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BBC works in Syria, but not all of it, as of .

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Britain's public broadcaster offering world news, analysis, documentaries, and entertainment

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What works

Each part of the service, checked from Syria.

Core useWorks

The BBC.com front page loaded from a Syrian connection on desktop, showing live coverage and current news stories with no block page or sanctions notice.

Landing pageWorks

BBC.com opened from a Syrian connection on desktop, with its section navigation and the sign-in and registration links showing and no block page.

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Sign-inNot checked
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Need Help with BBC?

If you're experiencing issues accessing BBC in Syria, you can reach out to their support team directly.

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Sanctions are lifted. Most companies just haven't updated their policies. A word from inside BBC can change that.

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Tips for advocating

  • Reach out to legal, compliance, or policy teams.
  • Reference the lifted sanctions.
  • Point to competitors who have already unblocked Syria.

Frequently Asked Questions

Partly. The core use of BBC works in Syria, but something else about it fails or has not been checked. This page lists what works and what does not.

Many international services blocked access to Syria due to previous sanctions and compliance policies. Even as sanctions are being reviewed, some companies have not yet restored access. Unblock Syria tracks these services and advocates for change.

You can help by voting on this page to show demand, sharing it on social media, and contacting BBC directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.