Netanyahu says he held ‘friendly’ talks with Trump over Syria and Gaza hostages
Israeli PM spoke of ‘warm’ discussion with US president-elect amid pressure from Trump camp for progress on hostage releases Benjamin…
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Israel launches dozens of airstrikes on Syria despite rebel leader’s peace pledge
Benjamin Netanyahu says he has approved expansion of settlements in occupied Golan Heights after night of strikes Israel struck dozens…
UK in ‘diplomatic contact’ with Syrian rebels, says Lammy
The foreign secretary’s remarks come as the government announced £50m of humanitarian aid for Syria.
What to know about Syria’s new caretaker government
The challenges ahead are myriad as the government seeks to keep Syria running while preparing for transition.
Israel plans to expand Golan settlements after fall of Assad
Israel says the move is necessary following the takeover of neighbouring Syria by an Islamist-led rebel alliance.
Israel Strikes Military Targets in Syria
The Israeli military hit weapons depots and air defenses, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Israel has said…
Middle East crisis live: Israel ‘crossed lines of engagement’ with military actions inside Syria, de facto leader says
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham leader Ahmad al Sharaa, known also as Abu Mohammed al Jolani, says Israel risk escalation in the…
How Might the Rebels Govern Syria? Their Ruling History in Idlib Offers Clues
The Islamist rebels who ousted Syria’s dictator ran a pragmatic and disciplined administration in the territory they controlled. They also…
Israel intensifies Syria attacks, but HTS leader says doesn’t want conflict
De facto new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa slams Israelis attacks, but says Syria cannot afford to enter a new conflict.
Blinken confirms US in direct contact with HTS in Syria
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has confirmed the Biden administration is in direct contact with the Syrian rebels.