Syria Conference Addresses Post-Assad Transition
Syrian Foreign Minister Asad al Sibani will participate in a Paris conference on Thursday to address Syria's political transition and economic challenges following the December 8 fall of Bashar al-Assad; the conference, also attended by Arab nations, Turkey, and some EU countries, aims to create a s...
Syria Conference Addresses Post-Assad Transition
Syrian Foreign Minister Asad al Sibani will participate in a Paris conference on Thursday to address Syria's political transition and economic challenges following the December 8 fall of Bashar al-Assad; the conference, also attended by Arab nations, Turkey, and some EU countries, aims to create a s...
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IDF Leadership Overlap Creates Uncertainty in Gaza Conflict
The unusual overlap in power between outgoing IDF chief Herzi Halevi and incoming chief Eyal Zamir during critical negotiations with Hamas creates a potential for conflicting military advice, influencing Israel's response to the Gaza conflict and broader strategic decisions.
IDF Leadership Overlap Creates Uncertainty in Gaza Conflict
The unusual overlap in power between outgoing IDF chief Herzi Halevi and incoming chief Eyal Zamir during critical negotiations with Hamas creates a potential for conflicting military advice, influencing Israel's response to the Gaza conflict and broader strategic decisions.
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48% Bias Score
NATO Allegedly Plans Zelenskyy's Removal
The SVR alleges a NATO plan to remove Ukrainian President Zelenskyy via elections after discrediting him, aiming to freeze the conflict while maintaining Ukraine's anti-Russian stance; analyst Vasily Kashin believes Zelenskyy will lose the next elections but will not be physically harmed, and a new ...
NATO Allegedly Plans Zelenskyy's Removal
The SVR alleges a NATO plan to remove Ukrainian President Zelenskyy via elections after discrediting him, aiming to freeze the conflict while maintaining Ukraine's anti-Russian stance; analyst Vasily Kashin believes Zelenskyy will lose the next elections but will not be physically harmed, and a new ...
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Saudi Arabia Meets with Syria's Transitional Leader Amidst Security and Political Instability
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Syria's transitional leader Ahmad al-Sharaa on October 26th, 2023, following al-Sharaa's dissolution of the Syrian parliament, army, and Ba'ath party, creating significant security and political challenges, including the resurgence of ISIS and the need...
Saudi Arabia Meets with Syria's Transitional Leader Amidst Security and Political Instability
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Syria's transitional leader Ahmad al-Sharaa on October 26th, 2023, following al-Sharaa's dissolution of the Syrian parliament, army, and Ba'ath party, creating significant security and political challenges, including the resurgence of ISIS and the need...
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Turkey's Influence Shapes New Syrian Government Amidst Integration Concerns
Following a Turkish proposal, a Victory Conference in Damascus appointed General Hussam Louka as interim Syrian president, establishing a legislative council and dissolving the Ba'ath Party and its associated institutions; however, concerns remain about the integration of 80,000 fighters previously ...
Turkey's Influence Shapes New Syrian Government Amidst Integration Concerns
Following a Turkish proposal, a Victory Conference in Damascus appointed General Hussam Louka as interim Syrian president, establishing a legislative council and dissolving the Ba'ath Party and its associated institutions; however, concerns remain about the integration of 80,000 fighters previously ...
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Russia's First Visit to Post-Assad Syria Yields Return Request
A Russian delegation's first official visit to Syria's interim government resulted in a request for Bashar al-Assad's return from Moscow, alongside demands for reconstruction aid and compensation, according to a source familiar with the discussions.
Russia's First Visit to Post-Assad Syria Yields Return Request
A Russian delegation's first official visit to Syria's interim government resulted in a request for Bashar al-Assad's return from Moscow, alongside demands for reconstruction aid and compensation, according to a source familiar with the discussions.
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Syria Seeks to Repair Relations and Lift Sanctions After Assad Regime
Syria's new foreign minister, Asaad Shaaban, stated at the World Government Summit in Dubai on Wednesday that the country is working to repair relations with neighbors and lift international sanctions, claiming progress against corruption and improvements in the national currency.
Syria Seeks to Repair Relations and Lift Sanctions After Assad Regime
Syria's new foreign minister, Asaad Shaaban, stated at the World Government Summit in Dubai on Wednesday that the country is working to repair relations with neighbors and lift international sanctions, claiming progress against corruption and improvements in the national currency.
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40% Bias Score
Niger Junta to Determine Transition Length Amidst Increased NGO Control
Niger's military junta will hold "national meetings" from February 15-19 to determine the length of its transition, following the 2023 coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum; the junta also increased control over NGOs, potentially impacting aid delivery.
Niger Junta to Determine Transition Length Amidst Increased NGO Control
Niger's military junta will hold "national meetings" from February 15-19 to determine the length of its transition, following the 2023 coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum; the junta also increased control over NGOs, potentially impacting aid delivery.
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15 Dead in Manbij Car Bombing
A car bomb exploded in Manbij, Syria, on February 3, 2025, killing 15 civilians and injuring 15 others, according to the Syrian Civil Defense; this is the second such attack in two days, hindering Syria's efforts to achieve stability and economic recovery after the war.
15 Dead in Manbij Car Bombing
A car bomb exploded in Manbij, Syria, on February 3, 2025, killing 15 civilians and injuring 15 others, according to the Syrian Civil Defense; this is the second such attack in two days, hindering Syria's efforts to achieve stability and economic recovery after the war.
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Syria's Interim President Announces National Unity, New Constitution
Syria's interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, dissolved the Syrian army and other militias, unifying them under a national army, announced a National Dialogue Conference to draft a new constitution, and promised an inclusive government; this followed the lifting of some EU sanctions and international ...
Syria's Interim President Announces National Unity, New Constitution
Syria's interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, dissolved the Syrian army and other militias, unifying them under a national army, announced a National Dialogue Conference to draft a new constitution, and promised an inclusive government; this followed the lifting of some EU sanctions and international ...
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Syria's Interim President Announces Plans for Transitional Government
Ahmed al-Sharaa, Syria's interim president, announced plans for a transitional government, dissolving the Syrian army, Ba'ath party, and security forces to build new national institutions, aiming to achieve national reconciliation and restore Syria's international standing.
Syria's Interim President Announces Plans for Transitional Government
Ahmed al-Sharaa, Syria's interim president, announced plans for a transitional government, dissolving the Syrian army, Ba'ath party, and security forces to build new national institutions, aiming to achieve national reconciliation and restore Syria's international standing.
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56% Bias Score
EU to Gradually Ease Syria Sanctions, Conditional on Human Rights Improvements
The EU is expected to agree next week on gradually easing sanctions on Syria, conditional on the Syrian authorities' commitment to human rights and minority rights; the plan includes easing restrictions on energy, electricity, transport, and some banking, excluding arms and sanctions against Assad r...
EU to Gradually Ease Syria Sanctions, Conditional on Human Rights Improvements
The EU is expected to agree next week on gradually easing sanctions on Syria, conditional on the Syrian authorities' commitment to human rights and minority rights; the plan includes easing restrictions on energy, electricity, transport, and some banking, excluding arms and sanctions against Assad r...
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36% Bias Score