Syria
Israel's approval of ISF deployment in Gaza marks key step in reconstuction efforts - analysis
Israel's approval of an international stabilization force marks what supporters describe as a significant step toward rebuilding Gaza and replacing Hamas's rule.
Trump administration backs phased IDF withdrawal from Lebanon under Hezbollah disarmament deal
Sharaa’s Israel comments signal shift toward security arrangements, not peace deals - analysis
Syria's Sharaa unveils regional strategy, seeks Israel security arrangement
Israel’s Armenia decision could cost it its closest regional friend - opinion
Israel’s recognition of the Armenian genocide may carry diplomatic costs that reach beyond Turkey.
Explosive device detonates near Macron's hotel in Syria
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Macron says France ready to help rebuild Syria following bombs, explosions near his hotel
"We want to continue working on the restructuring of the banking sector," Macron said at a news conference alongside Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Jews face harassment in nearly 100 countries as global religious hostilities spike, Pew shows
Overall, fifty-five countries had elevated (high or very high) levels of social hostilities involving religion in 2023, up from 45 the previous year.
Damascus explosion injures 18, incl. four police officers amid Macron-Sharaa meeting
The explosions are believed to have been caused by an explosive device planted on a vehicle near the French president's hotel, while Macron confirmed in a statement that his visit will continue.
Macron’s visit to Syria showcases Damascus's rising regional status - analysis
Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa is also expected to travel to Turkey to hold meetings on the sidelines of the NATO summit in the following days.
French President Emmanuel Macron lands in Syria in first visit to post-Assad Damascus by EU head
The visit underlines Syria's geopolitical transformation under Sharaa, a former al-Qaeda commander who has established close ties with Western and Middle Eastern powers that shunned Assad.
Syrian women push for real political power: 'Representation is not just numbers'
As Syria’s first post-Assad parliament takes shape, activists say a rise in female lawmakers will matter only if women can shape legislation and oversight.
'Israel must not lose this opportunity': Former Biden official warns about Israel's role in IMEC
Samantha Sutton, a fellow at the Atlantic Council and former Director at the US National Security Council, spoke to the Post on the sidelines of an IMEC Initiative workshop hosted in Haifa.
Trump to meet leaders of Ukraine, Syria alongside NATO summit
A senior US official who briefed reporters on condition of anonymity about the trip said Trump will meet with Zelensky on Wednesday to discuss "how we can end the war."
