Syria

12.26.2024, 11:56

It Was a Bad Year for the World’s Autocrats

Regimes in Syria and Bangladesh fell, marking unexpected defeats against a rising tide of authoritarianism in the world

By Juan Forero and Jon Emont, The Wall Street Journal

It Was a Bad Year for the World’s Autocrats

12.25.2024, 22:39

Turkish Opposition Politician: Turkey Poised for Military Action in Syria

Ilhan Uzgel, vice-president of the opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), explains Ankara's objectives in the country.

Ioanna Kleftogianni

Turkish Opposition Politician: Turkey Poised for Military Action in Syria

12.25.2024, 16:15

Erdoğan: Kurdish Rebels in Syria Will Either Surrender Their Weapons or Be Buried With Them

"The separatist murderers will either bid farewell to their weapons, or they will be buried in Syrian lands along with their weapons," the Turkish president said.

12.24.2024, 22:30

Turkish Minister Backs Off Quip Over EEZ with Syria

Any EEZ progress would be based on 'international law', require stable Syria government, Minister Uraloğlu clarified; sharp 'unofficial' reaction in Athens

12.24.2024, 16:00

Greek FM Sources Say EEZ Talks Between Turkey & Syria Unlawful

"This is a transitional situation in Syria that does not legitimize any such agreement. We are monitoring it.," the Greek ministry sources said

12.24.2024, 14:30

Turkey, Syria in Advanced Talks for Demarcation of EEZ

Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar announced on Monday that a delegation from the Ministry of Energy is expected to visit Syria

12.24.2024, 09:30

Christmas Tree Burned in Syria, Sparking Outrage and Protests

A public Christmas tree was burned in Syria on December 23, sparking widespread outrage and protests by Christians in the country.

12.24.2024, 08:37

Syria’s Rebel Leaders Have Control of the Country. Now What?

The new Islamist-led government promises moderation, but officials aren’t committing to such issues as women’s rights or free elections

By Jared Malsin, The Wall Street Journal

Syria’s Rebel Leaders Have Control of the Country. Now What?

12.23.2024, 17:30

Erdogan’s Ally Bahceli Promises Supporters Turkey will Take Jerusalem

Bahceli said “We will break the teeth of those who threaten us in Jerusalem", addressing a group of supporters in a speech

12.23.2024, 07:00

The Hunt for the Assad Dynasty’s Missing Billions Begins

On the back of its brutal rule, the House of Assad built an international real-estate empire

By Benoit Faucon and Rory Jones, The Wall Street Journal

The Hunt for the Assad Dynasty’s Missing Billions Begins

12.22.2024, 17:00

Turkish FM Fidan Meets HTS Leader and Syrian Chief in Damascus

Details of the discussion between Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Golani remain undisclosed

12.21.2024, 09:00

What Islamist Control Spells for Syria’s Christians

Islamist rebels promise religious tolerance, but people in Syria’s Christian communities don’t know if they can trust them

By Stephen Kalin and Suha Ma’ayeh, The Wall Street Journal

What Islamist Control Spells for Syria’s Christians

12.19.2024, 12:30

Greek PM at EU Summit: Greece’s Agenda on Ukraine, Syria, Lebanon

Mitsotakis is likely to stress that the European Union cannot remain absent from developments in the Middle East and the post-conflict situation in Syria at the EU Summit

12.17.2024, 23:45

Athens Eyes Int’l Initiative for ‘Day After’ in Syria

Greece, along with Austria and Cyprus, is expected to unveil a plan that includes notable EU, member-states' presence in Syria; priority on respect for human and religious communities' rights