Syria’s dire economic woes threaten to undermine its new government
Assad’s ouster has seen his Iranian allies end crucial oil supplies. Meanwhile, many economic sanctions that initially ...
The Phantom Terrorists: Searching for Islamic State in Syria
For many years, the Syrian desert was an incredibly dangerous place. Experts believe the last remnants of Islamic State are still there. But are they really?
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Homs’s troubles show the challenges facing Syria’s leaders
The mounting chaos in Homs exemplifies the challenge Mr Sharaa faces all over Syria. His government must ensure the safety of ...
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Atatürk’s Ankara
This is the twelvth part in a series about riding night trains across Europe and the Near East to Armenia—to spend time in ...
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Ankara remains an obstacle to peace in Syria
Turkey seeks to extend its control in Syria, pushing a colonial-style administration while targeting Kurdish forces. It ...
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MENACASA: Geopolitical risk analysis of disruptions
Turkish President Erdogan's 2025 visit to Pakistan can prove to be major turning point for Pakistan and region. The visit comes at a time when the national political leadership within Islamic world is ...
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UN Counter-Terror Chief: Global Unity Key vs. Terror
Speakers Discuss Risk ISIL/Da'esh, Their Affiliates Pose in Syria, Afghanistan, Across AfricaThe resilience of terrorist ...
Tensions Build in Syria Between New Leaders and Kurdish-Led Militia
The interim government in Damascus has called for a powerful Kurdish-led militia backed by the United States to disarm and ...
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Syria after Assad: How to rebuild from the ashes of war
The transitional process will be fraught with challenges, but the Syrian people deserve a peaceful, stable and prosperous ...
Chemical weapons agency chief to meet Syrian officials in Damascus on Saturday, sources say
The head of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), a global non-proliferation agency, will meet ...
Chemical weapons agency chief says Damascus meetings first step towards improved ties
The head of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons said on Saturday meetings he had with Syria's new ...
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Chemical weapons agency chief to meet Syrian officials in Damascus on Saturday, sources say
DAMASCUS - The head of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), a global non-proliferation agency, will meet Syrian officials in Damascus on Saturday, three sources ...