Erdogan says he may meet Syria’s Assad for ‘peace’ in the region
1 year, 11 months ago

Erdogan says he may meet Syria’s Assad for ‘peace’ in the region

Al Jazeera  

The Turkish president says he could hold talks with the Syrian leader within a new process launched in Moscow last week. “Turkey, Russia and Syria have launched a process in Moscow,” the Turkish president said, speaking in the capital Ankara on Thursday, adding that the foreign ministers of the three countries are expected to gather in a trilateral format soon. “As a result of Turkey’s developing special relationship with Russia, Moscow has pursued Ankara’s interests more in its relations with Syria, pressuring the Assad government in this direction,” Akgun told Al Jazeera. Turkey has backed and hosted Syria’s opposition in the country since the beginning of the conflict, while Russia has politically and militarily supported the Syrian government. Cavusoglu assured the SNC of Ankara’s support “to Syrian opposition institutions and Syrians in the opposition-held areas,” in northern Syria, said Abdurrahman Mustafa, the leader of the Syrian opposition’s provisional government, after the meeting.

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Sectarian violence in Syria has been less intense than feared since Assad’s ouster
3 days, 14 hours 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 …

Erdogan says Turkey expects allies to pull support from Kurds in post-Assad Syria
3 days, 23 hours ago

Erdogan says Turkey expects allies to pull support from Kurds in post-Assad Syria

Hindustan Times  

ANKARA -Turkey expects foreign countries will withdraw support for Kurdish fighters in Syria following the toppling of Bashar al-Assad, President Tayyip Erdogan said, as Ankara seeks to isolate Kurds who have long fought alongside U.S. troops. Erdogan says Turkey expects allies to pull support from Kurds in post-Assad Syria Germany's foreign minister later said Kurdish forces should disarm and integrate …

Israel vs Turkey: The intensifying Middle-East power struggle
4 days, 15 hours ago

Israel vs Turkey: The intensifying Middle-East power struggle

Live Mint  

DUBAI—Turkey and Israel are the main strategic beneficiaries of the collapse of the Syrian regime, an event that has capped the dramatic decline of Iranian influence in the Middle East. This month’s breakup of the Iranian-led “axis of resistance," which used to run from Iran and Iraq via Syria to Hezbollah, represents an immediate and significant security boon for Israel. …

Erdogan urges end of foreign support for Kurdish fighters in Syria
4 days, 19 hours ago

Erdogan urges end of foreign support for Kurdish fighters in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Turkish president compares Kurdish YPG fighters to ISIL and says neither group has a future in Syria. Turkiye expects foreign countries to withdraw support for Kurdish fighters in Syria after the toppling of Bashar al-Assad, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says, as Germany warns against an escalation in fighting with Kurdish forces. Security for Kurds ‘essential’ Later on Friday, German Foreign …

Syria's new rulers step up engagement with the world
1 week 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 …

US fears military buildup by Turkey signals preparations for incursion into Syria
1 week ago

US fears military buildup by Turkey signals preparations for incursion into Syria

Live Mint  

WASHINGTON : —Senior U.S. officials say Turkey and its militia allies are building up forces along the border with Syria, raising alarm that Ankara is preparing for a large-scale incursion into territory held by American-backed Syrian Kurds. The forces include militia fighters and Turkish uniformed commandos and artillery in large numbers that are concentrated near Kobani, a Kurdish-majority city in …

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

Turkey Says Syria’s New Rulers Agree to Abolish Kurdish Forces
1 week, 2 days ago

Turkey Says Syria’s New Rulers Agree to Abolish Kurdish Forces

Live Mint  

-- Turkey said Syria’s new rebel government agrees with Ankara on the need to dismantle Kurdish military forces — a critical US ally in the northern region of Syria — as countries rush to shape the future of the region after the downfall of the Assad regime. “It is out of the question for the Syrian people, or the new …

Assad told Iran about Turkey's efforts to topple regime before ouster: Report
1 week, 2 days 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 …

Russia, Turkey struggle to realign strategy for post-al Assad Syria
1 week, 2 days 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 …

Peacemakers or geopolitics at play? Scramble for power in Syria after Assad's fall
1 week, 5 days ago

Peacemakers or geopolitics at play? Scramble for power in Syria after Assad's fall

Firstpost  

With the ouster of the Assad dynasty, the opposition groups as well as global and regional players are scrambling to secure their interests in Syria’s power vacuum The opposition groups as well as global and regional players are scrambling for power in Syria’s power vacuum. From Israel, Turkey, and Iran in the region to Russia and the United States beyond …

With Assad’s Fall, Erdogan Oversees Turkey’s Growing Regional Clout
2 weeks ago

With Assad’s Fall, Erdogan Oversees Turkey’s Growing Regional Clout

Live Mint  

-- Of all the winners and losers from Syria’s sudden change of power, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stands out as among those with the most to gain. “While Ankara’s precise role in the surprising turn of events remains a topic of speculation, the rebel offensive could not have gone ahead without Turkey’s consent and support.” The question now is …

What’s happening in Syria? Everything we know as President Assad flees and rebels claim victory
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

What’s happening in Syria? Everything we know as President Assad flees and rebels claim victory

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. The military command of the Syrian opposition says its …

Assad is in Moscow, given asylum
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Assad is in Moscow, given asylum

Deccan Chronicle  

Ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad fled to Moscow on Sunday, Russian media reported, hours after a stunning rebel advance took over the capital of Damascus and ended the Assad family's 50 years of iron rule.The Russian agencies, Tass and RIA, cited an unidentified Kremlin source on Assad and his family being given asylum in Moscow, his longtime ally and protector. …

‘Unjust and tyrannical rule’: How world reacted to Assad's ouster from Syria
2 weeks, 1 day ago

‘Unjust and tyrannical rule’: How world reacted to Assad's ouster from Syria

Hindustan Times  

With many Syrians abroad and in the Middle East celebrating the fall of Syria's authoritarian government to jihadi militants, the event triggered mixed reactions across the region and beyond, ranging from jubilation to concern over an uncertain future. Now, he said, “Syrians have to create a state that is well organised and take care of their country.” Many citizens in …

Taliban congratulates Syrians after Assad fall: Removal of factor of conflict
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Taliban congratulates Syrians after Assad fall: Removal of factor of conflict

India Today  

Afghanistan's Taliban-led government has congratulated the people of Syria and Islamist rebels for overthrowing President Bashar al-Assad's regime, which marked the end of more than 24 years of his autocratic rule, as well as the 13-year-old civil war. In a statement on Sunday, the Taliban's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the collapse of the Syrian government resulted in the "removal …

Israel, Turkey emerge as big winners from fall of Basher al-Assad's regime in Syria
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Israel, Turkey emerge as big winners from fall of Basher al-Assad's regime in Syria

Firstpost  

While Turkey and Israel stand to benefit from the new order, the power vacuum in Syria raises concerns about potential instability and the rise of extremist factions Israel and Turkey have emerged as winners due to the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime. Agencies The ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has triggered a dramatic reshaping of West Asian geopolitics, with …

Assad’s fall in Syria is a ‘fundamental act of justice,’ but also ‘a moment of risk,’ Biden says
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Assad’s fall in Syria is a ‘fundamental act of justice,’ but also ‘a moment of risk,’ Biden says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Sunday that the sudden collapse of the Syrian government under Bashar Assad is a “fundamental act of justice” after decades of repression, but it was “a moment of risk and uncertainty” for the Middle East. Trump said Sunday that Assad had fled because close ally Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, “was not interested in …

Global reaction to Assad’s sudden ouster from Syria ranges from jubilation to alarm
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Global reaction to Assad’s sudden ouster from Syria ranges from jubilation to alarm

Associated Press  

Across the Middle East and beyond, the fall of Syria’s authoritarian government at the hands of jihadi militants set off waves of jubilation, trepidation and alarm. Now, he said, “Syrians have to create a state that is well organized and take care of their country.” Many citizens in Syria’s neighboring countries reacted with joy to news Assad was gone. Iran, …

Analysis: Collapse of Syria’s Assad is a blow to Iran’s ‘Axis of Resistance’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Analysis: Collapse of Syria’s Assad is a blow to Iran’s ‘Axis of Resistance’

Associated Press  

MANAMA, Bahrain — For Iran’s theocratic government, it keeps getting worse. Ali Akbar Velayati, a key adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, once called Assad and Syria “the golden ring of the resistance chain in the region.” “Without the Syrian government, this chain will break and the resistance against Israel and its supporters will be weakened.” That break …

Opinion- Covert alliances and assault on Syrian cities: Inside a calculated campaign
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Opinion- Covert alliances and assault on Syrian cities: Inside a calculated campaign

India Today  

The timing of the recent assaults on Syrian cities by mercenaries and global jihadist groups is far from coincidental. This collaboration paved the way for attacks on key Syrian cities, signalling a shared objective: to weaken Syria's central government and prevent it from regaining its territorial sovereignty. The incursion of mercenary terrorist groups, supported by a complex web of international …

Opinion - Erdogan's dual strategy in Syria: Hunting with NATO, running with Russia
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

UN’s Syria envoy expresses ‘cautious hope’ after al-Assad’s fall
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

UN’s Syria envoy expresses ‘cautious hope’ after al-Assad’s fall

Al Jazeera  

Geir Pedersen, the United Nations special envoy for Syria, has expressed “cautious hope” after opposition fighters declared the rule of President Bashar al-Assad had come to an end. In a statement later on Monday, Pedersen described the long-running war in Syria as a “dark chapter” that “has left deep scars”, adding: “Today we look forward with cautious hope to the …

Nations urge stability as Syrian rebels oust Assad
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Nations urge stability as Syrian rebels oust Assad

New Indian Express  

The UK also weighed in, with Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner noting the importance of stability in the region. While condemning Assad’s regime, Rayner emphasized the necessity of a political solution where Syria’s government acts in the best interest of its people, especially after the immense suffering endured by Syrians. The United Nations envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, expressed cautious …

Analysis: Assad was a brutal dictator. Will Syria’s new leaders be any better?
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Analysis: Assad was a brutal dictator. Will Syria’s new leaders be any better?

LA Times  

Abu Mohammed al-Golani speaks at the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, Syria, on Sunday. It deals a major setback to Assad’s allies Iran and Russia while boosting Turkey, which backed the HTS and will probably be Washington’s main conduit to Syria’s new leaders. After 24 hours monitoring what the White House called the “extraordinary” developments in Syria, Biden convened his National …

Syria's Assad: The president who led a bloody crackdown
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Syria's Assad: The president who led a bloody crackdown

New Indian Express  

BEIRUT: Syrian President Bashar al-Assad oversaw a merciless crackdown on a pro-democracy revolt that morphed into one of the bloodiest wars of the century. On Sunday, as rebels entered the capital, a Syrian war monitor said he had left the country, in what could spell the end not just of his 24-year rule but the downfall of his clan's five-decade …

Bashar al-Assad’s regime has fallen in Syria. How will this impact an already fractured region?
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Bashar al-Assad’s regime has fallen in Syria. How will this impact an already fractured region?

New Indian Express  

The swift and unexpected fall of the Syrian capital, Damascus, to Sunni opposition forces marks a pivotal moment in the modern history of the Middle East. Syrian opposition forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham: These groups, supported by Turkey, now control central Syria, extending from the northern border with Turkey to the southern border with Jordan. The opposition forces range …

Turkey, Russia and Iran meet in Doha seeking exit from Syria chaos
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Turkey, Russia and Iran meet in Doha seeking exit from Syria chaos

The Hindu  

Turkey's Foreign Minister will meet with his Russian and Iranian counterparts in Doha on Saturday to try to find a solution to the renewed fighting in Syria and avoid chaos on its doorstep. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who this week called on Assad to "reconcile with his people", said Friday he "hoped the advance of the rebels would continue …

Syria Crisis: Why Damascus faces new threats after prolonged stalemate? | EXPLAINED
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Syria Crisis: Why Damascus faces new threats after prolonged stalemate? | EXPLAINED

India TV News  

After quite a period of stagnancy, the civil war in Syria has erupted once again, and this time the rebels have thundered a sudden blitzkrieg infighting on the President Bashar al-Assad regime, taking direct aim at the core of his rule, the capital, Damascus itself. By pushing for the recapture of territory, the rebels could then use this leverage to …

Iraq considering intervention in Syria seeing rebels' advancement as threat
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Iraq considering intervention in Syria seeing rebels' advancement as threat

India Today  

Iraqi Shi'ite Muslim ruling parties and armed groups are weighing the pros and cons of armed intervention in Syria, viewing as a grave threat the advance of Sunni Islamist rebels who have taken two Syrian cities and now bear down on a third. Iraq has amassed on its border with Syria thousands of fighters from its conventional military as well …

Where Turkey stands as Syrian government falls to opposition insurgents
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Where Turkey stands as Syrian government falls to opposition insurgents

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Syrian refugees across Turkey jubilantly welcomed the downfall of Bashar Assad’s government Sunday, with many embracing the chance to return to their homeland. FILE - From left: Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands during their meeting in Ankara, Turkey, Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. Share Share Copy Link …

How global powerplay and terrorism have rekindled Syrian conflict
Trending News
2 weeks, 4 days ago

How global powerplay and terrorism have rekindled Syrian conflict

Firstpost  

West Asia is never quiet. As if the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon are not enough, let alone the simmering ones in Libya, Yemen, and Sudan, the past week’s conflagration in Syria has yet again proved that the causes of conflict must also be definitively addressed, especially when a highly complex situation is allowed to take deeper, divisive roots …

Syrian rebel offensive bolsters Turkey’s geopolitical influence
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Syrian rebel offensive bolsters Turkey’s geopolitical influence

Live Mint  

A rapid advance by Syrian rebels in recent days is giving the NATO member Turkey more power to limit Russian and Iranian influence in the region, but also risks triggering new instability on Ankara’s doorstep. The government of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is now in a stronger position to put pressure on Kurdish militias it opposes in Syria, some …

Hezbollah backs Syria’s al-Assad as opposition forces intensify offensive
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hezbollah backs Syria’s al-Assad as opposition forces intensify offensive

Al Jazeera  

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres calls for de-escalation, warns tens of thousands in Syria are at risk. “They will not be able to achieve their goals despite what they have done in past days, and we as Hezbollah will be by Syria’s side in thwarting the goals of this aggression as much as we can,” Qassem said on Thursday, adding …

Syrian civil war: Assad-backer Russia says ‘in close contact’ with ally Iran and also pro-rebel Turkey
Trending News
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Syrian civil war: Assad-backer Russia says ‘in close contact’ with ally Iran and also pro-rebel Turkey

Firstpost  

Russia, Iran and Turkey are in “close contact” over the conflict in Syria, Moscow said Wednesday, after a shock offensive has seen Islamist-led rebels capture the second-largest city of Aleppo Anti-government fighters pose for a selfie on a Syrian regime military aircraft at the Kweyris military airfield in the eastern part of Aleppo province on Tuesday. AFP Russia, Iran and …

5 reasons why Turkey chose to open Syria front against Assad's forces now
3 weeks ago

5 reasons why Turkey chose to open Syria front against Assad's forces now

Firstpost  

As Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s allies are distracted in their own conflicts, Turkey has found an opportunity to reassert itself as the most important player in the Syrian conflict In a lightening offensive last week, Syrian opposition forces captured much of Aleppo, which was once the largest city in the country. Backed by Russia, Iran, and Iran-backed armed groups in …

What is Russia’s role in Syrian civil war? Why is Turkey backing rebels?
Trending News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

What is Russia’s role in Syrian civil war? Why is Turkey backing rebels?

Firstpost  

Russia has conducted major air strikes on rebels in Syria after insurgents led by the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group swept into Aleppo in what is the biggest challenge to its ally President Bashar al-Assad in years. The Syrian military command said militants had attacked in large numbers and from multiple directions, prompting “our armed forces to carry out a …

What’s happening in Syria?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

What’s happening in Syria?

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 13-year civil war in …

Turkey calls for reconciliation between Syrian government and the opposition to end conflict
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Turkey calls for reconciliation between Syrian government and the opposition to end conflict

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — The recent rapid advance by opposition fighters in Syria shows that Syrian President Bashar Assad must reconcile with his own people and hold talks with the opposition, the Turkish foreign minister said Monday. At a joint news conference in Ankara with his Iranian counterpart, Hakan Fidan said Turkey and Iran, which support opposing sides in Syria’s civil …

China backs Assad forces against Turkey-backed rebels in Syrian civil war to restore ‘stability’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

China backs Assad forces against Turkey-backed rebels in Syrian civil war to restore ‘stability’

Firstpost  

Amid pushback from opposition forces that have captured much of Aleppo, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has found support from allies Russia, Iran, and China China has come to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s support at a time his regime is facing a pushback from opposition forces. In the first offensive in nearly four years, Syrian opposition forces made rapid gains last …

Amid Syrian rebels' offensive, Iranian foreign minister arrives in Turkey for talks
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Amid Syrian rebels' offensive, Iranian foreign minister arrives in Turkey for talks

Firstpost  

Before arriving in Turkey, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Damascus to hold talks with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to reassert Iran’s support to the regime against opposition forces After Syrian opposition forces captured much of Aleppo in a swift offensive, Iran has scrambled to reassure President Bashar al-Assad and engage with regional players. After visiting Damascus to meet Assad …

How Al Qaeda-linked group’s fresh surge in Syria will embolden global jihad
3 weeks, 1 day ago

How Al Qaeda-linked group’s fresh surge in Syria will embolden global jihad

Firstpost  

Bashar al-Assad is a dictator who did not even shy away from using chemical weapons on his people; however, the choice is between a Syria led by Assad or one ruled by Al Qaeda-linked Islamists No sooner than Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a highly fragile ceasefire, large-scale violence erupted in Syria with the onslaught of the Islamist group Hayat …

Syria seeks help from Tehran & Moscow, conducts airstrikes with Russia while Assad meets Iran's FM
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Syria seeks help from Tehran & Moscow, conducts airstrikes with Russia while Assad meets Iran's FM

Firstpost  

Syrian President Bashar al-Assa meets Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, shortly after the country’s forces conducted joint airstrikes with Russia in Aleppo and Idlib. As rebel group makes significant advances, Assad scrambles for help from allies Syrian and Russian forces joined hands to conduct airstrikes in the cities of Aleppo and Idlib as rebel groups made sudden advances in the …

Syria's Assad meets Iranian FM, vows to intensify attacks against 'terrorism'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Syria's Assad meets Iranian FM, vows to intensify attacks against 'terrorism'

China Daily  

Syria's President Bashar al-Assad meets with Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in Damascus, Syria, Dec 1, 2024. DAMASCUS - Syrian President Bashar al-Assad pledged to continue combating terrorist organizations "with full strength and determination" during a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, state media reported on Sunday. Araghchi conveyed a message of support from Iranian leadership, reaffirming Iran's commitment …

Assad strikes back: Syrian rebel leader 'is killed in Russian airstrike' after his forces seized Aleppo and marched on Damascus threatening dictator's regime - forcing ISRAEL to plan to go in if situa
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Assad strikes back: Syrian rebel leader 'is killed in Russian airstrike' after his forces seized Aleppo and marched on Damascus threatening dictator's regime - forcing ISRAEL to plan to go in if situa

Daily Mail  

A Syrian rebel leader may have been killed in a Russian airstrike on a terrorist hideout after his forces seized Aleppo in a shock offensive, local media has reported. Abu Mohammad al-Julani, the current commander-in-chief of the Hay'at Tahrir al-Shamgroup, may have been killed in an airstrike The death of Al-Julani is yet to be confirmed but the strike has …

MARK ALMOND: Whether al-Assad fights or flees from Syria... this is bad news for us all
3 weeks, 2 days ago

MARK ALMOND: Whether al-Assad fights or flees from Syria... this is bad news for us all

Daily Mail  

As rumours fly of a coup in Damascus, fuelled by the reticence of President Bashar al-Assad to appear on TV, many are speculating about the fall of the ‘butcher’ of Syria. President Assad’s strange silence since he flew to Moscow to visit his staunch ally, Vladimir Putin, has many of his enemies excited that he might have sought sanctuary there …

What to know about sudden rebel gains in Syria’s 13-year war and why it matters
3 weeks, 3 days ago

What to know about sudden rebel gains in Syria’s 13-year war and why it matters

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The 13-year civil war in Syria has roared back into prominence with a surprise rebel offensive on Aleppo, one of Syria’s largest cities and an ancient business hub. It was the first opposition attack on Aleppo since 2016, when a brutal air campaign by Russian warplanes helped Syrian President Bashar Assad retake the northwestern city. Coming after years …

Turkey’s Erdogan says he remains hopeful about reconciliation with Syria
1 month, 1 week ago

Turkey’s Erdogan says he remains hopeful about reconciliation with Syria

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said he remains hopeful that a reconciliation with Syrian President Bashar Assad can be achieved to end more than a decade of tensions between their two neighboring countries, state-run media reported on Wednesday. Speaking to journalists on his return from trips to Saudi Arabia and Azerbaijan, Erdogan said he believes a …

Turkey's Erdogan calls for Islamic alliance against Israel's 'threat of expansionism'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey's Erdogan calls for Islamic alliance against Israel's 'threat of expansionism'

Firstpost  

Turkey President Tayyip Erdogan said recent steps that Turkey has taken to improve ties with Egypt and Syria are aimed at ”forming a line of solidarity against the growing threat of expansionism,” which he said also threatened Lebanon and Syria. Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that Islamic countries should form an alliance against what he called ”the growing …

Grinning Syrian monster Bashar Assad meets Putin to discuss war
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Grinning Syrian monster Bashar Assad meets Putin to discuss war

Daily Mail  

Grinning Syrian monster Bashar Assad has met fellow tyrant Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin to discuss the war in the Middle East. Russia has waged a military campaign in Syria since September 2015, teaming up with Iran to allow Assad's government to fight armed opposition groups and reclaim control over most of the country. The Kremlin did not provide details …

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