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U.S. cancels award for new Syrian leader after meeting in Damascus
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Assad makes his first statement after fleeing Syria: Media release details
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• 35476 viewsU.S. cancels award for new Syrian leader after meeting in Damascus
The United States canceled the reward for the arrest of HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa after the first official meeting in Damascus. Syria's new leader promised to fight terrorism and promote regional peace.
For the first time in 10 years, the United States sent diplomats to Syria after the overthrow of Assad
The American delegation arrived in Damascus to meet with various Syrian groups after the fall of the Assad regime. Diplomats plan to discuss the principles of the transition period and the fate of missing Americans.
The US warns of the threat of ISIS' return after the fall of the Assad regime
The US National Security Advisor warns of a possible revival of ISIS due to the power vacuum in Syria after Assad's flight. Terrorists have become more active and may take advantage of instability in the region.
Satellites detect massive movement of Russian equipment from bases in Syria
Satellite images show increased activity at the Russian bases of Khmeimim and Tartus in Syria. A massive movement of military equipment and transport aircraft has been recorded, which may indicate a reduction in the Russian contingent.
European P5+1 raises alarm over record uranium reserves in Iran
Britain, France, and Germany accused Iran of building up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to unprecedented levels. The IAEA confirms that Iran is the only country that possesses uranium with a purity of 60%.
France returns flag to embassy in Damascus
France restored its flag at the embassy in Damascus after a 12-year break. European countries begin to establish diplomatic contacts with the new Syrian government.
Syria's transitional government calls on Russia to reconsider its military presence and interests in the country
Syria's transitional government secretary, Obaida Arnaout, called on Russia to reconsider its military presence in the country after the overthrow of the Assad regime. The new government is negotiating with other countries and seeking to establish international relations.
Turkey masses troops to the border with Syria: US warns of possible large-scale invasion
U. S. officials report a buildup of Turkish troops and artillery along the border with Syria near the city of Kobani. The situation is reminiscent of the events of 2019 before the previous Turkish invasion.
Reuters: human rights activist says at least 100,000 bodies in Syria mass grave
A mass grave with the bodies of at least 100,000 people killed during the rule of Bashar al-Assad has been found in Syria. According to human rights activist Muaz Mustafa, this is one of five mass graves discovered near Damascus.
Painful topic: NYT explains why Putin is silent about Assad and Russia's loss of influence in Syria
The NYT explains Putin's silence on Russia's military presence in Syria and the possible fall of the Assad regime. Russia is fully focused on the war in Ukraine, believing it is winning on the battlefield.
Assad makes his first statement after fleeing Syria: Media release details
Bashar al-Assad said that he remained in Damascus until the evening of December 8 and had no plans to flee the country. Reuters and Bloomberg claim that the escape was organized by Russian intelligence without warning his family.
Syria secretly transported two tons of cash worth a quarter of a billion dollars to Moscow - FT
In 2018-2019, the Assad regime made 21 flights with cash to Moscow's Vnukovo airport. The funds were intended for deposits in sanctioned Russian banks and payment for services of the Russian Federation.
Trump and Netanyahu discuss the fate of hostages in Gaza and the situation in Syria
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has a phone conversation with Donald Trump about the release of hostages in Gaza and the events in Syria. Trump threatens “hell” in the Middle East if the hostages are not released before his inauguration.
French diplomatic mission to go to Syria for the first time in 12 years
Four French diplomats will travel to Syria on December 17 to establish their first contacts with the new government. The mission aims to restore French influence and assess the humanitarian needs of the population.
For the first time since Assad's overthrow, Christians in Syria attend worship
Syrian Christians held their first Sunday services after the overthrow of the Assad regime. The new Islamist government has promised to protect the rights of religious minorities, although Christians remain concerned.
Israel must immediately double the population in the occupied Golan Heights due to threats from Syria
Israel is investing 40 million shekels to increase the population in the occupied Golan Heights due to threats from Syria. The plan was announced after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad and the coming to power of a new leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa.
Britain is in 'diplomatic contact' with rebels in Syria - Foreign Secretary
British Foreign Secretary confirms diplomatic contacts with the HTS rebel group in Syria. Britain will allocate 50 million pounds of aid to Syrians and seeks to protect chemical weapons stockpiles.
Ukraine is preparing humanitarian aid to Syria: what Zelensky said
The President of Ukraine discussed with government officials the program “Grain from Ukraine” on food aid to Syria. It is planned to provide wheat, flour and oil to ensure food security in the region.
Bashar al-Assad is hiding in Russia with a family fortune of tens of billions of dollars - media
Former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad secretly fled to Moscow after the rebels overthrew the regime. He took out about $135 billion and left a collection of luxury cars in Damascus.
Slovak President Fears Consequences of the End of the War in Ukraine
Peter Pellegrini expressed concern about the possible entry of weapons and various groups of people into Slovakia after the war ends. The President is also considering a visit to Kyiv.
EU plans to convince new Syrian government to close Russian bases - media
EU representatives are planning to contact Hayat Tahrir al-Sham to discuss the closure of Russian military bases in Syria. The United States is already engaged in a dialog with the new government after the overthrow of the Assad regime.
Russian troops in Syria suffer from lack of water and food - intelligence
The Russian military in Syria is facing a critical shortage of water and food at the Tartus and Khmeimim bases. Moscow plans to keep up to 3,000 troops at these bases while the withdrawal from remote areas continues.
russia reduces military presence in Syria, but maintains key bases after overthrow of Assad
Enemy troops have begun to withdraw from advanced positions in northern Syria and the Alawite Mountains. moscow plans to maintain control over the Hmeymim air base and the naval facility in Tartus.
Ex-Damascus prison chief to stand trial in US court for torture
The former head of Damascus Central Prison is accused in the United States of torturing prisoners in 2005-2008. Samir Usman Alsheikh, 72, arrived in the United States in 2020 and was arrested in Los Angeles.
Syrian rebels seize drug warehouse allegedly run by Bashar al-Assad's brother
HTS rebels seized military bases and Captagon distribution centers, allegedly run by Bashar al-Assad's brother. Huge quantities of narcotic stimulants were found. They plan to destroy them.
G7 reaffirms support for Syria and calls for an inclusive political transition: what awaits the Assad regime
The G7 countries reaffirmed their support for the political process in Syria and called for the formation of a new inclusive government. The leaders emphasized the need to bring the Assad regime to justice and destroy chemical weapons.
Israel considers striking Iran's nuclear facilities - media
The Israel Defense Forces said it could strike Iran's nuclear facilities after weakening its allies in the region. The Israeli Air Force is increasing its readiness for potential strikes despite Iran's denial of developing nuclear weapons.
A broken portrait of Putin and a burned-out hall: BILD photo from Assad's defeated palace
BILD journalists visited Bashar al-Assad's abandoned palace in Damascus after he fled the country. The luxurious residence was looted, partially burned, and a portrait of Putin was thrown and trampled.
In Syria, rebels burn the grave of Bashar al-Assad's father
Syrian rebels burned the tomb of former President Hafez al-Assad in the city of Qardaha. Statues and posters of both Assad presidents were destroyed across the country during the celebration of the regime's overthrow.
Ukraine did not authorize Hungary to do anything: the OP sharply reacted to Orban's statements about the “Christmas truce”
Dmytro Lytvyn reacted to Orban's statements about a “Christmas truce” with Russia. According to him, Ukraine has been negotiating a large-scale prisoner exchange for two weeks.