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Israeli Minister Israel Katz visited troops in southern Syria. Damascus called the visit illegal and called for an end to violations of its sovereignty.
Washington officially removed Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The decision is expected to pave the way for investment and economic recovery.
Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and former political security chief Atef Najib have been sentenced to death. They were found guilty of killings and torture during the civil war.
The United States reached a secret agreement with Syria and Israel to remove nuclear materials from the "Area 99" facility. The IAEA is to remove the materials by the end of 2026.
Pashinyan's party won 50% of the vote in the elections and retained power. The vote confirmed the course toward a further weakening of Russia's political influence in the country.
The vessel Sparta arrived in Tartus under escort to unload military goods. This is Russia's first delivery to Syria since the change of power in the country.
In 2024, Russian oil supplies to Syria increased by 75%, replacing Iranian exports. Damascus is seeking new partners due to the risk of Western sanctions.
Law enforcement officers have exposed a supply channel for "award" weapons for odious Russian politicians and propagandists. The illegal goods were imported from Slovakia and the occupied territories of Ukraine.
Analysts claim that Putin can only offer verbal support to Iran after Ali Khamenei's death. Russia will not provide military assistance to Tehran, as the partnership agreement does not provide for mutual defense.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the war in Iran demonstrates Russia's weakness as an ally and is a signal to Putin about the consequences of dictatorship. According to Zelenskyy, Russia's main forces are concentrated on the war against Ukraine.
Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia did not support Iran during the crisis, despite the strategic partnership agreement. He noted that Putin is more concerned about rising oil prices than his partners in Tehran.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia is an unreliable ally and its influence in the world is declining due to the war against Ukraine. He noted that Putin "lost three of his closest friends" in a year.
The Syrian government has begun deploying security forces in the northeastern regions previously controlled by Kurds. This is part of an agreement to integrate the "Syrian Democratic Forces" into state institutions, brokered by the United States.
The Syrian government has given Kurdish forces four days to integrate their enclave, and the US has urged them to agree. This is the biggest change in territorial control since 2024, causing concern.
Syrian government forces strengthened their control over the northern and eastern regions after the withdrawal of Kurdish units. This marked the biggest change in the control map since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime in 2024.
US Central Command eliminated Bilal Hassan al-Jasim, an ISIS leader responsible for the December 13 attack in Palmyra that killed two American servicemen and a translator. This airstrike is part of the US campaign against terrorists in the region.
Rescuers began work in Aleppo after five days of fighting between government forces and the SDF. 23 people died, and 140,000 residents left their homes.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is considering fleeing to Moscow with his entourage if protests in Iran intensify. This plan follows the example of Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad.
Syria has begun issuing new banknotes, with two zeros removed from the denomination and portraits of the Assads replaced by national symbols. The process of exchanging old currency will last 90 days through special centers and private banks.
The American president hopes to move to the second phase of the peace plan for the Gaza Strip "very quickly. "
Syria marked the first anniversary of the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime with official events, where President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced a "clear vision for a new Syria. " The transitional period under his leadership will last four years to create institutions, laws, and a new constitution.
At the Doha Forum, Syria's interim president accused Israel of fighting 'ghosts' in the Gaza Strip and seeking a conflict that has already ended.
Former Syrian intelligence chief Kamal Hassan and billionaire Rami Makhlouf, who are in exile in Moscow, are spending millions of dollars to create rival combat forces. They are competing for control over a network of 14 underground command rooms and weapons caches.
A delegation of 15 UN Security Council members visited Syria for the first time since 1945, meeting with interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The visit took place on the eve of the anniversary of the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime and aimed to build trust.
On Tuesday, Syrian security forces used firearms to stop clashes between two groups of protesters in Latakia. The incident occurred amid inter-confessional tensions after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad, when Alawite demonstrators demanded autonomy, and supporters of the new government shouted insults.
Six ancient statues have been stolen from the National Museum of Damascus. The thief broke a display case and remained inside the building until evening.
Syria has joined the US-led international coalition to combat ISIS, becoming the 90th participating nation. The announcement followed a meeting between Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump at the White House.
The US Treasury Department temporarily eases sanctions against Syria for 180 days. This decision coincided with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's historic visit to the White House.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa is at the White House for a historic meeting with Donald Trump. This is the first visit of a Syrian head of state since the country gained independence in 1946.
Syria thwarted two ISIS attacks on interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa, adding a personal dimension to his plans to join the US coalition. This comes amid the lifting of UN sanctions against the Syrian leader and his visit to Washington.