Why the West Embraced Syria’s New Government but Shunned the Taliban

In a recent Foreign Policy article, the contrasting international treatment of Syria’s new leadership and Afghanistan’s Taliban government is explored, despite both having roots in Islamist movements and assuming power through military means. The article …

U.S. Envoy: Syria’s President Sharaa Faces Assassination Risk, But Offers a Path to Stability

The United States is increasingly concerned that Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s push for inclusive governance and cooperation with the West could make him a target for assassination, warned US Special Envoy Tom Barrack in a recent interview with Al- …

Syria’s Foreign Minister Engages in High-Level Diplomacy at Oslo Peace Forum

Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad al-Shibani held a series of high-level diplomatic meetings this week on the sidelines of the Oslo Peace Forum, underscoring the transitional government’s efforts to consolidate international legitimacy, advance bilateral …

Deferred Justice or Dangerous Pragmatism? Syria’s Transitional Authority and the Codification of Impunity

In the aftermath of Bashar al-Assad’s downfall, hopes were high that Syria’s transitional period would mark the beginning of a state founded on justice, accountability, and the dignity of its citizens. Yet recent developments, as documented across multiple …

Toward a Fair and Comprehensive Tax Reform in Syria’s Transitional Phase

The Syrian Ministry of Finance recently announced the formation of a central governmental committee tasked with reforming the country’s tax system. The committee is expected to review the existing structure of taxes and fees and propose a new, …

TrendingIsrael cancels Palestinian bank waiver and Syria issues swimwear rules

Israeli and Palestinian banks are no longer able to work together. A new Syrian dress code is drawing mixed reactions in the country. The US and China say they have agreed to a plan for de-escalating trade tensions. On today's episode of Trending …

Trump Has Deployed More Troops in LA Than Syria and Iraq, Per US Counts

President Donald Trump’s latest deployment of thousands of National Guard troops and Marines to Los Angeles means that there are now more troops carrying out Trump’s anti-protest crackdown in southern California than in both Iraq and Syria, regions where …

Israel weighs peace negotiations with Syria, asks US to mediate - report

They went to Syria to fight with rebels. Now they don’t want to leave

Raja Abdulrahim Jun 12, 2025 – 9.00am Gift this article Subscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Login In the eyes of Syria’s new leaders, the foreign fighters who …

This family in Syria has kept the centuries-old tradition of Sufi whirling dervishes alive

In the heart of Damascus, a group of men and boys dressed in long, white robes and tall headpieces stood in a semicircle. Their chants filled the courtyard of a traditional Damascene house that was turned into a hotel. Potted jasmine and geraniums …