Syrian rebels

IAF targets Syrian regime's military headquarters, radar systems in overnight raid

The presence of such equipment constitutes a threat to the State of Israel and IDF operations, the military explained.

 Blasts from IDF strikes in Syria, February 26, 2025.
 Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa talks to attendees during a national dialogue, a key milestone in the transition to a new political system after decades of Assad rule, in Damascus, Syria February 25, 2025.

Deadly clashes rage in coastal Syria as Sharaa calls for peace

 Syrian army personnel travel in a military vehicle as they head towards Latakia to join the fight against the fighters linked to Syria's ousted leader Bashar al-Assad, in Aleppo, Syria, March 7, 2025.

More than 1000 killed in Syrian crackdown on Alawite region, war monitor says - report

 A Syrian man rides his bike as a Russian military convoy heads towards Hmeimim air base in Syria's coastal Latakia, Syria, December 14, 2024.

Syria asks Russia to clear Assad debts as Moscow gambles to keep bases


Syrian interim government names rebel commander as defense minister

Senior leader in the Islamist group Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham led military operations in the campaign that ousted the Assad regime.

 Head of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and Syria's de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Golani, sits next to Murhaf Abu Qasra, who according to an official source has been appointed as Defense Minister in Syria's interim government, in Damascus, Syria.

Kurds in Syria hope Israel's support extends beyond words - analysis

In eastern Syria, many Kurds are fearful that Turkey will take advantage of the chaos in Syria to launch an attack on several areas where Kurds live.

 Members of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) after US-backed alliance led by Syrian Kurdish fighters captured Deir el-Zor, in Syria December 7, 2024

Syria, take note from the Maccabees: Even the greatest victories can unravel - opinion

The story of Hanukkah serves as a cautionary tale for Syria, as the story teaches us that winning isn't enough; sustaining it requires unity, justice, and integrity.

 A HANUKKIAH is lit on the eighth night of Hanukkah, last year. The flickering flames serve as a poignant reminder of resilience and faith, says the writer.

Torah Scroll rescued from ancient Syrian synagogue to be returned - report

The move is set to come during a visit by Syrian Jewish businessmen and Syria's chief Rabbi in early 2025.

Reading a torah scroll

Turkish invasion into Syria 'could be imminent,' US officials fear - report

The officials cited a significant Turkish military buildup near Kobani, a Kurdish-majority city on the Syria-Turkey border.

Turkish soldiers stand at the Cilvegozu border gate to cross into Syria. December 10, 2024.

Al-Hol camp is a test for future of Syria - analysis

In eastern Syria, there is a camp called Al-Hol, sometimes spelled al-Hawl, where many former ISIS members reside.

Women walk through the al-Hol camp in Hasaka governorate, Syria, April 1, 2019.

Damascus Jewish community unharmed despite rebel overthrow, Syrian Jew tells KAN

The source said they were optimistic that the new government might move towards peace with Israel.

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Israel Katz: New Syrian leaders 'pretending' to be moderate, pose danger to Israel

While speaking to the committee of former National Security Council chief Yaakov Nagel, Katz warned of being taken in prematurely by the HTS group.

 Israel Katz attends a replacing ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem on November 10, 2024.

Syrian authorities reopen schools, a week after upheaval that overthrew Assad

The country's new de facto leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa, faces a massive challenge to rebuild Syria.

A teacher in front of a school in Damascus, Syria December 15, 2024.

Turkey ready to offer military training to Syria if new administration requests, minister says

NATO member Turkey backed the Syrian rebels who toppled President Bashar al-Assad last weekend.

 A rebel fighter sits on the back of a vehicle in Homs countryside, after Syrian rebels pressed on in  their lightning advance on Saturday.