Overview

Across Syria, seasonal weather and holiday celebrations converged as communities observed Christmas and New Year festivities while parts of Idlib were dusted by snow. Snowfall was reported along the M4 highway near Jisr al-Shughur, providing a wintry backdrop to holiday activities in several cities. Public events ranged from religious services to cultural exhibitions reflecting local traditions.

Scenes Across Syria

In central and coastal regions, Homs hosted Christmas and New Year celebrations and Tartous marked the New Year with public festivities. The historic town of Maaloula staged a traditional handicrafts exhibition, and Damascus saw both religious observances by Syrian Christian communities and the "Jasmine Meets Olive" event promoting Arab–Kurdish unity. These gatherings showcased cultural diversity and social solidarity across the country as reported by SANA