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Lifting sanctions on Syria exposes their cruel intent

As Trump shifts US policy, former defenders now concede what was long denied — the economic war killed more than it helped

Netanyahu, Trump, and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa
Middle East

Shotgun wedding? Israel and Syria go to the altar


The two historic rivals are reportedly in advanced talks to end hostilities, but Netanyahu has much more to gain from the proposal

Recep Tayyip Erdogan Benjamin Netanyahu
Middle East

Why Israel is now turning its sights on Turkey

An intensified rivalry between the two Middle East powers is not a question of 'if' but 'how'

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QiOSK

Ambassador: US to reduce military bases in Syria 'to one'

In new interview in Turkey, Tom Barrack says plans are to reduce Washington’s footprint and intervention

Recep Tayyip Erdogan Ahmed al-Sharaa
Middle East

Iran struggling for relevance in post-Assad Syria

Tehran spent decades propping up and fighting for the old regime. Will it ever have influence with those who deposed it?

Donald Trump
Middle East

Trump's wise, bold Syria reset

Lifting sanctions won't be easy but his announcement — and brief meeting with al-Sharaa today — is more evidence of Israel's waning influence