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Israeli Druze protest in solidarity with Syrian brethren

Druze citizens of Israel demonstrate in multiple locations and block a major highway in call for the Israeli government to do more to protect Syria's Druze community from attacks by the Syrian government.

Israeli Druze protest in solidarity with Syrian brethren

IDF launches wave of airstrikes to protect Syrian Druze

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz have ordered the IDF to attack regime forces moving towards the Druze in light of Israel's commitment to its own Druze citizens.

IDF launches wave of airstrikes to protect Syrian Druze

Syrian forces advance on Sweida amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes

Syrian forces are advancing on Sweida amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes, which have resulted in 99 deaths. Local leaders seek a truce as residents fear for their safety, highlighting instability post-Assad.

Syrian forces advance on Sweida amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes

Unusual strike in Syria:

IDF strikes Syrian tanks which crossed border into Israel

IDF targets several Syrian tanks near Golan Heights after they cross into buffer zone.

IDF strikes Syrian tanks which crossed border into Israel

Syria:

37 killed in Bedouin-Druze clashes in Sweida

Deadly clashes between Bedouin and Druze factions in Syria's Sweida kill 37, including children. Authorities send forces to de-escalate as local leaders call for calm amidst ongoing tensions in the region.

37 killed in Bedouin-Druze clashes in Sweida

Watch:

IDF seizes 3 tons of weapons on Mt. Hermon

Troops of the 810th Brigade identified several central commando headquarters of the former Syrian regime in the Mount Hermon area, which were responsible for the Syria-Lebanon region during the Assad regime period.

IDF seizes 3 tons of weapons on Mt. Hermon

Report

Netanyahu to meet Syrian President in DC in September

Israeli PM, Syrian President al-Shaara to meet ahead of UN General Assembly to sign security agreement, possible first step toward full normalization, i24NEWS reports.

Netanyahu to meet Syrian President in DC in September

Report:

National Security Advisor Hanegbi met with Syrian President

According to Syrian media, President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

National Security Advisor Hanegbi met with Syrian President

Major shift:

US revokes terror designation from Syria’s HTS

Trump administration revokes Hayat Tahrir al-Sham's terror designation, following the decision to lift Syria sanctions in order to aid its reconstruction after HTS ousted Assad.

US revokes terror designation from Syria’s HTS

Quds Force-backed terror cell arrested in IDF raid in Syria

Watch footage from special operation in southern Syria: IDF arrests cell operated by Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

Quds Force-backed terror cell arrested in IDF raid in Syria

IDF:

810th Brigade demolishes outposts on Mount Hermon summit

IDF Spokesperson releases footage from the Mountain Brigade’s operation in the Syrian sector, where outposts of the old Syrian regime that threatened IDF positions were destroyed.

810th Brigade demolishes outposts on Mount Hermon summit

Syria signals readiness to resume 1974 pact with Israel

Syria expresses willingness to re-implement the 1974 disengagement agreement with Israel amid ongoing US-brokered talks for normalization.

Syria signals readiness to resume 1974 pact with Israel

Report:

IDF forces landed near Damascus, stayed for 5 hours

Arabic media reports IDF helicopters landed near the Syrian capital.

IDF forces landed near Damascus, stayed for 5 hours

Report:

Syria's demands for normalization with Israel

Syrian source reveals two Golan Heights peace scenarios, including land divisions and potential Lebanese transfers; new Syrian president shows openness, but Golan return is key for domestic support.

Syria's demands for normalization with Israel

Syria dismisses 'premature' peace deal talk with Israel

Syrian state media deems peace talks with Israel "premature," demanding full adherence to the 1974 disengagement agreement and withdrawal from “occupied areas”.

Syria dismisses 'premature' peace deal talk with Israel

Special operation in southern Syria:

IDF arrests Iranian-backed terror cell

In overnight operation, IDF forces arrest Iranian-backed terror cell in southern Syria's Umm al-Luqs and Ein al-Bassali.

IDF arrests Iranian-backed terror cell

Chief of Staff in Syria

We must maintain alertness and keep our eyes open at all times

Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, conducted a field tour and situation assessment in Syria with the Commander of the Northern Command, Maj. Gen. Ori Gordin, and spoke with reserve soldiers.

We must maintain alertness and keep our eyes open at all times

Report uncovers Syrian gov’t role in Alawite slaughter

Reuters investigation traces March 2025 coastal massacres to militias and units tied to Syria’s new leadership, exposing a chain of command reaching Damascus.

Report uncovers Syrian gov’t role in Alawite slaughter

Report:

Israel-Syria talks focusing on IDF withdrawal from southern Syria

Al-Sharq Al-Awsat reports that the two sides are discussing limited security arrangements. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa opposes a peace agreement at this stage and demands full Israeli withdrawal from areas captured after Assad’s fall.

Israel-Syria talks focusing on IDF withdrawal from southern Syria

Hope for regional integration?

Trump lifts Syria sanctions

Trump signs executive order lifting most sanctions on Syria, citing an "opportunity" for economic rebuilding under new President Ahmed al-Sharaa.

Trump lifts Syria sanctions

Report:

These are Syria's conditions for Israeli accord

Lebanese channel reports that Syria has outlined its conditions for a peace agreement with Israel, including Israeli withdrawal from the Golan buffer zone, a halt to airstrikes, and US guarantees for the deal and support for the Syrian regime.

These are Syria's conditions for Israeli accord

Rabbi Cooper: Trump could broker Netanyahu-Al-Sharaa meeting

After meeting Syria’s new president in Damascus, Rabbi Abraham Cooper says summit with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is possible if initiated by US President Donald Trump.

Rabbi Cooper: Trump could broker Netanyahu-Al-Sharaa meeting

IDF arrests terror suspects in Syria

Troops from the IDF's 210th Division, deployed in southern Syria, conducted raids on weapons storage facilities and arrested multiple terrorist suspects.

IDF arrests terror suspects in Syria

Syria:

Extremist group claims Damascus church bombing

Sunni extremist group Saraya Ansar al-Sunna claims responsibility for a Damascus church bombing that killed 25, challenging the Syrian government's assertion of ISIS involvement.

Extremist group claims Damascus church bombing

Tensions rise:

Iran proxies eye US bases amid retaliation fears

US officials detect Iran-backed militias preparing retaliatory attacks on US bases in Iraq and potentially Syria, following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, according to The New York Times.

Iran proxies eye US bases amid retaliation fears

Suicide bombing tears through Damascus church

The attack occurred during a prayer service at the Mar Elias Church in the Dweil’a neighborhood

Suicide bombing tears through Damascus church

Special nighttime operation: Hamas terrorists arrested in Syria

IDF forces arrest several Hamas terrorists in Syria, transfer them to Israel for interrogation.

Special nighttime operation: Hamas terrorists arrested in Syria

Secret cross-border rescue:

IDF, Rambam save critically-ill Syrian girl

Revealed: 12-year-old Syrian girl in life-threatening condition was evacuated by the IDF to Rambam Hospital, where she received urgent heart treatment and made a full recovery.

IDF, Rambam save critically-ill Syrian girl

Report:

Netanyahu seeks US-mediated negotiations with Syria

Prime Minister eyes renewed talks with Damascus following US policy shift, seeks revised security pact and peace accord.

Netanyahu seeks US-mediated negotiations with Syria

Graves of 1st Intifada architect, PFLP founder smashed in Syria

Graves of Fatah commander and Arafat deputy Khalil al-Wazir and PFLP founder Ahmad Jibril smashed and vandalized in the in the Al-Shuhada Cemetery within the Yarmouk refugee camp.

Graves of 1st Intifada architect, PFLP founder smashed in Syria

Report:

Israel, Syria cooperate to prevent escalation in border region

Security forces return to towns near buffer zone under conditional agreement to prevent further attacks on Israeli territory, after recent rocket fire prompted Israeli airstrikes.

Israel, Syria cooperate to prevent escalation in border region

Syria grants IAEA immediate access to suspected nuclear sites

Syria's new government grants the UN nuclear watchdog immediate access to suspected former nuclear sites, according to IAEA chief Rafael Grossi.

Syria grants IAEA immediate access to suspected nuclear sites

2 rockets fired at Israel from Syria fall in open areas

Sirens sound in southern Golan Heights following rocket attack from Syria; IDF responds with artillery fire.

2 rockets fired at Israel from Syria fall in open areas

Report:

Syria to absorb 3,500 foreign jihadists with US approval

Integration of Uyghur militants into Syrian military draws international scrutiny amid shift in US policy.

Syria to absorb 3,500 foreign jihadists with US approval

Footage from the Syrian villages of Mt. Hermon

As part of activities in the security zone in southern Syria, troops from the 810 Brigade located weapons, including several rockets and landmines.

Footage from the Syrian villages of Mt. Hermon

Al-Julani to Jewish Journal:

'We share a common enemy with Israel'

The new president of Syria, Al-Julani, was interviewed by the Jewish newspaper and addressed his country's relationship with Israel.

'We share a common enemy with Israel'

IDF strikes Syrian targets posing maritime and air threats

IDF confirms strikes on Syrian weapon storage facilities with coastal and surface-to-air missiles near Latakia, says the strikes aimed to neutralize threats to international and Israeli maritime navigation.

IDF strikes Syrian targets posing maritime and air threats

'Damascus Crowns' unveiled in tribute to Syrian Chief Rabbi

In a moving ceremony at the National Library in Jerusalem, the public was granted a rare glimpse of the ancient “Damascus Crowns” — Torah manuscripts smuggled from Syria in a daring operation led by Rabbi Avraham Hamra.

'Damascus Crowns' unveiled in tribute to Syrian Chief Rabbi

Poll:

Growing Syrian support for peace with Israel

Survey by Syrian research center shows deep divides on normalization, with notable support in southern provinces and among minority groups.

Growing Syrian support for peace with Israel

IDF treats over 500 Syrians at field clinic near Hader

As part of a humanitarian-security effort, IDF and Medical Corps operate mobile clinic in southern Syria to aid Druze civilians and secure the Golan region. Watch.

IDF treats over 500 Syrians at field clinic near Hader

Reuters report:

Direct talks held between Israel and Syria

Security officials from both sides reportedly met in person to discuss reducing tensions along the border, as US encourages engagement.

Direct talks held between Israel and Syria

New Syria gov't pledges help on missing US citizens

Syria's new authorities commit to assisting the United States in locating and repatriating missing American citizens or their remains, a significant development following the lifting of US sanctions.

New Syria gov't pledges help on missing US citizens

Report:

Israel and Turkey establish hotline amid Syrian tensions

Israel and Turkey have reportedly established a 24/7 hotline to prevent military misunderstandings in Syria, following direct talks in Baku.

Israel and Turkey establish hotline amid Syrian tensions

Israeli Druze leaders to meet Syrian govt. officials

Senior officials from the Druze community will meet in the UAE with representatives from the new Syrian government, sources tell i24NEWS Middle East Correspondent Ariel Oseran.

Israeli Druze leaders to meet Syrian govt. officials

Report:

Decades later, Eli Cohen’s possessions come home

Decades after his execution, Israeli spy Eli Cohen’s belongings are sent back to Israel by Syria in a goodwill gesture directed at President Trump.

Decades later, Eli Cohen’s possessions come home

Despite 'reconciliation'

New Syrian regime confiscates Jewish properties

New Syrian regime transfers homes belonging to Jews who left the country to local residents.

New Syrian regime confiscates Jewish properties

60 years after execution:

Mossad recovers Eli Cohen archive from Syria

The Mossad has recovered the official Syrian security forces archive on executed Israeli spy Eli Cohen, which includes documents, photos, and personal belongings.

Mossad recovers Eli Cohen archive from Syria

In Aleppo:

Syrian government targets ISIS sleeper cells

Syrian security forces conduct significant raid against ISIS hideouts in Aleppo, killing three terrorists and detaining four, marking the first publicly announced operation of its kind by the Islamist-led government in the city.

Syrian government targets ISIS sleeper cells

Dramatic announcement:

Trump warns Iran: Move fast or something bad will happen

Concluding Mideast tour, US President Donald Trump urges Iran to agree to nuclear deal 'or something bad will happen.'

Trump warns Iran: Move fast or something bad will happen

Report: Syria may transfer remains of Israeli spy Eli Cohen

Hezbollah-linked Al-Akhbar reports Syria's President al-Sharaa is open to returning Cohen’s remains and those of Israeli soldiers missing since 1982.

Report: Syria may transfer remains of Israeli spy Eli Cohen

Nearing A Deal:

Trump praises Syrian leader, hints at progress with Iran

During a visit to Qatar, President Donald Trump told reporters that the USA is very close to reaching a nuclear agreement with Iran and praised Syria's new leader as a 'strong man'.

Trump praises Syrian leader, hints at progress with Iran

'We want peace with everyone'

Syrian official does not rule out joining Abraham Accords

Ali al-Rifa'ai, senior Syrian spokesman, tells Israeli media that Damascus would be open to ties with Israel following President Trump’s outreach

Syrian official does not rule out joining Abraham Accords

US president with jihadist leader:

Trump meets Syrian Pres. al-Sharaa

In a historic first meeting in 25 years, US President Donald Trump meets Syria's President Ahmed Al-Sharaa, after US lifts sanctions on Syria despite Israeli objections.

Trump meets Syrian Pres. al-Sharaa

'Show us something special'

Trump lifts sanctions on Syria

US President Trump announces the lifting of US sanctions on Syria following the Assad regime’s fall, calling it “a chance at greatness” for the war-torn country.

Trump lifts sanctions on Syria

Amid reconstruction

Trump open to lifting Syria sanctions

US President Donald Trump says he is considering lifting sanctions on Syria to support the country's post-civil war reconstruction. Syria's foreign ministry welcomes the move as a step toward peace and prosperity.

Trump open to lifting Syria sanctions

43 Years Later:

Tzvi Feldman laid to rest

After more than four decades missing in action, Staff Sergeant Tzvi Feldman, killed in the 1982 Battle of Sultan Yaqub, was finally laid to rest in Israel today.

Tzvi Feldman laid to rest

Four Decades Later:

Recovery of Tzvi Feldman may lead to legendary spy Eli Cohen

Several bodies were exhumed during the operation. Foreign media reports that Israel is checking whether one of them might be that of 'our man in Damascus.'

Recovery of Tzvi Feldman may lead to legendary spy Eli Cohen

After raids in Syria, Paratroopers redeploy to southern front

After months of operations along the Syrian border, IDF paratroopers conclude their mission in the north and join preparations for expanded ground activity in Gaza.

After raids in Syria, Paratroopers redeploy to southern front

Hero’s Return:

How body of Tzvi Feldman was recovered from Syria

Mossad and military Intelligence carried out a daring mission deep in Syrian territory to recover the remains of the IDF officer missing since the 1982 battle of Sultan Yacoub.

How body of Tzvi Feldman was recovered from Syria

Tzvi Feldman's brother:

'Thank G-d this circle is closed'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu personally informed the family of Tzvi Feldman today (Sunday) of the successful operation to retrieve his body from Syria after 43 years.

'Thank G-d this circle is closed'