Ahmad al-Sharaa

Syrian authorities seized a truck carrying advanced weapons and rockets at the Iraq border, allegedly bound for Lebanon's Hezbollah, which is at war with Israel. The new Syrian leadership has intensified efforts to block weapons smuggling to Iran-backed groups, as U.S. President Donald Trump has urged military action against Hezbollah.

The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons has reinstated Syria’s voting rights, citing its cooperation in destroying hidden chemical munitions. This decision follows a five-year suspension due to Syria’s past use of toxic gas and recent actions to dismantle remaining weapons under new leadership, including President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The U.S. also recently removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will license Patriot air defense systems to be produced for Ukraine to counter Russian missile attacks. Trump made the announcement during a NATO summit meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, while also addressing topics including U.S. military actions in Iran, Syria's role against Hezbollah, and sanctions relief for Syria.

Two bombs exploded near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying, injuring 18 people. The attack occurred as Macron met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, with Macron's office stating he was unaware of the blasts.

The White House confirmed US President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at 2:30 p.m. local time on July 8 during the NATO summit in Ankara. The meeting is followed by a bilateral session with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa.

Explosions in Damascus injured 18 people during French President Macron's visit, marking the second attack in a week. Macron and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa agreed to reappoint ambassadors after over a decade, signaling restored diplomatic ties. The blasts occurred near Macron's hotel and involved devices in a garbage bin and a parked car.

Explosions in Damascus injured 18 people during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The blasts, caused by devices in a garbage bin and a parked car, occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel where Macron was staying. Macron continued his meeting despite the attacks, emphasizing Syria's aspirations for sovereignty and stability.

Explosions in Damascus injured 18 people, including police officers, during French President Macron's visit to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The blasts, caused by devices in a garbage bin and a parked car, occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel where Macron was staying. No group claimed responsibility, and an investigation is ongoing.

Explosions were heard near French President Emmanuel Macron's hotel in Damascus during his surprise visit, hosted by Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. Macron has been instrumental in advocating for European and U.S. sanctions relief on Syria.

Explosions in Damascus wounded four people during French President Macron's visit to Syria. Macron's office confirmed he was safe and that his meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa would proceed as planned.

Explosions in Damascus wounded four people during French President Macron's visit to Syria. Macron's office confirmed his safety and the continuation of his meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa.

Explosions occurred in Damascus as French President Emmanuel Macron met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The blasts near the Four Seasons Hotel, where Macron was staying, were caused by explosive devices, though no casualties were immediately reported. A prior attack in a Damascus cafe had killed at least 10 people days earlier.

Explosions occurred in Damascus as French President Emmanuel Macron met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The explosions happened near the Four Seasons Hotel, where Macron was staying. Syrian authorities did not immediately comment, but Macron's office confirmed he was unharmed and the visit continued.

The NATO summit begins with a focus on defense spending amid tensions with the US over Iran and Greenland. Explosions in Damascus, Syria, occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel, where French president Emmanuel Macron stayed after meeting Syrian president Ahmad al-Sharaa.

Explosions occurred in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The blasts near the Four Seasons Hotel, where Macron was staying, were caused by explosive devices, resulting in a large smoke plume and visible damage. No group claimed responsibility, and casualty numbers remain unclear.

Explosions occurred in Damascus shortly after French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at the presidential palace to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa.

French President Emmanuel Macron visited Syria as the first major Western leader since Bashar al-Assad's ousting in December 2024. He traveled with a business delegation to discuss regional security and investment opportunities and will attend a NATO summit in Ankara where Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa is set to meet US President Donald Trump.

French President Emmanuel Macron became the first major Western leader to visit Syria since Bashar al-Assad's 2024 ouster. His visit, during a period of Middle East calm, includes discussions on regional security and investment with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, who will also meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the NATO summit in Ankara.

French President Emmanuel Macron visited Syria, becoming the first major Western leader to do so since 2024, following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's earlier visit. Macron's trip includes discussions on regional security and investment with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, amid ongoing concerns about Syria's new Islamist-led government and its policies toward women and minorities.

President Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey to focus on defense spending and regional issues. The Trump administration also faces scrutiny over the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool project and a doctored photo of the Obamas, while Trump's intervention for a U.S. athlete and NATO spending pledges have sparked international reactions.

President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. Trump aims to enforce NATO members' defense spending pledges, faces questions about the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool repair project, and posted a doctored photo of former President Barack Obama and his wife.

President Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. Trump aims to enforce NATO members' defense spending pledges and has criticized the U.S. defense budget compared to other countries.

President Donald Trump plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey, according to the White House.

President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey, as announced by the White House.

President Donald Trump is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey, as announced by the White House.

President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey, according to the White House.

President Donald Trump secured NATO members' commitment to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2024. He will meet with leaders in Turkey to enforce this pledge and address issues like the Iran war and Ukraine-Russia conflict. Trump will also meet with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Syrian President al-Sharaa during the summit.

President Trump secured NATO members' commitments to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2024 and will push for enforcement at an upcoming summit in Turkey. The article highlights Trump's influence over NATO, his grievances about U.S. defense spending, and planned meetings with leaders including Ukraine's Zelenskyy, Russia's Putin, and Turkey's Erdogan.

President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. The discussions come amid ongoing Russian advances in Ukraine and Trump's public focus on Syria's role in the Middle East.

Trump is expected to demand 'loyalty' from NATO allies at an upcoming summit and will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the event.

US President Donald Trump plans to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the Nato summit in Turkey, as Kyiv seeks to refocus his attention on the conflict with Moscow and Trump discusses Syria's role in the Middle East.

President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. The meetings come as Ukraine's war with Russia enters its fifth year, and Trump has expressed interest in Syria's role in regional conflicts.

President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. The meetings follow discussions with Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin about ending the Ukraine war, and Trump has expressed interest in Syria's role in addressing regional conflicts.

President Donald Trump plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey.

President Trump is set to meet with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Syrian President al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. The meetings occur amid ongoing discussions about ending the Ukraine-Russia war and Trump's interest in Syria's role regarding Hezbollah in Lebanon.

President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. The meetings occur amid ongoing discussions about Ukraine's conflict with Russia and Trump's interest in Syria's role in the Middle East.

French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Syria soon, becoming the first Western leader to do so since former President Bashar Assad's 2024 ouster. The visit follows Macron's May 2025 meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Paris, during which he pledged to advocate for lifting sanctions on Syria, most of which have already been removed. Macron will attend a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, and be accompanied by French investors.

French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Syria, becoming the first Western leader to do so since former President Bashar Assad's ouster in 2024. Macron previously hosted Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Paris in May 2025 and pledged to advocate for lifting sanctions on Syria. The visit coincides with Macron's attendance at a NATO summit in Ankara.

An explosive device detonated in a cafe near Damascus' main courthouse, killing at least nine people and wounding 20 others. No group has claimed responsibility, and Syrian authorities are investigating the attack as part of ongoing security challenges amid efforts to stabilize the country.

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Syria to combat Hezbollah in Lebanon, a proposal that has raised concerns in Lebanon and Israel. Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa rejected the idea, but Trump insisted, arguing Syria's government could act more precisely than Israel. The suggestion has heightened regional tensions, particularly between Israel and Turkey, a key supporter of Syria's government.