Bashar Assad
Despite rocky history, Israel once again weighing security zone in Lebanon - analysis
After October 7, Israel redrew its border doctrine around buffer zones. Now, as Hezbollah regroups in southern Lebanon, debate is growing over whether a new security strip is needed.
Collapse of Iran’s regime may mark end of Syria’s role as an ‘open arena for conflict’ - analysis
In post-Assad era, Hezbollah’s shrinks to cells, smugglers, and cheap rockets - analysis
Islamic State terrorists kill four Syrian government security personnel in northern Syria
Israel exploited Assad govt's fall to impose expansionist, destabilizing project, Syrian FM claims
Syrian FM Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani accused Israel of pursuing expansionist goals and said Moscow aided Assad’s regime, as Syria rebuilds ties with China.
Syria arrests Assad relative tied to $2 billion Captagon empire
Authorities say Namir Badi’ Assad was seized in Al-Qardaha with alleged partners as part of a wider post-regime crackdown on drug and arms networks.
Syrian president to use Putin talks to request extradition of deposed president Assad, sources say
The Assads now live discreetly in Moscow, according to Russian media.
Syria’s President Sharaa makes historic trip to Russia - analysis
Syrian President Sharaa embarks on a groundbreaking visit to Russia, marking a key moment in international diplomacy and Middle Eastern relations.
Assad government secretly moved mass grave to cover up killings, Reuters investigation finds
Reuters uncovered how Assad's government secretly moved thousands of bodies from Qutayfah to a hidden site in Dhumair, in a bid to cover up war crimes and regain international recognition.
Syria’s first post-Assad elections test path to democracy - analysis
Syria’s transitional government held limited elections for a new parliament, marking the first step toward reform since the end of Assad’s rule.
Arrest of Syrian in Berlin signals European push to prosecute Assad-linked 'refugees' - analysis
Sultan, who came to Germany about five years ago, presented himself to authorities as a refugee but continued his involvement in illegal activities and criminal networks.
Syria to hold first parliament vote since Assad ouster, raising inclusivity concerns
The process is unfolding as President Ahmed al-Sharaa tries to consolidate his hold over a nation fractured by 14 years of war and recent bouts of sectarian violence.
Arrest warrant for Bashar Assad shows Syrian courts’ accountability, but can it be enforced?
Since the start of widespread protests in 2011, Bashar Assad’s name has been tied to numerous violations and international accusations.
Ukraine restores diplomatic relations with Syria, Zelensky says
Ukraine broke off relations with Syria in 2022 after the ousted Syrian leader, Bashar al-Assad's government, recognized swathes of Russian-occupied Ukraine as "independent" Russian-backed areas.
