Syrian Civil War

Syrian, Jordanian military chiefs discuss defense cooperation to counter border security threats

“The call addressed a number of issues of mutual interest and ways to advance cooperation and coordination between Syria and Jordan in the defense field.”

Jordan occupies a critical position between Israel, Iraq and Syria, making the kingdom an important buffer against weapons smuggling, militant infiltration and Iranian efforts to expand its regional influence.
 (L-R) Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on the backdrop of Syrian and Israeli flags (illustrative)

Why does Trump wants Israel to withdraw from Syria, and what does it mean for the IDF? - analysis

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri meets with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani in Beirut, Lebanon, July 2, 2026.

Syrian FM visits Beirut after Trump suggests Damascus should fight Hezbollah

A rabbi holds a Torah scroll at the Ifrange Synagogue in the Jewish quarter in Old Damascus on April 29, 2025.

Damascus synagogue tours highlight renewed interest in Syrian Jewish history and diaspora ties


Destroyed by ISIS, a historic minaret in Mosul rises again - analysis

The repairs to this site which is in the old city of Mosul on the western bank of the Tigris river that runs through the city, is an important accomplishment.

 A general view of the Grand Al-Nuri Mosque after it was evacuated due to the discovery of explosive devices inside it dating back to the time of the Islamic State in Mosul, Iraq, June 29, 2024.

Syria's Bashar Assad appoints new cabinet with ex-foreign minister as new VP

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad formed a new government under Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali, appointing new ministers and ex-foreign minister Faisal Mekdad as Vice President.

Bashar Al-Assad

Syria and Turkey could be headed for new era of ties - analysis

It is plausible that Turkey-Syria reconciliation could also come at the expense of Israel, because it could be seen as a way for Iran to use this to unite more arenas against Israel. 

 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan attends Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Astana, Kazakhstan July 4, 2024, Syria's President Bashar al-Assad attends the Arab League summit, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, May 19, 2023.

Pakistan designates Iran-backed Zainebiyoun Brigade as terrorist group

As a part of the Iran-backed ‘Axis of Resistance,’ the Zainebiyoun Brigade can emerge as an active threat to Israel and pro-Israel countries, including the United States, analyst says.

The flag of Iran is seen over its consulate building, with Pakistan's flag in the foreground, January 18, 2024.

Archaeological gem Dura-Europos found to be mirror image of Iraq's Anqa

Strategically located Dura-Europos was a ‘forgotten city’ in Syria and neglected by archaeologists who finally identified Iraq’s Anqa as its near-mirror image.

‘Hand of God in Exodus and the Crossing of the Red Sea,’ wall painting from the Dura-Europas synagogue in Syria

In Syria’s Daraa Governorate, conflict persists despite Assad’s renewed postwar control

Escalating clashes in the cradle of the Syrian uprising challenge Assad’s hold on the region.

 Syrian President Bashar Assad speaks to pro-Kremlin journalist Vladimir Sovolyov, March 2024.

How an anti-ISIS operation in Syria got bogged down in tribal politics - analysis

It is important to look back at how various forces involved in the Syrian turmoil go to this point in order to understand this complex conflict.

 A Coalition convoy of US led international coalition against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) stops to test fire their M2 machine guns and MK19 grenade launcher in the Middle Euphrates River Valley in the Deir ez-Zor province, Syria, November 22, 2018

Druze protests in Syria stokes solidarity in Lebanon, Israel - analysis

The protests in Syria are momentous and come after many years where the minority community has suffered in southern Syria.

 Supporters of Syria's President Bashar al-Assad carry his pictures and flags during a demonstration in the mainly Druze city of Sweida

UN aid set to resume to NW Syria after 'understanding' with Damascus

In July Russia refused to allow UN aid to continue to reach northwest Syria, now that aid is set to resume

 Al-Hol displacement camp, Syria

Syria’s Assad and the Arab League at a crossroads - analysis

Can they move from pushing for stability in Syria to creating real stability in Sudan? Is the region entering a new diplomatic era?

 UAE PRESIDENT Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan bids farewell to Syrian counterpart Bashar Assad, at the Presidential Airport in Abu Dhabi, last month