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CONFLICT1d agoSyria Weighs Joining Saudi Mutual Defense Pact as Yemen War RagesA move to join Saudi Arabia’s agreement with Turkey and Pakistan could entangle more countries in the kingdom’s escalating conflict between the Iran-backed Houthis.NYT World
MILITARY1d agoSyria considering entry into Mecca defence pact, says foreign ministerDamascus 'evaluating' whether to join the alliance that binds Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS1d agoSyria says discussions underway on joining Mecca pactSyrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said Saturday that “discussions are currently underway to evaluate Syria’s entry into the Mecca alliance,” a regional pact that brings together Turkiye, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, Anadolu reports. Shaibani’s remarks came during a session on regional security at the Manama Dialogue 2026, according to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). He said Damascus was an “integral” part of regional security and would support any framework aimed at protecting regional stability. The minister stressed that the region was “in greater need than ever” of developing joint deterrence and defense systems. Addressing the conflict in Yemen, Shaibani reaffirmed Syria’s support for the Yemeni government in restoring its sovereignty and stability across the country. He also urged all […]middleeastmonitor · united arab emirates
POLITICS1d agoSyrian curriculum changes spark debate over removal of images and historical figuresChanges were not limited to the texts; images and illustrations were also edited in Photoshop, adding hijabs or long robes to female figures, deleting women's photos, and covering or replacing statues, sculptures and artworks.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICT2d agoSyria’s counterterrorism dilemma: Who can Washington trust?Long War Journal
POLITICS2d agoSyria hosts Iraqi PM for visit amid security challenges in north and southSyrian President Ahmad al Sharaa hosted Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi in Damascus on October 28 for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, expanding trade, and reviving energy cooperation. The historic visit came as Syria faces continuing security challenges, including a deadly Jordanian airstrike in the south, clashes with foreign jihadists in Idlib, and tensions surrounding the return of displaced Kurds in northern Syria. The post Syria hosts Iraqi PM for visit amid security challenges in north and south appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.Long War Journal
CYBER2d agoSyrian Hacker Behind Fake Tweet That Triggered $136 Billion Market Drop Gets 42 Months in PrisonThe Hacker News
POLITICS2d agoSyrians struggle with soaring prices as crisis challenges post-Assad recoveryEnd of subsidies and rising prices drive discontent, testing support for Ahmed al-Sharaa's government.BBC World
DISASTER3d agoFlash floods kill five in SyriaFour children drowned while a man died after his car was caught in floodwaters.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTER3d agoMen pulled from vehicle stranded by floods in SyriaThis is the moment several men were rescued from their vehicle in Syria after becoming stranded by flash floods.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS4d agoIraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi meets Ahmed al-Sharaa in historic Syria visitTalks focused on enhancing trade, reviving Baniyas oil pipeline and achieving stability through cooperation.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT4d agoVictims of Jordan’s air strikes in SyriaAl Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT5d agoSyria-Jordan border reopens amid probe into deadly air strikesForeign ministers form security committee to share intelligence and follow up on impact of Jordan's strikes on Syria.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT5d agoBrooklyn woman found guilty of training with ISIS after dad brought her to SyriaOn the first day of her marriage, Salman recalled, her husband told her, ‘Get up, stupid wife, it’s time for you to be a wife’The Independent World
POLITICS5d agoLebanese and Syrians expect no change in Israeli policy after electionResidents in Lebanon and Syria expect little change in Israeli policy after the election.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTBREAKING5d agoJordanian Air Force strikes targets in Syria in retaliation for deadly church attackLong War Journal
CONFLICT5d agoFuneral held for family killed in Jordanian airstrikes in SyriaAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICS5d agoIraq juggles border security and ties with Iran, Syria, and JordanIraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi is seeking to strengthen border security and regional cooperation amid tensions with Iran over the closure of a key crossing in Iraq’s Maysan province, while also pursuing closer ties with Jordan and Syria. The developments come as Baghdad continues to face threats from Iranian-backed militias, concerns over instability along its borders, and challenges to bringing armed groups under state control. The post Iraq juggles border security and ties with Iran, Syria, and Jordan appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.Long War Journal
CONFLICT5d ago'Unacceptable violation': Syria condemns Jordan airstrikesEuroNews [en]
CONFLICT5d agoJordan acknowledges civilian casualties in Syria airstrike against 'Islamic State'A Jordanian government spokesman has expressed "regret" over civilian casualties in an airstrike it said was targeting "IS" militants.DW News [en]
CONFLICT5d agoWhy Jordan has struck Syria: What we knowSyria says Jordan did not coordinate with Damascus before launching operation in rural Deraa and Suwayda.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLD5d agoIn Syria, citizens revolt against the sale and privatization of their cultural heritageLa nueva administración siria enfrenta críticas por la falta de controles sobre los sitios arqueológicos y la gestión de monumentos históricos. En Damasco, la movilización de ciudadanos y especialistas logró detener un proyecto privado en un caravasar otomano protegido por la Unesco.Clarín
CONFLICT5d agoJordan Airstrikes on Syria Kill Seven Civilians, Syrian State Media SaysNYT World
CONFLICTBREAKING5d agoJordan carries out attacks in Syria after church attackNOS Buitenland