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By Diana Rayes
Sweida is not an isolated tragedy—it is a litmus test for Syria's fragile political transition and for the international community’s resolve to respond to the unfolding humanitarian crisis.
By Ibrahim Al-Assil
What comes next in Syria will not be determined by battlefield victories or summit declarations, but by the evolving realities on the ground.
By Marie Forestier
To avoid the complete supremacy of HTS-supporting Sunnis, it is crucial to adopt power-sharing mechanisms ensuring inclusiveness
By Majd AlGhatrif
US officials described the events as “a rivalry” between Syria's Druze and Bedouins. But this framing strips the crisis of its historical and political context.
By Itai Melchior and Nir Boms
Israel will be wise to align its policy with those who seek to integrate Syria rather than with those who seek to fragment it.
The bombing at Mar Elias Church is more than an isolated tragedy. It is a signal that Syria’s transition remains vulnerable to sabotage.
By Sinan Hatahet
While Syria's political shift brings new hope, it also highlights the complex realities that still define the Syrian landscape.
By Muhsen al-Mustafa
With the end of Western sanctions, Syria faces a rare opportunity to address the imbalances of the post-conflict period.
By Shermine Serbest
Iraq's position on the Syria transition is split between two camps: the official government, and that of the powerful non-state actors.
By Gregory Waters and Kayla Koontz
Since Assad’s December ousting, Syrians have struggled to sift the truth from fake claims about security incidents across the country.
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