Syria's Future Threatens U.S. Security The rise of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham in Syria poses a threat, challenging Trump's non-involvement stance. Top News · Dec 23, 2024
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 The Guardian - UK · Dec 23, 2024
The Guardian view on Ahmed al-Sharaa and HTS: seeking to rebuild Syria while branded as terrorists Editorial: The rebel group that toppled the Assad regime finds early success as it reinvents itself to gain international support The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2024
Women will play a key role in a new Syria, says minister Head of women’s affairs Aisha al-Dibs says women from all provinces and ethnicities will help rebuild war-torn country. Al Jazeera · Dec 22, 2024
Christians in Aleppo are celebrating Christmas – but fear for their future ON THE GROUND: As Syria marks the overthrow of the Assad regime, Bel Trew visits Aleppo, where Christian residents are beset by uncertainty. She speaks to families worried about life under a new Islamist-led administration The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2024
Syria has been liberated from Russia and Iran – but outsiders still threaten its new freedom After the fall of the Assad regime, the country now faces challenges from Turkey, Israel and the enmity of the west, says Robin Yassin-Kassab The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2024
What happened in Syria — and why? Did Israel drive the downfall of Bashar Assad, in the third act of a dramatic play for regional supremacy? Salon · Dec 22, 2024
Syrian authorities appoint HTS figures as foreign, defence ministers Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani appointed foreign minister, and Murhaf Abu Qasra named defence minister. Al Jazeera · Dec 21, 2024
‘Resistance was not a choice’: how Syria’s unlikely rebel alliance took Aleppo An Islamist commander retraces his brigade’s march to seize the Syrian city The Guardian - UK · Dec 21, 2024
Syria's Post-Assad Era: Hopes For Peace And Unity Syrians cautiously optimistic post-Assad's removal; stability attributed to HTS; focus on reconciliation. Top News · Dec 21, 2024
Sectarian violence in Syria has been less intense than feared since Assad's ouster The toppling of Bashar Assad has raised tentative hopes that Syrians might live peacefully and as equals after a half century of authoritarian rule The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2024
US Removes M Bounty On Syrian Leader, Focuses On ISIS US removes million bounty on Syrian leader, focusing on combating terrorism and engaging with interim government to locate detained journalist. Top News · Dec 20, 2024
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 · Dec 20, 2024
US drops $10M terrorism bounty offered for capture of Syrian rebel leader who ousted Assad The Biden administration says it has decided not to pursue a $10 million reward it had offered for the capture of a Syrian rebel leader whose forces led the ouster of President Bashar Assad The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2024
The Conversation · Dec 20, 2024 What next for Syria? The danger of violence in post-war transitions Images emerging from Syria over the past week have shown jubilation on the streets, as millions celebrate the end of 24 years of repression under Bashar al-Assad.
International Business Times · Dec 20, 2024 US Diplomats Meet With Syria's New Ruler US diplomats met with Syria's new ruler on Friday, an official told AFP, as outside powers seek assurances the country's Islamist-led authorities will be moderate and inclusive.
Al Jazeera · Dec 20, 2024 US drops $10m reward for arrest of Syria’s new leader after Damascus talks Diplomat Barbara Leaf says US received ‘positive messages’ in talks with HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa in Syrian capital.
Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2024 OPINION - What is Israel doing in Syria? Benjamin Netanyahu may be about to overplay his hand Three days ago, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Defence Minister Israel Katz visited forward positions of the Israel Army at the peak of snow-capped Mount Hermon.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 20, 2024 Iran scrambles to build ties with Syrian leaders as regional influence wanes Loss of authority in Syria after fall of Bashar al-Assad adds to domestic and international crises facing Iranian leaders
International Business Times · Dec 20, 2024 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.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 20, 2024 Inside Aleppo, the city Assad left to rot as a lesson in the price of rising up A decade on from the Guardian’s last visit, it is clear war has ripped the city apart – but there are signs of positive change
Top News · Dec 19, 2024 US Increases Troop Presence In Syria To Combat ISIS US increases troop presence in Syria, appoints envoy, engages with HTS for stability and counterterrorism efforts.
The Conversation · Dec 19, 2024 The road back to Damascus: Syria’s new rulers face challenges in de-weaponizing supply chains The collapse of the Syrian government led by Bashar al-Assad on Dec. 8, 2024 marked a historic moment in the Middle East. It still remains to be fully understood how the rebel coalition — a diverse assembly of political and ideological groups backed by regional powers — swiftly overpowered government…
International Business Times · Dec 19, 2024 Defeat Of Syria's Assad Stirs A Mother's Bitterness In the villages above the Syrian port city of Tartus they once hailed the sons who died fighting in Bashar al-Assad's service as martyrs.
Top News · Dec 19, 2024 Former Syrian Regime Forces Surrender Weapons To Rebel-Linked Government Former Syrian regime forces voluntarily surrender weapons to rebel-linked transitional government in Latakia. New leadership seeks peaceful transition and ...