Bashar al-Assad

A potential victory for al-Qaeda's affiliate Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin in Mali would destabilize the region, unlike the Syrian conflict's mixed security outcomes. The group is described as a transnational coalition with radical goals beyond establishing an Islamic Emirate of Mali, led by Iyad Ag Ghali.

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.

Explosions were reported in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria, according to state media. Macron is the first major Western leader to visit Syria since the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad in December 2024.

Two bombs exploded near a hotel in Damascus where Emmanuel Macron was meeting, according to Syrian state media. Macron's office confirmed he did not hear the explosions and met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa afterward. The attack highlights security challenges in Syria, where Macron is the first EU head of state to visit since rebels led by Sharaa overthrew Bashar al-Assad in 2024.

Bombs exploded near the hotel where Emmanuel Macron was staying in Damascus, Syria, during his visit. The French president met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa随后, and the blasts highlighted ongoing security challenges in the region.

Explosions were heard in Damascus on Tuesday during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit, with witnesses reporting smoke near a high-end hotel where he stayed. Macron is the first major EU leader to visit Damascus since the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

French President Macron is visiting Syria ahead of the NATO summit in Turkiye, marking the first visit by a Western European leader since Bashar al-Assad's overthrow.

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 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.

French President Emmanuel Macron visited Syria, marking the first trip by an EU head of state since Bashar al-Assad was toppled in 2024. The visit highlights Syria's geopolitical shift under Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former al Qaeda commander who has built ties with Western and Middle Eastern powers to aid the country's recovery from 13 years of war.

French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Syria, becoming the first major western leader to visit since Bashar al-Assad's ouster in 2024.

A Viennese court sentenced a Syrian ex-general and a former police officer to eight years in jail for torturing opponents of Bashar al-Assad. The trial used universal jurisdiction in European courts to prosecute Syrian civil war suspects.

French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Syria, announced by the Syrian presidency without a specific date. The visit will be the first by a Western leader since the 2024 ousting of Bashar al-Assad.

Syrian authorities have begun trying suspects involved in a 2025 wave of violence in Sweida province, which saw clashes between Druze factions and Bedouin fighters resulting in over 2,000 deaths. Trials in Damascus aim to hold accountable those responsible for the violence, with public sessions starting in July.

Syrian president appoints Netflix star Rozina Lazkani to new parliament. Lazkani, a star of the Netflix drama Al-Hayba, expressed gratitude for the opportunity following the fall of Bashar al-Assad in 2024.

Bipartisan lawmakers are urging the Trump administration to remove Syria from the state sponsor of terrorism list, citing the country's progress since the end of 2024. The lawmakers argue Syria has made significant strides following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.

Syrian authorities announced 70 lawmakers appointed by President Ahmed al-Sharaa to a transitional parliament, which will convene next week. The 210-member chamber, with two-thirds selected by regional electoral colleges last year, operates under a presidential system established after Sharaa ousted Bashar al-Assad in 2024.

Lebanon transferred 128 Syrian prisoners to Damascus under a February agreement, marking the second batch of a total 356 eligible convicts. The transfers follow earlier handovers and involve prisoners held for over 10 years in Lebanese jails.

The article discusses how President Obama's 2012 red line statement on Syria's chemical weapons was not enforced after an attack in Ghouta, leading to criticism of weakened U.S. credibility. It also highlights President Trump's ineffective threats toward Iran, suggesting he is not taken seriously by foreign adversaries.

Russia is engaging in discussions with Syria to reformat its military bases, including the Tartus naval base and the Hmeimim airbase, following the December 2024 removal of Bashar al-Assad.

Syria's captagon trade has shifted to Sweida province following Bashar al-Assad's fall, with the region becoming a major drug trafficking hub due to weak state control and Israeli support for local armed factions. Trafficking attempts from Sweida to Jordan surged by 325% after the Druze-led National Guard took control of the province.

International inspectors discovered hidden chemical weapons materials in Syria, including munitions and production records, as the country transitions under new security arrangements. The findings, reported by the OPCW, reveal over 100 potential sites linked to Syria's chemical weapons program, amid instability following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's government and shifting control of territories.

The first criminal trial against a senior official of former President Bashar al-Assad’s regime is underway in Syria, with Brigadier General Atef Najib charged with murder, torture, and suppressing protests during 2011. The trial underscores Syria’s legal shortcomings, including the absence of command responsibility laws, which limit prosecutions to direct perpetrators.

A Syrian commission has confirmed the deaths of Rania al-Abbasi’s six children, who were previously reported missing during Bashar al-Assad’s rule. The confirmation reveals the fate of the children, who had been absent under the Syrian government’s leadership.

Syrian authorities confirmed the deaths of Rania al-Abbasi's six children, who had been missing since 2013 under Bashar al-Assad's rule. The Syrian commission announced the confirmation.

Syria has uncovered materials from Bashar al-Assad's chemical weapons program, including over 70 rockets, aerial bombs, and sarin ingredients used during the 14-year civil war. Suspects involved have been arrested.

Uyghur mercenaries from China aided Syrian rebels, motivated by family vengeance, and their involvement contributed to the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad and the rise of Syria's new president.

The article examines the siege of Yarmouk, a Palestinian refugee district in Damascus, where starvation was used as a weapon of war by Syrian government forces and allies from 2013-2018, resulting in mass civilian casualties. Germany has taken steps to secure accountability for Syrian civil war violations through its asylum policies and is using its universal jurisdiction framework to prosecute these crimes, with Yarmouk cases becoming central to determining whether deliberate resource deprivation during siege warfare constitutes a prosecutable war crime.

Bashar al-Assad's henchmen are going on trial in Syria, but some worry that the process is too rushed to be credible. The trials may not be seen as legitimate due to the speed at which they are being conducted. This raises concerns about the fairness of the trials.

The collapse of US-Iran negotiations has raised concerns that senior Iranian leaders may flee to Russia, seeking refuge and continuing their insurgency. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu believes toppling Iran's regime is a realistic outcome. The exit strategy may be similar to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's inner circle.

Atef Najib, cousin of former President Bashar al-Assad, faces at least 10 charges including murder, torture, and responsibility for massacres in a landmark Syria trial. The trial is significant as it holds a high-ranking official accountable for atrocities. Najib's charges are related to his role in the Syrian regime.

Syria's government has undergone its first reshuffle since President Bashar al-Assad's ouster, with Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa making changes amid protests over poor performance. The reshuffle is a significant development in Syrian politics. Protests have been ongoing due to dissatisfaction with the government.

The Syrian government has sparked concerns about President Ahmed al-Sharaa's vision for Syria after a brief alcohol ban in Damascus, with some fearing a more conservative interpretation of Islam. The ban was later walked back, allowing alcohol purchases in tourist areas. This move has raised questions about al-Sharaa's commitment to freedoms and diversity.

After Bashar al-Assad's fall in Syria, Kurdish families face harsh conditions and uncertainty, feeling abandoned by the U.S. allies they previously fought with. The situation highlights growing tensions and unmet expectations between the Kurds and the U.S.

After the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria, Kurdish families are facing hardship and uncertainty, feeling abandoned by the U.S. allies they previously fought with. The situation has left them struggling with cold, loss, and a lack of support.

A former death-sentenced judge, al-Aryan, now oversees the trial of Syria's former officials, including Assad, highlighting symbolic justice. However, the article notes that transitional justice remains incomplete in the country.

A coordinated attack by JNIM and the Tuareg minority in Mali caused significant casualties to government forces and Russian mercenaries. The attacks, inspired by al-Qaida and the Syrian conflict, earned JNIM the nickname 'Ghost Army' but analysts doubt their ability to overthrow the weakened regime.

The cousin of the former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad is on trial for alleged crimes including mass shootings and torturing children. He was publicly displayed in a courtroom cage during the proceedings, highlighting the political and legal tensions in post-Assad Syria.

Syria's interior ministry announced the arrest of Amjad Youssef, a former regime official suspected of leading the Tadamon massacre that killed nearly 290 civilians under Bashar al-Assad. Youssef, one of Syria's most-wanted fugitives, was captured in Hama countryside after a security operation.

Ukrainians express cautious optimism after Péter Magyar's election victory in Hungary, which ended Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. Public reactions included jokes and memes comparing Orbán to Star Wars' Jabba the Hut, while hopes for improved relations with Hungary and EU accession remain central.