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MILITARYAug 28Syria's al-Sharaa appoints SDF commander as adviser after Kurdish force dissolvesThe appointment came days after Abdi declared the Kurdish-led force dissolved and integrated into the Syrian army, ending a decade of independent existence in a move Washington called "genuine integration".EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 28Arab Group at UN : Syria unity , stability key to regional securityThe Arab Group at the UN emphasized that Syria's unity and stability are crucial for ensuring regional security. This highlights the international diplomatic perspective on the ongoing situation in Syria and its broader impact.sana.sy · Syria
POLITICSAug 28Syria's top Druze leader calls community 'integral part of Israel'Sheikh al-Aql Hikmat al-Hijri made the declaration at a gathering in Suwayda, praising Israel's model of state-building and saying the two communities shared doctrinal "common denominators," a statement that deepens the rift with Damascus.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 28Syrian president appoints kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi as adviserThe Syrian president has appointed Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi as an adviser. This development could indicate shifts in regional political dynamics and power structures.bgnes.com · Bulgaria
BUSINESSAug 27Syria marks first international card transaction in more than 15 years with Mastercard and QNB GroupSyria has completed its first international card transaction in over 15 years, involving Mastercard and QNB Group. This marks a notable step in the country's re-engagement with the global financial system.gnnliberia.com · Liberia
WORLDAug 27Newly Digitized Materials Paint a Fuller Picture of 19th Assyrians in IranNewly digitized materials are providing a more comprehensive understanding of 19th-century Assyrian communities in Iran. This development offers new insights into their history and culture.aina.org · Iraq
BUSINESSAug 27Mastercard, Visa process first international card payments in SyriaMastercard and Visa have processed their first international card payments in Syria. This marks a significant development for financial services in the region, indicating a change in international financial access.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSAug 27Syria's president pays for coffee with Visa card as Damascus rejoins financial systemsSyria's president paid for a coffee in Damascus with a Visa card this week to mark the country's removal from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism and the reconnection of its banks to the global financial system.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTAug 27Israel continues attacks on Syria, Lebanon despite US push for diplomacyAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 27Syria’s president makes first Visa payment after sanctions removalA video shows Syria’s president using a Visa card, one day after the US removed the country from 'terrorism' list.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTAug 27Israeli forces raid home after fresh incursion into Syria Quneitraaa.com.tr · Turkey
POLITICSAug 26 Zero Problems Abroad , Plenty at Home : Reassessing al Sharaa Leadership in SyriaThis article reassesses the leadership of al Sharaa in Syria, noting a disparity between external perceptions and internal issues. It suggests challenges within the country despite an appearance of stability abroad.warontherocks.com · United States
CONFLICTAug 26Kurds weigh hope and caution as Syria’s SDF dissolves and joins the state militaryJapan Today
CONFLICTAug 26Kurds weigh hope and caution as Syria’s SDF dissolves and joins the state military - AP NewsAP News
MILITARYAug 26Kurdish-led SDF has dissolved, but has Syria really unified its military?SDF's dissolution is a major victory for Damascus, but unresolved questions over command and deployment remain.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTAug 26Capitulation or compromise ? What SDF dissolution means for Sharaa , Turkey and Syria Kurdsal-monitor.com · Israel
POLITICSAug 26“Zero Problems” Abroad, Plenty at Home: Reassessing al Sharaa’s Leadership in SyriaIn 2025, Rob Geist Pinfold wrote, “The March Massacres Show That Syria Urgently Needs Solutions, Not Sanctions,” in which he argued that sanctions relief was a major way the West could positively engage with the new Syrian government. A year later, after sanctions relief materialized and the United States removed Syria from its list of terrorism sponsors, we asked him to revisit his arguments and reassess President Ahmed al Sharaa’s leadership, both foreign and domestic. Image: Voice of America via Wikimedia CommonsIn your 2025 article, you argued that one way the West sWar on the Rocks
POLITICSAug 26US delisting Syria as sponsor of terror deals heavy blow to victimsThe US delisting of Syria as a state sponsor of terror is seen as a significant setback for victims. This political decision has major implications for international counter-terrorism efforts and those affected by past events.jpost.com · Israel
POLITICSAug 26Telephone conversation with President of Syria Ahmed al - SharaaA telephone conversation took place with Ahmed al-Sharaa, identified as the President of Syria. This indicates ongoing diplomatic engagement with the Syrian leader.en.kremlin.ru · Russia
CONFLICTAug 26Turkey says dissolution of Kurdish-led group crucial for Syrian stabilityTurkey on Wednesday said the dissolution of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) marked a key step towards strengthening state authority and achieving lasting stability in Syria. Turkey has long regarded the SDF as an extension of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), which waged an insurgency against the Turkish state for decades. FRANCE 24's Jasper Mortimer reports from Ankara, Turkey.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 26Turkey AK party welcomes dissolution of Kurdish - led SDF , deepens Syria tiesTurkey's AK party has welcomed the dissolution of the Kurdish-led SDF and is deepening ties with Syria, signaling a significant shift in regional political alliances.jpost.com · Israel
POLITICSAug 26A new chapter for Syria’s Kurds: What integration really meansThe integration of the Kurdish administration within Syria's state institutions is now complete, Syrian Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi said on Thursday, marking the end of the Kurds' long-held dream of autonomy. The announcement follows months of negotiations between the two sides after a January agreement that called for the full integration of Kurdish civil and military institutions into the state -- a move Washington deemed "historic". FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Andrew Hilliar tells us more.France 24 [en]
MILITARYAug 26Syria's main Kurdish force SDF ceases to exist after army mergerCommander Mazloum Abdi announced the SDF's dissolution at the presidential palace in Damascus, ending the existence of the Kurdish-led force that served as Washington's main partner against the so-called Islamic State terrorist group.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 26Explainer : What is driving the rapid thaw in U . S .- Syria relations ? This article serves as an explainer on the factors contributing to a rapid improvement in U.S.-Syria relations. It analyzes significant shifts in international diplomacy.israelherald.com · Israel
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