Analysis 'The problem and the solution': Netanyahu-Sharaa call exposes Israel's Syria dilemma The Israeli leader revealed that he spoke with the Syrian president last year, but stalled talks and Israel's fortification of a security zone on Syrian land underscore his mistrust of Sharaa. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Syria to rejoin Arab group at IMF, leaving Russian-led constituency Syria will rejoin the Arab constituency at the International Monetary Fund beginning Nov. 1 and has applied for membership in the EBRD. Syria
Explainer Syria arrests Mihrac Ural, ex-Assad militia head also wanted by Turkey The Turkey-born militia chief and a longtime ally of the Assad-regime, was sought by Ankara over the deadly Reyhanli bombings and by Damascus over his alleged role in massacres on the Mediterranean coast. Turkey
In first, Israel’s Netanyahu says he held call with Syria’s Ahmed al-Sharaa It is the first publicly disclosed contact between the leaders of Israel and Syria, which lack formal relations and have fought several wars. Sharaa’s government began US-mediated talks with Israel in 2025. Syria
Analysis Why Syria sending troops to Yemen would be a risky bet for Sharaa By Amberin Zaman Reporting on geopolitics, minorities, human rights, culture
US strikes Iran-affiliated targets in Syria, Iraq in response to Jordan attack US launches unprecedented volley in conflict with Iran-backed groups, hitting more than 85 IRGC and militia targets in Iraq and Syria. By Jared Szuba In Washington, DC, reporting on defense, national security, military
Gulf thaw with Syria gains steam: UAE sends envoy, Saudi diplomats plan visit The reports about the Saudi visit come after the UAE’s first ambassador to Syria in more than a decade took up his post. Syria
Israel carries out strikes in Syria targeting south Damascus: government A number of Iranian IRGC members have been killed in strikes in Syria attributed to Israel in recent weeks. Syria
Iraq slams latest US airstrikes on Kataib Hezbollah sites Latest strikes put new pressure on Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani over the US troop presence in Iraq. Iraq
Pentagon floats plan for its Syrian Kurd allies to partner with Assad against ISIS The proposal, which the head of the Syrian Democratic Forces denounced as a "rotten plan," comes as part of a renewed review of Syria policy by the US State Department. Syria
Turkey treads cautious line amid Iran-Pakistan flareup Turkey’s highly cautious tone over attacks by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps on Iraq and Pakistan reflects Ankara’s approach of not wanting to involve outside players in its disagreements with Tehran. Turkey
Turkey's operation in Syria could happen in 'upcoming months': Erdogan The Turkish president’s comments come after the top Turkish diplomat leveled rare public criticism at Russia. Turkey
Syria extends humanitarian aid deliveries via Turkey to rebel-held zone The crossing is the sole artery for UN supplies for the rebel-held northwest of the country. Syria
As Captagon war heats up, Jordan escalates airstrikes in Syria Jordan has clashed with and struck alleged drug smugglers several times in recent weeks as the Captagon trade continues to thrive the region. Syria
Syrian Kurdish village breeds ancient Saluki dogs amid ravages of war Wealthy Arabs from the Gulf — sheikhs, emirs and princes included — are some of the top customers of Syria's Saluki breeders. Syria
Israel launches strikes in Syria, Lebanon, targets 'Hezbollah infrastructure' The airstrikes near Damascus follow the Christmas Day death of a top Iranian commander in Syria in a strike widely attributed to Israel. Syria
Suspected Islamic State attack leaves nine dead in Syrian desert Syrian soldiers and pro-government fighters in eastern Syria came under a surprise attack attributed to the Islamic State, which remains active in the area despite losing territory. Syria
