Damascus

Syrian Christians attend Christmas mass for first time since fall of Assad

Christians in Syria remain unconvinced by HTS's al-Julani's assurances of safety and religious freedom.

By REUTERS
24/12/2024

Why is journalism in Syria held to a different standard?

Hypocrisy is what happens when too much of the media put their biases before their responsibilities as journalists.

21/12/2024

Letting bygones be bygones: Behind the US diplomat's trip to Syria

All the wheels are moving in the direction of Sharaa and his new interim government.

Voices from the Arab press: Syria after Assad: Four urgent challenges

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

By THE MEDIA LINE
20/12/2024

Tehran eyes influence in Syria with plans to reopen Damascus embassy

The Iranian decision shows that it wants to jockey for a role in Syria again.

Betrayal and flight: Assad’s escape to Moscow amid Syria’s collapse

Assad told his presidential office manager on Saturday, when he finished work, he was going home but instead headed to the airport.

By REUTERS
16/12/2024

Damascus Jewish community unharmed despite rebel overthrow, Syrian Jew tells KAN

The source said they were optimistic that the new government might move towards peace with Israel.

Israel begins talks with Syrians to locate burial site of Eli Cohen

Syria refused to return Cohen's body to his family in Israel, and his body was allegedly buried multiple times to prevent Israel from finding and returning his remains. 

Israel's northern border: A crossroads of security and strategy

The spectacular collapse of the Assad regime has introduced both uncertainty and opportunity.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
14/12/2024

Winners and losers: Who will benefit in Assad regime's fall?

BEHIND THE LINES: Few in Syria, among those close to the former regime, take seriously the moderate and considered image currently being presented by HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Julani.

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