UN Resolution 2254 Guides Syria's Post-Assad Transition
Following the removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the UN Security Council Resolution 2254, adopted in 2015, is guiding Syria's transition to a new government and free and fair elections, despite concerns about foreign interference and the need for updating the resolution to the current situ...
UN Resolution 2254 Guides Syria's Post-Assad Transition
Following the removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the UN Security Council Resolution 2254, adopted in 2015, is guiding Syria's transition to a new government and free and fair elections, despite concerns about foreign interference and the need for updating the resolution to the current situ...
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Syrian Women Protest Islamist Government Appointments
Two weeks after Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's flight to Moscow, leaving behind a devastated country, a national army comprised of various groups assumed power. Initial Islamist appointments to ministerial positions have prompted women-led protests in Damascus, fearing a loss of hard-won freedom...
Syrian Women Protest Islamist Government Appointments
Two weeks after Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's flight to Moscow, leaving behind a devastated country, a national army comprised of various groups assumed power. Initial Islamist appointments to ministerial positions have prompted women-led protests in Damascus, fearing a loss of hard-won freedom...
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Syria's Transitional Government: Key Ministerial Appointments and Concerns
Following the Syrian opposition's declaration of Assad's regime's fall, Ahmad al-Sherq's new administration appointed Mohamed al-Bashir as Prime Minister, largely retaining ministers from the previous Idlib government, sparking debate about their qualifications and the appointment process.
Syria's Transitional Government: Key Ministerial Appointments and Concerns
Following the Syrian opposition's declaration of Assad's regime's fall, Ahmad al-Sherq's new administration appointed Mohamed al-Bashir as Prime Minister, largely retaining ministers from the previous Idlib government, sparking debate about their qualifications and the appointment process.
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Assad's Fall in Syria: Celebrations and Fears
After 14 years of civil war, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad fell, leading to celebrations in Damascus but also the discovery of mass graves at Sednaya prison and concerns about the influence of Islamist groups among minorities; the future remains uncertain.
Assad's Fall in Syria: Celebrations and Fears
After 14 years of civil war, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad fell, leading to celebrations in Damascus but also the discovery of mass graves at Sednaya prison and concerns about the influence of Islamist groups among minorities; the future remains uncertain.
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US Opens Dialogue with Syria's New Rulers, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
Top US diplomats met with Syria's new de-facto rulers, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), in Damascus on Friday, marking the first official US-HTS meeting since HTS overthrew the Assad regime in December 2023 and a potential shift in US foreign policy toward Syria.
US Opens Dialogue with Syria's New Rulers, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
Top US diplomats met with Syria's new de-facto rulers, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), in Damascus on Friday, marking the first official US-HTS meeting since HTS overthrew the Assad regime in December 2023 and a potential shift in US foreign policy toward Syria.
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EU Sets Principles for Post-Assad Syria, Cautiously Monitoring Rebel Group
EU leaders agreed on principles for normalizing relations with Syria after Bashar al-Assad's fall, emphasizing a Syrian-led process ensuring national unity and minority protection, while cautiously monitoring the rebel group Heyet Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) for potential leadership, and prioritizing safe,...
EU Sets Principles for Post-Assad Syria, Cautiously Monitoring Rebel Group
EU leaders agreed on principles for normalizing relations with Syria after Bashar al-Assad's fall, emphasizing a Syrian-led process ensuring national unity and minority protection, while cautiously monitoring the rebel group Heyet Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) for potential leadership, and prioritizing safe,...
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Syrian Rebels Killed in Clashes Amidst Alawite Protests
Six Syrian rebels were killed in clashes with Assad supporters during an attempted arrest of a former official; Alawite protests erupted following an online video showing the burning of an Alawite shrine, highlighting sectarian tensions and the challenges of governing Syria post-Assad.
Syrian Rebels Killed in Clashes Amidst Alawite Protests
Six Syrian rebels were killed in clashes with Assad supporters during an attempted arrest of a former official; Alawite protests erupted following an online video showing the burning of an Alawite shrine, highlighting sectarian tensions and the challenges of governing Syria post-Assad.
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Syrian Rebels Unify Under New Government, Excluding SDF
Following a rebel victory in Syria on December 8, opposition groups have agreed to unify under the Defence Ministry, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, excluding the Kurdish-led SDF; Qatar is calling for sanctions to be lifted.
Syrian Rebels Unify Under New Government, Excluding SDF
Following a rebel victory in Syria on December 8, opposition groups have agreed to unify under the Defence Ministry, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, excluding the Kurdish-led SDF; Qatar is calling for sanctions to be lifted.
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US Holds First Syria Talks Since 2011, Signaling Policy Shift
Following years of estrangement, the US engaged in its first official talks with Syria since 2011, meeting with military leader Ahmad al-Sharaa in Damascus on Friday. This meeting marks a turning point in US-Syria relations, focusing on post-Assad Syria and potentially impacting US sanctions and the...
US Holds First Syria Talks Since 2011, Signaling Policy Shift
Following years of estrangement, the US engaged in its first official talks with Syria since 2011, meeting with military leader Ahmad al-Sharaa in Damascus on Friday. This meeting marks a turning point in US-Syria relations, focusing on post-Assad Syria and potentially impacting US sanctions and the...
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Syria's New Leader Announces Weapon Control, Turkey Requests Sanctions Relief
Syria's new leader, Ahmad al Sarraj, announced government control over all weapons following a visit by Turkey's foreign minister, Mevlut Cavusoglu, who requested sanctions relief. A major Islamist group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), is disarming and integrating armed factions into the Syrian army. T...
Syria's New Leader Announces Weapon Control, Turkey Requests Sanctions Relief
Syria's new leader, Ahmad al Sarraj, announced government control over all weapons following a visit by Turkey's foreign minister, Mevlut Cavusoglu, who requested sanctions relief. A major Islamist group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), is disarming and integrating armed factions into the Syrian army. T...
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US Resumes Diplomatic Ties with Post-Assad Syria
The US is sending a senior diplomat to Damascus to meet with the new Syrian leadership, marking a resumption of diplomatic relations after the fall of the Assad regime; this follows previous failed attempts by Iraq to mediate between Turkey and the Assad regime, highlighting the complex dynamics in ...
US Resumes Diplomatic Ties with Post-Assad Syria
The US is sending a senior diplomat to Damascus to meet with the new Syrian leadership, marking a resumption of diplomatic relations after the fall of the Assad regime; this follows previous failed attempts by Iraq to mediate between Turkey and the Assad regime, highlighting the complex dynamics in ...
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Syrian Regime Forces Surrender Weapons in Latakia Amidst Power Transition
Former Syrian regime security forces surrendered weapons in Latakia to a rebel-linked transitional government, a process filmed by AFP showing hundreds of firearms collected; this follows HTS's takeover and aims to consolidate power and gain international recognition.
Syrian Regime Forces Surrender Weapons in Latakia Amidst Power Transition
Former Syrian regime security forces surrendered weapons in Latakia to a rebel-linked transitional government, a process filmed by AFP showing hundreds of firearms collected; this follows HTS's takeover and aims to consolidate power and gain international recognition.
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64% Bias Score