Lebanon extradited Major General Adel Issa, a top general under former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, to Syria to face trial for war crimes committed during the 14-year civil war.
Israel conducted eight airstrikes on the Abu Duhur air base in Syria's Idlib province, aiming to block a reported Turkish troop deployment. The attack drew condemnation from Syria, Turkey, and regional powers, further straining post-Assad security dynamics.
US President Donald Trump's calls for Syrian intervention to disarm Hezbollah face steep resistance in Damascus, where leaders fear destabilization, Iranian retaliation, and derailed economic recovery.
The Syrian government has allocated one million liters of subsidized mazut to Al-Hasakah province to support the agricultural sector and respond to ongoing popular protests demanding better living conditions and services. Protests have also highlighted grievances regarding the implementation of integration agreements and the control of SDF forces.
Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) announced a security crackdown in Hasakah province, coinciding with efforts to integrate over 9,000 Asayish members into Syrian Internal Security Forces. This integration, part of a January agreement, faces technical and logistical challenges but has seen progress in areas like elections and education.
Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) announced a security crackdown in Hasakah province, coinciding with talks to integrate over 9,000 Asayish members into Syrian Internal Security Forces. Despite security understandings, Hasakah faces ongoing unrest. Meanwhile, Lebanon's Hezbollah and Amal movement appear to accept Israeli forces remaining in Lebanese territory pending a ceasefire, a shift from previous demands for immediate withdrawal. Separately, Israel announced plans to expand settlements in the West Bank, drawing condemnation from Palestinians and international bodies.
Syrian government and SDF reach a comprehensive agreement including a ceasefire, integration of forces, and handover of institutions. Officials emphasize humanitarian aspects of detainees and displaced persons.
