Ahmed al-Sharaa

Surprise from Damascus:

Al-Sharaa confirms talks with Israel

Syrian President confirms advanced talks with Israel for a security agreement based on the 1974 disengagement line.

Report:

Israel and Syria to sign security agreement on September 25

According to Arab reports, Israel and Syria are expected to sign a security agreement under US auspices on September 25, without a comprehensive peace deal.

Syrian President accuses Israel of fueling unrest in south

Syrian President Sharaa blames Israel for unrest in the south and calls for dialogue to restore national unity, amid protests in Sweida and tensions over clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups.

UN: Syrian civilians targeted in sectarian massacres

UN investigators detail brutal sectarian violence and urge sweeping reforms amid growing calls for accountability, protection, and justice for Syrian civilians.

Syria sets September vote for expanded parliament under Sharaa

Syria will hold parliamentary elections in September under President Sharaa, expanding the assembly to 210 seats.

US envoy announces:

'Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire'

US envoy Tom Barrack announces a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Syria, backed by Turkey, Jordan, and other neighbors, urges Druze, Bedouins, and Sunnis to disarm.

Defense Minister:

'We don't trust al-Julani, we trust only G-d and the IDF'

Defense Minister Israel Katz meets with Senator Ted Cruz, emphasizing Israel's unwavering policy to defend Druze and ensure security in the Golan Heights. 'IDF's presence in southern Syria is guarantee for Israel's security.'

Syrian President charges:

'Israel seeks to turn Syria into a zone of anarchy'

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa accuses Israel of attempting to undermine Syria’s stability, drag it into internal conflict, and divide the country.

Haskel:

If my family were butchered, I'd cross borders to defend them

Deputy FM Sharen Haskel vows Israel will protect Druze civilians amid Syrian attacks, slamming the international community for its silence on brutal minority massacres.

Strikes caught live on air

Minister of Defense: The painful blows have commenced

Moments after Minister of Defense Katz warned of 'painful blows' to the Syrian regime, a live news broadcast captured the moment of an airstrike behind its studio.

Damascus

IDF strikes Syrian military headquarters and presidential palace

IDF targets entrance of Syrian regime's military headquarters, following attacks against Druze population in southern Syria.

Zvi Yehezkeli:

'Julani proves he’s unworthy - the ISIS DNA is stronger'

Arab affairs expert Zvi Yehezkeli issues warning about the new Syrian regime: “On the ground, they resemble Hamas. The real question is whether agreements can be made with them. In my opinion - no.”

Minister Chikli calls for elimination of Syrian President

Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli says in response to killings of Syrian Druze that Ahmad al-Sharaa is "a terrorist, a barbaric murderer who should be eliminated without delay."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

JPPI:

Syrian media tones down anti-Israel rhetoric

New JPPI research finds that under President al-Julani, Syrian state media has significantly reduced both the volume and intensity of its coverage of Israel, signaling a possible shift in regional posture.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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

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.

Syrian President confirms indirect talks with Israel

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa confirms that indirect talks with Israel are taking place, focusing on security, intelligence, and confidence-building.

Report: Israel, Syria, holding secret talks mediated by UAE

Indirect Israel-Syria talks focus mainly on security, intelligence, sources tell Reuters.

Watch:

Syria's new leader shows off skills on the basketball court

Apparently, when he is not busy sending militants to shoot ethnic and religious minorities, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa likes to shoot hoops. A video circulating on social media shows him doing so with his FM, Asaad al-Shaibani.

Amine Ayoub?

Syria’s 'new face': Don’t fall for Ahmed al-Sharaa’s 'peace' scam

Belief in Ahmed al-Sharaa’s promises is a mistake that could cost Israel dearly. What Sharaa has mastered is not moderation, but marketing. Opinion.

US Rep. reveals Syrian leader's conditions for deal with Israel

US Representative Marlin Stutzman spoke about his meeting with Ahmed al-Sharaa and how the Syrians are interested in normalization with Israel.

Congressman claims:

Syria wants to join Abraham Accords - under the right conditions

US Congressman Cory Mills tells Bloomberg he spoke with Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa about US sanctions, removal of chemical weapons, and the possibility of Syria joining the Abraham Accords.

Push for diplomatic support

Syria’s new President to visit UAE, Turkey

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to visit the UAE and Turkey as part of a diplomatic drive to bolster international backing for his administration.

Report:

More than 100 weapon sites remain in Syria

The figure is much higher than past estimates; experts say sarin, mustard gas, and chlorine could be not secured and lead to disaster.

Including a woman

Syria’s transitional government sworn in

Syria’s newly sworn-in transitional government includes fresh faces, including a woman for the first time, but retains key ministers.

Amid transition

Syria’s interim leader signs Islamist constitution

Syria’s interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, approves temporary constitution that will place the country under Islamist rule for the next five years.

Syria's interim President announces new National Security Council

Syria's interim President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, issues presidential decree establishing a National Security Council aimed at bolstering security coordination and ensuring political stability.

Dramatic agreement in Syria

Kurdish institutions to be incorporated in new government

Syria’s interim government announces an agreement with the leadership of the Kurdish-dominated Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to incorporate the institutions of the autonomous Kurdish administration in the northeast into the national government.

Syria launches probe of alleged massacre of Alawite civilians

Syria’s interim government announces an investigation after the killing of Alawite civilians in clashes in the coastal provinces of Latakia and Tartus.

Syrian President demands immediate Israeli withdrawal from south

Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa urges international community to pressure Israel into an "immediate" withdrawal from the south of the country.

Syria forms committee to draft constitutional declaration

Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa announces establishment of a committee tasked with drafting a constitutional declaration to guide the country’s transition.

Europe rolls back sanctions on Syria amid leadership change

European Union rolls back energy, transport, and banking sanctions against Syria, provided its new leadership remains committed to peace.

Syria’s President invited to Arab League summit

Syria's newly appointed President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, invited to attend emergency Arab League summit in Cairo on March 4, a significant step in rebuilding Syria's relations with the Arab world following the fall of Assad.

Alma Research Center Analysis:

Ahmed al-Sharaa’s Visit to Saudi Arabia and Turkey

Syria's new leader has much to gain from recognition by the two Mid-East powers, but they have just as much to gain from his friendship. Analysis.

Syria:

Transitional president sets 4-5 year timeline for elections

Syria's transitional president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, estimates it would take between four and five years to organize presidential elections, cites need for vast infrastructure which needs to be re-established.

Israel building outposts in Syria, report says

Satellite imagery shows military bases and a new road in southern Syria, the Washington Post reports.

Ahmed al-Sharaa named Syria's interim president

Syria's new leadership announces that Ahmed al-Sharaa, who became the country's de facto leader after his rebel group ousted Bashar Al-Assad, has been appointed interim president.

'Protect remaining Jews'

The unordinary letter from the rabbi to Syria's new leader

Rabbi Binyamin Hamra, the spiritual leader of the Syrian community in Israel, sent a letter to Ahmad al-Sharaa asking him to protect the country's remaining Jews and Jewish holy sites.

Syrian rebel leader:

'Holding elections could take up to four years'

Syria’s de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, explains that drafting a new constitution might require up to three years and it will take around a year for Syrians to witness significant changes.

Israel's message to Syria's new leader

Israel made clear to Ahmad al-Sharaa that as long as no trustworthy force comes to replace the IDF, it will take steps to ensure its own security.

US lifts bounty on leader of Syrian rebels

Top US diplomat for the Middle East meets Syria's de facto leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa, tells him that Washington would no longer pursue a reward for his arrest.

Syrian rebel leader:

'Syria is no longer a threat to the West, lift the sanctions'

Ahmed Al-Sharaa, head of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and de facto leader of Syria, says the country is exhausted by the ongoing war and is no longer a threat to its neighbors or to the West.

Syrian rebel leader meets UN envoy

Abu Mohammed al-Julani, leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, tells UN envoy it is necessary to update a 2015 United Nations Security Council resolution on the Syrian civil war.

Al-Julani:

Syria will be a country of Sharia Law

Syrian rebel leader Abu Mohammad al-Julani says new Syrian regime will operate under Sharia Law, morality police will be supervised by clerics and mullahs.

Al-Julani: We don't want conflict with Israel

Syrian rebel leader Abu Mohammad al-Julani says Israel is using Iranian presence as excuse to invade Syria, claims Iranians have left the country.

Is Syrian jihadist critically injured?

Russia claims Tahrir Al-Sham leader was critically injured in air strike. Group denies.