Tensions flare in Syria’s Kurdish northeast as government integration deal moves forward Tensions are rising in northeastern Syria as a Kurdish-led force integrates into Syria’s army The Independent UK · Sep 16
How the War on Terror Turned 9/11 Into a Permanently Open Wound The government ensured that there would be no end to the public's fears—and no real justice for bin Laden's victims. Reason · Sep 11
Syria's al-Sharaa appoints SDF commander as adviser after Kurdish force dissolves The appointment came days after Abdi declared the Kurdish-led force dissolved and integrated into the Syrian army, ending a decade of independent existence in a move Washington called "genuine integration". Euronews · Aug 28
Syria's top Druze leader calls community 'integral part of Israel' Sheikh al-Aql Hikmat al-Hijri made the declaration at a gathering in Suwayda, praising Israel's model of state-building and saying the two communities shared doctrinal "common denominators," a statement that deepens the rift with Damascus. Euronews · Aug 28
Syria's main Kurdish force SDF ceases to exist after army merger Commander Mazloum Abdi announced the SDF's dissolution at the presidential palace in Damascus, ending the existence of the Kurdish-led force that served as Washington's main partner against the so-called Islamic State terrorist group. Euronews · Aug 26
US terror list removal 'shakes off dark stain' from Syria, al-Sharaa says Washington rescinded a designation in place since 1979, lifting severe economic restrictions and opening the door to private investment, as the US State Department also removed the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 · Aug 25
Syria, Russia agree to end military use of key Mediterranean bases Syria and Russia have agreed to end Moscow’s use of two strategic Mediterranean bases as military outposts, Syria's foreign ministry said Sunday. Under the deal, Damascus will take control of the Hmeimem air base and part of Tartous port, while the remaining military facilities will be converted into joint training… France 24 · Aug 9
Iran-US war latest: Trump warns Tehran will be ‘hit very hard’ unless Hormuz reopens Trump said the agreement would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran’s nuclear program The Independent UK · Aug 4
UN chief urges global support for Syria during first Damascus visit since 2009 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is the first UN chief to visit Syria since his predecessor Ban Ki-moon in 2009, two years before the start of Syria's civil war. Euronews · Jul 25
Syria taken off US terror blacklist after 47 years, paving way for investment Syria is no longer designated a state sponsor of terrorism by the United States – a move that opens the door to American investment in the country, whose economy has been decimated by decades of conflict. Radio France Internationale · Jul 18
Trump ‘asked Netanyahu’ to pull Israeli troops out of Syria and Lebanon: ‘They don’t want you there’ Israel currently occupies swathes of southern Lebanon and Syria despite international backlash The Independent UK · Jul 15
Syria says it arrested suspects behind the Damascus bombings during Macron's visit Syrian authorities say they've arrested several suspects accused of a string of explosions in Damascus, including the bombings during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit this week The Independent UK · Jul 9
Trump blasts NATO for rejecting his efforts to claim Greenland as leaders hold a summit in Turkey In a recent address, President Trump lambasted NATO allies for their approaches to Greenland and Iran, while also expressing frustration over the defense spending pledges from European nations. NATO Secretary-General Rutte confirmed that many member states are enhancing their defense investments. Furthermore, Ukraine's President Zelenskyy advocated for the country's accession… The Economic Times · Jul 8
Macron Made His Way To Syria For a Landmark Visit. Explosive Devices Detonated Near His Hotel. Explosives devices detonated near the hotel in which French President Emmanuel Macron is staying during a visit to Syria. International Business Times · Jul 7
The Independent UK · Jul 7 Explosions rock Damascus as French President Macron visits Syria Explosions rocked Damascus shortly after French President Emmanuel Macron entered the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa
The Independent UK · Jul 7 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
Euronews · Jul 7 Macron arrives in Syria for first post-Assad visit by western European leader Macron will meet with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the presidential palace and “engage directly with diverse Syrian people,” his office said.
The Independent UK · Jul 6 Macron arrives in Syria as first major western leader to visit war-torn country under new leadership French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Syria, becoming the first major western leader to visit since Bashar al-Assad's ouster in 2024
The Economic Times · Jul 6 Trump won big spending promises from NATO last year. This week in Turkey, he'll try to enforce them President Trump heads to Turkey to press NATO allies on defense spending pledges. He expects immediate action on the 5% GDP target, a key focus after last year's summit. Despite ongoing disputes, Trump seeks to solidify his influence on the alliance's future, while also planning meetings on Ukraine and Syria.…
International Business Times · Jun 28 Israel, Lebanon Stumped By Trump's Move to Pit Syria Against Hezbollah Trump's suggestion is that the battle-hardened and Islamist-led insurgents who overthrew Syria's autocratic President Bashar Assad and formed a new government could be useful in eliminating the Hezbollah threat than the Israeli army.
The Independent UK · May 26 Cash-strapped Syrians living in tent settlements struggle to return home after Assad's fall Sobhieh al-Saleh still lives in a tent in the Syrian province of Idlib despite hopes of returning home after a rebel offensive ousted Bashar Assad in late 2024
The Independent UK · May 1 War-battered Syria now sells itself as a safe corridor amid regional conflict Syria was once a battleground, enduring 14 years of civil war
The Independent UK · Apr 25 EU considers helping with Mideast energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones Top European Union officials say the bloc is looking into funding alternative energy infrastructure in the Middle East that would circumvent conflict hot spots like the Strait of Hormuz
Euronews · Apr 24 EU leaders vow to boost security and economic ties with Middle East to minimise effect of Iran war Leaders from Lebanon, Egypt, Syria and Jordan as well as the secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, were in Nicosia to meet their European Union counterparts on the sidelines of an EU summit.
Euronews · Apr 20 Turkey rallies global middle powers in Antalya amid Hormuz crisis At the Antalya summit, Erdoğan brought together leaders of 150 countries to tackle crises, promote alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz, and showcase the growing diplomatic clout of middle powers.