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Falcon drones, rockets and night-vision snipers: How Syria’s rebels planned for years to oust Assad

Bel Trew speaks to commanders of the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the group that led the charge to topple Bashar al-Assad, about the long-term planning and military innovations that brought victory – and about what comes next

The Independent UK

Kremlin rejects claims exiled Syrian dictator Assad’s wife is seeking a divorce in Moscow

Reports claim Syrian dictator’s British-born wife is severely ill with leukaemia and wishes to return to UK

The Independent UK

Monday briefing: The mammoth task of rebuilding Syria – and how to achieve it

In today’s newsletter: The fall of Assad that brought joy to millions – but the reality has hit of a gargantuan task ahead to reconstruct a shattered nation

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US lifts $10m bounty on HTS leader after talks in Syrian capital

In face-to-face meeting, Ahmed al-Sharaa gave assurances IS would not be allowed to operate in Syria, US official says

The Guardian - UK

US Diplomats Visit Syria To Meet New Rulers

US diplomats have arrived in Syria to speak directly to the new Islamist-led rulers, hoping to encourage a moderate, inclusive path and to find clues on missing Americans, the State Department said Friday.

International Business Times

British contact with banned Syrian rebel group risks legitimising them – Tories

Conservative shadow minister Wendy Morton told MPs British officials meeting with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) could help it solidify its position.

Evening Standard

Syria’s de facto new leader says it is not a threat to the West

Abu Mohammed al-Golani urges the West to lift sanctions on Syria and delist his group as terrorist organisation

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Israeli Strike In Gaza Kills Family; UK Meets Syrian Leader

Recent developments include Israeli strike in Gaza, British and German diplomats engaging with Syrian militant group, and U.S. military targeting Houthi fa...

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France sends diplomats to Syria to make 'initial contact' with new authorities

A French diplomatic mission will travel to the Syrian capital Damascus this Tuesday to reestablish contact after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, acting Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said. Likewise, the US, the UK and other countries are investigating how they might normalise relations with the new regime.

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Syrian HTS leader says rebel factions that overthrew Assad will be ‘disbanded’

HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa says fighters will all be ‘subject to the law’ as he emphasises need for unity in post-war Syria

The Guardian - UK

Former Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad Flees To Russia

Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's statement on his role in the conflict and hope for Syria's future after being ousted and fleeing to Russia.

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Assad Evacuated By Russians As Rebels Capture Damascus

Bashar Assad's departure, new Syrian leadership, U.S. talks, IS threat, Israeli airstrikes - recent developments in Syria.

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EU Sets Conditions For Lifting Sanctions On Syria

EU outlines conditions for lifting sanctions on Syria, emphasizing peaceful political future and governance plan. Cautious optimism for Syria's future.

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Israel strikes Syria as Netanyahu approves plan to expand Golan Heights settlement

Benjamin Netanyahu approved plan to double Israeli population in occupied Golan Heights after night of strikes that came despite Syria rebel leader’s pledge of peace

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New Syria's 1st week: Rebels try to bring normalcy while Syrians vow to speak up

A transformation has started to take place in the week since the unexpected overthrow of Syria’s President Bashar Assad

The Independent UK

One week into a new Syria, rebels aim for normalcy and Syrians vow not to be silent again

A transformation has started to take place in the week since the unexpected overthrow of Syria’s President Bashar Assad

The Guardian - AU

‘Pure joy and awful sadness’: Syrians in Australia cautiously optimistic for their homeland’s future

Syrians who fled Bashar al-Assad’s brutal crackdowns say they are shocked at how quickly the regime fell – but amid relief and elation, minority groups are wary about the future under HTS

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Syrian Officials Linked To Assad's Regime Fleeing Country

Senior Syrian officials linked to Assad's regime vanish post his ousting by insurgents. Efforts to prevent escape complicated by fake identities and foreig...

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Syrian rebels reveal year-long plot that brought down Assad regime

Abu Hassan al-Hamwi’s HTS group coordinated rebels to create a unified war effort that included a specialist drone unit

International Business Times

US Hoping For 'Inclusive' Transition In Syria

The United States was pushing Thursday for an "inclusive" transition in Syria from president Bashar al-Assad's brutal rule, after the country's new leaders pledged to protect minority rights.

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Syrian Rebels Vow Justice For Torture Under Assad Regime

Syrian rebels led by Mohammad al-Jolani stand firm against pardoning Assad regime torturers, seeking justice for victims.

The Independent UK

What does fall of Assad in Syria mean for the Middle East and the West?

How will the fall of the Assad regime reshape geopolitical dynamics worldwide?

International Business Times

Assad Exit Puts US At Perilous Crossroads In Syria

For more than a decade, the United States has sought to keep out of Syria's political debacle, seeing no viable partner.

The Guardian - UK

Leading group of Syrian rebels could be removed from UK terror list

Western intelligence has deemed Hayat Tahrir al-Sham not a direct terror threat to the UK

Evening Standard

OPINION - Who is Abu Mohammed al-Jolani? The Syrian commander is a new breed of leader

Just a few weeks ago the name Ahmed al-Sharaa, 42, would barely have flickered an eyebrow beyond a narrow neighbourhood of northern Syria and Iraq. Better known under his nomme de guerre Abu Mohammed al-Jolani he may now be a candidate for personality of the year, an icon on the…

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