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Diplomacy as a Prelude to War: The Strategic Chess Game Between Hezbollah, Israel, and Iran
While Egyptian officials are intensifying their communications with the Lebanese state, the latest of which was an emergency visit by the head of Egyptian intelligence, Hassan Rashad,
While Egyptian officials are intensifying their communications with the Lebanese state, the latest of which was an emergency visit by the head of Egyptian intelligence, Hassan Rashad,
November 8, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Diplomacy as a Prelude to War: The Strategic Chess Game Between Hezbollah, Israel, and Iran
While Egyptian officials are intensifying their communications with the Lebanese state, the latest of which was an emergency visit by the head of Egyptian intelligence, Hassan Rashad,
While Egyptian officials are intensifying their communications with the Lebanese state, the latest of which was an emergency visit by the head of Egyptian intelligence, Hassan Rashad,
Syria After Assad: Governance, Security, and Diplomacy in Post-War Syria
Analyzing Al-Sharaa’s Emerging Strategy
On his first visit to Moscow, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa appeared composed and ready to open a new page in Syrian-Russian relations.
Analyzing Al-Sharaa’s Emerging Strategy
On his first visit to Moscow, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa appeared composed and ready to open a new page in Syrian-Russian relations.
Syria After Assad: Governance, Security, and Diplomacy in Post-War Syria
Analyzing Al-Sharaa’s Emerging Strategy
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October 17, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Syria After Assad: Governance, Security, and Diplomacy in Post-War Syria
Analyzing Al-Sharaa’s Emerging Strategy
On his first visit to Moscow, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa appeared composed and ready to open a new page in Syrian-Russian relations.
Analyzing Al-Sharaa’s Emerging Strategy
On his first visit to Moscow, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa appeared composed and ready to open a new page in Syrian-Russian relations.
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On August 5th, the Lebanese government approved the decision to withdraw Hezbollah's weapons, and on August 7th, the government approved the American paper, also known as the Barrack paper. After these two decisions,
On August 5th, the Lebanese government approved the decision to withdraw Hezbollah's weapons, and on August 7th, the government approved the American paper, also known as the Barrack paper. After these two decisions,
August 19, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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On August 5th, the Lebanese government approved the decision to withdraw Hezbollah's weapons, and on August 7th, the government approved the American paper, also known as the Barrack paper. After these two decisions,
On August 5th, the Lebanese government approved the decision to withdraw Hezbollah's weapons, and on August 7th, the government approved the American paper, also known as the Barrack paper. After these two decisions,
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About nine days ago, tensions in the Druze-majority province of Suwayda in southern Syria began to escalate into street fighting, clashes, and Israeli military activity, threatening to assassinate interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and destroying the Syrian General Staff building.
About nine days ago, tensions in the Druze-majority province of Suwayda in southern Syria began to escalate into street fighting, clashes, and Israeli military activity, threatening to assassinate interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and destroying the Syrian General Staff building.
July 21, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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About nine days ago, tensions in the Druze-majority province of Suwayda in southern Syria began to escalate into street fighting, clashes, and Israeli military activity, threatening to assassinate interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and destroying the Syrian General Staff building.
About nine days ago, tensions in the Druze-majority province of Suwayda in southern Syria began to escalate into street fighting, clashes, and Israeli military activity, threatening to assassinate interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and destroying the Syrian General Staff building.
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While the obstacles are diminishing to reach a temporary ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip between the Israeli government and Hamas, with indications that this temporary cessation could be a first step towards ending the war that has
While the obstacles are diminishing to reach a temporary ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip between the Israeli government and Hamas, with indications that this temporary cessation could be a first step towards ending the war that has
July 14, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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While the obstacles are diminishing to reach a temporary ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip between the Israeli government and Hamas, with indications that this temporary cessation could be a first step towards ending the war that has
While the obstacles are diminishing to reach a temporary ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip between the Israeli government and Hamas, with indications that this temporary cessation could be a first step towards ending the war that has
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In light of the current developments in Syria and the Israeli military escalation, I will provide a brief analysis of these developments, which are directly linked to the clashes that
In light of the current developments in Syria and the Israeli military escalation, I will provide a brief analysis of these developments, which are directly linked to the clashes that
May 2, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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In light of the current developments in Syria and the Israeli military escalation, I will provide a brief analysis of these developments, which are directly linked to the clashes that
In light of the current developments in Syria and the Israeli military escalation, I will provide a brief analysis of these developments, which are directly linked to the clashes that
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A few hours before The New York Times published details of the Israeli military operation the IDF were preparing to target parts of Iran's nuclear program, I confirmed that the Israeli government was expanding its target bank in Iran, and that Trump's invitation to
A few hours before The New York Times published details of the Israeli military operation the IDF were preparing to target parts of Iran's nuclear program, I confirmed that the Israeli government was expanding its target bank in Iran, and that Trump's invitation to
April 28, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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A few hours before The New York Times published details of the Israeli military operation the IDF were preparing to target parts of Iran's nuclear program, I confirmed that the Israeli government was expanding its target bank in Iran, and that Trump's invitation to
A few hours before The New York Times published details of the Israeli military operation the IDF were preparing to target parts of Iran's nuclear program, I confirmed that the Israeli government was expanding its target bank in Iran, and that Trump's invitation to
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While the United States continues to build up its air, defense, and missile capabilities in the Middle East and its surrounding areas, and while the Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip continues without decisive results, Netanyahu's visit to Washington took place, followed a few
While the United States continues to build up its air, defense, and missile capabilities in the Middle East and its surrounding areas, and while the Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip continues without decisive results, Netanyahu's visit to Washington took place, followed a few
April 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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While the United States continues to build up its air, defense, and missile capabilities in the Middle East and its surrounding areas, and while the Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip continues without decisive results, Netanyahu's visit to Washington took place, followed a few
While the United States continues to build up its air, defense, and missile capabilities in the Middle East and its surrounding areas, and while the Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip continues without decisive results, Netanyahu's visit to Washington took place, followed a few
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On the evening of April 2, Hama and T4 military airports in central Syria were subjected to Israeli airstrikes, which led to the complete destruction of both airports. Israeli media outlets reported confirmations from Defense Ministry officials that the
On the evening of April 2, Hama and T4 military airports in central Syria were subjected to Israeli airstrikes, which led to the complete destruction of both airports. Israeli media outlets reported confirmations from Defense Ministry officials that the
April 6, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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On the evening of April 2, Hama and T4 military airports in central Syria were subjected to Israeli airstrikes, which led to the complete destruction of both airports. Israeli media outlets reported confirmations from Defense Ministry officials that the
On the evening of April 2, Hama and T4 military airports in central Syria were subjected to Israeli airstrikes, which led to the complete destruction of both airports. Israeli media outlets reported confirmations from Defense Ministry officials that the
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In a television interview with the advisor to the Iranian Supreme Leader and his special envoy, Ali Larijani, he warned that any American or Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear program would force Tehran to develop nuclear weapons.
In a television interview with the advisor to the Iranian Supreme Leader and his special envoy, Ali Larijani, he warned that any American or Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear program would force Tehran to develop nuclear weapons.
April 4, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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In a television interview with the advisor to the Iranian Supreme Leader and his special envoy, Ali Larijani, he warned that any American or Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear program would force Tehran to develop nuclear weapons.
In a television interview with the advisor to the Iranian Supreme Leader and his special envoy, Ali Larijani, he warned that any American or Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear program would force Tehran to develop nuclear weapons.
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Yesterday morning, two Grad missiles were launched from southern Lebanon towards northern Israel. One was intercepted by the Iron Dome, while the other fell inside Lebanese territory. This is the second missile attack in a few days without any Lebanese party claiming responsibility, and with
Yesterday morning, two Grad missiles were launched from southern Lebanon towards northern Israel. One was intercepted by the Iron Dome, while the other fell inside Lebanese territory. This is the second missile attack in a few days without any Lebanese party claiming responsibility, and with
March 29, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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Yesterday morning, two Grad missiles were launched from southern Lebanon towards northern Israel. One was intercepted by the Iron Dome, while the other fell inside Lebanese territory. This is the second missile attack in a few days without any Lebanese party claiming responsibility, and with
Yesterday morning, two Grad missiles were launched from southern Lebanon towards northern Israel. One was intercepted by the Iron Dome, while the other fell inside Lebanese territory. This is the second missile attack in a few days without any Lebanese party claiming responsibility, and with
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After more than 530 days of war in the Gaza Strip and a pause of over a month before it reignited, the political and military landscape today appears extremely complex. An analytical reading of the political scene and diplomatic offers to end or temporarily halt the war between Israel and Hamas.
After more than 530 days of war in the Gaza Strip and a pause of over a month before it reignited, the political and military landscape today appears extremely complex. An analytical reading of the political scene and diplomatic offers to end or temporarily halt the war between Israel and Hamas.
March 26, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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After more than 530 days of war in the Gaza Strip and a pause of over a month before it reignited, the political and military landscape today appears extremely complex. An analytical reading of the political scene and diplomatic offers to end or temporarily halt the war between Israel and Hamas.
After more than 530 days of war in the Gaza Strip and a pause of over a month before it reignited, the political and military landscape today appears extremely complex. An analytical reading of the political scene and diplomatic offers to end or temporarily halt the war between Israel and Hamas.
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Yesterday morning, six Katyusha 107 rockets were launched from southern Lebanon towards Israeli territory. Three of them landed within Lebanese territory, while the Iron Dome intercepted the other three.
Yesterday morning, six Katyusha 107 rockets were launched from southern Lebanon towards Israeli territory. Three of them landed within Lebanese territory, while the Iron Dome intercepted the other three.
March 23, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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Yesterday morning, six Katyusha 107 rockets were launched from southern Lebanon towards Israeli territory. Three of them landed within Lebanese territory, while the Iron Dome intercepted the other three.
Yesterday morning, six Katyusha 107 rockets were launched from southern Lebanon towards Israeli territory. Three of them landed within Lebanese territory, while the Iron Dome intercepted the other three.
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About 47 raids were carried out by the US Air Force the night of March 15th against Houthi militia (Ansar Allah) positions in the Yemeni governorates of Sana'a, Sa'dah, Ma'rib, Hajjah and Al Bayda.
About 47 raids were carried out by the US Air Force the night of March 15th against Houthi militia (Ansar Allah) positions in the Yemeni governorates of Sana'a, Sa'dah, Ma'rib, Hajjah and Al Bayda.
March 17, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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About 47 raids were carried out by the US Air Force the night of March 15th against Houthi militia (Ansar Allah) positions in the Yemeni governorates of Sana'a, Sa'dah, Ma'rib, Hajjah and Al Bayda.
About 47 raids were carried out by the US Air Force the night of March 15th against Houthi militia (Ansar Allah) positions in the Yemeni governorates of Sana'a, Sa'dah, Ma'rib, Hajjah and Al Bayda.
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On the evening of Thursday, March 6th, groups of former officers and members of the Assad regime army carried out an organized attack targeting military sites, police stations, and security patrols belonging to the new Syrian administration in the Alawite-majority Syrian coastal region.
On the evening of Thursday, March 6th, groups of former officers and members of the Assad regime army carried out an organized attack targeting military sites, police stations, and security patrols belonging to the new Syrian administration in the Alawite-majority Syrian coastal region.
March 8, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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On the evening of Thursday, March 6th, groups of former officers and members of the Assad regime army carried out an organized attack targeting military sites, police stations, and security patrols belonging to the new Syrian administration in the Alawite-majority Syrian coastal region.
On the evening of Thursday, March 6th, groups of former officers and members of the Assad regime army carried out an organized attack targeting military sites, police stations, and security patrols belonging to the new Syrian administration in the Alawite-majority Syrian coastal region.
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Yesterday evening, members of the Syrian General Security, part of the new Syrian administration, were attacked by fighters belonging to a militia called the “Jaramana Shield Brigade”, which led to the death of one of the security personnel and the injury of others.
Yesterday evening, members of the Syrian General Security, part of the new Syrian administration, were attacked by fighters belonging to a militia called the “Jaramana Shield Brigade”, which led to the death of one of the security personnel and the injury of others.
March 1, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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Yesterday evening, members of the Syrian General Security, part of the new Syrian administration, were attacked by fighters belonging to a militia called the “Jaramana Shield Brigade”, which led to the death of one of the security personnel and the injury of others.
Yesterday evening, members of the Syrian General Security, part of the new Syrian administration, were attacked by fighters belonging to a militia called the “Jaramana Shield Brigade”, which led to the death of one of the security personnel and the injury of others.
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Yesterday, during a graduation ceremony for IDF officers, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a number of important remarks addressing three key issues: Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon. An analytical reading of these statements and their impact on the map of the region.
Yesterday, during a graduation ceremony for IDF officers, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a number of important remarks addressing three key issues: Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon. An analytical reading of these statements and their impact on the map of the region.
February 24, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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Yesterday, during a graduation ceremony for IDF officers, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a number of important remarks addressing three key issues: Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon. An analytical reading of these statements and their impact on the map of the region.
Yesterday, during a graduation ceremony for IDF officers, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a number of important remarks addressing three key issues: Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon. An analytical reading of these statements and their impact on the map of the region.
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On the 12th of this month, the Syrian SANA news agency reported a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, during which Putin congratulated al-Sharaa on the presidency during the transitional phase.
On the 12th of this month, the Syrian SANA news agency reported a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, during which Putin congratulated al-Sharaa on the presidency during the transitional phase.
February 18, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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On the 12th of this month, the Syrian SANA news agency reported a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, during which Putin congratulated al-Sharaa on the presidency during the transitional phase.
On the 12th of this month, the Syrian SANA news agency reported a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, during which Putin congratulated al-Sharaa on the presidency during the transitional phase.
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While eyes in Lebanon and for those interested in Lebanese affairs are directed towards the borders with Israel, with February 18 being the scheduled date for the IDF to withdraw to their positions prior to last September, developments at
While eyes in Lebanon and for those interested in Lebanese affairs are directed towards the borders with Israel, with February 18 being the scheduled date for the IDF to withdraw to their positions prior to last September, developments at
February 14, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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While eyes in Lebanon and for those interested in Lebanese affairs are directed towards the borders with Israel, with February 18 being the scheduled date for the IDF to withdraw to their positions prior to last September, developments at
While eyes in Lebanon and for those interested in Lebanese affairs are directed towards the borders with Israel, with February 18 being the scheduled date for the IDF to withdraw to their positions prior to last September, developments at
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While the ceasefire in Gaza continues and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas takes place, the Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announces his government formation in Beirut. These hopeful developments unfold alongside the Trump administration's actions against Iran's
While the ceasefire in Gaza continues and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas takes place, the Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announces his government formation in Beirut. These hopeful developments unfold alongside the Trump administration's actions against Iran's
February 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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While the ceasefire in Gaza continues and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas takes place, the Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announces his government formation in Beirut. These hopeful developments unfold alongside the Trump administration's actions against Iran's
While the ceasefire in Gaza continues and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas takes place, the Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announces his government formation in Beirut. These hopeful developments unfold alongside the Trump administration's actions against Iran's
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A car bomb exploded yesterday in the city of Manbij, located in the eastern countryside of Aleppo, northern Syria. The blast killed approximately 15 civilians, most of whom were women, making it the deadliest attack in Syria since the fall of the Assad regime. While social media users
A car bomb exploded yesterday in the city of Manbij, located in the eastern countryside of Aleppo, northern Syria. The blast killed approximately 15 civilians, most of whom were women, making it the deadliest attack in Syria since the fall of the Assad regime. While social media users
February 4, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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A car bomb exploded yesterday in the city of Manbij, located in the eastern countryside of Aleppo, northern Syria. The blast killed approximately 15 civilians, most of whom were women, making it the deadliest attack in Syria since the fall of the Assad regime. While social media users
A car bomb exploded yesterday in the city of Manbij, located in the eastern countryside of Aleppo, northern Syria. The blast killed approximately 15 civilians, most of whom were women, making it the deadliest attack in Syria since the fall of the Assad regime. While social media users
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In a first-of-its-kind event, at approximately 11 PM last night, an Israeli force that had penetrated the vicinity of the village of Tranjah, located in the disengagement zone in southern Syria, was exposed to gunfire from the Syrian side,
In a first-of-its-kind event, at approximately 11 PM last night, an Israeli force that had penetrated the vicinity of the village of Tranjah, located in the disengagement zone in southern Syria, was exposed to gunfire from the Syrian side,
February 1, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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In a first-of-its-kind event, at approximately 11 PM last night, an Israeli force that had penetrated the vicinity of the village of Tranjah, located in the disengagement zone in southern Syria, was exposed to gunfire from the Syrian side,
In a first-of-its-kind event, at approximately 11 PM last night, an Israeli force that had penetrated the vicinity of the village of Tranjah, located in the disengagement zone in southern Syria, was exposed to gunfire from the Syrian side,
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In his speech today, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, the leader of the Ansar Allah militia, known as the Houthis, , affirmed that they are monitoring developments in the West Bank and Gaza. He warned that the failure of the ceasefire agreement would lead to a resumption of attacks by the militia.
In his speech today, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, the leader of the Ansar Allah militia, known as the Houthis, , affirmed that they are monitoring developments in the West Bank and Gaza. He warned that the failure of the ceasefire agreement would lead to a resumption of attacks by the militia.
January 26, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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In his speech today, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, the leader of the Ansar Allah militia, known as the Houthis, , affirmed that they are monitoring developments in the West Bank and Gaza. He warned that the failure of the ceasefire agreement would lead to a resumption of attacks by the militia.
In his speech today, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, the leader of the Ansar Allah militia, known as the Houthis, , affirmed that they are monitoring developments in the West Bank and Gaza. He warned that the failure of the ceasefire agreement would lead to a resumption of attacks by the militia.
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While Syrian cities are still celebrating the fall of the Assad regime and Damascus is crowded with Arab and Western officials announcing the beginning of a new phase for Syria, the file of eastern Syria remains a thorny dilemma that could explode at any moment.
While Syrian cities are still celebrating the fall of the Assad regime and Damascus is crowded with Arab and Western officials announcing the beginning of a new phase for Syria, the file of eastern Syria remains a thorny dilemma that could explode at any moment.
January 23, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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While Syrian cities are still celebrating the fall of the Assad regime and Damascus is crowded with Arab and Western officials announcing the beginning of a new phase for Syria, the file of eastern Syria remains a thorny dilemma that could explode at any moment.
While Syrian cities are still celebrating the fall of the Assad regime and Damascus is crowded with Arab and Western officials announcing the beginning of a new phase for Syria, the file of eastern Syria remains a thorny dilemma that could explode at any moment.
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While the eyes of the world were fixed on Gaza, the ceasefire agreement and the release of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas after about 460 days of war, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was in Moscow signing a comprehensive strategic
While the eyes of the world were fixed on Gaza, the ceasefire agreement and the release of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas after about 460 days of war, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was in Moscow signing a comprehensive strategic
January 18, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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While the eyes of the world were fixed on Gaza, the ceasefire agreement and the release of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas after about 460 days of war, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was in Moscow signing a comprehensive strategic
While the eyes of the world were fixed on Gaza, the ceasefire agreement and the release of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas after about 460 days of war, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was in Moscow signing a comprehensive strategic