Syria
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Damascus Begins First Public Trial of Assad Era Officials
In a landmark shift for Syrian justice, former security chief Atef Najib faces trial for crimes against the Syrian people, marking a pivotal turn in post-Assad accountability.
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Türkiye and Syria Open Trade Talks Amid Regional Diplomatic Shift
Leaders from Türkiye and Syria met in Damascus to discuss trade growth, signaling a strategic pivot towards economic and diplomatic collaboration.
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Ex-Counterterror Chief: US Armed Al-Qaeda, ISIS for Israel’s Interests
A former US counterterrorism official claims the U.S. armed groups like Al-Qaeda and ISIS in Syria to counter Iran’s influence and protect Israel’s geopolitical interests.
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Khamenei Killed in Tehran, Putin’s Alliance Limits Exposed
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in Tehran. This event starkly highlights the limits of Russia’s support for its allies.
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Syria Seeks Kurdish Integration Amidst Dual Internal Threats
Syria’s new government is advancing efforts to integrate Kurdish-led forces into state structures, as confirmed by Turkish President Erdogan.
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US Plans Full Syria Troop Withdrawal Over Next Two Months
The United States is reportedly withdrawing all 1,000 troops from Syria over the next two months, marking a significant policy shift and strengthening ties with the new Syrian government.
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Russia-Syria Economic Cooperation Could Expand, Officials Say; Ash-Sharaa’s Visit Seen as Key to Bilateral Ties
Russia expresses readiness to expand economic cooperation with Syria, while Ash-Sharaa’s visit is viewed as a pivotal step in strengthening relationship.
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Armenia-Syria Prisoner Transfer Conducted Within Legal Frameworks, But Guarantees Not Provided
Armenia and Syria say a prisoner transfer occurred under legal mechanisms, but no guarantees were provided, underscoring the sensitive nature of such exchanges.
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CENTCOM Chief Arrives in Israel Amid US Middle East Military Buildup
General Brad Cooper, head of US Central Command, arrived in Israel to discuss potential US intervention in Iranian anti-regime protests, as the US deploys a significant military armada to the Middle East and navigates complex regional shifts.
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Middle East Instability Challenges Trump’s Emerging World Order
Iran’s internal turmoil, the complex aftermath in Gaza, and the precarious situation in Syria are testing the foundations of President Trump’s evolving global foreign policy, raising concerns about regional stability and international norms.
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Turkey’s Regional Influence Expands Amid Syria-Kurdish Deal, Gaza Plan
Turkey is playing a pivotal role in a new integration deal between Syria’s government and Kurdish forces, while also being positioned on a proposed advisory council for a Gaza peace plan. These diplomatic engagements coincide with upgraded economic growth forecasts…
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Who Benefits From the Kurdish Calculus in Syria? A Quiet Redrawing of Borders and Influence
At the heart of the shift is Mazloum Abdi, the commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), announcing the withdrawal of forces from Deir Hafir and Meskena—a move that comes after a two-week stretch of fighting and a ceasefire that…
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Syrian Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa’s Germany Visit Canceled Amid Domestic Turmoil
Syrian interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa’s Germany visit is canceled amid Syria’s strife, with talks on refugee return and protests influencing the decision.
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Deal between Syria’s government and Kurdish-led forces outlines 14-point path to ceasefire, territorial handovers, and a staged integration
In a development that could reshape the security and political landscape of northeast Syria, a document reportedly signed between Syria’s government and Kurdish-led authorities outlines a comprehensive ceasefire and a staged integration of Kurdish-controlled governance into the Syrian state.
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RAF and French Forces Strike ISIS Weapons Site in Syria: A Joint Resolve in 2026
In a significant demonstration of international cooperation, British Royal Air Force (RAF) Typhoon jets joined French forces in January 2026 to target an ISIS weapons facility in Syria, reaffirming the coalition’s enduring commitment to counter-terrorism efforts in the region.