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Fighter jet sorties over Daraa in southern Syria mark intensifying regional tensions and highlight ongoing threats from Iranian-backed militias as Israel continues to defend its borders and stability.
Newly released documentation confirms the existence of tunnel networks in eastern Syria used by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and affiliated proxies, substantiating previous credible intelligence reports of Iranian entrenchment and clandestine infrastructure.
Senior leaders of Iran-backed Palestinian groups have left Damascus under pressure from Syrian security agencies, signaling a shift in Syria’s regional approach amid heightened Middle Eastern tensions.
Potential US removal of Caesar Act sanctions on Syria could enable vital international investment, boost economic recovery, and impact regional security and Israel’s strategic interests.
Syrian forces have uncovered frequent underground Iranian arms caches near Albu Kamal after the withdrawal of Iranian-backed militias, revealing the scale of Iran’s entrenchment and strategic influence in eastern Syria.
Over 2,500 personal artifacts belonging to executed Israeli spy Eli Cohen have been recovered from Syria in a covert Mossad mission, highlighting Israel’s ongoing intelligence operations and historic commitment.
Syria’s defense minister has issued a ten-day ultimatum for small armed groups to integrate with state security, reflecting the regime’s efforts to consolidate control amid ongoing regional turmoil and Iranian interference.
Arab media report secret talks between Israeli and Syrian officials, reflecting evolving security considerations and regional strategies in response to ongoing threats from Iranian-backed groups operating in Syria.
A high-profile U.S. comment favorably describing a Syrian militant leader has drawn sharp reactions, spotlighting Syria’s complex web of armed groups and the ongoing threat to Israel from Iranian-backed terror networks.
Recent exchanges involving Syrian rebel leadership and US policymakers reflect shifting strategies to counter Iranian-backed proxies in Syria and support Israeli security, with economic overtures also emerging.
Arab commentators have condemned reports of a recent meeting between a former US president and a notorious Syrian terrorist, deepening regional mistrust and provoking renewed debate over Western alliances.
A rare interview with a former ISIS operative sheds light on the alleged reliance of Arab rulers on U.S. support, revealing regional power dynamics and the persistent threat of Iranian-backed terror.
Syria’s currency experiences a rare uptick against the US dollar, prompting public celebrations. Economic hardship, Iranian entrenchment, and regional instability continue to define Syria’s uncertain future.
The U.S. is withdrawing its forces and equipment from northern Syria into Iraq, creating a security vacuum as Iranian-backed militias and regional instability threaten the balance of power.
The United States removed major sanctions on Syria, aiming to revive its economy. This move could shift the regional balance, raising Israeli concerns over Iranian-backed threats from Syrian territory.
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