ISIL (ISIS) launches first attacks against new Syrian government
The bombings mark a sharp escalation by the armed group, which views the new government in Damascus as illegitimate.
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US flag raised in Syria for first time since 2012
The American flag was raised at the US ambassador’s residence in Damascus for the first time since 2012.
US envoy visits Damascus, says Syria-Israel conflict ‘solvable’
US envoy Thomas Barrack praises interim government in Damascus, calls for ‘dialogue’ between Israel and Syria.
What does the PKK’s disarming mean for its regional allies?
Syria’s SDF is unlikely to follow the PKK’s lead and disarm, but talks with Damascus could be bolstered.
Trump meets Syria’s al-Sharaa, eyes normalisation of ties with Damascus
US president says ‘all sanctions’ on Damascus will be dropped, after talks with Saudi and Turkish leaders.
Israel says airstrikes in Syria are ‘message’ to protect Druze minority
Syria says at least one civilian killed in latest strikes, while most Druze leaders rebuff Israeli protection Israeli warplanes have…
Israel launches airstrikes near Syria presidential palace in Damascus
Benjamin Netanyahu says strike intended to deter Syria’s new leadership from any hostile move against the Druze Israel’s air force…
Syrian Druze leader condemns government over sectarian violence
Syrian Druze leader condemns ‘genocidal campaign’ after dozens killed in clashes south of Damascus.
What is behind the violence in Syria?
Clashes in Damascus suburbs have killed more than 30 people this week.
Syria says it rejects ‘foreign intervention’ after Israeli strikes
Syria pledges to ‘protect all components’ of society, including Druze, after Israel launches air raids near Damascus.
