Syria
Reporter’s Notebook: The threat along Syrian buffer zone is far from over for Israel
For now, there appears to be little appetite to withdraw from the buffer zone, largely because of lingering questions over whether Syria’s new president is truly capable of controlling the country.
Why Israeli officials fear Iran-backed Hezbollah could still rearm despite Lebanon deal - exclusive
Explosion in crowded Damascus cafe leaves nine people dead, 22 injured
Syrian FM visits Beirut after Trump suggests Damascus should fight Hezbollah
Syria arrests 235 ISIS operatives in three months, foils seven terror plots
ISIS remains a threat to Syria, increasingly relying on small-scale attacks, covert operations, and decentralized cells to target security forces, public facilities, and local communities.
A year ago, Israel shifted from intentions to capabilities in Operation Rising Lion - opinion
On June 13, 2025, Israel returned to one of the most important principles of its security doctrine: never to entrust its existence to an enemy’s intentions.
Talking about Israel-Arab peace while the missiles are falling - opinion
If we cannot speak about peace while the missiles are falling, then our enemies will determine not only our security agenda but also the boundaries of our imagination.
As Iran weakens, Gulf states are looking beyond the Strait of Hormuz - analysis
The big question in the Gulf is whether Iran will continue to carry out missile and drone attacks on Gulf countries. This includes threats to all the countries Iran has hit.
Lebanon peace talks expose a widening rift between Europe, the region - opinion
The Iran war and Lebanon talks highlight new alliances that are reshaping the Middle East landscape.
Erdogan says Israel’s ‘aggression’ threatens Turkey, entire Mediterranean region
Erdogan also said there were initiatives, led by Israel, to destabilize the Mediterranean region and warned that "nobody should chase adventures" or join Israel's "boat of mischief."
Israel beats enemies on multiple fronts but risks diplomatic setbacks - analysis
Israel has strengthened militarily across Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah, and Syria since October 7, but its diplomatic influence has fallen, potentially limiting long-term strategic gains.
New Jersey man charged for attempting to aid ISIS, planned US attack on synagogues
Mohamed Sagha, 22, faces charges for aiding ISIS and planning potential attacks on US synagogues and military sites, according to the DOJ and FBI.
Syria's Alawites should embrace 'Zionism,' Israel amid Bundism's failure - opinion
Alawite “Zionism”: A movement of collective self-preservation, self-defense, and cultural revival. Alawite “Bundism”: A movement to embrace assimilation into pan-Arabism.
Foreign fighters pose integration challenge for Damascus - analysis
Syria’s new government is weighing containment, military incorporation, and security pressure as it seeks to dismantle independent armed networks.
