HTS
Hayʼat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) is an armed Islamist rebel group in Syria. They have been waging an armed conflict against the regime of Bashar Assad as well as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Where is Hanegbi? Conflicting reports cast doubts over Israel-Syria peace talks
Arab media reports that Israel’s National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, while Israeli officials say he is in the US with Netanyahu.
US revokes foreign terrorist designation for Syria's HTS, as part of terminating sanctions
From jihadist to president: Is Ahmed al-Sharaa's transformation true or false? - opinion
Syrian Interior Ministry announces targeted operation against ISIS cell in Aleppo
Syrians welcome sanctions relief, outcome remains unclear
In a partial policy shift, the US has eased some sanctions on Syria, allowing humanitarian aid, remittances, and limited civil sector activity.
Macron's eastward shift may spark Middle East anti-colonial revolt - opinion
Macron’s bet may buy short-term contracts and headlines, but it threatens to poison long-term relations and renew resentment.
Normalization between al Sharaa's Syria, Israel possible after decades of hostilities - opinion
If al Sharaa eventually delivers the state that he promises, he will have proved himself the most remarkable leader to have emerged in the Arab world.
Israel using old airstrike policy with new Syrian gov't - is it outdated? - analysis
The Druze in Syria are divided between different leaders and voices. It’s likely that many want a middle ground and prefer some kind of autonomy but don’t want a full break with Damascus.
Syria's Sharaa will attend Arab Summit, marking a potential path towards stability
Syria's invitation to the Arab Summit comes after Sharaa met Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani.
UK lifts sanctions against Syria's defense ministry and intelligence agencies
A notice posted online by the British finance ministry said that 12 entities no longer subject to an asset freeze.
Syrian forces detain two ‘Palestinian leaders in Damascus’ - report
This comes after the new Islamist leadership in Damascus cut ties with the Islamic Republic.
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.
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.
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.
HTS members, Druze, and Kurds: A look at Syria's diverse new goverment
The government includes ministers educated in the West, one woman, and members of the Druze, Kurdish, Christian, and Alawite groups.
