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French and German diplomats seek fresh start with new Syrian leaders

France and Germany's foreign ministers are in Damascus for talks with Syrian de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, marking the highest-level Western visit since the ouster of Bashar al-Assad last month.

Radio France Internationale

New Syrian regime’s school curriculum changes spark backlash

Critics fear increased focus on Islam and removal of content related to Bashar al-Assad’s toppled regime will erode country’s diverse historical and cultural identity

The Independent UK

French and German foreign ministers ‘want new relationship with Syria’

Jean-Noël Barrot and Annalena Baerbock call for peaceful transition in highest-level western visit since Assad’s fall

The Guardian - UK

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Middle East latest: German and French foreign ministers seek 'new beginning' with Syria

The German and French foreign ministers are heading to Damascus to send what the German minister said is a clear signal that a “political new beginning” between Europe and Syria is possible

The Independent UK

French, German foreign ministers meet Syria’s de facto rulers

Germany’s Annalena Baerbock says Europe will support Syria but ‘will not be a financier of Islamist structures’.

Al Jazeera

Top European Diplomats In Syria For Talks With Leader Sharaa

Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa is due to meet the French and German foreign ministers on Friday, in the highest-level visit by major Western powers under the new authorities in Damascus.

International Business Times

White House Sees No Foreign Involvement In New Orleans Attack

Authorities investigate New Orleans attack with no foreign involvement. President Biden monitors amidst concerns about terror groups in Syria.

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The New Orleans attacker was inspired by ISIS. How much of a threat does the group pose to the US?

Despite the New Orleans attack, experts don’t see an elevated threat from ISIS — instead, it’s a steady threat that never left, Richard Hall writes.

The Independent UK

Angelina Jolie mourns impact of the Syrian conflict

Breaking her social media silence for the first time since it emerged she had finalised her long-running divorce battle with ex Brad Pitt, actress Angelina Jolie has revealed she is mourning the impact of the Syrian conflict.

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ISIS Remains Active In Multiple Countries Worldwide

ISIS's global presence and online influence continue to fuel radicalization and pose security challenges worldwide.

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AP PHOTOS: Syria's new security forces conduct sweeps in Homs, looking for ousted Assad's loyalists

Syria’s new security forces have deployed in tanks in the city of Homs to search for militia members and former soldiers loyal to ousted President Bashar Assad who have refused to surrender their weapons

The Independent UK

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill at least 18 in Gaza, including 3 children, officials say

Palestinian and hospital officials say Israeli airstrikes killed at least 18 people in the Gaza Strip, including three children and two high-ranking officers in the Hamas-run police force

The Independent UK

Syria's New Government Faces Backlash Over School Curriculum Changes

Syria's new government faces criticism for changes in school curriculum, including Islamist influences and removal of certain chapters.

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King Charles donates to Syria after fall of dictator Assad

Charles made an undisclosed contribution to the International Rescue Committee

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The Independent UK

King donates to charity’s humanitarian work in Syria

Charles has been UK Patron of the International Rescue Committee UK since 2021.

Evening Standard

Who are Islamic State? Is Isis back after New Orleans attack?

Army veteran claims he was inspired by Isis before driving into crowd

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Israeli Airstrikes Kill 18 In Gaza, Including Children And Officers

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and Syrian forces' operations in Homs; Al Jazeera faces restrictions in the West Bank. Current events in the Middle East.

Al Jazeera

Syria FM in Saudi Arabia on maiden trip as new rulers reset regional ties

Asaad Al-Shaibani arrived in Riyadh in his first overseas visit since the removal of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria.

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The Independent UK

What is the Islamic State, and what attacks has it inspired by offshoots and lone wolves?

Police say they recovered the stark black flag of the Islamic State extremist group from the truck that an American man from Texas smashed into New Year’s partygoers in New Orleans’ French Quarter

International Business Times

Syria FM Hopes First Foreign Visit To Saudi Opens 'New, Bright Page'

Syria's top diplomat said he hoped to open a "new, bright page" with Saudi Arabia upon arriving in the kingdom Wednesday, the first foreign visit for Syria's new rulers, who seized power last month.

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Syrian Activists Demand Justice For Disappeared Colleagues

Protesters in Douma demand justice for disappeared activists in Syria's civil war, seeking truth and accountability for all victims.

The Guardian - UK

Trump’s killing of Qassem Suleimani led to fall of Assad, says Tugendhat

Ex-security minister says assassination ordered by Trump set off chain of events that led to revolution in Syria

Al Jazeera

‘Ready to engage’: Syria’s foreign minister calls for lifting of sanctions

In exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, Hassan al-Shaibani details the new administration’s goals and challenges ahead.

International Business Times

New Year Hope And Joy Reign In A Damascus Freed From Assad

Umayyad Square in Damascus hummed to the throngs of people brandishing "revolution" flags as Syria saw in the new year with hope following 13 years of civil war.

The National (Scotland)

UK special forces troops face prosecution over alleged war crimes in Syria

NINE UK special forces troops could be prosecuted over alleged war crimes in Syria, Ministry of Defence (MoD) figures show ...

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