Rebel forces, led by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, have launched a significant offensive in Aleppo, seizing control of major parts of Syria’s second-largest city. This unexpected move prompted Russian airstrikes and a withdrawal of Syrian military troops. HTS,…
The White House attributed the recent seizure of Aleppo by jihadists and allied rebel groups to President Bashar al-Assad’s regime’s reliance on Russia and Iran. National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby stated that Assad’s consistent refusal to engage in the…
Jihadist-led rebels have seized control of Aleppo airport and numerous towns in Aleppo, Syria, following a rapid offensive amidst a ceasefire in Lebanon. President Bashar al-Assad condemned the attacks and vowed to defeat the ‘terrorists,’ while Russia conducted its first…
During a phone conversation with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani highlighted the close connection between Syria’s security and stability and Iraq’s national security. He noted that this relationship is vital for regional stability in the…
As jihadists advance in Aleppo, unverified reports circulate online about a potential coup attempt against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad by members of the military. Intelligence officer Hussam Luka is allegedly in a prominent position in this supposed plot, while gunfire…
A global alert has been raised following the return of jihadist forces to Aleppo, Syria’s second-largest city, after a rapid two-day offensive against Bashar al-Assad’s regime. By Saturday, rebel forces had taken control of significant parts of Aleppo, marking the…
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that Russian air forces conducted strikes against Syrian rebels to support the country’s military, amidst advances by forces fighting against President Bashar al-Assad. The air strikes aimed at gathering places for fighters and military…
In a significant escalation of the Syrian civil war, government forces have withdrawn from Aleppo following a major offensive by opposition rebels, leading to over 300 deaths, including civilians. Recent airstrikes by Russia mark its first involvement in Aleppo since…
Bente Scheller, a Middle East expert from the Heinrich Böll Foundation, discusses the unexpected advance of Syrian rebel groups in Aleppo, indicating a significant weakness in Bashar al-Assad’s regime. The rebels from Idlib have apparently seized control with little resistance,…
Rebel forces, led by the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), have initiated a significant offensive against the Syrian government, succeeding in taking control of large parts of Aleppo. This marks a notable escalation in the conflict, provoking Russian…
A sudden and significant attack by jihadists and rebel groups in northern Syria against President Bashar al-Assad’s regime has led to rapid territorial gains in Aleppo, prompting heightened diplomatic engagement. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to visit Syria…
Rebel forces in Syria have launched their largest offensive in years, gaining control of most of Aleppo amid minimal resistance from government troops. This coordinated assault by the jihadist alliance Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and other factions results from prolonged preparations…
