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Why Israel and Turkey are trading insults and jockeying for power in neighbouring Syria

When Israeli jets struck the Abu al-Duhur airbase in northern Syria on August 18, Israel said the attack was meant to stop Turkish forces from deploying there to help rebuild Syria’s army.

The Conversation

What the SDF’s dissolution means for Syria’s Kurds and neighbouring Turkey

Nearly a week after the Syrian Democratic Forces agreed to dissolve, the consequences are beginning to take shape for Syria's Kurds and neighbouring Turkey. As the former US-backed force is absorbed into the Syrian state, questions remain over what the country's Kurds have secured in return – from language and…

Radio France Internationale

Syria President appoints Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi as presidential adviser

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi as an adviser to the presidency, state media said on Friday. Abdi's appointment comes just days after he dissolved the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) as part of an integration agreement with Damascus.

France 24

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In taking Syria off state sponsor of terrorism list, US is putting its faith in al-Qaida alumni – that presents risks and opportunities

Syria’s delisting as a state sponsor of terrorism was a long time coming.

The Conversation

US terror list removal 'shakes off dark stain' from Syria, al-Sharaa says

Washington rescinded a designation in place since 1979, lifting severe economic restrictions and opening the door to private investment, as the US State Department also removed the terror designation from HTS, the group al-Sharaa led to topple Assad.

Euronews

US removes Syria from terrorism list after 46 years - what it means for the Middle East country

The United States on Monday removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, ending a designation that had been in place since 1979 and imposing significant restrictions on trade, investment and financial transactions with the country.

The Times of India

US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - The United States on Monday removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, rescinding a decades-old designation that came with severe economic restrictions and marking another step in warming ties between the countries.

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The next war nobody wants: Can Israel and Turkey avoid a conflict?

Israel's recent strike on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase signals a new dangerous front. The underlying contest involves shaping Syria's future military and political order. Israel views Turkish-backed Syrian military as a strategic threat to its security. Turkey sees Israeli actions as an attempt to limit its regional influence. The possibility…

The Economic Times

Minibus explosion in Damascus suburb wounds 14 people

An explosion on a minibus Thursday in a suburb of the Syrian capital Damascus wounded 14 people, three of them critically, but there were no fatalities, Syria's health ministry said Friday. Syrian state media earlier reported two deaths, but the ministry said the fatalities were incorrectly recorded.

France 24

UN chief calls for end of all sanctions on Syria during second day of visit

Western countries including the United States have announced the easing of sanctions on Syria, but investors have remained cautious.

Euronews

How top Syrian diplomat Asaad al-Shaibani’s road to Damascus is shaking the Mideast

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani’s diplomatic motorcade hit the road shortly after his appointment. From Riyadh to Beirut, Washington to Moscow, Shaibani has been at the forefront of President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s bid to open a new chapter in Mideast history. But the rebel official-turned-diplomat may find Damascus does not hold…

France 24

Syria arrests IS group-linked suspects over Damascus bombings during Macron visit

Syrian authorities said on Thursday they had arrested several suspects accused of carrying out a series of bombings in Damascus including attacks during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit this week. The interior ministry said security forces dismantled the entire cell, while an official blamed the Islamic State group, which has…

France 24

Trump initiates removal of Syria from US list of state sponsors of terrorism

US President Donald Trump formally began the process of removing Syria from his country's list of state sponsors of terrorism on Wednesday, notifying Congress after telling Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa the move would help rebuild the war-ravaged country. The decision marks a major shift in Washington's policy towards Damascus and…

France 24

Trump Vows To Scrap Syria's Terror Label After NATO Talks With Al-Sharaa: 'He's Done A Great Job'

President Trump announces plans to remove Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation, following a meeting with Syrian President al-Sharaa at the NATO summit, aiming to boost Syria's economic recovery.

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'I think I will': Trump hints at lifting Syria's terror label, calls interim president 'great job'

US President Trump suggested Syria could be removed from the terrorism sponsor list. He praised Syria's interim leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, for his leadership. This potential move follows the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's government last year. The US also previously revoked the terror designation for Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham. Trump expressed confidence…

France 24

Why the Damascus blasts during Macron’s visit are a blow to al-Sharaa

The twin blasts that rocked Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Syria this week underscore the fragility of President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s authority and the security challenges he faces. They also undermine the message of stability that Damascus is striving to convey to the international community.

Radio France Internationale

Macron says Syria must not be destabilised after bombs wound 18

French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Tuesday that Syria must not be destabilised after twin bomb attacks near the Damascus hotel where he spent the night, during a landmark state visit to a country emerging from years of civil war.

Radio France Internationale

TotalEnergies to discuss Syria offshore exploration, still wary of insecurity

TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné said security concerns still rule out a return to onshore oil operations, but confirmed the French company is rebuilding its Iraq-Syria oil transit routes.

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Is Emmanuel Macron Safe? Explosions Near Hotel During Syria Visit Trigger Security Clampdown

French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria was disrupted by explosions near his hotel in Damascus, though he was unharmed. The visit aimed to support Syria's rebuilding and political reforms

The Times of India

Watch: Explosions near Macron's Damascus hotel as French leader meets Syria's president

Explosions struck central Damascus near President Emmanuel Macron's hotel. The French president proceeded with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Macron is the first EU leader to visit Syria since 2024. His visit focuses on reconstruction and restoring diplomatic engagement. Discussions also covered counterterrorism cooperation and regional security…

The Independent UK

Bombs go off near hotel where Macron is staying in Damascus

Macron first major EU leader to visit Syrian capital since Bashar al-Assad was toppled

Radio France Internationale

Macron to become first Western European leader to visit post-Assad Syria

French President Emmanuel Macron will visit ‌Syria to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and issues of ⁠mutual interest, the Syrian presidency has announced, in what would be the first visit by a Western European head of state since Ahmed al-Sharaa came to power following the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad…

Euronews

Trump tells Netanyahu 'be responsible with Lebanon, let Syria handle Hezbollah' at G7

Trump questions Netanyahu's methods, says Beirut strike was excessive, and points to Syria’s President as the most “capable” of countering Hezbollah.

International Business Times UK

Trump Sends Luxury Cologne Gift and Awkward Inside Joke Letter to Syrian President

Trump's White House meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa turns controversial after a luxury cologne gift and an awkward 'how many wives' joke ignite global backlash and viral debate.

Euronews

Syria's president arrives in Qatar for talks after Saudi Arabia visit

Syria’s president Ahmed al-Sharaa visited Doha on Wednesday for talks with Qatar’s emir on economic cooperation, investment and post-al-Assad regional reintegration.

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