Russia Urged to Withdraw from Syria Amidst HTS's Rise to Power
Syria's new transitional government, led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebel group following the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad, has urged Russia to reconsider its military presence, prompting speculation about a Russian withdrawal and raising concerns about the HTS's human rights record...
Russia Urged to Withdraw from Syria Amidst HTS's Rise to Power
Syria's new transitional government, led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebel group following the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad, has urged Russia to reconsider its military presence, prompting speculation about a Russian withdrawal and raising concerns about the HTS's human rights record...
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HTS Leader Seeks Peace with Israel After Major Israeli Strike on Syria
The leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), Abu Muhammad al-Julani, announced in a recent interview with The Times that he wants no conflict with Israel, seeks to prevent Syria from being used to attack Israel, and desires for an end to hostilities with the return of Israel to previous positions. This...
HTS Leader Seeks Peace with Israel After Major Israeli Strike on Syria
The leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), Abu Muhammad al-Julani, announced in a recent interview with The Times that he wants no conflict with Israel, seeks to prevent Syria from being used to attack Israel, and desires for an end to hostilities with the return of Israel to previous positions. This...
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EU Conditions Relations with Syria on Closure of Russian Military Bases
The EU, led by foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, demanded the closure of Russian military bases in Syria as a condition for relations with its new leadership, while also considering opening communication channels with the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), currently in control of Damascus.
EU Conditions Relations with Syria on Closure of Russian Military Bases
The EU, led by foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, demanded the closure of Russian military bases in Syria as a condition for relations with its new leadership, while also considering opening communication channels with the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), currently in control of Damascus.
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40% Bias Score
EU and Germany Explore Renewed Engagement with Syria
German and EU diplomats recently visited Damascus, holding constructive talks with Syrian officials, including representatives from the HTS. Discussions included potential sanctions relief, increased financial aid, and the re-opening of embassies, contingent on progress in Syria.
EU and Germany Explore Renewed Engagement with Syria
German and EU diplomats recently visited Damascus, holding constructive talks with Syrian officials, including representatives from the HTS. Discussions included potential sanctions relief, increased financial aid, and the re-opening of embassies, contingent on progress in Syria.
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European Nations Engage with Syria's HTS-Led Interim Government
German and French diplomats are talking to Syria's interim government, led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, following the removal of President Assad. This follows concerns about HTS's links to al-Qaeda, although HTS has expressed its commitment to protecting religious minorities in Syria. Fr...
European Nations Engage with Syria's HTS-Led Interim Government
German and French diplomats are talking to Syria's interim government, led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, following the removal of President Assad. This follows concerns about HTS's links to al-Qaeda, although HTS has expressed its commitment to protecting religious minorities in Syria. Fr...
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Damascus Schools Reopen After Assad's Fall: Celebrations and Challenges
Following Bashar al-Assad's December 8th ouster, Damascus schools and universities partially reopened on December 10th, with students celebrating but facing fuel shortages and power outages, showcasing a mixed return to normalcy.
Damascus Schools Reopen After Assad's Fall: Celebrations and Challenges
Following Bashar al-Assad's December 8th ouster, Damascus schools and universities partially reopened on December 10th, with students celebrating but facing fuel shortages and power outages, showcasing a mixed return to normalcy.
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European Diplomats Engage with Syrian Rebel Group, EU Considers Easing Sanctions
German and French diplomats are in Syria, engaging with the HTS-led interim government, prompting discussions about Syria's transition and minority protection, with the EU considering easing sanctions depending on HTS's actions; France also reopened its embassy after twelve years.
European Diplomats Engage with Syrian Rebel Group, EU Considers Easing Sanctions
German and French diplomats are in Syria, engaging with the HTS-led interim government, prompting discussions about Syria's transition and minority protection, with the EU considering easing sanctions depending on HTS's actions; France also reopened its embassy after twelve years.
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Syrian Rebel Leader Seeks Sanctions Relief, Pledges Unity
Ten days after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government, the leader of the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), Ahmed al-Sharaa, met with British and UN officials, urging for sanctions to be lifted while pledging to disarm HTS fighters and establish a social contract among diverse groups, ...
Syrian Rebel Leader Seeks Sanctions Relief, Pledges Unity
Ten days after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government, the leader of the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), Ahmed al-Sharaa, met with British and UN officials, urging for sanctions to be lifted while pledging to disarm HTS fighters and establish a social contract among diverse groups, ...
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Russia's Syria Policy Hinges on HTS Actions and Syrian Engagement
Russia's Consul General in Istanbul, Andrey Buravov, stated that Hayat Tahrir al-Sham's removal from Russia's terrorist list depends on practical changes in their actions and rhetoric. He also noted that solely attributing Syria's political changes to internal factors is inadequate, emphasizing the ...
Russia's Syria Policy Hinges on HTS Actions and Syrian Engagement
Russia's Consul General in Istanbul, Andrey Buravov, stated that Hayat Tahrir al-Sham's removal from Russia's terrorist list depends on practical changes in their actions and rhetoric. He also noted that solely attributing Syria's political changes to internal factors is inadequate, emphasizing the ...
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HTS Plans Syrian Army Integration Amidst Ongoing Conflicts and EU Aid
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Ahmed al-Sharaa announced plans to integrate armed groups into a Syrian national army following the December 8th ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, while the EU pledged €1 billion for Syrian refugees in Turkey, and conflicts continue.
HTS Plans Syrian Army Integration Amidst Ongoing Conflicts and EU Aid
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Ahmed al-Sharaa announced plans to integrate armed groups into a Syrian national army following the December 8th ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, while the EU pledged €1 billion for Syrian refugees in Turkey, and conflicts continue.
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40% Bias Score
Al-Assad Flees Syria as New Islamist Government Engages West
After a swift opposition offensive, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia, while the new Islamist leader, Abu Mohamed al Julani, is engaging with Western powers, prompting a reassessment of regional stability and the fight against terrorism.
Al-Assad Flees Syria as New Islamist Government Engages West
After a swift opposition offensive, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia, while the new Islamist leader, Abu Mohamed al Julani, is engaging with Western powers, prompting a reassessment of regional stability and the fight against terrorism.
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40% Bias Score
EU to Engage Directly with Syria's HTS Interim Government
The EU's foreign policy chief instructed a high-level diplomat to contact Syria's interim government, led by the UN-designated terrorist group HTS, marking a significant shift in EU policy towards Syria. This move comes despite HTS's past ties to Al-Qaeda and ongoing human rights concerns.
EU to Engage Directly with Syria's HTS Interim Government
The EU's foreign policy chief instructed a high-level diplomat to contact Syria's interim government, led by the UN-designated terrorist group HTS, marking a significant shift in EU policy towards Syria. This move comes despite HTS's past ties to Al-Qaeda and ongoing human rights concerns.
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40% Bias Score