Syria

Voices from the Arab press: Historic election opens new page in the Vatican

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

By THE MEDIA LINE
18/05/2025

Arab League Summit in Baghdad is about a new Arab world - analysis

The reports in Iraq note that the summit seeks to focus on many issues in the region.

Israel must protect Syria's Druze from Sharaa, a terrorist in a suit

In the battle for the character of Syria and the region as a whole, we must choose a clear side. Not just in words but in action.

By DAVID BEN-BASAT
17/05/2025

Nissim Salem’s three years in Syrian captivity: 'Life felt over, but hope remained'

Nissim Salem survived three years in Syrian captivity by holding onto hope. Forty years after release, he recalls captivity as Tzvi Feldman’s body returns home.

Syrian government forces raid Islamic State hideouts in Aleppo

A security source said the raids had targeted sleeper cells in four locations. One Islamic State terrorist had blown himself up, and another had been killed in clashes, the source said.

By REUTERS
17/05/2025
IDF operates in the buffer zone between Israel and Syria on December 13, 2024.

IDF denies that officials from Israel and Syria held direct talks in Azerbaijan

CNN’s report claimed that IDF Operations Directorate chief, Maj.-Gen. Oded Basyuk was among a group of Israeli officials who traveled to Azerbaijan.

IDF operates in the buffer zone between Israel and Syria on December 13, 2024.

Senior security official reveals framework for Syria-Israel peace

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has reportedly approved a tentative agreement to normalize relations with Israel, marking a dramatic shift in regional diplomacy.

By RIZIK ALABI/THE MEDIA LINE
16/05/2025
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