Assad's Fall Shakes Iranian Power Axis
Bashar al-Assad's 50-year family rule in Syria ended on Sunday when he fled to Moscow for political asylum, dealing a severe blow to the Iranian-led power axis in the Middle East and prompting tensions with Turkey due to its support for Syrian rebels.
Assad's Fall Shakes Iranian Power Axis
Bashar al-Assad's 50-year family rule in Syria ended on Sunday when he fled to Moscow for political asylum, dealing a severe blow to the Iranian-led power axis in the Middle East and prompting tensions with Turkey due to its support for Syrian rebels.
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Turkey's MIT Head Prays at Damascus Mosque, Signaling Growing Influence in Syria
Turkey's MIT chief, Ibrahim Kalin, prayed at Damascus's Umayyad Mosque, symbolizing Turkey's growing influence in post-civil war Syria, where Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), previously labeled a terrorist group, played a significant role in the recent conflict resolution.
Turkey's MIT Head Prays at Damascus Mosque, Signaling Growing Influence in Syria
Turkey's MIT chief, Ibrahim Kalin, prayed at Damascus's Umayyad Mosque, symbolizing Turkey's growing influence in post-civil war Syria, where Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), previously labeled a terrorist group, played a significant role in the recent conflict resolution.
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Russia Appears to Withdraw Military Equipment from Syrian Airbase
Satellite images reveal Russia is withdrawing military equipment from its Khmeimim airbase in Syria following the reported overthrow of Assad's regime by Islamist rebel forces, potentially marking a significant shift in Moscow's Middle Eastern strategy amid its war in Ukraine.
Russia Appears to Withdraw Military Equipment from Syrian Airbase
Satellite images reveal Russia is withdrawing military equipment from its Khmeimim airbase in Syria following the reported overthrow of Assad's regime by Islamist rebel forces, potentially marking a significant shift in Moscow's Middle Eastern strategy amid its war in Ukraine.
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Greece Affirms No Sovereignty Concessions in Turkey Talks
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis addressed the Parliament, stating that Greece will not negotiate sovereignty issues with Turkey, emphasizing the continental shelf and EEZ delimitation as the sole major difference amenable to international jurisdiction. He also detailed past Turkish maxima...
Greece Affirms No Sovereignty Concessions in Turkey Talks
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis addressed the Parliament, stating that Greece will not negotiate sovereignty issues with Turkey, emphasizing the continental shelf and EEZ delimitation as the sole major difference amenable to international jurisdiction. He also detailed past Turkish maxima...
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Israel Captures Mount Hermon Peak in Syria
Following the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Israel launched attacks on nearly 500 Syrian military assets, destroying the Syrian navy and eliminating 90% of its surface-to-air missiles. Israel also captured Mount Hermon's peak, the highest point in Syria, for strategic advantage, though it claims this is ...
Israel Captures Mount Hermon Peak in Syria
Following the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Israel launched attacks on nearly 500 Syrian military assets, destroying the Syrian navy and eliminating 90% of its surface-to-air missiles. Israel also captured Mount Hermon's peak, the highest point in Syria, for strategic advantage, though it claims this is ...
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Russia Reportedly Withdraws Some Forces From Syrian Bases Amid Assad's Flight
Amid negotiations with Syrian rebels following the flight of Bashar al-Assad, Russia is reportedly withdrawing some forces from its Syrian bases—Jmeimim airbase and Tartus naval base—with satellite images showing dismantled equipment and multiple cargo planes leaving Syria for Russia, though the ove...
Russia Reportedly Withdraws Some Forces From Syrian Bases Amid Assad's Flight
Amid negotiations with Syrian rebels following the flight of Bashar al-Assad, Russia is reportedly withdrawing some forces from its Syrian bases—Jmeimim airbase and Tartus naval base—with satellite images showing dismantled equipment and multiple cargo planes leaving Syria for Russia, though the ove...
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China Unlikely to Attend Trump Inauguration
Despite an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to attend the upcoming US presidential inauguration in January; however, China's ambassador and other officials may attend, marking the first time a foreign leader has not attended such an event.
China Unlikely to Attend Trump Inauguration
Despite an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to attend the upcoming US presidential inauguration in January; however, China's ambassador and other officials may attend, marking the first time a foreign leader has not attended such an event.
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Uncertainty Remains Over Future of Russian Military Bases in Syria
Following Assad's regime fall, the future of Russian military bases in Tartus and Hmeymim is uncertain, though potential agreements suggest their retention due to Russia's strategic interests in the Mediterranean and Africa, bypassing Turkish waters and supporting its growing African influence.
Uncertainty Remains Over Future of Russian Military Bases in Syria
Following Assad's regime fall, the future of Russian military bases in Tartus and Hmeymim is uncertain, though potential agreements suggest their retention due to Russia's strategic interests in the Mediterranean and Africa, bypassing Turkish waters and supporting its growing African influence.
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Seven "Black Swan" Risks Facing the Russian Economy in 2025
A Russian expert identifies seven potential "black swan" events for the country's economy in 2025, including US tariffs on Chinese goods, a new pandemic, asset seizures by the West, a sharp interest rate hike, escalation of the Ukraine conflict, new EU sanctions, and instability in Belarus.
Seven "Black Swan" Risks Facing the Russian Economy in 2025
A Russian expert identifies seven potential "black swan" events for the country's economy in 2025, including US tariffs on Chinese goods, a new pandemic, asset seizures by the West, a sharp interest rate hike, escalation of the Ukraine conflict, new EU sanctions, and instability in Belarus.
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Uncertainty Remains Over Russian Military Bases in Syria After Assad Regime Falls
Following the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, the future of Russian military bases in Tartus and Hmeymim remains uncertain, although Russia seeks to maintain them for strategic access to the Mediterranean and Africa, potentially reaching an agreement with Syrian rebel groups despite earlier confl...
Uncertainty Remains Over Russian Military Bases in Syria After Assad Regime Falls
Following the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, the future of Russian military bases in Tartus and Hmeymim remains uncertain, although Russia seeks to maintain them for strategic access to the Mediterranean and Africa, potentially reaching an agreement with Syrian rebel groups despite earlier confl...
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Macron Unexpectedly Appoints Bayrou as French Prime Minister
Following a tense meeting and last-minute decision, French President Emmanuel Macron appointed François Bayrou as Prime Minister on December 13th, sparking debate and uncertainty amidst other significant events like the Ruggia trial and the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Macron Unexpectedly Appoints Bayrou as French Prime Minister
Following a tense meeting and last-minute decision, French President Emmanuel Macron appointed François Bayrou as Prime Minister on December 13th, sparking debate and uncertainty amidst other significant events like the Ruggia trial and the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
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Iran Seeks to Regain Influence in Syria Amidst Regional Instability
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi emphasized inclusive political solutions and free elections in Syria, aiming to regain influence amid a power vacuum and counter Israeli strikes; Qatar and Turkey are also actively re-engaging with Damascus.
Iran Seeks to Regain Influence in Syria Amidst Regional Instability
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi emphasized inclusive political solutions and free elections in Syria, aiming to regain influence amid a power vacuum and counter Israeli strikes; Qatar and Turkey are also actively re-engaging with Damascus.
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48% Bias Score