Keyword "HTS" - List of latest news (176 results)

22/04 Syrian forces detain two ‘Palestinian leaders in Damascus’ - report

This comes after the new Islamist leadership in Damascus cut ties with the Islamic Republic.

18/04 Russia Removes Taliban from Terrorism List

The Russian Supreme Court removed the Taliban junta in Afghanistan from its terrorism watch list on Thursday.

16/04 US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say

The US plans to cut its troop presence in Syria by half, consolidating bases as part of a broader regional military review.

14/04 Syrian ambassador to Moscow requests asylum in Russia, TASS reports

Syria’s former permanent representative to the UN, Bashar Jaafari, has requested asylum in Russia, signaling a potential shift in Syria's diplomatic landscape.

13/04 Syria's Sharaa meets UAE counterpart in second visit to a Gulf country as leader

Syria’s new Islamist-led government looks to reassure Gulf leaders during President Sharaa’s visit to Abu Dhabi.

31/03 Syria Debuts Cabinet Featuring Sanctioned Terrorist Alongside Christian Woman

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced the installment of a new cabinet staffed by jihadists and minority groups.

30/03 Syria's temporary president Al-Sharaa forms a new government

In December, Syria's long-term power holder Al-Assad was overthrown by a rebel alliance. A transitional government initially took over the business. Now a new cabinet has been appointed.

30/03 Syria forms diverse new government under President Shara’a

The government includes ministers educated in the West, one woman, and members of the Druze, Kurdish, Christian, and Alawite groups.

27/03 Syria and Israel: How Jerusalem, Damascus can break the cycle and strive for peace - opinion

Syria and Israel have the rare opportunity to reshape their relations and progress toward peace.

24/03 How can there be a brighter future for Syria’s Kurds? - opinion

That something similar could eventually be offered to the Kurds of Syria becomes a real possibility with the agreement reached between Sharaa and the SDF.

18/03 Syria's Jihadi Rulers Strike Back After Alleged Hezbollah Attack

Syria’s new regime clashed with the Iran-backed Lebanese militants of Hezbollah after Hezbollah allegedly executed three Syrian soldiers.

18/03 Global donors commit $6.5 billion to Syria’s post-war recovery

Global donors pledge billions to help Syria rebuild after years of war.

17/03 Syrian Regime Thugs Attack Alawite Civilians, Chanting ‘Ethnic Cleansing’

Syria’s Alawite community fears ethnic cleansing at the hands of militants loyal to the Islamist government of Ahmed al-Sharaa.

16/03 The end of an era: Assad is gone, and Syrians reclaim their future - analysis

14 years after Syria’s uprising, citizens celebrate the fall of Assad’s regime and look toward a new future.

14/03 There is no such thing as a good jihadist: Western media is downplaying HTS's brutality - opinion

Whether it is HTS in Syria or Hamas in Gaza, these groups are genocidal fundamentalists. There is no such thing as a good jihadist.

14/03 Kurdish-led Syrian group rejects Islamist authorities' new constitution framework

Syria’s Kurds demand a constitutional rewrite, rejecting the new Islamist-led government’s centralized power structure.

13/03 Canada will relieve economic sanctions against Syria and restore its diplomatic representation in the country

According to a joint statement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, and the Minister of International Development, Ahmed Hussen, the flexibility of restrictions will facilitate sustainable aid delivery, will support reconstruction efforts at the local level and contribute to the recovery of the nation

12/03 Human Rights Groups: Syria Jihadis Tell Christians 'You're Next' amid Alawite Slaughter

Humanitarian groups shared reports of Islamic extremists attacking and threatening the remaining Christian minority in Syria.

11/03 WATCH: IDF presence on Syrian Hermon protects from Syrian, Hamas, Iran threats, Katz tells 'Post'

The program of Syrian Druze working in the Golan Heights will start on March 16.

11/03 Historic deal between Damascus and Kurdish-led SDF could transform Syria - analysis

The image of the two men meeting, having discarded their military uniforms and put on suits, illustrates how leaders can seize the moment and opt for peace over war. 

11/03 Alawite Syrians to 'Post': We need Israel's help from jihadist atrocities - exclusive

“Al-Sharaa’s forces are carrying out ethnic cleansing against the ‘infidels,’” a Syrian Alawite told the Jerusalem Post

11/03 IAF strikes radars, military headquarters in overnight op in southern Syria

The presence of such equipment constitutes a threat to the State of Israel and IDF operations, the military explained.

10/03 Sharaa says he will crackdown on mass killings that 'threaten unity' of Syria

Sharaa warned that mass killings threaten Syria’s unity and pledges swift justice.

08/03 Israeli troops locate, dismantle weapons while operating within Syria amid sectoral violence

The IDF began operating in Syria when HTS took power in order to preemptively stop a sudden invasion by Syrian jihadists.

08/03 Massacres in Latakia test Syria’s new government amid rising violence - analysis

Massacre reports put pressure on Syria’s new leadership to respond.

08/03 Over 340 civilians killed by Syrian government-linked gunmen - report

In his first comments on the violence, interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa said government forces would pursue "remnants" of the ousted Bashar al Assad government and bring them to trial.

06/03 SDF chief open to support from Israel

SDF commander Mazloum Abdi says he welcomes Israeli support to protect Kurdish achievements, as regional tensions and security challenges persist.

26/02 How will Israel’s airstrikes in Syria affect region? - analysis

There may be a window of opportunity for better ties with Syria, however it seems the new policy in Jerusalem may close that window.

25/02 Syrians back freedoms, constitutional process at landmark dialog

Five members of the seven-strong preparatory committee are either in HTS or close to the group, and there are no Druze or Alawite members, both of which are significant minorities in Syria.

25/02 New Druze military organization announced in Suwayda

‘The organization should not be viewed in isolation from federalist tendencies and Netanyahu’s pro-Druze remarks,’ says Syria and Lebanon expert, Dr. Moran Levanoni

25/02 Syria calls for Israel's withdrawal from its lands, national dialog closing statement says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said recently that Israel would maintain the buffer zone as long as necessary.

25/02 Syria’s new leadership faces a defining test - opinion

They must implement their international obligations in line with the extensive goodwill they have received from both regional partners and the global community.

24/02 Syria to hold dialog conference amid criticism over inclusivity

A one-day dialogue in Damascus could signal a new chapter for Syria – but will HTS’s influence stifle real change?

24/02 Syrian leader to visit Jordan on Wednesday, say Jordanian sources

The visit is the new interim leader's third foreign trip along with Saudi Arabia and Turkey since he came to power after leading a decisive rebel offensive which ousted Iran-backed Bashar al Assad.

23/02 Israel won't allow HTS forces in southern Syria, Netanyahu says

"We demand full demilitarization of southern Syria, in the provinces of Quneitra, Daraa, and Sweida," Netanyahu said at a military graduation ceremony.

19/02 Kurdish Coalition Warns ISIS Exploiting Collapse of Assad Regime in Syria

The U.S.-allied Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) warned on Monday that the Islamic State "exploited the security vacuum" in Syria.

14/02 Russia Seeks Red Sea Base in Sudan After Losing Influence in Syria

Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Yusuf Sharif says a 2017 agreement to give Russia a naval base on the Red Sea will finally proceed.

13/02 Syria’s mass graves: Accounting for the dead and disappeared is crucial for the nation to heal

Hundreds of thousands have been killed in civil war-torn Syria.

11/02 Christian Leaders in Syria Ask World for Support as Islamist Regime Takes Hold

Syriac Orthodox Patriarch Moran Mor Ignatius Aphrem II says Christians hope to play a “vital and pivotal role” in rebuilding their homeland.

10/02 Syrian Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa concludes landmark visit to Turkey

Al-sharaa's visit to Turkey marks the highest-level meeting since 2009, signaling a potential shift in Syrian-Turkish relations.

06/02 Syria's Jihadi Leader Visits Pro-Hamas Turkey to Begin 'New Era of Eternal Friendship'

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), met with Islamist Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

04/02 Syria and Turkey's growing relationship may affect Iran's proxy war on Israel - analysis

Turkey’s deepening ties with Syria could shift regional power dynamics, impacting Israel, Iran, and NATO while strengthening Hamas' backers.

03/02 Syria's Jihadi President Gets Warm Welcome on First Trip Abroad to Saudi Arabia

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa made his first trip overseas on Sunday, receiving a warm welcome in Saudi Arabia.

01/02 AANES ambassador to 'Post': 'Syria’s security needs Israel involved' - interview

Syrian Kurdish leader Ilham Ahmed says Israel must be part of the solution for Middle East security as tensions rise between the SDF and Islamist rulers in Damascus.

31/01 Syria's Jihadi Ruler Vows to Centralize Power in First Speech as 'President'

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa addressed the nation on Thursday after formally assuming the presidency.

30/01 Syria Jihadis Declare Top Warlord Ahmed al-Sharaa as 'President'

Syria announced on Wednesday that Hayat Tahrir al-Sham leader Ahmed al-Sharaa was officially the president of the country.

30/01 Romance Without Label: Revealing Psychological Facts Behind Relationship Without Status (HTS)

HTS, a relationship without a label full of freedom, but what is the risk? Find the emotional impact and how to deal with it in this article!

30/01 HTS are aiming to create Taliban-style Sharia government - opinion

No one wishes failure for the new Syria or strives to bring it about. Our region has grown weary of wars and conflict. These newcomers from extreme terrorist groups must now prove themselves.

28/01 Israel must set conditions for Syria withdrawal, 6 month stay would backfire, INSS expert says

Conditions include a new regime stopping Hezbollah smuggling and do not rely solely on UNDOF.

26/01 Syria says it stopped weapons smuggling to Hezbollah - analysis

The Lebanese army must deploy in order for Israel to withdraw, and Hezbollah’s presence must end. However, as revealed by the smuggling, Hezbollah is trying to re-arm.

25/01 Nearly 30% of Syrians want to go home, up from almost zero, UN refugee chief says

Syrian refugees express rising intent to return as new leadership emerges after Assad's fall.

22/01 Syria's Jihadi Boss on Trump: 'He Is The Leader to Bring Peace to the Middle East'

The leader of the jihadist de facto government of Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, published a statement congratulating President Donald Trump.

19/01 Syria’s defense minister rejects SDF proposal for autonomous Kurdish military bloc

Syria's new defense minister accused the Syrian Defense Forces of delaying negotiations.

18/01 My 10 steps to prevent Egypt's catastrophic fate - opinion

If these steps are not taken, Egypt is heading toward a catastrophic fate beyond any rational imagination.

13/01 Saudi Arabia Embraces Syria's Jihadi Leaders, Calls for Lifting Sanctions

Saudi Arabia hosted a large summit on Sunday to discuss the future of Syria, during which its officials called for lifting sanctions.

13/01 Exclusive – Persecution Expert: Turkey's Major Role in Fall of Assad in Syria a Serious Threat to Christians

Turkey is a "key concern" for Christian communities of post-Assad dynasty Syria, a leading persecution expert told Breitbart News.

13/01 The Herculean task facing Syria’s new government - opinion

All signs point to HTS’s commitment to executing its publicly stated goal of ending suffering and forging a new path to peace and security, which the Syrian people desperately long for.

13/01 What will Turkey do with Syria's Kurdish population? - opinion

Although Erdogan might deplore the effect on Turkey’s domestic political scene, he may yet see an autonomous Kurdish region recognized within a new Syrian constitution.

11/01 Post-Assad Syria: The end of Baathism and the rise of Islamism - opinion

Perhaps Abu Mohammed al-Julani will defy the grim precedent, maybe he will break away from Salafi jihadism and break the cycle that has consumed countless others.

11/01 Kurds Ask U.S. Troops to Protect Them from Turkish Invasion in Syria

Leaders in Syrian Kurdistan asked the United States this week to provide protective troops and become more involved in keeping the peace.

09/01 Exclusive – Persecution Expert: Christians in Aleppo Could Face 'Beginning of the End' Under Jihadi Rule

The ancient Christian community of Syria is facing an existential threat, particularly in Aleppo, under the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham.

08/01 Joe Biden will leave it to Donald Trump to decide what to do with Syria's new leaders

The US will keep HTS on the list of foreign terrorist organizations for the rest of President Biden's term

08/01 Katz convenes meeting on Turkey’s Middle East influence – sources

Turkey was mentioned more than 10 times in the report, a signal of Israel’s fear that rhetoric by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan against Israel may transform into actions.

08/01 EU may lift Syria sanctions to support recovery, says French FM

Targeted measures under discussion include easing financial transactions, improving air transport, and reducing sanctions on the energy sector to address Syria’s severe power shortages.

08/01 Syrian troops began another operation to capture members of Bashar al Assad's regime near Damascus

This operation in the municipality of Zabadani began a day after a similar maneuver ended in the city of Homs.

07/01 The new Syrian government will create an inclusive committee to lead the national dialogue conference

During this meeting, the definition of the basic guidelines for the reconstruction of the country is expected, with the participation of all sectors, including minorities.

07/01 Syria: challenges facing Ahmad al-Shara as he strives for legitimacy both inside and outside war-torn country

The new regime must gain international recognition and support while building trust from Syria’s population.

06/01 Turkey's position boosted by HTS' coup in Syria - opinion

Turkey rises after Assad’s fall, aiming to shape Syria’s future and curb Kurdish autonomy.

05/01 Al-Julani asked to protect historic Syrian synagogue in Syria by Israeli rabbi

Rabbi Binyamin Hamra, son of the late Rabbi Avraham Hamra, appealed to al-Julani to protect the country’s Jewish community and preserve its historic sites, including the Jobar Synagogue.

05/01 Syrian Telegram channel pixelates photos with Foreign Minister Baerbock

She is only recognizable as a white figure among male politicians. A Syrian Telegram channel completely pixelated Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock (Greens) after her state visit.

05/01 How moderate are Assad's heirs?: The Syrian leadership's channel makes Baerbock unrecognizable in photos

On behalf of the EU, Foreign Minister Baerbock is negotiating with the new Syrian leadership about a restart of political relations. Women's rights are also indicators of this. But her visit reveals that the Islamist leadership has some catching up to do, as Baerbock finds out firsthand.

04/01 Sunni-Shia divide: Power struggles shaping the Middle East’s future - opinion

Iran and Turkey are vying for dominance, impacting regional stability, alliances, and Israel’s strategic challenges in an evolving geopolitical landscape.

03/01 Zelensky: 'Ukraine Will Support All Efforts to Stabilize Syria'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed interest in growing ties with Syria following the collapse of the Assad regime.

03/01 Reports: Biden Beefing up U.S. Military Presence in Kurdish Syria

Multiple reports from Syria indicated that the U.S. military is reinforcing its presence in Syrian Kurdistan, potentially building a new base.

02/01 Syria's Alawites fear retribution under the new regime, given former Assad-ties

How the rebels treat the sizeable Alawite population, will be some kind of litmus test of whether the takeover of Damascus leads to violent revenge against former Assad loyalists

02/01 Syria Jihadis Send Top Diplomat to Saudi Arabia for First Trip Abroad

An Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) from Syria began its first-ever international visit on Wednesday to Saudi Arabia.

30/12 Syria's Jihadi Overlord Says No Elections for up to 4 Years

The head of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the group now running Syria, said he expects it could take up to four years to hold elections.

30/12 Syrian Jews can finally visit one of the oldest synagogues in the world

Syria's historic Jobar synagogue is safe to visit after years of war, revealing looting and heavy damage.

29/12 The new Syrian leader promises elections in four years at the earliest

Three years are allocated to write the constitution.

29/12 Syria's rebel leader vows to dissolve Islamist group HTS and call elections after reforming constitution

Ahmed al-Shara said he seeks to establish “a lasting political framework” and expressed interest in reaching out to Iran and Russia. He announced that the transition could extend up to four years while a new national census is completed.

28/12 Lebanon returns 70 officers and soldiers to Syria, security official says – report

Reuters reported that one of the Syrian soldiers that was returned was Rifaat Assad, Bashar Assad's uncle.

28/12 'I thought Gaza, Lebanon, Jenin were exciting – then I went to Syria'

Unlike Gaza and Lebanon, Syria had a full-fledged army with tanks, aircraft, and chemical weapons, and a well-guarded dangerous border.

27/12 Syria's new government opened a process to readmit dissidents from Bashar al Assad's regime

“The applicant must not have been convicted of any serious or heinous crime,” states one of the requirements

26/12 An important general of the overthrown Bashar al Assad regime was detained in Syria

Mohamad Kanjo Hassan signed the death sentence of “thousands of people in summary trials,” explained a co-founder of the Saydnaya Prison Association of Detained and Disappeared Persons.

26/12 Projecting strength and tolerance: New Syrian gov't faces biggest test yet - analysis

Two weeks after rebels overthrew the Assad regime, protests and accusations start up over the new government.

25/12 The Syrian interim government destroyed one million ecstasy pills

Two Syrian interim government officials said they had just destroyed a large warehouse of drugs, including one million captagon ecstasy pills.

25/12 Kurdish militia attacks Türkiye's allies in northern Syria

US-backed SDF forces launched a counterattack campaign against pro-Turkish militias to retake Syria's northern border area.

25/12 'If the gov't won't protect us, we will leave': Syrian Christian protest burning of Christmas tree

Protestors held crosses and the new national flag of Syria as they called for an end to "injustice and sectarianism against Christians."

25/12 No sanctions relief for Syria until HTS proves it is done with jihadism - opinion

Our approach should be humanitarian aid, yes, but no to US reconstruction aid or sanctions relief until Syria is unambiguously not jihadist.

25/12 HTS's Julani is not a pragmatist, but a sophisticated strategist - opinion

The West must view the Middle East and its leaders through a realistic lens. Julani is not pragmatic in the Western sense but a sophisticated strategist.

24/12 Syrian Christians attend Christmas mass for first time since fall of Assad

Christians in Syria remain unconvinced by HTS's al-Julani's assurances of safety and religious freedom.

24/12 As Washington woos Syria’s new leader, pivotal meeting signals policy shift – analysis

Washington cancelled the $10 million reward for HTS chief, Ahmed al-Sharaa, noting his 'pragmatic' leadership.

24/12 Christmas in Syria: Christians celebrate with the support of the interim government

The Islamists who lead the rebel coalition that overthrew Bashar Al-Assad show a new positive gesture towards the country's minorities and allow Christmas celebrations. They declared an official holiday for December 25 and 26

24/12 Turkey aiming for maritime agreement with Syria, transport minister says

The maritime demarcation agreement would be in line with international law and would allow two countries to determine authorities for oil and hydrocarbon exploration.

23/12 Syrian interim government names rebel commander as defense minister

Senior leader in the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham led military operations in the campaign that ousted the Assad regime.

23/12 Life-threatening illness: Report: Bashar al-Assad's wife files for divorce

Shortly before the Islamists take Damascus at the beginning of December, Syria's ruler al-Assad ran away and fled to Moscow. His wife Asma and children are already there. Now, according to reports, she wants to separate from him after 24 years of marriage and move to England.

23/12 Is there hope for a democratic future for Syria? - opinion

Whether Julani sees himself as a more moderate version of Assad or as the political head of a democratically elected, representative government is the question.

22/12 After the fall of the regime, several former Syrian soldiers responsible for torture and murder fled to avoid facing justice

An NGO indicated that many soldiers who responded to dictator Al Assad are hiding in mountainous areas of the Syrian coast

22/12 Bashar al-Assad's wife files for divorce, seeks to move to UK - report

Asma al-Assad moved to Syria in 2000 and married Assad in the same year at the age of 25. 

21/12 HTS Leader al-Sharaa: 'Syria is tired of wars', wants to be part of Arab world

In an interview with 'Asharq Al-Awsat', Ahmed al-Sharaa said that the revolution in Syria ended with Assad's fall and that he did not want it to destabilize the Arab world.

21/12 Syrian Kurdish groups on the back foot as power balance shifts - analysis

Syria's Kurds are tilted against HTS, and are in 'deep, deep trouble' with Turkey.

21/12 Call from HTS in Syria: Surrender your weapons within 48 hours

Seyyide Zeynep Tomb in Damascus, the capital of Syria, one of the most important centers of Shiites, was reopened to worship and visitors after security was provided by HTS. HTS called on the Shiite and Sunni residents of the Zeynep neighborhood to surrender their weapons within 48 hours.

21/12 The US canceled the $10 million reward for the HTS leader

The US canceled the $10 million reward for the capture of leader al-Shara of HTS, the group that overthrew the Syrian government, after contacting him in Damascus.

21/12 Biden Admin Lifts $10 Million Bounty on Syrian Warlord Who Overthrew Assad

The U.S. stopped offering a reward for the capture of Ahmed al-Sharaa, the de facto leader of Syria.

20/12 Voices from the Arab press: Syria after Assad: Four urgent challenges

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

20/12 Syrians Fear Jihadi Regime Will Ban Alcohol

Bar owners in Syria fear that Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) seizing power will lead to a nationwide ban on the consumption of alcohol.

20/12 A US delegation arrived in Syria to meet with the new authorities and address the political transition

The group is headed by the adviser on Middle East affairs Daniel Rubinstein and also includes the person in charge of the Middle East at the State Department, Barbara Leaf, and the chief negotiator of the Executive for the release of hostages, Roger Carstens.

20/12 Top US officials in Damascus to meet new Syrian rulers, State Department says

The visit comes as Western governments are gradually opening channels to HTS and its leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, and start debating whether or not to remove the terrorist designation on the group.

19/12 UK tells Syria's new ruler that ISIS must not be allowed to regain strength

Diplomats have held talks with Hayat Tahrir al Sham (HTS) leader Ahmad al Sharaa in Damascus, despite the group being proscribed as a terrorist organisation.

19/12 The United States intensified its attacks against the Islamic State in Syria

US forces attacked around 75 targets of the terrorist group, fearing that the jihadists will take advantage of the instability in the country to regroup and reposition themselves in the territory.

19/12 Yesterday they were calling us terrorists! They are lining up to meet him.

The moderate and embracing messages given by Ahmed al-Shara, the leader of the forces that ended the Assad regime, and the enthusiastic, peaceful celebrations in the country accelerated the global acceptance of the new Syria. Western countries, especially those who want to find solutions to refugee problems, are knocking on the door of Damascus one by one.

19/12 China Says It Wants to 'Play Constructive Role' in Post-Assad Syria

China's envoy to the United Nations declared that Beijing is seeking to "play a constructive role" in the future of Syria.

19/12 Great powers vie for interests in Syria

The collapse of the Assad regime sparked a struggle for power and interests in Syria between major powers, threatening to undermine efforts to achieve peace in the country.

18/12 Syria's new rulers present the EU with a dilemma

The EU has welcomed the overthrow of Syrian dictator Assad, but the rebels are led by a group formerly linked to the terrorist organization al-Qaeda. How to deal with the Islamists of the HTS?

18/12 The Islamist organization that overthrew Assad would disband its military wing

The goal would be to create a common Syrian force, but HTS also sent a message to the Kurds and ruled out federal reorganization of the state.

18/12 The military leader of the Syrian rebels promised to dissolve the militias that overthrew the regime to integrate them into the Army

Abu Hasan al Hamawi also called for an end to Israeli bombings and “raids” against military facilities in Syria, which have intensified since the fall of Bashar al Assad.

17/12 Donald Trump: Fall of Assad an 'Unfriendly Takeover' by Turkey

President-elect Donald Trump described the collapse of the Bashar Assad regime as the culmination of years of interference by Turkey.

17/12 Antony Blinken's Turkey Trip Fails to Stop Onslaught Against U.S.-Allied Kurds in Syria

The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a Kurdish-led militia allied with the U.S., confirmed that a truce with Turkish proxies had collapsed.

17/12 The United States will evaluate lifting sanctions on Syria based on the actions of the new interim authorities

State Department spokesman Matthew Miller stated that the possible withdrawal of economic restrictions imposed for years on the Al Assad regime will depend on facts and not promises.

17/12 A nation divided: Will Syria be better now that Assad is gone? - opinion

What will happen next is not a mystery. There are only a few realistic scenarios, considering that the groups that toppled Assad are former ISIS and al-Qaeda terrorists.

16/12 Purported Bashar Assad Message, First Since Fall of Syria, Contradicts Russian Narrative

A statement purportedly from former Syrian dictator Bashar Assad appeared on social media on Monday.

16/12 The European Union is contacting the new Syrian leadership

Barely two weeks after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad and his assumption of power, a diplomat travels to Damascus.

16/12 Syria’s lost democrats were overshadowed by the rise of extremist groups - opinion

Syrian's democratic opposition of 2011 was a loosely allied group and struggled with ideological, political, and ethnic divisions, resulting in a lack of unified leadership and goals.

15/12 'Geographic curse' haunts Syria

The Syrian rebels are committed to quickly reconciling and rebuilding the country after the civil war, but will face many challenges from a history of geographical division.

15/12 Türkiye became the first country to reopen its Embassy in Damascus after the fall of Bashar al Assad

“We will be at the side of the Syrian people in the reconstruction of their country,” declared Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

14/12 Sunday in Damascus with Julani - opinion

The big losers are not just the tyrannical Assad regime but its closest allies, Hezbollah and Iran.

14/12 Southern Syria's resurgence brings Jordan and Iraq back in key roles - analysis

Jordan seeks to ensure regional security and stability, including in Syria, including by involving the international community in these prospects.

14/12 For a year, Syrian rebels have been planning to overthrow Assad

HTS and its allies began planning to overthrow the Syrian government last year, after a long preparation process in the stronghold of Idlib.

14/12 Türkiye asked Russia and Iran not to intervene militarily during the Syrian rebels' offensive

According to Ankara, the parties "understood this" and stayed out of it, thus ensuring the least loss of civilian life.

14/12 HTS commander reveals how the group brought down Assad's regime in 11 days - report

Rebels launched their offensive on November 27, the same day the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire went into effect.

13/12 Syrian Kurds Prepare Delegation to HTS Jihadis as Turkish Proxy Assault Continues

The mostly Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) said it was preparing to send a delegation to the Sunni jihadis of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham.

13/12 The real winner after the Syrian rebellion as country could 'exploit new era'

EXCLUSIVE: Syria has been the epicentre of proxy battles for years, but there are "huge business opportunities, economic opportunities" in the country for one major power Damascus prepares for a risk-filled post-Assad era.

13/12 Antony Blinken Thanks Hamas Fan Erdogan for His 'Insight'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken made a brief visit to Turkey intended to discuss the collapse of the Assad dynasty in Syria.

13/12 Assad's final hours in Syria

Mr. Assad told almost no one about his plans to leave Syria before opposition forces invaded Damascus, according to the British news agency.

13/12 The reason Israel destroyed Syria's strategic military capacity

Israel destroyed a series of strategic weapons in Syria because it did not want them to fall into the hands of the opposition, eliminating a potential threat in the future.

12/12 Syrian Kurds Say They Stopped Fighting ISIS After Turkish Proxies Attacked

The head of the Syrian Democratic Forces, a Kurdish-led militia allied with the U.S., said his fighters stopped efforts against ISIS.

12/12 Exclusive -- Christian Persecution Expert: Jihadis Taking Syria a 'Disaster for Christians'

Jihadist rule in Syria "will be a disaster for Christians," predicted Jeff King, the president of International Christian Concern (ICC).

12/12 The G7 called for the transition in Syria to bring a “credible, inclusive and non-sectarian government”

The group of countries made up of the US, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Japan, Canada and Italy emphasized the need to respect religious and ethnic minorities.

11/12 Antony Blinken: Biden Will 'Recognize and Support' Syrian Government Arising from 'Inclusive' Jihadi-Led Process

Secretary of State Antony Blinken will begin a brief trip to the Middle East on Wednesday with stops in Jordan and Turkey.

11/12 Defeated: Russia. Even Bigger Defeated: "Axis of Terror". Golden ticket: Israel. Relieved: Türkiye. Who should take advantage: EU

ANALYSIS || There are already lessons to be drawn from the deposition of Bashar al-Assad in Syria, including who stands to gain and lose most immediately. However, there are good signs: vandalization of Shia shrines was not allowed. But there is this doubt: will the militia that now leads Syria continue to be considered terrorists by European countries and the USA? In the United Kingdom they have

11/12 Southern Syria groups overthrew Assad and control areas near the Golan - analysis

An exclusive look at the Southern Syria former rebels who were key to defeating Assad and who met with Syrian leader Julani on December 11.

11/12 Expert: Israel can ‘completely destroy enemy army without war’ through Syria control

Experts warn instability post-Assad poses risks, with extremist groups gaining ground and potential long-term Israeli presence after Israel took control of Syria's buffer zone.

11/12 Syrians return home after 11 years in exile, face legal and infrastructure hurdles

Turkish political parties in the government and the opposition have long called on refugees to return to Syria voluntarily—an appeal made much more relevant by the fall of the regime. 

11/12 The prime minister of Syria's transitional government urged refugees to return to the country: “We will guarantee the rights of all”

Mohamed al Bashir said that the situation in the country is critical after the fall of Al Assad. “We have empty houses, a destroyed economy and a country that needs to be rebuilt from scratch,” he said. He also indicated that he will establish relations with all those who have distanced themselves from the dictator's "bloody regime."

11/12 The United States ruled out reopening its embassy in Syria until a legitimate and transparent government is guaranteed

“This is not something that is going to happen overnight. It has to be a process that develops in the coming weeks,” emphasized State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller.

11/12 The rebel leader vowed to end the war in Syria

The HTS leader declared that Syria will no longer be at war and enter reconstruction, affirming that the West does not need to be afraid of the situation in this country.

11/12 Armed groups are seizing Syrian territory

After the fall of Assad's government, Syrian territory is controlled by many rebel armed groups, each force is in an area with different governance policies.

10/12 Taliban Congratulates Syria Jihadists, Hopes for 'Peaceful, Unified, and Stable System'

The Taliban was among the global actors celebrating the demise of the Iran-backed regime of Bashar Assad in Syria.

10/12 Hamas Celebrates Fall of Assad, Congratulates Jihadists for Conquering Syria

Hamas celebrated the victory of fellow jihadis Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) in Syria in a message on Monday.

10/12 Who is Mohamad al Bashir, the person in charge of leading the transition in Syria

The head of the Idlib Salvation Government was chosen by rebel leader Al Jolani and former Syrian Prime Minister Al Jalali to lead this new era in the country, which has lived more than five decades under the Al Assad family

10/12 This is what it looks like inside the Sednaya prison, the torture center of the Assad regime in Syria

As rescue teams and family members continue to explore the facility, the magnitude of the abuses committed continues to emerge as a dark reminder of the fallen regime. SENSITIVE IMAGES

09/12 According to a British minister, the ban on the group that overthrew the Assad regime in Great Britain should be lifted

In 2012, the British government declared Hajat Tahrír al-Sám (that is, HTS, or the Levant Liberation Organization in Hungarian) a terrorist organization.

09/12 The leader of the Syrian rebels spoke with Al Assad's former prime minister about the “transfer of power”

The Baath party, of the ousted president, stressed that it supports a transition "to defend the unity of the country"

09/12 Why Putin and Iran are the two huge losers in Syria - but UK must watch out too

The very least Keir Starmer should now do is shut the borders to Syrians.

09/12 The Pentagon warned that the fall of the Syrian regime could create a power vacuum in the Middle East

Lloyd Austin pointed out that the fall of Bashar al Assad's regime could be used by the jihadists to reorganize and recover capacity

09/12 Islamist Who Beheaded French Teacher Was in Contact with Syria's HTS

The Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) that led the overthrow of Assad in Syria has been tied to the beheading of French teacher Samuel Paty.

09/12 WATCH: IDF Paratroopers secure northern border as Syrian revolution escalates

Paratroopers joined up with brigades already stationed in the area to establish secure perimeters within the buffer zones bordering Syria.

09/12 Fikret Bila: With Assad's departure, two serious threats are rising in southern Turkey

T24 News Center Halk TV writer Fikret Bila said that the PKK-YPG and the radical Islamist HTS structure, which he stated would gain influence in Syria with the overthrow of Assad, threaten the secular and unitary structure of Turkey. According to Bila, these two structures pose a serious risk that should not be forgotten on Turkey's southern border in the post-Assad period. Bila, S...

09/12 Who is the leader of the Islamic group that overthrew the Syrian government?

Ahmed Hussein al-Shara was once a member of extremist groups, but gradually became more moderate when he founded HTS, with the goal of overthrowing the Syrian government.

08/12 Al Jolani, the Syrian rebel leader who led the overthrow of Bashar al Assad in Syria

From the beginning, the leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) acted from the shadows. Over the years, he stopped wearing the turban, usually worn by jihadists, and opted for the military uniform to present himself as a more moderate leader.

08/12 Syrian rebels announce “the fall of tyrant” Bashar al Assad

After taking control of Damascus, the insurgents issued a message on state television in which they also reported the release "of all unjustly detained prisoners." Russia, the dictator's main ally, said he had left the country, although his whereabouts are unknown.

08/12 Syrian state television: Bashar Assad leaves Damascus | Prime Minister Celali: I will support the transfer of the government

T24 Foreign News Armed groups supported by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) in Syria reached the Damascus border after Homs. Groups led by HTS announced in a statement on state television on Sunday that they had overthrown President Assad. According to Reuters; The Syrian Army Command also announced that the Assad administration had fallen. Reuters...

07/12 Syrian rebels prepare to take Damascus: US says it will not get involved

Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, leader of the Syrian rebels, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, calls on his fighters to prepare for the final offensive on Damascus, escalating the conflict in Syria.

07/12 He addressed the citizens of the USA, Russia and Iran! Leave Syria... Assad was the first to leave

In Syria, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) captured Hama and besieged Homs. While the Syrian administration is losing power in the face of the opposition advancing towards Damascus, the propaganda war between the two sides is on the agenda of the whole world...

07/12 Rebels announced their approach to Syria's third largest city

Syrian rebels announced their approach to the strategic city of Homs, while the government army announced an attack that caused heavy damage to the enemy.

07/12 Iran Ropes Iraq into Rekindled Syrian Civil War

The foreign minister of Iran traveled to Baghdad to discuss the Syrian Civil War.

06/12 As Syrian rebels advance toward Homs, Bashar al-Assad's Arab allies urge him to leave the country

The offensive led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has exposed the weakness of the Alawite regime, whose response appears increasingly insufficient in the face of rapid loss of territory

06/12 HTS leader Colani gave an interview to CNN; He used his own name for the first time: When the regime falls, there will be no need for foreign powers to stay

Colani claimed in the interview that civilians in the areas they captured "had little to fear." “People who are afraid of Islamic rule have either seen its wrong practices or they do not fully understand it,” Colani said.

06/12 Reports: Turkey-Backed Militias Trap 15,000 and Engage in 'Ethnic Cleansing' in Syria

Kurdish forces in Syria warned that militias backed by Turkey are seizing territory in northern Syria and endangering Kurdish civilians.

06/12 Which are the jihadist militias that put Syria, Russia and Iran in trouble?

Operation “Deterrence of Aggression” brings together various factions of the Syrian opposition, from Islamists to Free Army groups, united by a common goal: defeating the current regime

05/12 Israel's military leadership met to evaluate the new armed conflict in Syria

“The Army is closely monitoring events and is prepared for any scenario, both offensive and defensive,” said a statement from the Israeli armed forces.

05/12 This was the rapid advance of the jihadist militias in Syria that Bashar Al Assad cannot contain despite the support of Russia and Iran

Syrian opposition fighters have pushed back government forces in a surprise offensive and rapidly expanded the territory under their control in the country's northwest

02/12 Iran Claims Jihadis Defying Assad in Aleppo, Syria a 'U.S.-Israel' Plot

Iran blamed Israel and America for the surprise attack by al-Qaeda affiliate Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on Aleppo, Syria, this weekend.

30/11 Jihadists took control of most of Aleppo in Syria and Russia carried out airstrikes in the north of the city

Senior regime officials, including the governor, withdrew from the city center, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, leaving the area under insurgent control. During the early hours of Saturday, Russian warplanes bombed the north for the first time in six years

10/04 The number of Euro traders using the Ukrainian GTS and storage facilities is increasing

Despite the military actions in Ukraine, exchange products, new services of GTS and PSG operators, and new supply routes are being developed.

14/01 Telkom Boss: HTS Satellite Launches Around February 20, On Target

Telkom President Director Ririek Adriansyah said that Telkom's first HTS satellite will launch on February 20 2024. In accordance with the agreed target.