HTS
Hayʼat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) is an armed Islamist rebel group in Syria. They have been waging an armed conflict against the regime of Bashar Assad as well as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Elderly Druze Sheikh dies after humiliation by Syrian HTS
Sources close to the Sheikh confirm his death after a viral video circulated the internet showing Shahine, 80, being publicly humiliated by members of HTS in al-Tha'la.
IDF prepares for days of battles in Sweida, carries out aerial strikes on 160 Syrian targets
Chikli denounces Syria's Sharaa as 'barbaric terrorist murder who should be eliminated'
Where is Hanegbi? Conflicting reports cast doubts over Israel-Syria peace talks
US revokes foreign terrorist designation for Syria's HTS, as part of terminating sanctions
The Trump administration keeps advancing on the normalization of relations with Syria, with its last step being revoking the foreign terrorist designation for Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham.
From jihadist to president: Is Ahmed al-Sharaa's transformation true or false? - opinion
Ahmed al-Sharaa’s journey from jihadist commander to president presents the world with a highly dramatic transformation. Is it genuine or mere show?
Syrian Interior Ministry announces targeted operation against ISIS cell in Aleppo
Syria launched an operation against ISIS in several parts of Aleppo at a time of regional anxiety about a possible resurgence of the terror group.
Syrians welcome sanctions relief, outcome remains unclear
In a partial policy shift, the US has eased some sanctions on Syria, allowing humanitarian aid, remittances, and limited civil sector activity.
Macron's eastward shift may spark Middle East anti-colonial revolt - opinion
Macron’s bet may buy short-term contracts and headlines, but it threatens to poison long-term relations and renew resentment.
Normalization between al Sharaa's Syria, Israel possible after decades of hostilities - opinion
If al Sharaa eventually delivers the state that he promises, he will have proved himself the most remarkable leader to have emerged in the Arab world.
Israel using old airstrike policy with new Syrian gov't - is it outdated? - analysis
The Druze in Syria are divided between different leaders and voices. It’s likely that many want a middle ground and prefer some kind of autonomy but don’t want a full break with Damascus.
Syria's Sharaa will attend Arab Summit, marking a potential path towards stability
Syria's invitation to the Arab Summit comes after Sharaa met Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani.
UK lifts sanctions against Syria's defense ministry and intelligence agencies
A notice posted online by the British finance ministry said that 12 entities no longer subject to an asset freeze.
Syrian forces detain two ‘Palestinian leaders in Damascus’ - report
This comes after the new Islamist leadership in Damascus cut ties with the Islamic Republic.
US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say
The US plans to cut its troop presence in Syria by half, consolidating bases as part of a broader regional military review.
