Russia is chasing a deal to keep its military bases in Syria
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Russia is chasing a deal to keep its military bases in Syria

Live Mint  

Days before the fall of President Bashar al-Assad, Russia said the Syrian rebels advancing on Damascus were terrorists. The bases Russia built along Syria’s coast enabled it to project power into the Mediterranean and Africa as well as hammering rebel targets, including positions held by Syria’s new rulers, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. The tentative relationship between Russia and Syria’s new leaders gained momentum shortly after Putin and Ahmed al-Sharaa, the rebel leader who assumed the Syrian presidency, held their first phone call. Putin had also said Russia was ready to discuss the terms of agreements signed between Russia and Assad’s Syria, Damascus said, a key demand of the new Syrian government, according to people familiar with the talks. “Despite Russia’s atrocities in bombings and the supply of arms to the former regime, the Syrians are saying they want to open to a new page," said a Syrian official briefed on the talks.

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More than 200 dead in Syria amid clashes between Assad loyalists and government forces
2 weeks, 1 day ago

More than 200 dead in Syria amid clashes between Assad loyalists and government forces

The Hindu  

Fighters siding with Syria's new government stormed several villages near the country's coast, killing dozens of men in response to recent attacks on government security forces by loyalists of ousted President Bashar Assad, a war monitor said. Ongoing clashes between the two sides have marked the worst violence since Mr. Assad’s government was toppled in early December by insurgent groups …

Russia woos Syria with trade offer to keep its military bases as US withdraws from West Asia: Report
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Russia woos Syria with trade offer to keep its military bases as US withdraws from West Asia: Report

Firstpost  

As US President Donald Trump has stopped the opposition to Russia and Syria’s new regime is eager to expand its footprint, Russia is wooing the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham’s regime of Ahmed al-Sharaa with economic and trade offers to retain strategic footholds in the country As the United States is withdrawing from the world stage, Russia is wooing the new Syrian …

Putin has a ‘constructive’ conversation in first call with Syria’s new leader, Kremlin says
1 month, 1 week ago

Putin has a ‘constructive’ conversation in first call with Syria’s new leader, Kremlin says

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday spoke to Syria’s new leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, the first such top-level contact since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar Assad. The Kremlin said the “constructive and business-like” conversation touched upon “acute issues of practical cooperation in trade and economic, education and other spheres,” adding that the leaders agreed to continue contacts …

Syria’s leader, Russia’s Putin make first contact since al-Assad’s fall
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1 month, 1 week ago

Syria’s leader, Russia’s Putin make first contact since al-Assad’s fall

Al Jazeera  

Moscow helped keep Bashar al-Assad in power when it intervened militarily in Syria’s war in 2015, launching devastating strikes on rebel-held areas. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has spoken to Syria’s interim leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, the first such top-level contact since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Rebels led by al-Sharaa’s Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group ousted Moscow’s close ally …

Syria's interim president visits Saudi Arabia, signaling shift away from Iran
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Syria's interim president visits Saudi Arabia, signaling shift away from Iran

Hindustan Times  

Syria's interim president made his first trip abroad Sunday, travelling to Saudi Arabia in a move likely trying to signal Damascus' shift away from Iran as its main regional ally. Saudi Arabia had been among the Arab nations that poured money into insurgent groups that tried to topple former President Bashar Assad after Syria's 2011 Arab Spring protests turned into …

Syria's interim president makes first trip abroad, heading to Saudi Arabia in likely signal to Iran
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Syria's interim president makes first trip abroad, heading to Saudi Arabia in likely signal to Iran

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Syria's interim president made his …

Russia, seeking to keep bases in Syria, says it held 'frank' talks with new leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Russia, seeking to keep bases in Syria, says it held 'frank' talks with new leader

The Hindu  

Russia said on Wednesday it had held "frank" discussions with Syria's new de facto leader as it tries to retain its two military bases in the country, but it declined to comment on what he was demanding in return. Syrian news agency Sana said Damascus also wanted Russia, which backed Mr. Assad in the country's civil war, to rebuild trust …

Russia tight-lipped on Syrian demand of al-Assad for military bases
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Russia tight-lipped on Syrian demand of al-Assad for military bases

Al Jazeera  

Russia has declined to comment on reports that Syria has demanded the return of Bashar al-Assad in return for allowing Moscow to maintain its military bases in the Middle Eastern country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Moscow said on Wednesday that the delegation led by President Vladimir Putin’s special envoy on the Middle East and Africa, Deputy Foreign Minister …

Analysis: Russia, Iran strengthen alliance after Syria setback
2 months ago

Analysis: Russia, Iran strengthen alliance after Syria setback

Al Jazeera  

The two countries signed 20-year cooperation pact, but despite anti-US stance there are limits to their partnership. For Russia, the war in Ukraine has strained its geopolitical standing, while Iran, in addition to Moscow, has been grappling with Western sanctions and the fallout from Israel’s attacks on and weakening of several of its allies in the region, as well as …

Syria gradually gravitates Westward: Russia, Iran left to grapple with who's the biggest looser
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Syria gradually gravitates Westward: Russia, Iran left to grapple with who's the biggest looser

India TV News  

After former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was ousted from power, the current regime in the Middle-Eastern country headed by de facto leader Ahmad al-Sharaa is slowly moving away from Russian and Iranian spheres of influence. Ukraine's growing proximity to Syria Giving further impetus to Zelenskyy's assertion, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said he hopes, "that a new Syria would become a …

Syria and Ukraine seek ‘strategic partnerships’ as senior officials meet
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Syria and Ukraine seek ‘strategic partnerships’ as senior officials meet

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha visits Damascus to strengthen ties with new Syrian leaders after years of Russian influence. Syria hopes for “strategic partnerships” with Ukraine, its newly appointed foreign minister, Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, told his Ukrainian counterpart, Andrii Sybiha, in Damascus on Monday. “We believe that from a strategic point of view, the removal of Russia’s presence in Syria …

Post-Assad, a growing Turkish shadow in Syria
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Post-Assad, a growing Turkish shadow in Syria

Firstpost  

Now that Bashar al-Assad is gone and Turkey has emerged as a clear winner in the regime change episode, Recep Erdogan will have a big role to play ‘new Syria On December 8, 2024, a ‘New Syria’ was born. However, Turkey, because of its strategic location and closeness to the Syrian opposition forces that toppled the Assad regime, will play …

Turkey and Russia engage in delicate maneuvers over Syria after Assad’s downfall
3 months ago

Turkey and Russia engage in delicate maneuvers over Syria after Assad’s downfall

Associated Press  

The rapid downfall of Syrian leader Bashar Assad has touched off a new round of delicate geopolitical maneuvering between Russia’s Vladimir Putin and Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print The Assad regime’s demise opens another chapter in the complex relationship between Putin and Erdogan, with wide-ranging implications not just …

Turkey and Russia engage in delicate maneuvers over Syria after Assad’s downfall
3 months ago

Turkey and Russia engage in delicate maneuvers over Syria after Assad’s downfall

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The rapid downfall of Syrian …

Putin denies Russian defeat in Syria, says he plans to meet Assad
3 months ago

Putin denies Russian defeat in Syria, says he plans to meet Assad

The Hindu  

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia had not been defeated in Syria and that Moscow had made proposals to the new rulers in Damascus to maintain Russia's military bases there. In his first public comments on the subject, Mr. Putin said he had not yet met former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad since was overthrown and forced to …

Putin plans to meet Bashar al-Assad, says Russia not defeated in Syria
3 months ago

Putin plans to meet Bashar al-Assad, says Russia not defeated in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Vladimir Putin says he has not met the deposed Syrian ruler since he fled Damascus for the Russian capital. President Vladimir Putin says Russia has not been defeated in Syria after rebel groups ousted his ally and longtime leader, Bashar al-Assad, earlier this month. In his first public comments on the subject on Thursday, Putin said he had not yet …

‘Never sought refuge’: Syria's Bashar al-Assad in first statement since ouster
3 months, 1 week ago

‘Never sought refuge’: Syria's Bashar al-Assad in first statement since ouster

Hindustan Times  

Ousted Syrian ex-president Bashar al-Assad in his first public statement since exile said he “never” intended to step down or “seek refuge” out of the country and was prepared to fight “terrorism”. Assad said Syria has “fallen into the hands of terrorism” and stressed that his bond with people “remains unshaken by any position or circumstance”. The exiled Syrian president …

Never considered resigning or fleeing Syria: Assad's first remarks from Russia
3 months, 1 week ago

Never considered resigning or fleeing Syria: Assad's first remarks from Russia

India Today  

Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on Monday issued his first statement since the dramatic fall of his regime last week, asserting that "asylum was never an option, but Russia evacuated him due to drone attacks in Damascus", according to news agency AFP. On the contrary, I remained in Damascus, carrying out my duties until the early hours of Sunday 8th …

Syria’s ousted leader Assad says he wanted to keep fighting but Russian allies evacuated him
3 months, 1 week ago

Syria’s ousted leader Assad says he wanted to keep fighting but Russian allies evacuated him

LA Times  

Syrian Civil Defense members, known as the White Helmets, carry one of several bodies that were found near a road linking to the airport in Damascus. “The only course of action was to continue fighting against the terrorist onslaught.” In Damascus, residents dismissed Assda’s comments and some said he had abandoned Syria’s people long ago. The spokesman for the transitional …

Russia, Turkey struggle to realign strategy for post-al Assad Syria
3 months, 1 week ago

Russia, Turkey struggle to realign strategy for post-al Assad Syria

India Today  

The fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime at the hands of the rebel coalition forces comprising Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and the Syrian National Army led by Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, has thrown new challenges for the troubled nation. With Assad's departure, the conflict has transitioned into an uncertain phase with key players like Russia and Turkey, deeply entrenched in the region's …

Vladimir Putin let Bashar al-Assad's regime fall in Syria. He was already cultivating new relationships in the region
3 months, 1 week ago

Vladimir Putin let Bashar al-Assad's regime fall in Syria. He was already cultivating new relationships in the region

ABC  

Just 12 hours before the fall of Damascus, Russia, Iran and Türkiye met on the sidelines of the Doha Forum. Putin could have sent more firepower — but he didn't There's no doubt the toppling of the Assad regime significantly weakens Vladimir Putin's Middle East power. Agreeing with the rebel HTS forces to let the Assad regime fall quickly, as …

Russia and Assad | Why did Kremlin back the Syrian autocrat and what does his fall mean
3 months, 1 week ago

Russia and Assad | Why did Kremlin back the Syrian autocrat and what does his fall mean

The Hindu  

Story so far: Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was granted asylum by Moscow on Monday, mere hours after Syrian rebels overthrew his 24-year regime. Here’s a look at Russian backing of Assad regime and what his fall means Historic ties Russia and Syria established diplomatic relations in 1944 and Moscow has backed the country’s independence from French colonial in 1946. …

Assad ally Russia in touch with Syrian rebels, aims to maintain its naval and air bases
3 months, 1 week ago

Assad ally Russia in touch with Syrian rebels, aims to maintain its naval and air bases

Firstpost  

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov said contacts with HTS, the most powerful force in the country after the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad, were “proceeding in constructive fashion” Russian President Vladimir Putin and Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu watch servicemen passing by as they visit the Hmeymim air base in Latakia Province, Syria December 11, 2017. Reuters Russia has established …

Fall of Syrian regime exposes limits of Russia’s global ambitions
3 months, 1 week ago

Fall of Syrian regime exposes limits of Russia’s global ambitions

Live Mint  

The collapse of the House of Assad has exposed a seam of vulnerability for another autocrat, one of the former Syrian leader’s strongest allies: Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russia’s success in Syria turned into a blueprint for Russian intervention elsewhere, from the Central African Republic, where Russia’s Wagner mercenaries protected President Faustin-Archange Touadéra from rebel groups, to Sudan, Libya and …

Russia Nears Deal With New Syria Leaders to Keep Army Bases
3 months, 1 week ago

Russia Nears Deal With New Syria Leaders to Keep Army Bases

Live Mint  

Russia is nearing an agreement with Syria’s new leadership to keep two vital military bases in the Middle East state, a key objective of the Kremlin after the fall of its ally Bashar al-Assad. Putin’s Syria Setback Threatens Key Russian Military Bases Moscow has established contact with HTS in Damascus and hopes the group “will honor promises” to keep foreign …

How can Putin be defeated? Assad’s fall provides lesson for West
3 months, 1 week ago

How can Putin be defeated? Assad’s fall provides lesson for West

The Independent  

The fall of the Assad regime in Syria has led to questions over Russia’s ability to sustain its military adventures abroad. Whether – and how – Russia’s forces in place in the country will need to evacuate is just one of the open questions arising from the change of power in Syria. Another is what the potential impact may be …

Assad allies Russia, Iran target US, Israel over HTS takeover of Syria
3 months, 1 week ago

Assad allies Russia, Iran target US, Israel over HTS takeover of Syria

Firstpost  

Iran and Russia condemned the US and Israel for toppling Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, with Iran accusing them of orchestrating the conflict and Russia blaming Israel for strikes on Syria and actions in the Golan Heights buffer zone Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad visit the Hmeymim air base in Latakia Province, Syria, on December 11, …

As Syria's rebels turn rulers, world turns HTS 'terrorists' into partners
3 months, 1 week ago

As Syria's rebels turn rulers, world turns HTS 'terrorists' into partners

Firstpost  

As Syria’s rebel forces rise to power, the international community is faced with a stark dilemma with once-designated “terrorists” in HTS now being considered potential partners in the country’s future governance In a dramatic turn of events, the Syrian government led by Bashar al-Assad collapsed with the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, once an Al Qaeda affiliate, taking control of the country. …

What does fall of Assad in Syria mean for the Middle East and the West?
3 months, 1 week ago

What does fall of Assad in Syria mean for the Middle East and the West?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Israel open image in gallery Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin …

Fall of Bashar al-Assad: How Syria's shift shakes Iran's regional strategy
3 months, 1 week ago

Fall of Bashar al-Assad: How Syria's shift shakes Iran's regional strategy

Firstpost  

The fall of Assad has revealed the weakness of Iran’s plans in the region causing a crisis in both its foreign policy and domestic support as the country faces an uncertain future The removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad by a rebel alliance has created serious challenges for Iran’s foreign policy. Blame and chaos in Tehran The fall of Syrian …

Russia transported Assad in ‘most secured way’: Deputy FM Sergei Ryabkov
3 months, 1 week ago

Russia transported Assad in ‘most secured way’: Deputy FM Sergei Ryabkov

The Hindu  

Russia transported Bashar al-Assad, who was ousted as Syria's president by a lightning rebel offensive, very securely to Russia, the country's deputy foreign minister, Sergei Ryabkov, told NBC News in an interview aired on Tuesday. "He is secured, and it shows that Russia acts as required in such an extraordinary situation," Mr. Ryabkov told NBC, according to a transcript on …

Senior Russian official confirms Assad in Russia: NBC
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3 months, 1 week ago

Senior Russian official confirms Assad in Russia: NBC

Hindustan Times  

A senior Russian official told US broadcaster NBC on Tuesday that deposed Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad is being hosted in Russia, giving Moscow's first public confirmation of his whereabouts. Moscow had long backed ousted President Bashar Assad's government in Syria's civil war. Assad was transported to Russia "in the most secure way possible" amid the sudden collapse of his regime …

In post-Assad Syria, China and Turkey must choose: Competition or cooperation
3 months, 1 week ago

In post-Assad Syria, China and Turkey must choose: Competition or cooperation

Firstpost  

As Syria transitions, China’s economic strategies and Turkey’s regional ambitions will determine whether cooperation or rivalry defines their future relationship The fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria is certainly going to reshape the balance of power in West Asia. Turkey’s soft power, based on shared Islamic values and historical ties, often resonates more strongly in Arab countries than China’s economic …

With Assad gone, Russia's military bases face an uncertain future
3 months, 1 week ago

With Assad gone, Russia's military bases face an uncertain future

Firstpost  

As Syrian opposition forces control the cities in which Russian military bases are located, the future of Russian military presence in Syria is uncertain A Syrian opposition forces' rocket launcher firing against President Bashar al-Assad's regime forces on the outskirts of the city of Hama, Syria, on Wednesday. Syrian opposition controls areas around Russian bases Russia has at least two …

How Syria's sudden regime shift puts China in a delicate position
3 months, 1 week ago

How Syria's sudden regime shift puts China in a delicate position

Firstpost  

The sudden collapse of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad’s regime after a quick and unexpected rebel victory has put China in a tricky spot. This visit came after Syria had been largely isolated internationally and Assad was looking for China’s support against ongoing Western sanctions and diplomatic pressure. China’s historical support for Assad Throughout Syria’s decade-long civil war, China positioned itself …

How fall of Assad regime in Syria will impact power equation in West Asia
3 months, 1 week ago

How fall of Assad regime in Syria will impact power equation in West Asia

Firstpost  

The turn of events in the Syrian civil war has hit the world like a tsunami. The rapid crumbling of President Bashar al-Assad’s regime signals not just a transformation in Syria’s political landscape but also the dawn of a new era in the Middle East and global geopolitics. Geopolitical Shifts Iran: A Strategic Defeat The exit of Assad and the …

‘A blow to Putin’s prestige’: What al-Assad’s fall means for Russia
3 months, 1 week ago

‘A blow to Putin’s prestige’: What al-Assad’s fall means for Russia

Al Jazeera  

As Moscow shelters Syria’s longtime leader, analysts say Russia’s Middle East ambitions are likely to continue. Just last week, Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov adamantly referred to the groups as “terrorists” in an interview with Al Jazeera. “Likewise, without the airbase at Hmeimim, providing air support to operations in Africa would also depend upon Turkey’s goodwill, which is something unlikely …

Assad’s downfall is a humbling blow to Russia. How will it affect Putin’s prestige?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Assad’s downfall is a humbling blow to Russia. How will it affect Putin’s prestige?

Associated Press  

Almost exactly seven years ago, President Vladimir Putin stood with Russian troops at their air base in Syria and proudly declared victory over “terrorists” in that country as part of the Kremlin’s military intervention to prop up the government of Bashar Assad amid a civil war. A look at Russia’s involvement in Syria and the possible consequences of Assad’s demise …

Syria's Bashar al-Assad granted asylum in Russia after deal on military bases
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Syria's Bashar al-Assad granted asylum in Russia after deal on military bases

Firstpost  

Syria’s former President Bashar al-Assad is in Moscow with his family after Russia granted them asylum on humanitarian grounds, a Kremlin source told Russian news agencies on Sunday, and a deal has been done to ensure the safety of Russian military bases Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad visit the Hmeymim air base in Latakia Province, Syria, …

Arab Spring in Syria marks a power shift
Trending News
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Arab Spring in Syria marks a power shift

Hindustan Times  

In a stunning turn of events, the Syrian government under President Bashar al-Assad collapsed without any resistance after a lightning offensive by rebel forces spearheaded by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham on Sunday. The traditional backers of Syria –– Russia and Iran –– remained involved in their conflicts with Ukraine and Israel, respectively, and were unable to sustain meaningful …

Why fall of Bashar-al Assad in Syria threatens Russia across the Mediterranean, Africa and beyond
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Why fall of Bashar-al Assad in Syria threatens Russia across the Mediterranean, Africa and beyond

Firstpost  

The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria poses a significant threat to Russia’s influence in key regions like the Mediterranean and Africa jeopardising its military footholds, alliances and long-term strategic objectives. This could weaken Russia’s influence not only in Syria but also in the Mediterranean, North Africa and Central Africa, regions where it has worked hard to grow its …

Syria War Updates: Assad out, HTS in; world leaders calls for stability in Damascus – Firstpost
Top News
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Syria War Updates: Assad out, HTS in; world leaders calls for stability in Damascus – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Syria War News Updates: International governments welcomed the end of the Assads’ autocratic government, as they sought to take stock of a new-look Middle East Syrians celebrate the fall of Bashar Assad's government in the town of Bar Elias, Lebanon, near the border with Syria. US President Joe Biden on Sunday said deposed Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad should be “held …

Why Syria’s Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia after rebels led to his fall
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Syria’s Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia after rebels led to his fall

Firstpost  

The Syrian government and the regime of Bashar al-Assad came to an end on Sunday, 11 days after rebels began their new offensive. AP “Syria is ours and not the Assad family’s.” “This is the start of a new era for Syria.” Chants and slogans like these rang out loud in Syria after the government collapsed and President Bashar al-Assad …

Russia: Assad’s fall is huge blow for Putin, highlighting fragility of his own rule
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia: Assad’s fall is huge blow for Putin, highlighting fragility of his own rule

CNN  

CNN — The world now knows the colors of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad’s parachute: the Russian tricolor. The fall of the House of Assad deals a major blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s aspirations as a Middle East power broker – and raises new questions about the fragility of his own regime. “Putin has thrown Assad under the bus to …

Russia: Assad’s fall is huge blow for Putin, highlighting fragility of his own rule
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia: Assad’s fall is huge blow for Putin, highlighting fragility of his own rule

CNN  

CNN — The world now knows the colors of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad’s parachute: the Russian tricolor. The fall of the House of Assad deals a major blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s aspirations as a Middle East power broker – and raises new questions about the fragility of his own regime. “Putin has thrown Assad under the bus to …

Assad flees to Russia as rule over Syria ends
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Assad flees to Russia as rule over Syria ends

ABC  

Sabra Lane: Good morning. Sabra Lane: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered Israeli troops into the buffer zone between Syria and Israeli-occupied territory, claiming he's concerned the chaos in Syria could threaten Israel. Jane Norman: And that presents risk, he says, when 90 per cent of the nation's coal-fired power stations are on track to exit the grid within 10 …

Syria war timeline: Assad's fall followed years of bloodshed and division
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Syria war timeline: Assad's fall followed years of bloodshed and division

The Hindu  

The sudden collapse of Bashar al-Assad's rule over Syria marks the culmination of a nearly 14-year rebellion and a key moment in a civil war that killed hundreds of thousands of people, displaced half the population and drew in outside powers. World powers meet in Geneva and agree on the need for a political transition, but their divisions on how …

In Syria, the Assads leave a bitter legacy after a half-century of repressive rule
3 months, 2 weeks ago

In Syria, the Assads leave a bitter legacy after a half-century of repressive rule

NPR  

In Syria, the Assads leave a bitter legacy after a half-century of repressive rule toggle caption AP/Saudi Press Agency President Bashar Al-Assad and his father, Hafez Al-Assad, combined to rule Syria for more than a half-century, always with an iron fist that crushed all dissent and relied heavily on the country's feared security forces. Sponsor Message In power since 2000, …

Opinion - Erdogan's dual strategy in Syria: Hunting with NATO, running with Russia
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Opinion - Erdogan's dual strategy in Syria: Hunting with NATO, running with Russia

India Today  

In the shadow of Istanbul’s minarets, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan did not hide his glee at the fast-paced developments in neighbouring Syria. This support was part of Turkey’s broader goal to influence the outcome of the Syrian conflict in favour of a government that could guarantee the security of its borders and prevent autonomy for Kurdish groups. Ankara’s knowledge …

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