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Syrian rebel leader's extremist past raises questions about his future
Standing before a cheering crowd in Damascus’ historic Umayyad Mosque, the broad and bearded Abu Mohammad al-Jolani declared a new chapter in Syria’s history.NBC News - 5d -
Concerns over Syrian rebels leader who took over Assad regime
There are renewed concerns over Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the rebel leader who led the Hayat Tahrir al-Shams (HTS) group that took over Syria and collapsed President Bashar al-Assad's regime. CBS ...CBS News - 5d -
Israel seizes Syrian buffer zone amid airstrikes on Assad’s ‘weapons depots’
Jordan condemns incursion amid Syrian concerns that aim is to permanently occupy or annex the area. Syria live – latest updates Israeli forces have seized control of a previously demilitarised ...The Guardian - 6d -
Israel launches strikes and ground incursion into Syria after Assad downfall
After Syrian rebels took control of Damascus and forced out President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Israel carried out strikes and launched a ground incursion into Syria as a temporary measure to ...NBC News - 6d -
Who Is the Leader of Syria’s Rebel Offensive?
Abu Mohammad al-Jolani spearheaded a lightning assault that led to the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.The New York Times - 6d -
Bashar al-Assad of Syria Falls to Rebels
President Bashar al-Assad had kept opposition forces at bay for a decade with help from Russia and Iran. But rebels struck at a moment of weakness for those countries.The New York Times - 6d -
US launches airstrikes against ISIS camps in Syria
The United States has launched airstrikes against ISIS camps in Syria, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement. The operation consisted of “dozens of precision airstrikes” and struck ...The Hill - 6d -
Syria live: ‘The future is ours’ says Syrian rebel leader after Assad flees – latest updates
Reports from Kremlin source that Russia grants Assad and family asylum; Israeli airstrike on security complex, say regional security sources. We have some more comments from Turkey’s foreign ...The Guardian - 6d -
Assad flees Syria for Moscow as rebels seize Damascus
Deposed leader arrives in Russian capital, according to state newswire, after regime toppledFinancial Times - 6d -
Syria’s Government Battles Multiple Rebel Uprisings
The longtime Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad is facing threats from rebellions on numerous fronts as his key ally, Iran, is paring back support.The New York Times - 6d -
Nations and Leaders React to Toppling of Syria Regime
The U.N. special envoy called it a “watershed moment” on Sunday as world leaders reckoned with the news.The New York Times - 6d -
Israel Enters Golan Heights Buffer Zone After Syria’s Assad Falls
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, said he had ordered troops to “take over” the zone between his country and Syria.The New York Times - 6d -
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Assad flees Syria as rebels seize Damascus
Toppling of regime marks culmination of lightning offensive by rebel groups led by HTSFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
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Who are the rebels in Syria?
The Islamist militant group HTS has a long and involved history in the Syrian conflict.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Assad regime ends in Syria as rebels claim Damascus
Syrian rebels seize Damascus; Assad flees countryNBC News - Dec. 8 -
Rebels Advance in Syria as Iran Steps Back
Also, judges rejected TikTok’s effort to avoid a U.S. ban. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Leader of Syria’s Resurgent Rebels Lays Out Strategy to Oust Assad
In an interview, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the Islamist rebel heading an offensive moving toward Damascus, said the operation was a long time coming.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Syrian Rebels Push South, Despite Efforts to Slow Them
Government forces appeared to be reinforcing crucial strongholds including the capital, Damascus, and the major city of Homs.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Google’s AI NotebookLM Project Leaders Leave to Launch Their Own Startup
The AI business is so hot that many employees at large, successful AI firms are leaving and trying their own startups in a healthy funding climate.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Syria's Civil War Puts Israel in a Bind: 'Devil We Know' or Islamist Rebels
Middle East watchers say the best hope for Israel is that two of its enemies weaken but don’t destroy each other.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
Israeli airstrikes kill dozens of Palestinians in Gaza, Palestinian health official says
Israel launched a series of airstrikes in Gaza on Wednesday, according to a Palestinian health official. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Israel’s Military Says Hostages Were Likely Killed by Hamas as Airstrike Hit
The six hostages, whose bodies were found in Gaza over the summer, were probably shot in February by their captors as an Israeli strike hit close to the tunnel where they were held, the military said.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Map: Where Rebels Have Advanced in Syria
Syrian opposition fighters have rapidly expanded the territory under their control in northwestern Syria.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Rebel advances in Syria spell danger for Russia’s Middle Eastern ambitions
Moscow’s ability to support its regional partner, Iran, is coming under increasing strainFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
BBC Verify tracks week of rebel advances in Syria
It’s been one week since rebel forces launched their largest offensive against the Syrian government in years. BBC Verify has been tracking their advances.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Amid Syria’s Rebel Offensive, a Geopolitical Cauldron Simmers
Iran and Russia, both stretched by conflicts of their own, have experienced setbacks in Syria after a rebel offensive in the northwest of the country.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Israel, Hezbollah exchanging strikes despite ceasefire
Last week's ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is in a fragile spot with Israel on Monday launching its largest wave of airstrikes across Lebanon since agreeing to the deal. Israel's military ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
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Fighting resumes in eastern Congo despite ceasefire between army and rebels
Fighting between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group has resumed in eastern Congo ahead of potential mediation talksABC News - Dec. 3 -
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truce
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truceNBC News - Dec. 3 -
Who are the rebels threatening Assad's grip on Syria?
The long-running civil war has unexpectedly sprung back into the spotlightBBC News - Dec. 3 -
Rebel offensive boosts Turkey’s influence in Syria
Ankara, long a backer of opposition groups, sees chance to push back Kurdish militants and force Assad to negotiateFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
What is the ultimate goal of Syria's rebel forces?
The Syrian military and Russian forces launched joint airstrikes Monday targeting rebel groups that seized control of the nation's largest city, Aleppo. Syria's civil war has stood at a stalemate ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Airstrikes hit hospitals in Syria’s Idlib region as insurgents fight Assad forces
White Helmets say at least 18 people killed in strikes on five healthcare facilities including maternity hospital. A wave of airstrikes has pummelled hospitals and neighbourhoods in the rebel-held ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
Israel carries out airstrikes in Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire – Middle East crisis live
Israeli military spokesperson says army attacking targets in Lebanon with ‘further details later’. Fighting has had a heavy toll in Lebanon in the last 13 months, with almost 4,000 people killed by ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Israel responds to Hezbollah rocket attack with airstrikes on south Lebanon
Bombing comes an hour after Israeli PM, Benjamin Netanyahu, vowed a ‘strong’ response to Hezbollah’s action. Israel has carried out a series of airstrikes in the Nabatieh district, south Lebanon, ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
