Ahmed al-Sharaa
Ahmed al-Sharaa is the current president of Syria, having also ousted the regime of dictator Bashar al-Assad with his armed rebel Islamist movement Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). He is also known by his nom de guerre, Mohammed al-Julani.
Syria’s Al-Sharaa sparks outcry for promoting militia leaders accused of rights abuses
The move has sparked concern among international observers and human rights advocates, who warn it could undermine hopes for reform and reconciliation.
What’s behind Syria’s silence on the Israel-Iran War? - analysis
Israel weighs peace negotiations with Syria, asks US to mediate - report
Turkey backing Syria's military and has no immediate withdrawal plans, defense minister says
Israel should attack Iran, even without US support, former NSC head says
Yaakov Amidror, who led Israel's National Security Council, said that Israel is capable of attacking Iran even without American support.
Syria accuses Israel of escalation following Daraa strike
The IDF's Northern Command believes that Hamas terrorists based in Syria, encouraged by Hamas leadership, launched the rockets.
US redeploys troops in Syria, as Washington builds ties with new government - analysis
Reports indicate hundreds of soldiers may be withdrawn, and US forces may move from bases near the Euphrates River to consolidate at one base in eastern Syria.
Syria to add thousands of foreign fighters into army, including jihadists, Uyghurs - report
Syria is able to proceed because it enjoys increased support from the US, as well as from Turkey and Qatar, both US allies.
US raises flag in Damascus: New envoy signals shift in US–Syria relations post-Assad - analysis
For the first time since 2012, the flag was raised as the new US Envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, arrived in Damascus.
Syria, Israel in direct talks focused on security, sources say
The two sides have held face-to-face meetings aimed at calming tensions and preventing conflict in the border region.
US Syria envoy Barrack meets Syrian president to discuss path for 'peace and prosperity'
America’s new envoy, who is also the ambassador to Turkey, has vowed to bring home Americans who have been missing in Syria.
ISIS activity may return in southern Syria amid Israeli incursions - report
Other Syrian opposition groups will reportedly take action against the leadership of President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the report added, noting feelings of discontent rising among residents in the area.
Normalization with Iraq? Druze ex-minister discusses relations with Israel's bordering states
Kara, a senior figure in the Druze community, is no longer a politician and holds no official Israeli role.
Israel at War day 596: What happened in Israel, Gaza, Lebanon?
Israelis report receiving calls from alleged hostages • IDF strikes Hamas, PIJ office, will expand Gaza ops.
US issues orders easing Syria sanctions after Trump pledge
The Treasury Department issued a general license that authorizes transactions involving the interim Syrian government led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
