HMOTH, Syria — A European delegation from the Syriac Cross Organization for Relief and Development continued its tour of Syria with a visit to Wadi al-Masihiyeen (Valley of the Christians) in Hmoth (Homs) Governorate to learn about the region's situation and residents' needs, follow up on humanitarian, developmental, and cultural projects and initiatives, and to discuss ways to support and develop them.

MARMARITA, Syria — Organizers of the Marmarita Carnival, traditionally held on 14 August to mark the Feast of the Dormition and Assumption of the Virgin Mary, have announced the cancellation of this year's event for the second consecutive year, citing the fragile security situation in the region and across Syria. For decades, residents of the Wadi al-Masihiyeen (Valley of the Christians) and visitors from across the country have gathered on 14 August to celebrate the Feast of the Virgin Mary, making the carnival one of the most important religious and cultural events for Christians in Syria.

HMOTH, Syria — The Universal Syriac Scouts, in collaboration with the Syrian Syriac Scout Association, has launched its first-ever scout camp at "Beth Sabro, Land of Hope" in the Wadi al-Masihiyeen (Valley of the Christians) village of Kima, Hmoth (Homs) Governorate, Syria Held under the theme Camp of Friends of Nature, the event brought together leaders and rover scouts from various Syriac scout troops across Syria, aiming to strengthen the scout movement, instill environmental stewardship and foster a spirit of service and volunteerism among the youth.