Syria
Syrian detention camp for suspected ISIS relatives nearly empty, former director says
Al-Hol, near the Iraqi border, was one of the main detention camps for relatives of suspected Islamic State fighters who were detained during the US-backed campaign against the jihadist group.
Controlled chaos: Terrorism is used as a political tool - opinion
Syrian government focuses on attracting new economy investments, ties with Central Asia states
Middle East nations cautious as US military presence grows near Iran - analysis
Damascus says it took over Ash Shaddadi base as part of US-coordination framework
In a short statement, the defense authority in Damascus said its army assumed control of the facility south of Al Hasakah city. The announcement did not specify when the transfer took place.
Israel’s law shaped Trump’s historic recognition of Golan Heights - opinion
President Donald Trump’s 2019 recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights sparked global debate over law, history, and security.
Moving suspected ISIS prisoners to Iraq shows Washington doesn’t fully trust Damascus, expert says
Professor Eytan Gilboa warned that Tehran may pressure Iraq to allow the country to become a ground to challenge the Sharaa regime.
Iraq's Kurds emerge as Middle East's key diplomatic players at Munich Security Council - analysis
The KRG has helped smooth the transition in eastern Syria by working with Damascus and the Syrian Democratic Forces, also hosting US forces and other anti-ISIS coalition forces.
Syria projects unity at Munich Security Conference, but the real test awaits back home - analysis
The question is whether the Syria on display in Munich is the future or whether hurdles back home could derail its situation.
Israel never annexed the Golan Heights: Why it still matters - opinion
Israel extended its sovereignty to the Golan Heights. The difference between extending sovereignty and annexing is important and instructs Israel's future policies.
US strikes 30 Islamic State targets in Syria as part of Operation Hawkeye Strike
According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the forces used precision munitions delivered by fixed-wing, rotary-wing, and unmanned aircraft.
Iraq nears end of US-led ISIS prisoner relocation as thousands are transfered from Syria
The US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces gave up control of most of eastern Syria, including around 30 ISIS detention facilities, to the Syrian government in January.
US security firm used in Gaza aid in talks with Trump administration for role in Board of Peace
UG Solutions made the disclosure after Reuters reported it was recruiting Arabic-speaking contractors with combat experience for work in undisclosed locations.
US pulls out of Syria’s al-Tanf base after 15-day equipment removal, relocating to Jordan - report
The al-Tanf base is strategically located in the tri-border area of Syria, Jordan, and Iraq. It was established as a key hub for operations by the global coalition against Islamic State terrorists.
