Youssef stated that the Syrian economy remains far from recovery, even with the lifting of the Caesar Act, due to deep structural challenges caused by years of war, the lack of security and political stability, and a weak investment environment.

Despite the closure of factories and the fading sound of looms, Stera Ayo continues to resist with patience and determination, weaving the past and preserving the identity of a community fearful of losing one of its oldest crafts. Over the years, she has woven about 250 wool and cotton pieces to gift to children, though she has had none herself, keeping them to this day. (Photos and videos attached)

Residents of Raqqa canton will offer condolences for the fallen Popular Defense Forces fighter Hassan Muhammad Ibrahim at a condolence tent in Raqqa city at 10:00. (Photos and videos attached)

The Youth and Sports Authority in Deir ez-Zor canton will hold its annual meeting at the Deir ez-Zor Executive Council Hall in the Industrial Area at 10:00. (Photos and videos attached)

The Martyrs’ Families Council in al-Hasakah, Jazira canton, will hold a memorial ceremony for two People's Defense Forces fighters, martyrs Zanar Hasakah and Demahet Derbasiyah, at 11:00. (Photos and videos attached)

The Martyrs’ Families Council in Qamishlo will hold a funeral ceremony for an SDF commando fighter, Jia Ros, at the Martyr Dalil Sarokhan shrine in Qamishli at 11:00. (Photos and videos attached)

Under the sponsorship of the Culture and Arts Authority in the Euphrates canton and Ava Publishing House, the third edition of the Kobani Literary Festival will be held for three days at the Baki Khado Center for Culture and Arts in Kobani, starting at 11:00. (Photos and videos attached)

Residents of Garki Legi city will hold a demonstration condemning the Syrian Interim Government’s attacks on Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh, starting from the Martyr Khubat Square at 11:00. (Photos and videos attached)

The 11th edition of the Roj Ava Culture and Arts Festival continues on its fourth day at the Rojava Union of Intellectuals Center (HRRK) in Qamishli at 16:00. (Photos and videos attached)

The Visual Arts Exhibition concludes on its third and final day at the Muhammad Sheikhku Center for Culture and Arts in Qamishli at 17:00. (Photos and videos attached).