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#international-relations

Israel Is Invading Syria and Destroying Its Defenses Amid National Upheaval

Israel is exploiting Syria's power vacuum after Assad's regime weakened, launching nearly 500 strikes to dismantle its military capabilities.

Israeli airstrikes in Syria 'most violent' since 2012, monitor says

Israel has intensified airstrikes in Syria following Assad's fall, targeting military installations post-rebel advancements.

The Folly of Ignoring Syria This Long

Ignoring frozen conflicts can lead to sudden escalations and increased global involvement, highlighting the need for proactive diplomatic engagement.

Israel Is Invading Syria and Destroying Its Defenses Amid National Upheaval

Israel is exploiting Syria's power vacuum after Assad's regime weakened, launching nearly 500 strikes to dismantle its military capabilities.

Israeli airstrikes in Syria 'most violent' since 2012, monitor says

Israel has intensified airstrikes in Syria following Assad's fall, targeting military installations post-rebel advancements.

The Folly of Ignoring Syria This Long

Ignoring frozen conflicts can lead to sudden escalations and increased global involvement, highlighting the need for proactive diplomatic engagement.
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#kurdish-forces

With Syria in Flux, Turkish Forces Attack U.S.-Backed Forces

Tensions between the U.S. and Turkey escalate as the Turkish military attacks U.S.-backed Kurdish forces in northern Syria.

Fear of factional fighting drives 100,000 Syrians to northern Kurdish areas

Escalating clashes and a humanitarian crisis arise as over 100,000 flee into Kurdish-controlled areas of northern Syria amid factional fighting.

Syria's Kurds fearful of the future after Islamist rebels seized power

The Kurdish region faces uncertainty following Assad's fall, as new Sunni Arab factions threaten their autonomy and stability in Syria.

Who are the main actors in the fall of the regime in Syria?

HTS has transitioned to a more pragmatic ideology but retains concerns about its extremist origins.
SNA is attacking Kurdish groups to prevent their territorial consolidation along Turkey's border.
The SDF is a key U.S.-backed military force fighting against ISIS in northern Syria.

With Syria in Flux, Turkish Forces Attack U.S.-Backed Forces

Tensions between the U.S. and Turkey escalate as the Turkish military attacks U.S.-backed Kurdish forces in northern Syria.

Fear of factional fighting drives 100,000 Syrians to northern Kurdish areas

Escalating clashes and a humanitarian crisis arise as over 100,000 flee into Kurdish-controlled areas of northern Syria amid factional fighting.

Syria's Kurds fearful of the future after Islamist rebels seized power

The Kurdish region faces uncertainty following Assad's fall, as new Sunni Arab factions threaten their autonomy and stability in Syria.

Who are the main actors in the fall of the regime in Syria?

HTS has transitioned to a more pragmatic ideology but retains concerns about its extremist origins.
SNA is attacking Kurdish groups to prevent their territorial consolidation along Turkey's border.
The SDF is a key U.S.-backed military force fighting against ISIS in northern Syria.
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#us-foreign-policy

US Secretary of State Blinken acknowledges contact with Syria's HTS rebels

The Biden administration has confirmed talks with HTS, a designated terrorist organization, marking a significant diplomatic shift concerning US foreign policy in Syria.

Trump Says U.S. Shouldn't Intervene in Syria as Opposition Forces Gain Ground

Trump opposes U.S. military involvement in Syria, asserting it's not America's fight.

US Secretary of State Blinken acknowledges contact with Syria's HTS rebels

The Biden administration has confirmed talks with HTS, a designated terrorist organization, marking a significant diplomatic shift concerning US foreign policy in Syria.

Trump Says U.S. Shouldn't Intervene in Syria as Opposition Forces Gain Ground

Trump opposes U.S. military involvement in Syria, asserting it's not America's fight.
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#military-operations

Israel strikes hundreds of military targets in Syria

Israel intensifies airstrikes in Syria, targeting military capabilities amid the collapse of Assad's regime, aiming to secure a defense zone.

Israeli strikes in Syria kill 14 and wound scores, state media says

Israeli air strikes in Syria have resulted in 14 deaths and numerous injuries, targeting sites linked to Iranian militias.

Israel strikes hundreds of military targets in Syria

Israel intensifies airstrikes in Syria, targeting military capabilities amid the collapse of Assad's regime, aiming to secure a defense zone.

Israeli strikes in Syria kill 14 and wound scores, state media says

Israeli air strikes in Syria have resulted in 14 deaths and numerous injuries, targeting sites linked to Iranian militias.
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#chemical-weapons

Wednesday Briefing: A Wave of Post-Assad Attacks

Israel claims to have destroyed Syria's navy in airstrikes as part of ongoing military operations targeting chemical weapons.

U.S. working to destroy Syria's remaining chemical weapons, official says

The U.S. is committed to supporting countries neighboring Syria against potential threats and holding the Assad regime accountable for its actions.

Wednesday Briefing: A Wave of Post-Assad Attacks

Israel claims to have destroyed Syria's navy in airstrikes as part of ongoing military operations targeting chemical weapons.

U.S. working to destroy Syria's remaining chemical weapons, official says

The U.S. is committed to supporting countries neighboring Syria against potential threats and holding the Assad regime accountable for its actions.
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Austin Tice, journalist missing in Syria, is alive, mother says, citing 'vetted' source

Debra Tice believes her son Austin is alive and well, based on credible information from a significant, vetted source.

The US military struck 75 ISIS targets in Syria as Assad's government fell

The US military conducted airstrikes against ISIS in Syria following the fall of Assad's government.

Amnesty's 'genocide' game, the Obama CIA's futile Syria scheme and other commentary

Amnesty International's report on Israel's actions was disavowed, illustrating a contradiction in accusations of genocide according to international law.
Abu Mohammed al-Jolani has succeeded in Syria in ways that the CIA's efforts with moderate rebels from 2013 to 2017 could not.
#bashar-al-assad

Syria tracker: Maps and charts

The Syrian conflict has intensified with recent opposition gains in Idlib and Aleppo, resulting in increased civilian casualties and shifts in factional control.

The fall of the cruel Syrian regime shows 'Russia and its allies can be defeated' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The ousting of Bashar al-Assad demonstrates that even the most oppressive regimes can be overcome, signaling a potential defeat for Russia and its allies.

What's next for Syria's President Bashar al-Assad and his allies?

The rebel offensive in Syria is advancing rapidly after capturing Aleppo, challenging President Assad's regime.

Syria tracker: Maps and charts

The Syrian conflict has intensified with recent opposition gains in Idlib and Aleppo, resulting in increased civilian casualties and shifts in factional control.

The fall of the cruel Syrian regime shows 'Russia and its allies can be defeated' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The ousting of Bashar al-Assad demonstrates that even the most oppressive regimes can be overcome, signaling a potential defeat for Russia and its allies.

What's next for Syria's President Bashar al-Assad and his allies?

The rebel offensive in Syria is advancing rapidly after capturing Aleppo, challenging President Assad's regime.
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#humanitarian-crisis

Dozens killed and thousands displaced as hostilities escalate in Syria

Escalating conflict in Syria has led to significant civilian casualties and displacements, highlighting the humanitarian crisis.
Critical infrastructure is severely damaged due to military attacks, worsening conditions for residents.

UN raises alarm over Syria as opposition groups press Hama offensive

The Syrian government faces intensified battles with opposition forces in Hama, prompting UN concerns over increased violence and humanitarian crises.

Dozens killed and thousands displaced as hostilities escalate in Syria

Escalating conflict in Syria has led to significant civilian casualties and displacements, highlighting the humanitarian crisis.
Critical infrastructure is severely damaged due to military attacks, worsening conditions for residents.

UN raises alarm over Syria as opposition groups press Hama offensive

The Syrian government faces intensified battles with opposition forces in Hama, prompting UN concerns over increased violence and humanitarian crises.
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Amid Syria's Rebel Offensive, a Geopolitical Cauldron Simmers

The situation in Syria highlights the complex geopolitical rivalries and the rapid spread of violence in the region.
#russian-airstrikes

Syrian rebels push towards Hama as government forces launch counterattacks

Russian and Syrian forces are intensifying attacks in Idlib amidst a surprise rebel offensive, marking a critical shift in the Syrian conflict.

Syrian insurgents cut off key road as 200 die in escalating violence

The Syrian conflict has intensified with HTS cutting off key routes between major cities, leading to significant casualties and civilian suffering.

Syrian rebels push towards Hama as government forces launch counterattacks

Russian and Syrian forces are intensifying attacks in Idlib amidst a surprise rebel offensive, marking a critical shift in the Syrian conflict.

Syrian insurgents cut off key road as 200 die in escalating violence

The Syrian conflict has intensified with HTS cutting off key routes between major cities, leading to significant casualties and civilian suffering.
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Why EU plans for 'special envoy' to Syria sparked outrage DW 11/27/2024

The EU's attempts to increase involvement in Syria face significant backlash due to the reality of conditions for civilians and political tensions.

Israeli strikes in Syria kill at least 25, war monitor says

The Israeli airstrike in Syria marked a significant escalation in military tensions, targeting Iranian-linked facilities and causing substantial casualties.

Man charged with Syria-linked terrorism offences after travelling to London from Turkey

Man charged with terrorism offences linked to travel to Syria.

Russia's Battle With Extremists Has Simmered for Years

Russian forces intensifying attacks against Islamic State in Syria
Islamic State threat to Russia realized with attack in Moscow

Five SAS soldiers arrested in Syria war crimes investigation

Five British special forces members investigated for war crimes in Syria.
Allegations of excessive force in the shooting of a suspected militant.
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