Syria denies officials held ‘secret’ talks with Hezbollah in Turkiye
Six sources from Syria, the US and Lebanon told Reuters news agency the reported meeting aimed to calm tensions.
Gunmen kill 7 on bus in Syria as pipeline blast knocks out 3 power plants
Gunmen attack bus in Homs province hours after a pipeline explosion knocked out three power plants near Damascus.
Syria removed from US arms export ban list
US has gradually loosened restrictions placed on Syria during the Assad era to aid country’s recovery from conflict.
How does Iraq’s security change after US forces withdraw?
Iraq marks US troop withdrawal with ‘Sovereignty Days’, symbolising a shift after decades of foreign military presence.
Lebanese are watching Israel’s upcoming election, but few expect change
Lebanese are anticipating continued Israeli aggression in Lebanon after the election.
An unexpected welcome: Syrian Kurds return to their homes in Afrin
Syrian Kurds are beginning to return to their homes in Afrin after years in exile, but have different experiences.
Syrian president warns Israeli attacks endanger delicate post-war recovery
President Ahmed al-Sharaa calls for Israeli withdrawal, condemning its attacks as Syria emerges from civil war.
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