Syria: News
Syrian army starts withdrawing from Sweida after US request
The Syrian army has started withdrawing from the conflict-ridden city of Sweida, following a United States request.
Who're Druze; why Israel is bombing Syria to protect them
Israel has intensified its military operations in southern Syria, targeting Syrian government forces in Suwayda.
Israel bombs Syrian army headquarters in Damascus
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that it has attacked the entrance of the Syrian army's headquarters in Damascus.
Israel bombs Syria's Druze city, Suwayda, hours after ceasefire
Israeli forces have launched airstrikes on Suwayda, a predominantly Druze city in southern Syria.
No retaliation against Iran's attempted strike on US troops: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has signaled that there will be no retaliation against Iran's attempted airstrike on the Al Udeid air base in Qatar on Monday night.
Iran-backed militias planning to attack US bases in Iraq, Syria
Iran is reportedly planning to launch attacks on the United States's bases in Iraq and possibly Syria.
US green lights $304 million missile sale to Turkey
The United States has approved a $304 million missile sale to Turkey in a major move aimed at bolstering trade and defense ties between the two NATO allies, Bloomberg reported.
Trump meets Syria's 'young, attractive' terrorist-turned-president after lifting US sanctions
In a major diplomatic breakthrough, United States President Donald Trump has met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia.
Trump signs $142 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia
On his diplomatic tour to the Gulf states, United States President Donald Trump has reached a historic arms deal worth $142 billion with Saudi Arabia.
Landmines continue to claim lives in post-Assad Syria: Details here
Syria, still reeling from the effects of its civil war, which ended in December 2024, is facing an unseen danger: landmines and unexploded ordnance.
Why Trump excluded Russia from his reciprocal tariff list
United States President Donald Trump recently announced a sweeping reciprocal tariff plan, placing a 'baseline' 10% tariff on all imports to the US.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa announces transitional government
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Julani, has declared a transitional government, a decisive change in the country's political scene.
Hamas's head of government in Gaza killed in Israeli strikes
Hamas has said that Essam al-Dalis, head of its Gaza government, has been killed in a series of Israeli airstrikes.
Israel launches extensive strikes in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria; 200 dead
Israel has stepped up its military actions in the Middle East, carrying out massive airstrikes in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.
Oscar-nominee says she has 'debt to pay' over Jewish upbringing
Oscar-nominated actor Debra Winger recently spoke about the falsehoods of her Jewish upbringing while protesting at Trump Tower.
Syria retaliates against Lebanon, accuses Hezbollah of killing troops
Syria's military has carried out rocket and artillery attacks on Lebanon, after accusing Iran-backed Hezbollah of killing three Syrian soldiers.
US-led airstrike eliminates ISIS's global operations chief
A coordinated airstrike on March 13 in Iraq's Al Anbar Province has killed Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, aka "Abu Khadijah."
Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa signs temporary constitution
Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has signed a temporary constitution, in a major development for the country's political landscape.
Who are Syria's Alawites and why are they being targeted
Syria's interim leader called for peace as violence and revenge killings continue in areas loyal to ousted former President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday.
Syrian President Sharaa calls for unity after deadly clashes
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has called for national unity and peace after violent confrontations left more than 1,000 dead.
Over 1,000 dead in Syria clashes, revenge killings
More than 1,000 people have been killed in Syria in a wave of clashes followed by revenge killings. The violence was one of the deadliest since the country's conflict began 14 years ago.
Syrian forces reportedly kill over 300 Alawite civilians this week
In a shocking development, over 300 Alawite civilians have been killed in Syria. The casualties have been blamed on security forces and their allies, who are battling militants loyal to former President Bashar al-Assad.
Israel strikes Syria after pressing for 'demilitarization'
Israel warplanes carried out airstrikes on military targets in southern Syria late Tuesday.
Iran threatens to 'raze Tel Aviv to ground,' Israel responds
Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point after a tit-for-tat exchange of threats between Iran and Israel.
Syria's interim president makes 1st foreign visit to Saudi Arabia
Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has set off on his first foreign trip since taking office, and he has chosen Saudi Arabia as his destination.
Former al Qaeda member Ahmed al-Sharaa named Syria's transitional president
Ahmed al-Sharaa has been named the interim president of Syria after a meeting of armed factions that were involved in the offensive that toppled President Bashar al-Assad last month.
US halts all foreign aid, except for Israel and Egypt
The US has suspended nearly all of its foreign aid, with the exception of military assistance to Israel and Egypt.
Israel confirms raiding Iran-backed missile factory in Syria; shares footage
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has confirmed a September 2024 operation targeting an underground missile factory in Syria.
Iraqi couple charged with enslavement and abuse in Germany
German prosecutors have formally charged an Iraqi couple, Twana HS and Asia RA, with enslavement, torture, and war crimes.
Syria's new leader urges US to lift sanctions, blames Assad
Ahmed al-Sharaa, the newly installed leader of Syria, has urged the United States to lift sanctions imposed during Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Bashar al-Assad's wife files for divorce, unhappy in Moscow: Report
Asma al-Assad, wife of Syria's deposed president Bashar al-Assad, has reportedly filed for divorce as she is unhappy with her life in Moscow.
US removes $10M bounty on de facto Syrian leader's head
The United States has lifted a $10 million bounty on Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Ahmed al-Sharaa after direct talks in Damascus.
Explained: Assad's final hours and escape from Syria
Bashar al-Assad, the ousted Syrian President who fled to Russia after his government fell on December 8, 2024, has issued a statement explaining how he left.
Israel launches 'earthquake bomb' powerful as 3.1 magnitude on Syria
Israel has unleashed a wave of brutal airstrikes on military installations in Syria's coastal Tartus region.
US officials in 'direct contact' with Syrian rebel group
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has publicly acknowledged that American officials have been in direct contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
What next for ousted Syrian President Assad and his family
Bashar al-Assad's presidency in Syria ended on Sunday, bringing an end to the Assad family's rule of over half a century.
Syrian rebels planned for a year to oust Assad: Report
The Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) Islamist group, which has long held a portion of northwest Syria, had been planning to oust President Bashar al-Assad for a year.
Israel prepares for potential strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities
The Israeli military is reportedly gearing up for possible strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities as fears grow over Iran's potential development of nuclear weapons.
Missing American found wandering barefoot after months in Syrian prison
Travis Timmerman, a United States citizen who went missing seven months ago, was discovered in the village of Thihabiyeh near Damascus, Syria.
Who is Mohammad al-Bashir, Syria's new caretaker PM
Mohammad al-Bashir has been named the transitional prime minister of Syria after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
75 Indians evacuated from Syria, moved to Lebanon
The Indian government has successfully evacuated 75 of its citizens from Syria after rebel forces recently overthrew President Bashar al-Assad and are set to form a new government.
Why Syria's prisons were also known as 'human slaughterhouses'
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime has exposed the horrific conditions of Syria's infamous prison system.
Explained: What led to Bashar al-Assad's downfall in Syria
The Assad family's five-decade rule in Syria came to an end as rebels captured Damascus.
Why Assad fled to Russia after rebels took over Syria
The regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad finally crumbled on December 8, 2024, after an 11-day offensive by rebel forces.
Inside Syrian dictator al-Assad's palace: Ferraris, cash, unbelievable opulence
The Assad family's five-decade rule in Syria came to an abrupt end following a swift rebel advance that seized government-controlled areas and reached Damascus within ten days.
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's luxury car collection revealed
The recent ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has resulted in the unearthing of a massive collection of his luxury cars.
US conducts airstrikes on ISIS camps in Syria
The United States has launched a series of airstrikes targeting Islamic State (ISIS) camps in central Syria, following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad by rebel factions.
Ousted Syrian president al-Assad, family granted asylum in Moscow
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have been given asylum in Moscow, Russian state media reported.
Who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader of Syrian rebellion
Born Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa in 1982, Abu Mohammed al-Golani is now the face of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), one of Syria's most powerful insurgent groups.
'Assad is gone, Russia...': Trump blames Putin for Syria collapse
United States President-elect Donald Trump has weighed in on the recent exit of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from Syria.
Where is Assad? Confusion as his flight disappears from radar
An aircraft, believed to be carrying Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, went off the radar on Sunday.