Syria news covering civil war developments, humanitarian crisis, refugee situation, political transition, and regional impact.
The commentary argues that Syria's newly convened People's Assembly, while not democratic, holds potential beyond being a mere rubber stamp. It suggests that the parliament's internal debates and procedural disagreements indicate a nascent political space that could evolve, despite the fragile security situation and the legacy of Baath Party dominance.
Syria is redefining its relationship with Russia following the fall of Bashar al-Assad in December 2024. The new government has cut ties with some former allies as it reshapes foreign policy.
Syrian authorities seized a weapons shipment including long-range missiles, rockets, and drones at the al-Tanf border crossing with Iraq, concealed inside an oil tanker truck. Hezbollah denied the accusations, calling them fabricated. Iraq announced it would form a committee to investigate the incident.
This article reports on the struggles of residents in Jobar, Syria, to rebuild their homes after the war. It describes the neighborhood's destruction and the challenges faced by former residents who wish to return and reconstruct their lives.
Lebanon's Interior Minister Ahmad Al Hajjar said Syrian and Lebanese security forces are coordinating daily on counter-terrorism and other security matters. Lebanon is willing to cooperate with Syria to arrest supporters of the former Assad regime who fled across the border. The cooperation follows the fall of Bashar Al Assad nearly two years ago.