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Iran Expands Military Alliances in Syria, Threatening Regional Stability

Iran, Russia, and Turkey intensify joint efforts to bolster their influence in Syria and the South Caucasus, expanding cooperation and support for proxy groups as Israel remains on high alert.

IDF Chief of Staff Reaffirms Israel’s Strategic Defense in Syria Against Iranian Terror Threats

The IDF assessed and reinforced strategic positions in Syria to counter Iranian-backed threats, emphasizing ongoing defense operations to safeguard Israel’s northern border and regional stability.

Iraq Faces Dilemma Over Syrian President’s Visit Amid Iran’s Terror Threats

Iraq faces a diplomatic and security test as it prepares to host Syria’s president, who is subject to an open arrest warrant, at a Baghdad conference next month. The unresolved legal case highlights ongoing cross-border security challenges and Iranian-backed destabilization.

Iraq

War

U.S. Reduces Forces at Conoco Base as Iran-Backed Militants Escalate Aggression

The United States has begun withdrawing troops from its Conoco base in eastern Syria amid increasing threats from Iranian-backed militias, prompting regional concerns about security and power vacuums.

Syria

War

Iran’s Deceptive Diplomacy Fuels Terrorism Against Israel

Iran is advancing its regional agenda through a mix of indirect and direct diplomatic channels, strengthening its network of proxies and increasing pressure on Israel while avoiding international accountability.

Islamic Republic of Iran

IDF Expands Operation ‘Might and Sword’; Hostage Release Needed to Halt Advance

IDF Spokesperson details expanded Gaza operations, confirms 250 terrorists killed, and declares only hostage release can halt Israeli advance.

Israel

Turkey Escalates Military Presence in Syria, Threatens Israel’s Security

Turkey deploys military convoys to central Syria, alarming Israel as Ankara eyes bases in Homs and Damascus alongside Islamist allies.

Europe, Syria

New Syrian Government Initiates Diplomatic Talks with Israel, Saudi Arabia Supports Regional Stability

Syria’s new government, backed by Saudi Arabia, opens backchannels with Israel, signaling potential normalization and Iran’s regional collapse.

Saudi Arabia

Israeli Security Official Warns: Turkish Military Base in Syria Threatens National Security

Israel warns Turkey’s planned Syria base threatens regional stability, citing Julani’s Islamist ties and vowing to protect operational freedom.

Israel

Hind Kabawat: A Christian Leader Paving the Way for Syria’s Democratic Future

Hind Kabawat, a Christian reform advocate, becomes Syria’s only female minister in Julani’s interim government—hopeful symbol or token gesture?

Syria

Beware of Julani’s New Government: A Jihadist Rebranding

Julani’s new Syrian government projects diversity, but retains core power with former jihadists—raising doubts about its true intentions.

Syria

IDF Paratroopers and Yahalom Commandos Dismantle Terrorist Weapons Caches in Syria

IDF paratroopers and Yahalom forces raided Syrian weapon caches, destroying explosives and arms meant for terror attacks on Israel.

Israel

Israel’s Airstrikes in Syria: Essential Defense Against Iranian Terrorism

Israel’s defensive strikes in Syria target Iran-backed terror networks, ensuring security by dismantling weapons shipments, military bases, and terrorist command centers.

Syria

HTS Targets Hezbollah: Infighting Among Terror Groups Escalates

HTS and Hezbollah, rival terror groups, are now clashing near the Syrian-Lebanese border, further weakening Iran’s regional influence and stability.

Syria

EU Grants Legitimacy to Jihadist Leader Al-Sharaa in Brussels Invite

The EU invites Syria’s jihadist leader al-Sharaa to Brussels, legitimizing terrorism while ignoring his regime’s massacres and ties to al-Qaeda

Syria

Israel’s Foreign Minister Urges Europe to Reject Legitimizing Syria’s Jihadist Regime

Israel’s Foreign Minister warns Europe to stop legitimizing Syria’s new jihadist-led regime after mass killings of civilians following Assad’s overthrow

Israel

Jihadists in Suits Remain Terrorists: Syria’s Dangerous Deception

The Syrian massacre proves jihadists never change, even in suits. Western leaders must stop legitimizing extremists disguised as politicians

Syria

745 Civilians Killed in Syria: Islamist Terrorists Target Minorities

Islamist militants massacred 745 Christians, Druze, and Alawites in Syria, while mainstream media and activists remain silent, fearing backlash or financial ties

Syria

Alawite Civilians Face Brutal Massacres by Syrian Security Forces, Death Toll Reaches 745

The death toll from Syrian security forces’ massacres of Alawites has reached 745, highlighting escalating sectarian violence and Syria’s deepening post-Assad chaos

Syria

Israel’s Actions Prevented Genocide as Jihadists Massacre in Syria

The world condemned Israel for destroying Syria’s chemical weapons. Now, Al-Jolani’s jihadists are massacring Christians and Druze, proving Israel was right.

Europe, Syria

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