Tag: Syria
Kurdish Self-Defense Forces in Syria Refuse to Disband
‘Considering the behavior of the various parties toward us, it is impossible to dissolve our military forces,’ SDF spokesman said. The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), under the Kurdish-led administration that governs northeastern Syria in practice, reject dissolving after the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s administration, as demanded by Türkiye and the Islamist provisional government installed in […]
December 20, 2024
Iraqi Prime Minister Expresses Concern Over Developments in Syria and the Threat of ISIS
Iraqi Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani expressed concern on Thursday regarding the developments in Syria and warned about the potential consequences for Iraq and the region due to the presence of armed and terrorist organizations, particularly ISIS. Related:Iraqui Resistance Launches a Drone Strike Against Israel During a meeting with ambassadors from Arab nations, Al-Sudani stated […]
December 19, 2024
Türkiye and Lebanon to Act Together on Syrian Issues
‘The stability of Syria is crucial for the stability of the region,’ Erdogan pointed out. On Wednesday, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed that Türkiye and Lebanon have agreed to work together on Syrian issues following the downfall of Bashar al-Assad. RELATED: Lebanon: Israeli Settlers Also Violates the Ceasefire “A new era has begun in Syria. […]
December 19, 2024
Israel’s Expansionist Actions in the Golan Heights Raise International Concerns
In a troubling escalation of tensions, Israel has seized control of the UN-monitored peace zone in the Syrian Golan Heights, capitalizing on the turmoil following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad. Related:UN Ratifies Palestinian People’s Right to Self-Determination The Zionist regime has launched attacks on civilian territories with apparent expansionist objectives, prompting the United Nations to […]
December 18, 2024
Germany Rejects Possible Turkish Offensive Against Syrian Kurds
The Syrian Kurds’ civilian administration warned that Türkiye is preparing to attack them again. On Tuesday, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock urged Türkiye to refrain from launching a large-scale incursion into the Kurdish autonomous region in Syria. RELATED: Bashar al-Assad Denies Betraying Syrian People by Leaving Power “Kobani is a symbol of the courageous fight […]
December 17, 2024
Türkiye Prepares Large-Scale Incursion Against Syrian Kurds: WSJ
If Türkiye proceeds with its invasion, the consequences will be catastrophic, said aIlham Ahmed. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that Türkiye and its allied militias are amassing forces at the border with Syria, raising the possibility that Ankara may be preparing for a large-scale incursion into Kurdish-controlled territory, which is backed by the United […]
December 17, 2024
Bashar al-Assad Denies Betraying Syrian People by Leaving Power
He issued a statement on the circumstances leading to his departure from his country. On Monday, the ousted Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, who reappeared nine days after leaving Damascus to go into exile in Russia, denied betraying the army and the people of Syria when he stepped down on December 8. RELATED: Syria’s HTS Leader […]
December 16, 2024
Syria’s HTS Leader Meets UN Envoy on National Political Transition
Ahmad al-Shara pledged to create a safe environment for the return of refugees. On Sunday, Syria’s Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader, Ahmad al-Shara, held a meeting with United Nations Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen in Damascus to discuss the political transition in the country, according to a statement released by local al-Watan Online news […]
December 16, 2024
Saudi Arabia: Kingdom Condemns Israeli Plan to Increase Population in Golan Heights
On Sunday, Saudi Arabia condemned the Israeli government’s approval of a plan aimed at doubling the population of the occupied and annexed Golan Heights. Related: Iran Condemns Israel’s Further Occupation of Golan The Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, “unanimously approved” an $11 million initiative for the “demographic development of the Golan,” citing […]
December 15, 2024
Over 7,600 Syrians Return From Türkiye in 5 Days After Assad’s Downfall
Türkiye still hosts nearly 3 million Syrian refugees, according to official data. On Sunday, Türkiye’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced that 7,621 Syrian nationals voluntarily returned to their homeland between Dec. 9 and Dec. 13, following the downfall of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government. RELATED: Israeli Forces to Be Buried in Syria: Salami In […]