The New Middle East is a region where war and enmity still dominate but where the balance of power has shifted dramatically.
Israeli military sources note a new era in Syria offers lots of historic opportunities and serious dangers.
A line can be drawn from the "fateful decisions" that the US and Iran made in the days after October 7 to today, according to the official.
While Israel is pleased to see the weakness of the Iranian-backed axis, it’s worth pausing and noting that celebrations should be tempered by reality.
The military also stated it would not get involved in any internal occurrences in Syria, provided that no forces in Syria endanger Israeli security interests.
The Jewish community of Syria has ancient roots, tracing back to the Babylonian exile in 586 BCE.
Iranian media stated that an armed group, reportedly distinct from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebels who led the offensive across Syria, breached the embassy and nearby stores.
The future of a country devastated by 14 years of civil war and 54 years of dictatorship now remains to be seen.
After opposition factions take control of Aleppo, the city’s Christian community prepares for the holidays while navigating newfound freedoms and lingering uncertainties.
While the rebel factions have deep political divisions, their united goal in toppling the Al-Assad regime is the driving force behind this lightning offensive.