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Washington’s Syrian mistake: Empowering HTS, endangering Kurds - opinion

History will record who stood by democratic values at this critical moment and who sacrificed these values for short-term interests.

A member of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) stands guard as Syrian Kurds attend a protest in solidarity with people in Sweida, on July 17, 2025.
 Smoke rises, after Syrian rebels announced that they have ousted Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 8, 2024.

On This Day: One year since Syrian rebels overthrew Assad regime, ending over 50 year rule

Armored personnel carriers stand outside a compound of the Syrian army's new 80th Division in northwest Syria, June 3, 2025.

Syrian army starts training in Turkey, while Ankara gains influence over Damascus gov't - analysis

 Rebel fighters ride a vehicle, after rebels led by HTS have sought to capitalize on their swift takeover of Aleppo in the north and Hama in west-central Syria by pressing onwards to Homs, in Hama, Syria December 6, 2024.

UK removes terrorism designation for HTS, formerly led by Syria's Ahmed Al-Sharaa


Normalization between al Sharaa's Syria, Israel possible after decades of hostilities - opinion

If al Sharaa eventually delivers the state that he promises, he will have proved himself the most remarkable leader to have emerged in the Arab world.

 French President Emmanuel Macron shakes hands with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa after a joint press conference after a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, May 7, 2025.

Israel using old airstrike policy with new Syrian gov't - is it outdated? - analysis

The Druze in Syria are divided between different leaders and voices. It’s likely that many want a middle ground and prefer some kind of autonomy but don’t want a full break with Damascus.

 Israeli Druze demonstrating against Islamist violence in Syria, April 30, 2025.

Syria's Sharaa will attend Arab Summit, marking a potential path towards stability

Syria's invitation to the Arab Summit comes after Sharaa met Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani.

 Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa attends an interview with Reuters at the presidential palace, in Damascus, Syria March 10, 2025.

UK lifts sanctions against Syria's defense ministry and intelligence agencies

A notice posted online by the British finance ministry said that 12 entities no longer subject to an asset freeze.

 A tank that belonged to the Syrian Army is parked on a street in Damascus, Syria, December 8, 2024.

Syrian forces detain two ‘Palestinian leaders in Damascus’ - report

This comes after the new Islamist leadership in Damascus cut ties with the Islamic Republic.

 SUPPORTERS OF Hamas and Islamic Jihad take part in a rally last year in the southern Gaza Strip to celebrate a deadly shooting attack in Tel Aviv.

US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say

The US plans to cut its troop presence in Syria by half, consolidating bases as part of a broader regional military review.

 A soldier from the US-led coalition holds the hand of a boy during a joint US- Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) patrol in the countryside of Qamishli in northeastern Syria, February 8, 2024.

Syrian ambassador to Moscow requests asylum in Russia, TASS reports

Syria’s former permanent representative to the UN, Bashar Jaafari, has requested asylum in Russia, signaling a potential shift in Syria's diplomatic landscape.

 PEOPLE GATHER during a celebration called by HTS at Umayyad Square in Damascus in December.

Syria's Sharaa meets UAE counterpart in second visit to a Gulf country as leader

Syria’s new Islamist-led government looks to reassure Gulf leaders during President Sharaa’s visit to Abu Dhabi.

 UAE's Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan greets Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa, as UAE's Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan looks on, at Al Shati Palace, in Abu Dhabi.

HTS members, Druze, and Kurds: A look at Syria's diverse new goverment

The government includes ministers educated in the West, one woman, and members of the Druze, Kurdish, Christian, and Alawite groups.

 President Ahmed al-Shara'a speaks during the formation of the new Syrian government. March 29, 2025.

Syria and Israel: How Jerusalem, Damascus can break the cycle and strive for peace - opinion

Syria and Israel have the rare opportunity to reshape their relations and progress toward peace.

 Illustrative of an Israel flag and Syria flag, with soldiers and weapons.