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Analysis: Al-Assad’s fall is Iran and Russia’s loss, but are there winners?

Turkiye stands to gain, while Israel feels insecure about what comes next.

Al Jazeera · Dec 10, 2024

‘A blow to Putin’s prestige’: What al-Assad’s fall means for Russia

As Moscow shelters Syria’s longtime leader, analysts say Russia’s Middle East ambitions are likely to continue.

Al Jazeera · Dec 10, 2024

How al-Assad’s regime fell: Key moments in the fall of Syria’s ‘tyrant’

Here’s an explanation of the last two days of fighting that brought down al-Assad in Syria.

Al Jazeera · Dec 10, 2024

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War Monitor Says Israel Conducted 300 Strikes On Syria Since Assad's Fall

A war monitor said on Tuesday that Israel had conducted 300 strikes on Syria since the fall of president Bashar al-Assad, adding that the raids had "destroyed the most important military sites" in the country.

International Business Times · Dec 10, 2024

Israel says to impose ‘sterile’ zone in south Syria, launches 480 air raids

Wave of air attacks hits military sites across Syria over the past 48 hours, Israeli army says.

Al Jazeera · Dec 10, 2024

‘Miraculous’: Syrians in UK tell of shock, joy, hopes and fears after fall of Assad

Jubilation at the prospect of going home to a new Syria mixed with trepidation about what the future holds

The Guardian - UK · Dec 10, 2024

Israel says it has carried out more than 350 airstrikes in Syria; HTS leader says world ‘has nothing to fear’ – as it happened

IDF says strikes were targeting weapons stockpiles and strategic infrastructure over past 48 hours; Ahmed al-Sharaa attempts to reassure foreign nations in TV interview

The Guardian - AU · Dec 10, 2024

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Tuesday briefing: What happened when the doors of Syria’s most notorious prison were finally opened

In today’s newsletter: The Guardian’s William Christou was the first western journalist to gain access to Sednaya prison. He reflects on what he saw

The Guardian - UK · Dec 10, 2024

Syrians Seek Missing Loved Ones In Assad's Former Prison

Syrians search for missing relatives in aftermath of Assad's regime, focusing on Saydnaya prison and the atrocities endured.

Where do six million Syrian refugees live today?

In 2024, about half of Syria’s registered refugees live in Turkiye, followed by Lebanon, Germany, Jordan and Iraq.

Al Jazeera · Dec 10, 2024

Tulsi Gabbard Supports Trump's Stance On Syria

Former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard supports President Trump's stance on Syria, emphasizing peace through strength. Her views on Assad regime and past actions have d...

Abu Mohammed al-Golani may become the face of post-Assad Syria – but who is he and why does he have $10M US bounty on his head?

The fall of President Bashar al-Assad has left a critical question: After a half-century of brutal dynastic rule has come to an end, who speaks for Syrians now?

The Conversation · Dec 9, 2024

European Countries Suspend Syrian Asylum Decisions After Assad's Fall

Britain, Germany, France, Italy and several other European countries said Monday they would freeze all pending asylum requests from Syrians, a day after the ouster of president Bashar al-Assad.

International Business Times · Dec 9, 2024

How have Palestinian groups reacted to the ouster of Syria’s al-Assad?

Palestinian factions say they hope the new Syrian authorities will support Palestine’s struggle for freedom and justice.

Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2024

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Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2024

Qatar, Saudi, Iran, Iraq condemn Israel’s ‘dangerous’ land grab in Syria

Statements come as Israel continues to step up strikes across Syria after ouster of Bashar al-Assad’s government.

Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2024

UN urges patience as European countries suspend Syrian asylum decisions

UN refugee agency chief says returning refuges to Syria after fall of Bashar al-Assad should be ‘voluntary’ and ‘safe’.

US Ensuring Chemical Weapons In Syria Stay Secure

US actively works with partners to prevent chemical weapons misuse in Syria. Communication with Russia maintained. Assad regime's fall seen as justice.

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2024

Syrians crowd Assad’s most notorious torture prison in hunt for missing loved ones

It comes as Britain says collapse of Assad is humiliation for Iran and Russia but doesn’t guarantee peace. Israel bombs chemical weapons facilities over fears of dangerous power vacuum

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Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2024

‘Top priority’: US renews push to find Austin Tice after al-Assad toppled

The US journalist is believed to be among 135,000 people detained or disappeared by Syrian government during war.

Evening Standard · Dec 9, 2024

Asma al-Assad: from private schoolgirl in Acton to being reportedly severely ill with leukaemia

She was once fawned over for her good looks and sharp mind, but is now seen as an accomplice to her husband’s cruelty. Claudia Cockerell on the fall of Syria’s first lady

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2024

They ‘didn’t look the type’: how the media was fooled by Bashar and Asma al-Assad

Some journalists underestimated the threat of the brutal president, while his first lady was glamorised in a Vogue feature, writes Zoe Williams

Benzinga · Dec 9, 2024

Power Vacuum In Syria Increases Geopolitical Instability, China Investigating Nvidia

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International Business Times · Dec 9, 2024

Assad's Fall Shows Russian Military Limited By Ukraine Offensive

The collapse of Moscow ally Bashar al-Assad's Syrian government has dealt a major blow to Russia's image of global strength and laid bare the limits of its military reach as its Ukraine offensive drags on.

Bashar Al-Assad Granted Asylum In Moscow

Bashar al-Assad granted asylum in Russia after leaving Syria amidst uprising and rebel encirclement. Kremlin silent on Putin's involvement.

The Conversation · Dec 9, 2024

Why the fall of Bashar al-Assad is unlikely to lead to peace in Syria

The Syrian opposition’s recent capture of the country’s largest city of Aleppo caught much of the international community by surprise. After the involvement of Russia, Iran and Hezbollah in the prolonged Syrian civil war, many observers assumed that Bashar al-Assad’s forces had won the conflict.

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