Damascus
In Damascus’ former Jewish quarter, optimism about the Syrian Jewish future is hard to muster
The Jewish Quarter of Damascus, once thriving with synagogues and schools, now holds only five Jews. Locals fear sectarian violence, even as some in exile see hope of return.
Fall of the Assad dictatorship as symbolic as fall of Berlin Wall, says US congressman - interview
Sweida security shake-up highlights Syria’s struggle with Druze autonomy - analysis
'We will reach them too': IDF chief says no Hamas leader is out of Israel's reach
Israeli strikes in Syria continue into third day, sparking regional condemnations - analysis
The Kingdom of Jordan said that it had condemned, “in the strongest terms, the repeated Israeli violations and its infiltration into Syrian territory."
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Israel conducts landing on former air defense base in southwest Damascus - sources
Israel conducts an airborne landing on a former Iranian-controlled air defense base near Damascus, preceded by strikes according to Syrian army sources and state-run TV.
Israel launches strikes on former army barracks in southwestern Damascus countryside - sources
Israel has stepped up its incursions in southern Syria, and the latest strikes coincide with security talks between Damascus and its long-time foe aimed at reaching a deal to reduce tensions.
‘US sanctions relief for Syria is conditional,’ Syrian American politician says
Washington’s easing of sanctions is tied to Syria’s political trajectory, leaving key figures from the Assad regime still under restrictions.
US seeks Israeli-Syrian security deal announcement during September UNGA, source tells 'Post'
The source added that “there is a real chance to reach certain understandings on security issues between the two countries by this date.”
Sharaa claims 'chances are high' Syria will reach security agreement with Israel
The Syrian president said that Syria is at an advanced stage in reaching an agreement
Integrating the Kurdish communit? Syria has more pressing concerns - analysis
Damascus is still trying to crack down on ISIS threats, and fund people who have returned from displaced persons camps. The gov't wants to focus on issues closer to home, such as Israel, and Sweida.
Syria’s returning refugees face ruins, not relief - analysis
The Norwegian Refugee Council said on Thursday that the world is “failing the Syrians who have returned home.”
Inside Israel-Syria meeting in Paris: Talks on de-escalating southern Syria, IDF withdrawal
Topics included: compliance with the 1974 cease-fire agreement, violence in southern Syria, smuggling and refugees
Sharaa's nightmare is on the verge of realization, and a push could topple his regime - analysis
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is in a difficult predicament: he wants complete control over all of Syria but has lost the trust of the minorities.