Abu Mohammed al-Julani

Western powers warn Syria over foreign jihadists in army

The US, European, and Arab Gulf states are engaging with the new administration to try to push it towards an inclusive political transition and seek cooperation on counter-terrorism.

By REUTERS
11/01/2025

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.

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
08/01/2025

US to ease aid restrictions for Syria in show of support for new government, WSJ reports

The move reportedly authorizes the Treasury Department to issue waivers to aid groups and companies providing essentials such as water, electricity, and other humanitarian supplies.

By REUTERS
06/01/2025
 TURKEY’S FOREIGN MINISTER Hakan Fidan meets with Syria’s de facto leader Abu Mohammed al-Julani in

Turkey's position boosted by HTS' coup in Syria

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

 Jewish pupils in the Maimonides school in 'Amārah al Juwwānīyah, in the historic Maison Lisbona

Julani asked to protect historic Syrian synagogue in Syria by Israeli rabbi

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

Sunni-Shia divide: Power struggles shaping the Middle East’s future

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

By DAVID BEN-BASAT
04/01/2025

Syria's new leader urges US to pressure Israeli withdrawal

Despite Julani's reported request, Israeli authorities allegedly stated they had received no formal communication on the matter.

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

Conflict & Cuisine: Yemen's Houthis are the last men standing in Israel's 7-front war

Conflicts & Cuisines with Seth J. Frantzman and Erica Schachne - episode 1

Syria set to be 2025’s big story: Can Damascus unite a fractured nation?

Parts of Syria remain in stasis despite the country's recent massive upheaval.

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