Watch: What led to the sudden fall of the Assad regime?
3 months, 1 week ago

Watch: What led to the sudden fall of the Assad regime?

The Hindu  

The Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, the Syrian Islamist militant group, had been preparing for months for a large-scale offensive against regime forces. The civil war was quiet for years, particularly after the regime of President Bashar al-Assad captured most of its lost territories — including Aleppo, Hama and Homs. The HTS and its ally Syrian National Army had informed Turkey, their patron, at least six months ago about the offensive plan. During the peak of the civil war, in 2015 and 2016, Mr. Assad had heavily relied on his external allies for security — Russia, Iran and Hezbollah.

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Three months since the fall of Assad, is Syria headed towards stability or chaos? Explained
1 week, 2 days ago

Three months since the fall of Assad, is Syria headed towards stability or chaos? Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: Syria has entered a three-month period of political and military uncertainty following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024. His government reached a significant agreement with the U.S.-backed Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces, integrating the group’s military and administrative structures into the Syrian state. Although the Syrian Arab Army largely disintegrated after Assad’s departure, loyalist …

Syria flashes signs of peril and promise in a week of violence and diplomacy
1 week, 4 days ago

Syria flashes signs of peril and promise in a week of violence and diplomacy

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — After Syria’s longtime autocratic ruler was toppled late last year, the man who led rebel groups to victory immediately faced a new challenge: unifying the country after more than a decade of civil war. But so far, in reality, on the ground, everybody is still under his own umbrella.” On the other side, there are thousands of former …

Syria flashes signs of peril and promise in a week of sectarian violence, diplomacy
1 week, 4 days ago

Syria flashes signs of peril and promise in a week of sectarian violence, diplomacy

New Indian Express  

BEIRUT: After Syria's longtime autocratic ruler was toppled late last year, the man who led rebel groups to victory immediately faced a new challenge: unifying the country after more than a decade of civil war. After days of deadly sectarian violence, a diplomatic triumph united a powerful force in the country's northeast with the new national army. Building a stable, …

Syria's new Islamist ruler signs 'historic' peace deal with Kurds - days after HTS gunmen slaughtered hundreds in clashes with Assad loyalists
1 week, 5 days ago

Syria's new Islamist ruler signs 'historic' peace deal with Kurds - days after HTS gunmen slaughtered hundreds in clashes with Assad loyalists

Daily Mail  

Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has struck a landmark agreement with the country's Kurdish-led region of Rojava in an unprecedented step toward a united Syria that recognises the rights of the long-oppressed Kurds. Celebrations exploded in cities across Rojava today after Sharaa, leader of Syria's ruling Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, signed the deal in Damascus alongside Mazloum Abdi, the …

Syria's Al-Sharaa govt is at the knife's edge, and attacks by pro-Assad forces isn't the only reason
1 week, 6 days ago

Syria's Al-Sharaa govt is at the knife's edge, and attacks by pro-Assad forces isn't the only reason

Firstpost  

As Syria’s Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa struggles to ensure stability in the country, militant groups supporting ousted President Bashar al-Assad are not the only cause of his worries Following the death of 1,000 people in the ongoing clashes in Syria, the country’s Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has launched an investigation into the violence and pledged to hold the perpetrators accountable. …

Syria: Over 200 Assad loyalists killed in clashes with government forces
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Syria: Over 200 Assad loyalists killed in clashes with government forces

India TV News  

Syria: Over 200 Assad loyalists killed in clashes with government forces Ongoing clashes between the two sides have marked the worst violence since Assad's government was toppled in early December by insurgent groups led by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. Over 200 ousted President Bashar Assad's loyalists were killed in clashes with the government forces in Syria's coastal areas, …

Syria erupts, over 200 killed as government forces and Assad loyalists clash
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Syria erupts, over 200 killed as government forces and Assad loyalists clash

India Today  

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. In addition to around 140 killed in apparent revenge attacks in the villages, the dead include at least 50 members of Syria’s government …

Over 70 killed in Syria clashes, worst since Bashar al-Assad's ouster: Report
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Over 70 killed in Syria clashes, worst since Bashar al-Assad's ouster: Report

India Today  

More than 70 people were killed, and several others injured after forces loyal to ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad clashed with government personnel in country's coastal region. According to a UK-based war monitor, this is the worst violence in Syria since the autocratic former leader was ousted by rebels in December 2024 and the subsequent installation of an Islamist transitional …

New Syria leader vows state 'monopoly' on weapons
3 weeks, 5 days ago

New Syria leader vows state 'monopoly' on weapons

Raw Story  

Syria's new interim president pledged on Tuesday to ensure the state has a monopoly on weapons at a national dialogue conference on the country's future after Bashar al-Assad's overthrow. Ahmed al-Sharaa, whose Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham led the rebel alliance that toppled Assad in December, also said he plans to establish a transitional justice committee. "We will work on …

Syria’s interim leader launches national dialogue on political transition
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Syria’s interim leader launches national dialogue on political transition

Al Jazeera  

Syria’s de facto leader reiterated his pledge to deliver a democratic political transition as talks on the country’s future opened. Ahmed al-Sharaa on Tuesday urged his countrymen to unite and pledged to establish a transitional justice body, as he welcomed participants of a national dialogue aimed at guiding the country’s political transition following years of civil war and the fall …

In Syria, the fighting is over, but a resource-rich region is left in limbo
1 month, 2 weeks ago

In Syria, the fighting is over, but a resource-rich region is left in limbo

LA Times  

Mohammad Khalawi explains the devastation of Syria’s Deir al-Zour province through the scars left by the many conquerors who passed through during 13 years of civil war. It was here that Islamic State entrenched itself, transforming Deir al-Zour into a oil-and-gas fiefdom to fund the extremist group’s caliphate, before two rivals — the Syrian government, backed by Russian airstrikes and …

Regime change in Syria has Iraqi factions backtracking on push for US withdrawal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Regime change in Syria has Iraqi factions backtracking on push for US withdrawal

Hindustan Times  

BAGHDAD — The fall of Bashar Assad in Syria has led Iran-allied factions in neighboring Iraq to reconsider their push for U.S. forces to exit the country, multiple Iraqi and American officials told The Associated Press. Regime change in Syria has Iraqi factions backtracking on push for US withdrawal The U.S. and Iraq announced an agreement last year to wind …

Regime change in Syria has Iraqi factions backtracking on push for US withdrawal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Regime change in Syria has Iraqi factions backtracking on push for US withdrawal

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — The fall of Bashar Assad in Syria has led Iran-allied factions in neighboring Iraq to reconsider their push for U.S. forces to exit the country, multiple Iraqi and American officials told The Associated Press. A high-ranking official in Iraq’s National Security Service said that in a meeting with the Iraqi government, his agency had made the argument that …

HTS rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa becomes interim President of Syria. Will he unite rebel factions?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

HTS rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa becomes interim President of Syria. Will he unite rebel factions?

Firstpost  

After an hour-long meeting among the Syrian rebel groups, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham leader Ahmed al-Sharaa was appointed as the president of the country for a ’transitional period’. The authorities announced that a new government will takeover by March Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Golani, speaks to the media after the ousting of Syria's Bashar …

Who is rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, named interim president of Syria?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who is rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, named interim president of Syria?

Hindustan Times  

In less than two months, Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa has risen from rebel leader to interim president, after his Islamist group led a lightning offensive that toppled Bashar al-Assad. The former jihadist has abandoned his nom de guerre Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, trimmed his beard and donned a suit and tie to receive foreign dignitaries since ousting Assad from power on December …

Leader of rebels who toppled Syrian President Bashar Assad is named country’s interim president
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Leader of rebels who toppled Syrian President Bashar Assad is named country’s interim president

Associated Press  

DAMASCUS, Syria — The Syrian factions that toppled President Bashar Assad last month named an Islamist former rebel leader as the country‘s interim president on Wednesday in a push to project a united front as they face the monumental task of rebuilding Syria after nearly 14 years of civil war. The appointment of Ahmad al-Sharaa, who was once aligned with …

The West is making a muddle of its Syria sanctions
2 months ago

The West is making a muddle of its Syria sanctions

Hindustan Times  

FOR many Syrians, the past month has been bewildering. The barges are expected to generate 800 megawatts, which would boost Syria’s electricity output by 50%, welcome relief in a country where the state provides fewer than four hours of power a day. America’s sanctions on Syria date back to 1979, when it labelled the country a state sponsor of terrorism. …

The Fall of Bashar al-Assad May Not Be Good News for the Taliban
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The Fall of Bashar al-Assad May Not Be Good News for the Taliban

The Diplomat  

The fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad last month marked a turning point not only for Syria but also for Islamist movements worldwide. Moreover, the Syrian rebels’ victory could inspire opposition movements within Afghanistan and embolden moderate Taliban officials to push back against their leader’s hardline rule. HTS and the Taliban: Diverging Paths While the Syrian rebel group’s blend of …

Syria's leadership shift: Abu Mohammad al-Jolani signals four-year transition plan
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Syria's leadership shift: Abu Mohammad al-Jolani signals four-year transition plan

India Today  

Syria's de facto leader, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham commander-in-chief Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, has announced that it may take up to four years before elections can held in Syria. Jolani also emphasized that significant changes would become evident within a year as the country embarks on a challenging transition period. This administration aims to reassure neighboring countries …

Syria's rebel leaders struggle to hold national talks weeks after Bashar Assad's ouster amid allegations of exclusion
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Syria's rebel leaders struggle to hold national talks weeks after Bashar Assad's ouster amid allegations of exclusion

Hindustan Times  

Syria’s newly established leadership, which took power following ousting Bashar al-Assad, has not yet determined when to hold a landmark national dialogue conference, Reuters reported, citing multiple sources. The rebels led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham have pledged to hold the conference, and its postponement raises concerns among opposition groups and other stakeholders. The sources who spoke to Reuters included two …

Alawite tensions rise under Syria's new caretaker regime
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Alawite tensions rise under Syria's new caretaker regime

India Today  

A new caretaker government has been installed in Syria under the leadership of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, with Ahmed al-Sharaa serving as the de facto ruler. The new regime is actively conducting security crackdowns on remnants of the Assad regime, with large-scale operations in key areas such as Latakia and Damascus. The collapse of the Assad regime has left Syria fragile, …

Ex-Assad Regime Forces Kill 14 as Syria Sees Upsurge in Violence
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ex-Assad Regime Forces Kill 14 as Syria Sees Upsurge in Violence

Live Mint  

-- Forces loyal to former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad killed 14 police members and wounded 10 others, according to the caretaker government, as the country experiences its worst violence since the autocrat’s toppling early this month. Several deadly incidents in recent days underscore the fragile security situation in Syria following the downfall of Assad’s long-standing regime. The interior ministry said …

Two rebel fighters killed in clashes with supporters of ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Two rebel fighters killed in clashes with supporters of ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad

Hindustan Times  

Clashes between Islamists who took over Syria and supporters of ousted President Bashar Assad's government killed two Islamic fighters on Wednesday and wounded others, according to interim officials. A banner with an image depicting the ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad is placed on the fire as a Syrian member of the rebel forces destroys drugs and alcoholic beverages, found at …

Clashes between Islamists now in power in Syria and Assad's supporters leave casualties
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Clashes between Islamists now in power in Syria and Assad's supporters leave casualties

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 Clashes between Islamists who took …

Clashes between Islamists now in power in Syria and Assad’s supporters kill 6 fighters
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Clashes between Islamists now in power in Syria and Assad’s supporters kill 6 fighters

Associated Press  

DAMASCUS, Syria — Clashes between Islamists who took over Syria and supporters of ousted President Bashar Assad’s government killed six Islamic fighters on Wednesday and wounded others, according to a British-based war monitor. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the fighters were killed while trying to arrest a former official in Assad’s government, accused of issuing execution orders and …

Syrian rebel factions agree to disarm and join new government under deal with HTS leader
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Syrian rebel factions agree to disarm and join new government under deal with HTS leader

ABC  

Some of Syria's former rebel groups have agreed to join the new administration under a deal to dissolve their factions, the HTS-led government says. Syria's de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, reached an agreement on Tuesday with former rebel faction chiefs to dissolve all groups and consolidate them under the defence ministry, according to a statement from the new administration. Syrians …

Syria's Tangled Alliances and Rivalries: A Visual Guide
3 months ago

Syria's Tangled Alliances and Rivalries: A Visual Guide

New York Times  

Only weeks ago, Mr. al-Assad still ruled most of Syria. Several groups ultimately weakened the terrorist group: primarily the Kurdish-led forces, which were supported by U.S. airstrikes, but also Syrian government forces backed by government allies and rebels But longstanding relationships in Syria were turned upside down this month when a coalition of rebels from the north swept to Damascus, …

Expelled from Aleppo as children, these fighters returned as its liberators
3 months ago

Expelled from Aleppo as children, these fighters returned as its liberators

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera speaks to Syrian opposition fighters who came back to liberate their homes and pursue their dreams. “I remember the regime’s massacres, the killing, and the hitting of bakeries and hospitals.” Eight years later, a series of images went viral on social media. “Its fall was preceded by other cities and it was this final nail in the uprising’s …

Syria's future hangs in the balance as HTS takes the reins
3 months ago

Syria's future hangs in the balance as HTS takes the reins

Firstpost  

In the days since Assad’s fall, dozens of Syrians have been killed in acts of revenge, according to activists and experts who monitor Syria. “We hope this violence will not escalate, leading to an outburst of civil strife.” During the Assad family’s 50 years of iron-fisted rule, Alawites held many top positions in the military and in the intelligence and …

Sectarian violence in Syria has been less intense than feared since Assad’s ouster
3 months ago

Sectarian violence in Syria has been less intense than feared since Assad’s ouster

Associated Press  

DAMASCUS, Syria — The toppling of Bashar Assad has raised tentative hopes that Syrians might live peacefully and as equals after a half century of authoritarian rule. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print During the Assad family’s 50 years of iron-fisted rule, Alawites held many top positions in the military and in the …

The protracted ‘Civil war’ in Syria was a war of western choice
3 months ago

The protracted ‘Civil war’ in Syria was a war of western choice

New Indian Express  

The western narrative dominates global perceptions of the recent and sweeping developments in Syria. Images of people celebrating the fall of the autocrat, Bashar al-Assad, in the streets, pulling down and destroying his statues and portraits, emphasise the victory of ‘freedom’ over ‘tyranny’. The focus is on the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and its leader Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa aka Abu Mohammad …

U.S. holds first meeting with rebels in charge of Syria
3 months ago

U.S. holds first meeting with rebels in charge of Syria

LA Times  

A Syrian man holds the Syrian opposition flag as he passes by a picture of ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad in Damascus, Syria, on Dec. 9, 2024. Senior U.S. diplomats traveled to Damascus Friday and held a first-ever meeting with the rebels who toppled longtime dictator Bashar Assad. U.S. officials said they pressed the transitional government established by rebels to …

Syria’s de facto new leader says it is not a threat to the West
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3 months ago

Syria’s de facto new leader says it is not a threat to 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. Read our privacy policy Syria's de facto new leader …

Is Syria now a threat to the West? Rebel leader speaks out after toppling Bashar al-Assad's regime
3 months ago

Is Syria now a threat to the West? Rebel leader speaks out after toppling Bashar al-Assad's regime

Daily Mail  

Syria's new de-facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has said the country is not a threat to the West or its neighbours. Syrian de-facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa speaking to BBC News about the takeover Ahmed al-Sharaa addresses a crowd at the capital's landmark Umayyad Mosque on December 8 He said HTS did not target civilians or civilian areas and consider themselves to …

Syria's new rulers step up engagement with the world
3 months ago

Syria's new rulers step up engagement with the world

Raw Story  

Syria's new rulers stepped up engagement on Tuesday with countries that deemed ousted president Bashar al-Assad a pariah, with the French flag raised at the embassy for the first time in over a decade. After meeting Syria's new leaders, the United Nations humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher said on Tuesday he was "encouraged", and that there was a "basis for ambitious …

The View From India newsletter: Disaster or rebirth: What’s next for Syria?
3 months, 1 week ago

The View From India newsletter: Disaster or rebirth: What’s next for Syria?

The Hindu  

Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the U.S., welcomed Afghan Mujahideen leaders in the White House in November 1987. The U.S., along with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, were training and arming the Mujahideen against Afghanistan’s communist regime and its Soviet backers. This provided an opportunity for Mr. Assad’s rivals to interfere in Syria’s civil war. In the subsequent months, the …

Watch: The Syrian civil war | A timeline of the 13-year struggle that overthrew Assad
3 months, 1 week ago

Watch: The Syrian civil war | A timeline of the 13-year struggle that overthrew Assad

The Hindu  

In December 2024, the world watched in shock as Bashar al-Assad’s iron grip over Syria unravelled in a matter of days, bringing an abrupt end to a brutal 14-year civil war. This video takes on a comprehensive journey through Syria’s tumultuous history, starting from the uprising in 2011 that spiralled into a full-scale civil war. With exclusive insights into the …

Post-Assad Syria: How key global powers are embracing the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
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3 months, 1 week ago

Post-Assad Syria: How key global powers are embracing the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham

Firstpost  

The fall of Bashar al-Assad has reshaped Syria’s future and its ties with key nations. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the group leading Syria’s transitional government, has attracted both cautious optimism and scepticism. UN Syria envoy Geir Pedersen meets with head of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and Syria’s de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Golani in Damascus, Syria in …

Toppled Syrian President Bashar Al Assad flew $250 million in cash to Moscow: Report
3 months, 1 week ago

Toppled Syrian President Bashar Al Assad flew $250 million in cash to Moscow: Report

Hindustan Times  

According to a report, ousted Syrian President Bashar Al Assad sent $250 million in cash to Moscow between 2018 and 2019. FILE - An image of ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad covers the facade of a provincial government office in the aftermath of the opposition's takeover of Hama, Syria, The report, if true, shows the financial ties that Assad enjoyed …

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 …

Where global players in Syria stand after Assad's downfall
3 months, 1 week ago

Where global players in Syria stand after Assad's downfall

ABC  

The world is watching to see how Syria's political landscape changes after a lightning advance by rebels swept Bashar al-Assad out of power. Mohammed Soliman from the US Foreign Policy Research Institute said the fall of Assad's regime had allowed Türkiye to play its "strongest hand yet in Syria". How the fall of Assad impacts Iran's Axis of Resistance Photo …

Assad told Iran about Turkey's efforts to topple regime before ouster: Report
3 months, 1 week ago

Assad told Iran about Turkey's efforts to topple regime before ouster: Report

India Today  

In the final days leading to his ouster, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad complained to Iran's foreign minister that Turkey was actively supporting Sunni rebels in their offensive to topple him, two Iranian officials told Reuters this week. Iran had backed Assad in Syria's long civil war and his overthrow was widely seen as a major blow to the Iran-led "Axis …

Syria's de facto leader not interested in new conflicts despite Israeli attacks
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3 months, 1 week ago

Syria's de facto leader not interested in new conflicts despite Israeli attacks

Hindustan Times  

By Hatem Maher Syria's de facto leader not interested in new conflicts despite Israeli attacks Dec 14 - Syria's de facto leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa said on Saturday Israel is using false pretexts to justify its attacks on Syria, but that he is not interested in engaging in new conflicts as the country focuses on rebuilding following the end of Bashar …

What lies ahead for Syria after Assad’s exit?: Explained
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3 months, 1 week ago

What lies ahead for Syria after Assad’s exit?: Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far:Bashar al-Assad, President of Syria for 24 years, has fallen. Many Syrians are celebrating the collapse of Mr. Assad’s dictatorial regime, but remain anxious about what is to come. Turkey, as the main backer of the HTS, sees an opportunity to expand its influence in West Asia, while Iran and Russia, the main backers of the Assad …

Syria: HTS leader Al-Jolani says country too exhausted for conflict with Israel
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3 months, 1 week ago

Syria: HTS leader Al-Jolani says country too exhausted for conflict with Israel

Hindustan Times  

The leader of the Islamist-led rebels who seized power in Damascus criticised Israel on Saturday for its incursion into southern Syria this week but said his country was too exhausted for fresh conflict. The leader of Syria's Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group said his country was too exhausted for fresh conflict. Israeli troops entered the UN-patrolled buffer zone that separated …

Lost Syrian weapons supply route after fall of Bashar al-Assad regime: Hezbollah chief
3 months, 1 week ago

Lost Syrian weapons supply route after fall of Bashar al-Assad regime: Hezbollah chief

Firstpost  

Hezbollah had long relied on Syria to transport weapons and military equipment from Iran, through Iraq and Syria, into Lebanon. However, the collapse of Assad’s government has disrupted that route Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem acknowledged the setback the group suffered due to the fall of the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria. File Photo/Reuters Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem …

Bashar al-Assad’s ouster: US in direct contact with rebels, once linked to Al-Qaida
3 months, 1 week ago

Bashar al-Assad’s ouster: US in direct contact with rebels, once linked to Al-Qaida

Live Mint  

US is in direct contact with the Syrian rebel group, that is designated as a foreign terrorist organisation by the United States and others, as announced by Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday and reported by AP. Syrian rebel group, which was linked to Al-Qaida at one point of time, spearheaded the recent overthrow of President Bashar Assad's government. …

Thousands of Syrians celebrate during first Friday prayers since Assad’s fall
3 months, 1 week ago

Thousands of Syrians celebrate during first Friday prayers since Assad’s fall

Deccan Chronicle  

Exuberant Syrians observed the first Friday prayers since the ouster of President Bashar Assad, gathering in the capital's historic main mosque, its largest square and around the country to celebrate the end of half a century of authoritarian rule.The gatherings illustrated the dramatic changes that have swept over Syria less than a week after insurgents marched into Damascus and toppled …

Poor morale, reliance on foreign allies: The collapse of Assad’s army in Syria explained
3 months, 1 week ago

Poor morale, reliance on foreign allies: The collapse of Assad’s army in Syria explained

Firstpost  

As rebels swept into Damascus last week, toppling former President Bashar al-Assad, his army simply collapsed, abruptly ending a 13-year conflict that had claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. Reuters spoke to a dozen sources including two Syrian army deserters, three senior Syrian officers, two Iraqi militia commanders working with the Syrian army, a Syrian security source and a source …

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