Ahmad Al-Sharaa

Israel-Turkey tensions escalate, raising stakes for Syria as the US intervenes to prevent a wider conflict.

Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani welcomed the US decision removing Syria from its terrorism sponsor list, calling it crucial for Syria's stability, international engagement, and regional cooperation opportunities.

Syria cleared a 45-day congressional review period, advancing toward removal from the US terrorism sponsor list after President Trump notified Congress. The move requires final executive approval from the State Department and could ease economic restrictions and facilitate investment.

Syria and the IAEA agree on steps to resolve outstanding nuclear safeguards issues.

The IAEA began excavation at Syria's Deir el-Zour nuclear site to secure several tons of radioactive material, including yellowcake, under a US-brokered agreement with Syria's interim government, addressing regional proliferation risks and Middle East stability concerns.

Syria gains UN support for recovering occupied Golan, with 123 countries backing its claim.

The IAEA, brokered by the US, secured a trilateral agreement with Israel and Syria's new government to extract uranium yellowcake from the clandestine Site 99 facility, eliminating a critical radiological threat following Assad's regime collapse.

Russia transfers control of two strategic Mediterranean bases, Hmeimem air base and Tartus naval base, to Syria following Assad's December 2024 ouster, converting them into joint training centers under a new bilateral agreement, signaling Moscow's reduced military presence.

Syria reclaimed control of two strategic Mediterranean military bases from Russia under a new agreement, converting them into joint training centers and marking a significant shift in post-Assad Syrian-Russian relations while Syria simultaneously strengthens Western ties.

Trump pressured Iran with a "last chance" ultimatum for nuclear negotiations and Strait of Hormuz reopening, while Iran denied talks and warned against naval blockades, as regional tensions elevated oil prices to eighty-four dollars per barrel.

Turkey wants to join a new Lebanon security initiative after the UN mission ends this year.

Turkey wants to join a new Lebanon security initiative after the UN mission ends.

Lebanon, Israel to establish ‘pilot zones’

Syrian authorities seized a truck carrying rockets allegedly bound for Lebanon's Hezbollah.

Syria's Central Bank Governor announced new monetary policy reforms aimed at stabilizing exchange rates and modernizing banking regulations to support post-war reconstruction, with eighty percent of the money supply successfully exchanged despite logistical challenges.

President Erdoğan hosted NATO's July summit in Ankara with all 32 allied leaders attending, positioning Türkiye as central to NATO's transformation through its military capabilities, strategic location, and defense industry strength while announcing manufacturing sector support measures.

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa calls for a new chapter in the country's history as parliament convenes.

Syria's SDF dissolves after merging with the National Army.

Israel intensifies attacks on Syria after a meeting between Syrian diplomat and Mossad chief.

Israel did not warn the US before striking a Syrian air base, sparking concerns of escalation with Turkey.

The US criticizes Israel for attacking a Syrian airbase, calling it an unnecessary escalation.

Syria shifts toward state control over arms, unifying military and security decision-making under state institutions.

Syria and Russia agreed on the future use of two key Mediterranean bases, with Syria taking control of the sites.

Syria and Russia reshape ties through key meetings and turning points after liberation.

Syria and Russia agreed to end military use of key Mediterranean bases.

President Trump said Monday that U.S. and Iran talks are resuming to end their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of global traded oil and gas passes, though Iran denied directly negotiating with the U.S.

UAE and Syrian Presidents discussed cooperation and regional developments in a phone call, reaffirming their commitment to bilateral ties.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres visited Syria for the first time since 2009, touring Sednaya Prison to highlight decades of regime repression, declaring Syria faces a "moment of opportunity" to rebuild after conflict and establish a stable, inclusive future.

Trump Says Sharaa Will Handle Hezbollah “Differently,” Urges Israeli Redeployment in Lebanon

Trump asked Netanyahu to pull Israeli troops out of Syria and Lebanon, citing local opposition.

President Trump announced the US may remove Syria from its terrorism list following lifted sanctions, while threatening Iran with infrastructure strikes and claiming intelligence located buried nuclear materials, positioning both moves as major foreign policy shifts.

Erdogan vows to prevent another Srebrenica genocide, calling it a dark stain on human history.

French President Macron attempted to kiss Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan's hand at a NATO summit in Ankara, but she withdrew her hand, prompting President Erdogan's intervention, highlighting cultural protocol tensions amid NATO's strategic realignment.

Syria is removed from Washington's terror list, according to recent reports.

Syria and Israel hold US-mediated talks in Jordan to ease regional tensions.

US envoy says Israel did not warn the US before striking a Syrian air base.

Analyst Vijay Prashad argues Iran shifted strategic focus from nuclear programs to the Strait of Hormuz, exploiting US-Israeli miscalculations about Iranian resilience and regional capabilities, ultimately exposing American power limitations.

A Syrian detainee's death sparks outrage, reviving memories of torture and abuse in prisons.

IAEA will extract Assad-era nuclear material from Syria following a secret US, Israel, and Syrian government accord.

Russia will hand back control of two strategic military bases to Syria, transforming them into joint training centers.

Syria will regain control of two key Mediterranean bases from Russia under a new deal.

Syria and Russia agreed to reorganize Moscow's military presence at two strategic Mediterranean bases, converting them to joint training centers while Syria assumes civilian control, marking a significant shift in post-Assad Syrian-Russian relations.

Lebanon and Israel move toward implementing withdrawal agreement, US officials say

Trump announced a Gaza disarmament deal involving Israeli withdrawal while the US sanctioned Iran's Mahan Air and Saudi Arabia led a Red Sea maritime alliance amid escalating regional tensions.

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa appoints new intelligence and security chiefs to strengthen security institutions.

Lebanon and Israel move toward implementing withdrawal agreement, US officials say

Macron visited Syria to legitimize leader Ahmad al-Sharaa internationally while advancing French business interests, amid coordinated diplomatic efforts by Trump and Israel to secure influence over Syria's future through various regional projects and agreements.

The U.S. administration increasingly views Turkey as a capable regional partner to manage Middle Eastern affairs alongside Israel, shifting strategy away from exclusive reliance on military confrontation with Iran, while Israel expresses concerns about Turkish influence expansion and potential F-35 sales.

President Trump arrives in Turkey for the NATO summit amid ongoing tensions with the alliance.