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Distinguishing Between Syria’s Alawites and Morocco’s Alaouite Dynasty

The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria on December 8, following opposition forces’ entry into Damascus, has reignited global interest in the Alawite community, which held power in Syria for over five decades. Yet, this historic event has also caused confusion, with some observers mistakenly......

Syria's Turning Point: UN Envoy Expresses Cautious Optimism for Peace

The United Nations special envoy for Syria has described the country as standing at “a watershed moment” following recent developments in its prolonged civil war. Rebels have announced their control over the capital, Damascus, marking a significant shift in a conflict that has lasted nearly......

Syrian Rebels Declare Assad’s Rule Over Amid Dramatic Offensive

In a stunning development, Syrian rebels, led by radical Islamist factions, declared the fall of President Bashar al-Assad and the "liberation" of Damascus on Syrian state television. The announcement marked the end of over five decades of Assad family rule, culminating in a swift offensive......

The Polarizing Figure of Tulsi Gabbard A Controversial Stance on Foreign Policy and Intelligence

In 2018, a significant moment unfolded within the House Foreign Affairs Committee. A Syrian dissident known by the codename Caesar, who had previously smuggled 55,000 harrowing photographs documenting the brutal conditions in Syrian detention facilities, was set to testify. His testimony was expected......

Syria's Civil War Rekindled: Key Players in the Ongoing Conflict

Syria's long-running civil war has once again captured global attention, particularly after a surprise rebel offensive that led to insurgents capturing most of Aleppo, the country’s largest city, along with several nearby towns and villages. This unexpected development has reignited fierce......

Rebel Group Takes Control of Aleppo as Syrian Army Withdraws

Aleppo, Syria’s northwestern city, has witnessed intense fighting as members of the Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebel group launched a major offensive, forcing the Syrian army to withdraw after holding control for over eight years. This marks the most intense fighting in the region since 2020,......

China's Trade Corridor Dreams Stalled by Myanmar's Civil War

In the border town of Yinjing, once known for its porous frontier with Myanmar, a stark reality now unfolds. A high metal fence, topped with barbed wire and surveillance cameras, divides what was once a seamless economic relationship between the two nations. This transformation is a direct result of......

Sudan's Paramilitary Force Accepts US Invitation for Ceasefire Talks Amidst Humanitarian Crisis

In a significant development in the ongoing Sudanese conflict, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have agreed to participate in US-mediated ceasefire negotiations. The talks, scheduled for August 14 in Switzerland, aim to halt the devastating civil war that has gripped Sudan since April 2023. Mohammed Hamdan......

Navigating Syria's Shifting Political Landscape: A Closer Look at the 2024 Parliamentary Elections

In a political landscape marked by ongoing challenges, Syrians headed to the polls on Monday to elect members of a new parliament. This fourth parliamentary election since the 2011 anti-government protests and subsequent civil war comes amidst an economic crisis that has fueled demonstrations in the......