‘The birth of a new Syria’: US Congress repeals Caesar Act sanctions
The Syrian government welcomed the decision and considered it “a launch toward a new stage of recovery.”
Middle East
After ceasefire, Abbas’s PA may regain foothold in Gaza administration - report
Abraham Accords may expand through strategic Gaza negotiation approach, former consul suggests
Pakistan closes border with Afghanistan following exchanges of fire
Voices from the Arab Press: Tony Blair and Gaza’s ‘day-after’
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world
UK PM Starmer, UN's Guterres to attend Middle East peace summit in Egypt
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will join world leaders in Egypt for the signing of a US-brokered deal to end the Israel-Hamas war.
Turkey eyes more influence in Iraq, Syria, Gaza after deal - analysis
Erdogan hopes the deals can pave the way for more Turkish influence in Gaza and around the region.
Syria tentatively warms Lebanon relations while keeping Hezbollah at bay - analysis
Israel continues to strike Hezbollah, and this aids Syria by keeping the group in check. However, Lebanon’s government has vowed to disarm Hezbollah and has not completed the task yet.
Syria open for business as it eyes end to US sanctions - analysis
Syria is moving to capitalize on its new ties abroad.
Iran says it is open to 'fair, balanced' US nuclear proposal
Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran would consider a “balanced” US proposal on nuclear talks but dismissed Trump’s call to normalize relations with Israel.
Hamas shoots at Palestinian rioters after abducting prominent Gaza clan members - analysis
Hamas will target clans and groups that have shown opposition to the terror group - it will also target those that have worked with Israel, or who it accuses of working with Israel.
Chaos reported as Palestinian factions revolt against Hamas in post-ceasefire Gaza
Palestinian sources report security chaos in the Gaza Strip, as Hamas gunmen clash with local clans in Beit Lahia and the Sabra neighborhood, and the son of a Hamas official was reportedly killed.
'Go to hell!', says Hamas co-founder in explosive interview
Arab commentators say that Marzouk's vehement response is a sign of the growing tensions within the terror organization.
US military troops arrive in Israel to monitor peace agreement - report
Officials said they are expected to work alongside representatives from partner countries, civilian organizations, and the private sector.
