Signs that Syria is taking a more Islamist direction raise warning signs for liberal and more secular Syrians and for Western ...

Syria implements new swimwear rules. Public beaches and pools now require women to wear burkinis or modest attire. Private ...

Syria issued a conservative new dress code Tuesday requiring women to wear burkinis or full-body swimwear on all public ...

The rules are aimed at "enhancing public safety standards and preserving public decency", state media reports.

Some private venues have been exempted as the ministry said that private beach clubs and venues considered "luxurious" by ...

The ministry’s directive comes six months after Islamist forces toppled longtime President Bashar al-Assad, marking a sharp ...

“More modest swimwear is required ... The new regulations reflect the influence of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the Islamist coalition now leading Syria’s transitional government.

The regulations ... Women often dress modestly on public beaches in Syria, but some women do opt for more Western styles of swimwear. The new government previously pledged to govern inclusively.

Syrian authorities have issued directives urging women to wear modest swimwear on public beaches, with a particular ...