Republicans’ social conservatism wins over some Arab Americans Bishara Bahbah ‘bent on punishing’ Democrats for ‘unfettered support’ of Israel, despite GOP following suit The Guardian - US · Jul 28, 2024
The Russia-US divide was on display during Moscow's monthlong presidency of the UN Security Council Whether it’s Gaza, Ukraine, Syria or a new world order, it’s been Russia versus the United States and the West during Moscow’s presidency of the U.N. Security Council this month The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2024
Italy plans to return an ambassador to Syria to reflect new diplomatic developments, minister says Italy is planning to send an ambassador back to Syria after a decade-long absence, in a diplomatic move that could spark divisions among European Union allies The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2024
Anti-Syrian violence in Turkey complicates normalization process between Turkey and Syria Chances of a rapprochement between regional rivals Turkey and Syria were raised momentarily on July 22, 2024, with news that the leaders of both countries were set for a much-anticipated meeting aimed at resolving long-standing differences. Within hours, Turkish sources dismissed the rumors of an imminent sit-down between the two… The Conversation · Jul 26, 2024
Putin Meets Assad Amid Calls To Defuse Turkey-Syria Tensions President Vladimir Putin held talks with Syrian counterpart Bashar al-Assad in Moscow amid calls for Russian mediation to cool tensions between Turkey and Syria. International Business Times · Jul 25, 2024
Turkey Struggles With Integration Of Syrian Refugees Tensions rise in Turkey as anti-Syrian sentiments grow amidst challenges faced by Syrian refugees. Efforts to address the crisis are complicated by the con... Top News · Jul 24, 2024
Syria and Turkey: A path to reconciliation, or a defeat of the opposition? Anti-Syrian riots in Turkey and protests in Syria are a symbol of a period of flux in relations between the countries. Al Jazeera · Jul 24, 2024
German court rules in migration case that there's no general danger now to all civilians in Syria A German court has ruled that there is no longer a general danger to all civilians from the long-running conflict in Syria The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2024
Turkey-Syria Rapprochement Likely To Be Gradual: Analysts After a long estrangement, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Syrian counterpart Bashar al-Assad may be edging towards a meeting, but analysts say normalisation will likely be gradual due to thorny issues. International Business Times · Jul 21, 2024
Beyza Yazgan: Human Cocoon review – from Middle Eastern classical to American minimalism (Imaginary Animals)The Turkish-born, New York-based pianist’s new album uses the influence of Satie and Glass to respond to the earthquake that devastated Turkey and Syria The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2024
Syria's Baath Party Wins Majority In Parliamentary Elections Syria's parliamentary elections show Baath Party dominance amid irregularities and limited competition. President Assad may seek term extension. Top News · Jul 18, 2024
With mosque attack in quiet Oman, a fragmented Islamic State group aims to show it can still strike This week's attack on a Shiite mosque in the capital stunned Oman, a quiet nation long spared militant violence The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2024
Former Syrian Official Arrested In Los Angeles For Immigration Fraud Former Syrian military official arrested in the U.S. for immigration fraud related to human rights abuses in Adra Prison. Significant step in holding Assad... Top News · Jul 18, 2024
Syrian official who oversaw prison where alleged abuse took place arrested by US officials A former Syrian military official who oversaw a prison where human rights officials say torture and abuse took place has been arrested in Los Angeles on suspicion of immigration fraud The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024
Marie Claire · Jul 17, 2024 From Syrian Refugee to Two-Time Olympian Yusra Mardini survived the unthinkable while fleeing her war-torn country. Then her dream of swimming in the Olympics came true.
Al Jazeera · Jul 17, 2024 US says ISIL trying ‘to reconstitute’ amid uptick in Syria, Iraq attacks In the first six months of the year, the group has claimed 153 attacks in Syria and Iraq.
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024 Islamic State attacks on track to double in Iraq and Syria compared to last year, US military says The U.S. Central Command says that the Islamic State group is trying “to reconstitute” as the number of attacks in Syria and Iraq is on track to double those of the previous year
Top News · Jul 16, 2024 Israeli Drone Strike Kills Prominent Syrian Businessman In Border Area Israeli drone strike kills Syrian businessman Mohammed Baraa Katerji with ties to Assad regime and Iran-backed groups, highlighting complex dynamics in the...
Top News · Jul 15, 2024 Israeli Drone Strike Kills Prominent Syrian Businessman Near Border Israeli drone strike kills Syrian businessman, Gaza airstrike claims lives, Houthi attack in Red Sea. Recent developments in the Middle East region.
The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2024 The Latest | Israeli drone strike kills a prominent Syrian businessman with close ties to Assad An Israeli drone strike on a car near the Lebanon-Syria border has killed a prominent Syrian businessman who was sanctioned by the United States and had close to Syrian President Bashar Assad's government
Top News · Jul 15, 2024 Syrians Vote In Parliamentary Election With Potential Constitutional Implications Syrians participate in parliamentary elections focusing on potential constitutional amendment to extend President Assad's term.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 14, 2024 Turkey's Erdogan seeks dialogue with Syria's Assad amid tensions over refugees Facing mounting domestic tensions over Syrian refugees, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is reaching out to Syrian President Bashar Al Assad for dialogue. The initiative, reportedly supported by Moscow, is complicated by Turkey's significant military presence in Syria.
International Business Times · Jul 13, 2024 Erdogan Says End Near For Military Operation In North Iraq, Syria Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday announced the imminent end of his government's operations against Kurdish PKK fighters in northern Iraq and Syria.
Al Jazeera · Jul 13, 2024 Turkey to soon wind down latest operation in northern Iraq, Erdogan says Ankara has carried out repeated ground operations against Kurdish fighters, launching its most recent in 2022.
International Business Times · Jul 12, 2024 Syrians Prepare For 'Predetermined' Election Campaign posters have sprung up across Damascus as Syria prepares to hold a parliamentary election in government-held areas on Monday that is designed to renew the ruling Baath party's grip on power.