Assad visits Sunni mosque in Damascus amid tensions
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made a rare visit to a Sunni mosque in Damascus, a move seen as an attempt to bridge sectarian divides in the war-torn country.
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Horror of sectarian violence in Syria revealed
Exclusive video footage exposes the brutal sectarian violence tearing through southern Syria, with civilians caught in the crossfire of escalating conflict.
FBI Launches New Zealand Office Amid Cybercrime Surge
The FBI has launched its first-ever office in New Zealand to strengthen international cooperation on cybercrime, counterterrorism, and organised crime.
ISIS Expands in Africa Amid Syrian Decline
Islamic State is shifting its focus to Africa as its influence wanes in Syria, establishing new strongholds in West and East Africa, according to recent reports.
US warns of ISIS resurgence in Syria
The US State Department has raised alarms over a potential Islamic State resurgence, as Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces continue operations against remaining militants. Washington reaffirms support for SDF amid ongoing security challenges.
Syria’s stability needs its people, not just politics
A look at Syria's fragile hopes for peace and why lasting stability requires more than political agreements—it needs the trust and participation of its people.
Golan Heights Bedouins seek divine guidance
Bedouin communities in the occupied Golan Heights turn to faith as they navigate political turmoil and uncertain futures under Syrian and Israeli rule.
French court cancels al-Assad arrest warrant
France's highest court has annulled an arrest warrant for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, citing jurisdictional immunity. The decision sparks debate over international justice and diplomatic relations.
Assad visits Putin in Moscow amid Western criticism
Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow, marking his first foreign trip since the 2023 earthquake. The visit sparks controversy as Western nations condemn Russia's support for the Assad regime.
Syria intensifies Idlib bombardment, civilians killed
Syrian government forces, backed by Russian airpower, have launched heavy bombardments in Idlib, resulting in civilian casualties and worsening the humanitarian crisis in the region.
Syria's Druze region faces escalating civil conflict
The Druze-majority region of Suweida in Syria is witnessing a surge in civil unrest as local factions clash, raising fears of broader instability in the war-torn country.
Trump's Secret Syria 'Plan B' Revealed
Former US President Donald Trump reportedly proposed a secretive 'Plan B' for Syria, raising concerns over its implications for Israel and Middle East stability.
Israel strikes Damascus in rare daylight attack
Israeli warplanes targeted a building near Damascus, killing an Iranian adviser. The strike raises tensions amid ongoing regional conflicts.
Bedouin Muslims in Golan Heights: A Community Forgotten
The Bedouin Muslim community in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights faces an uncertain future amid geopolitical tensions and neglect.
Syrian Bedouins face brutal winter as aid fails
Bedouin communities in Syria struggle to survive the winter amid dwindling humanitarian aid and freezing temperatures.
Druze militants force 'Death to Syria' chants in horrific video
Disturbing new footage shows Druze militants brutally forcing captives to chant anti-Syria slogans, sparking international outrage and calls for investigation into war crimes.
Syria's Sweida erupts in violent protests
Fresh clashes in Syria's Sweida province heighten fears of regional instability as local protests and security crackdowns intensify. Latest updates on the crisis.
Jonathan Powell's secret Syria peace talks revealed
Exclusive insights into how Jonathan Powell, a key British diplomat, played a pivotal role in negotiating a groundbreaking Syria agreement from within the president's palace.
FBI reveals foiled 1995 Disneyland terror plot
Declassified documents expose a terrifying plan to bomb Disneyland in 1995, uncovered by the FBI in a dramatic counterterrorism operation.
Syria accuses Israel of deadly Bedouin village strike
Syria has blamed Israel for an airstrike that killed and injured several people in a predominantly Sunni Bedouin village, escalating tensions in the region.
Israel-Gaza War Escalates: Hostage Crisis & Syria Strikes
The Israel-Gaza conflict intensifies as tensions spill into Syria, with new developments on hostage negotiations and Netanyahu's hardline policies. Read the latest updates.
Syria's new regime faces mounting challenges
As violence surges across Syria, the fledgling government grapples with profound security and humanitarian crises, testing its ability to maintain control.
Syria-Israel truce agreed after decades, says Russian envoy
A Russian envoy has claimed that Syria and Israel have reached an agreement to end hostilities, marking a potential turning point in their long-standing conflict.
Fresh violence erupts in Syria's Druze region
Fresh clashes erupt in Syria's Druze region as tribal factions bolster local Bedouin forces, sparking fears of prolonged instability.
Israel retaliates after Druze attack in Syria
Israeli forces launch retaliatory strikes in Syria after a Druze-led assault in Sweida leaves casualties, heightening regional tensions.
Syria's Druze protest amid Israel-Gaza war tensions
Escalating tensions in Syria's Sweida region as Druze communities react to the ongoing Israel-Gaza war. Latest updates on protests, security concerns, and regional instability.
Hundreds dead in southern Syria violence
A wave of brutal violence has left hundreds dead in southern Syria, with conflicting reports obscuring the perpetrators. Civilians describe terror as attacks continue unabated.
Syrian Forces Clash with Bedouin Tribes Near Damascus
Violent clashes erupt between Syrian government forces and Bedouin tribes in the Damascus countryside, raising fears of escalating conflict in the region.
Syria accuses Israel of destabilisation efforts
Syria's President Bashar al-Assad claims Israel is attempting to destabilise the country, escalating regional tensions. Read the latest developments.
Israel bombs Syria in new Damascus airstrikes
Israeli forces have conducted airstrikes near Damascus, targeting alleged Iranian-linked sites. The attack raises fears of further escalation in the region.
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