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Syria’s incomplete security transition has left gaps for Islamic State to exploit

The US military launched a wave of strikes against targets in central Syria on December 19 in response to an attack on US forces near the ancient city of Palmyra one week earlier. That attack saw a lone Islamic State (IS) gunman kill two US service members and one American…

The Conversation

Europe has lost all credibility in the Middle East. The way to regain it lies in Syria, Iraq and Lebanon

Sidelined by Trump, preoccupied with Ukraine and damaged by its immoral stance on Gaza, Europe can still help stabilise its eastern Mediterranean neighbours , says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci

The Guardian - UK

Trump attends dignified transfer of National Guard soldiers killed in Syria

Trump told reporters over the weekend that he was mourning the deaths and vowed retaliation

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Trump to witness dignified transfer for 2 National Guard members killed in Syria

President Donald Trump will undertake one of the most solemn duties facing the commander in chief on Wednesday

The Independent UK

Two soldiers from Iowa identified as Americans killed in Syria ambush

Hundreds of American troops are deployed in eastern Syria as part of a coalition fighting IS

The Independent UK

Trump vows retaliation after 3 Americans are killed in Syria attack, blamed on IS

Trump vowed "serious retaliation" after an ISIS ambush in Syria killed two US troops and a civilian, the first fatalities since Assad's fall. Three were wounded in the attack, which Syrian President al-Sharaa condemned.

Euronews

Can Syria’s president turn wave of global goodwill into tangible results at home?

Sanctions, instability and external meddling are still problems for Ahmed al-Sharaa, one year after Assad’s fall

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One year after Assad’s fall, Syria is on a knife edge

ANALYSIS: After generations of brutal rule, Syria is free – but sectarian conflict, reconstruction costs of $216bn and sanctions make the future unclear, writes chief international correspondent Bel Trew

The Independent UK

One year after Syria ouster, al-Assad lives under strict Russian supervision in Moscow exile

Former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad lives in Moscow under strict Russian supervision with banned public appearances, limited movements and no political activity since fleeing Damascus in December 2024.

Euronews

German-Syrian activist urges Berlin to retain asylum among ongoing persecution fears

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz argues against granting asylum to Syrians after al-Assad's regime fell, but critics warn the country remains unsafe for minorities and women.

Euronews

"Bibi sees ghosts everywhere": U.S. alarmed by Israel's Syria strikes

"He has to stop this because if it continues he will self-destruct."

Axios

Syrians in Europe weigh up returning home one year after al-Assad’s fall

Euronews spoke to Syrians about their experiences of going back to the country after years as refugees and the push-and-pull factors that made them go. Some were enthusiastic to stay, while others were wary of the country’s future.

Euronews

Ukraine: battered by bombing and scarred by corruption

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Trump sprays Syrian president with cologne before asking him how many wives he has

Donald Trump sprayed the Syrian president with his “best” cologne before making a joke about his wife.

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How former jihadist Ahmed al-Sharaa ended up being welcomed to the White House

A few years ago, you might have balked if someone told you that the US president would be photographed in the White House shaking hands with a man who was a former member of al-Qaeda, an insurgent against US forces in Iraq, and had led one of the largest Syrian…

The Guardian - UK

US declares partial suspension of sanctions on Syria after historic meeting

Ahmed al-Sharaa and Donald Trump hold first White House summit between a US and Syrian leader since 1946

The Independent UK

Why Syrian president’s Donald Trump visit is so significant - but will it be a slam-dunk?

ANALYSIS: The extraordinary rise of Ahmed Al-Sharaa takes him from wanted militant to the White House via a US military base basketball court, writes chief international correspondent Bel Trew

The Guardian - UK

Syrian president holds talks with Trump at White House

Ahmed al-Sharaa was expected to push for full lifting of remaining sanctions imposed during 13-year civil war

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The Independent UK

UN Security Council lifts sanctions on Syrian president ahead of Trump meet

China abstains on resolution that paves way for former leader of al Qaeda affiliate to visit White House

Axios

Syrian president expected to meet Trump at the White House, U.S. envoy says

It will be the first-ever visit by a Syrian president to the White House and a key step in rebuilding U.S.-Syrian relations.

The Conversation

Syria’s new leader promised democracy. Then he excluded women from parliamentary elections

Women’s political participation is often treated as a measure of a country’s commitment to equality and democracy.

The Guardian - UK

Syrian president in first visit to Moscow as former enemies hold talks

Ahmed al-Sharaa in effort to diversify alliances while Putin seeks to safeguard military interests in Syria

The Independent UK

Syria holds first elections since overthrow of Assad’s regime by rebels

The elections mark a significant step in Syria’s post-conflict transition, but critics argue the elections fall short of full democracy

Euronews

Syria holds its first parliamentary election since ousting of Bashar al-Assad

Syria held its first elections since the ousting of strongman President Bashar al-Assad in December in what the people hope will propel the country towards economic stability, prosperity and peace.

The Guardian - US

From al-Qaida to the Upper East Side: Syria’s new leader makes his debut on the world stage

Ahmed al-Sharaa faces a tough task in reassuring the UN of his statesmanship while maintaining authority at home

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