December 2024
Pentagon Announces U.S. Troop Numbers in Syria Have Doubled
The Pentagon has announced that U.S. troop numbers in Syria have increased to nearly 2,000, doubling the previously reported figure of 900. This increase is…
France Seeks to Lift Sanctions and Begin Reconstruction in Syria; Main Condition: Comprehensive Power Transfer
France is set to host an international meeting next month to discuss lifting sanctions and aiding Syria's reconstruction, contingent upon a power transfer from Bashar…
Senior US Congress Member Warns Turkey Against Attacking Syrian Kurds
Lindsey Graham warns Turkey against military action against Syrian Kurds, citing the risk of ISIS prisoner escapes and regional instability. He emphasizes the need for…
Mehrdad Farahmand, Middle East Analyst: The Balance of Power in the Region has Shifted in Favor of Turkey
Recent changes in Syria are reshaping the strategic landscape of the region, potentially leading to a new political order. The insights come from Mehrdad Farahmand,…
What We Know About the Details of the Rebels' Operations in Syria and the Armed Groups Involved
Armed clashes in northern Syria have escalated, with rebels launching operations against the Assad government, particularly in Aleppo and Idlib. The 'Response to Aggression' operation…