Syria and Russia Reach Deal to End Moscow’s Military Use of Key Mediterranean Bases
Despite the reduction of Russia’s military role, Syria’s new leadership has sought to maintain relations with Moscow.
The Syrian Civil War is an ongoing multi-sided war in Syria fought between the Assad Regime and various domestic and foreign forces opposing both the regime and each other in varying combinations. It started as part of the Arab Spring protests in 2011 and escalated to an armed conflict due to the excessive use of force by the regime. The war is currently known to be the second deadliest of the 21st century.
Erdoğan: Türkiye Will Not Tolerate Maritime Threats in Eastern Mediterranean
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that Türkiye would not tolerate coercion, piracy or other provocations threatening its maritime interests in…
UN General Assembly adopts resolutions demanding Israel end occupation of Golan, Palestine
In the first vote, the General Assembly adopted a draft resolution penned by Egypt, which demanded that Israel withdraw fully…
Syria’s President Addresses UN for First Time in Six Decades
Al-Sharaa’s speech at the UN was met with celebration in Damascus, where large crowds filled Umayyad Square to cheer his…
Interview: Syrian Minister Accuses Israel of Undermining National Unity
Syrian Information Minister Hamza Mustafa emphasized that Damascus had pursued dialogue—not war—over the past six months with political and armed…
Report: Iran Boosts Air Defense Network in Syria amid Israeli Strikes
Iran and Israel have long been engaged in what many describe as a “shadow war.”
Turkey’s Right to Self-Defense Requires Cross-Border Operations in Syria and Iraq
Since 2015, a total of 764 mortar attacks, rockets, and missiles have been fired from Syrian territory, targeting Turkey’s populous…
How Realistic Is It to Go Retro in Turkey-Syria Relations?
Compelling factors and actors push Turkey and Syria into a rapprochement course, but the facts on the ground may impede…
The Tehran Summit: What Is Next for Turkey, Russia, and Iran?
The Tehran Summit will have serious regional and international implications.
Turkey’s Likely New Syria Operation: Why Now?
According to the Turkish media, the new operation aims to clear Tal Rifaat, Manbij, Ayn al-Arab, and Ain Issa from…
Russia’s War in Ukraine Gives Iran the Upper Hand in Syria
Russia’s losses on the Ukrainian front have encouraged Iran to advance further in Syria.
Migration Remains a Hot Topic in Turkey with New Regulations Imposed
As presidential elections in 2023 near, migration will continue to remain a hot topic in Turkish politics.
Education in the Shadow of Civil War: Observations from the Ground in Syria
As northern Syria becomes safer, Syrian refugees voluntarily returning to their homes become more likely.
Turkey Closes Airspace to Russian Planes Flying to Syria
Turkey has placed a three-month ban on Russian planes flying to Syria.
Normalizing with the Assad regime, Different Approaches at Different Levels
Although it has not severed its relations with the regime, Jordan has taken positions close to the Syrian opposition over…
Just and Unjust Wars: The Need for a Third Way
The just war doctrine is not perfect and there is an urgent need for a third way debate.
Ukraine is Assad’s New Dilemma
As the war in Ukraine further internationalizes, anti-regime forces in Syria might seize opportunities to re-intensify their insurgency.
Iran’s Proxies in the Middle East: A Halted Transition to Politics?
Although Iran’s short-term expectations from its proxies were mostly military, there has been a strong political dimension since from the…
