Syria

Syrian president Sharaa arrives in Riyadh on official visit, SANA reports

Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in the Saudi capital for an official visit, where he is expected to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa attends the Ministry of Awqaf conference titled "Unity of Islamic Discourse" at the Conference Palace in Damascus, Syria, February 16, 2026.
IDF operating in Syria's security zone.

Syria terror suspects unarmed, attempted to gather intelligence on IDF posts in Security Zone

Hezbollah and Syrian flags are seen fluttering in Fleita, Syria.

After meeting in Turkey, can Syria's new government manage tensions with Hezbollah? - analysis

IDF operating in Syria's security zone.

IDF arrests weapons traffickers in Nablus, kills would-be infiltrator in southern Syria


Al-Shaara says Syria-Israel talks had reached 90% agreement as Israel accuses UN of bias

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa listens to French President during a joint press conference after a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris, on May 7, 2025.

King Abdullah’s UNGA warnings on Israel’s actions in Syria reflect wider regional shift - analysis

Many people in northern Jordan have historic ties to people in southern Syria and vice versa. At the same time Jordan wants to prevent any spillover from Syria into Jordan.

Jordan's King Abdullah II addresses the 81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 22, 2026.

IDF detains 14 HaBashan Pioneers attempting to infiltrate into Syria, establish settlements

The IDF detained 14 Israelis from the extremist Pioneers of Bashan after they crossed the Israel's Golan border into Syria, condemning the move and urging prosecution.

Jewish settler encampment, used for grazing, is located on Palestinian land in the Masoudiya area, northwest of Nablus in the West Bank. Jewish settlers attacked Palestinian homes, throwing stones and setting fire to farmland in the village of Deir Dibwan and the Masoudiya area. June 15, 2026.

Sharaa: October 7 cannot dictate Israel's Syria policy, talks reached 90% agreement

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said Israel must change its security approach, revealed that direct talks have been underway for nearly a year, and insisted on returning to the 1974 border lines.

Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa attends the 81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 22, 2026.

Olmert reveals intelligence breakthrough leading to Israel's 2007 strike on Syrian nuclear reactor

Former prime minister Ehud Olmert said the intelligence breakthrough that led to Israel's strikes on a Syrian nuclear reactor began with a young Mossad recruit in an interview with Channel 12.

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert testifies during a hearing of the civil investigative committee on the October 7 massacre, in Tel Aviv, August 8, 2024

Trump’s meeting with Arab states on UN sidelines displays US Mideast strategy during war - analysis

The meeting included leaders from Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Qatar, and Turkey, as well as officials from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Egypt, the UAE, and other countries.

US President Donald Trump prepares to shake hands during a multilateral meeting with leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council, which includes the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman, during the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City, US, September 22,

How Arab-Israeli air defense coordination is developing into a regional security shield - analysis

Iranian and Houthi attacks led to close cooperation between the US, Israel, and regional partners against the ballistic missile and drone threat. This laid the foundations for what came next.

The UAE aerobatics team "Fursan Al Emarat" team performs during the second international air show and aerospace expo at El Alamein International Airport in El Alamein, Egypt, September 9, 2026. Egypt is hosting the event from September 8 to 10, 2026.

Syria and Iraq at the UNGA: Two key Arab states seek inroads at NY meeting - analysis

Both Iraq and Syria are at a crossroads. The meetings at the UN suggest they are seeking a new future for the region. If they can't bring home the investment they need, difficult times lie ahead. 

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa (left), Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi (right); Illustrative.

Syria grows increasingly concerned about suspicious explosions near Aleppo

If the explosions continue, suspicion will continue to grow. Levant24 has highlighted that the Aleppo explosion is the fourth this month.

An explosion takes place in an area controlled by Israel in southern Lebanon, as seen from the edge of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, Lebanon, July 23, 2026.

Russia or the US? Post-Assad Syria tries to keep both powers in play - analysis

As Russian ships resupply Moscow’s remaining military presence and US companies arrive seeking investment opportunities, Damascus is trying to build ties with Washington without abandoning Moscow.

A Syrian rebel fighter (C) looks on as he stands at an inspection checkpoint for incoming vehicles before a Russian flag and Russian soldiers behind manning the entrance of the Russian-leased Syrian military base of Hmeimim in Latakia province in western Syria on December 29, 2024.