Syria

Syria

Syria stands at a pivotal juncture as it charts a path following the fall of the Assad regime. Syria’s new government faces the task of rebuilding a shattered economy and establishing state institutions capable of managing a diverse and war-affected population. A durable US-Syria partnership depends on sustained cooperation across reconstruction, governance, and Syria’s reintegration.

Featured commentary & analysis

Ashraph in the Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide: Advancing justice and accountability in Syria after the fall of Assad: key priorities

MENASource Jul 1, 2026

The US is sending Syrian asylees back. Syria isn’t ready.

By Diana Rayes 

The US Supreme Court’s recent decision to uphold the Trump administration’s decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status programs crates a troubling global precedent.
Migration Syria
Ashraph in the Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide: Advancing justice and accountability in Syria after the fall of Assad: key priorities

MENASource May 4, 2026

Syria needs a trustworthy digital ecosystem to support its revival

By Nadia Farra

Robust digital infrastructure, digital literacy, and cybersecurity are no longer luxuries for high-income nations but fundamental requirements for national stability and economic resilience.
Freedom and Prosperity Inclusive Growth
Ashraph in the Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide: Advancing justice and accountability in Syria after the fall of Assad: key priorities

MENASource Feb 20, 2026

Syria is not Libya, but it could become one if the world looks away

By Kurt Davis Jr.

There are lessons from Libya’s fragmentation and collapse that can be applied now as Syria sits at a similar inflection point.
Conflict Libya

Programs

Syria Project

The Syria Project advances policy engagement and international partnerships during a pivotal political transition. It serves as a leading platform for independent analysis and high-level dialogue on US-Syria relations, economic recovery, governance, and regional reintegration, leveraging deep networks across Washington, Damascus, and the broader Middle East.

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Middle East Programs

Working with our allies and partners in Europe and the wider Middle East to protect US interests, build peace and security, and unlock the human potential of the region.

EXPLORE THE ATLANTIC COUNCIL’S MIDDLE EAST PROGRAMS

Content

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Ashraph in the Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide: Advancing justice and accountability in Syria after the fall of Assad: key priorities

By Atlantic Council

Civil Society Freedom and Prosperity

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Rayes quoted in Devex on how USAID’s collapse could fuel an ISIS resurgence

By Atlantic Council

Extremism International Organizations

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Bakir joins Syria TV to discuss Syria’s partnership with Qatar

By Atlantic Council

Arabic Middle East

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Samaan joins BBC to discuss the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, Gaza, and Syria

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Katz in Travels and Observations: Putin avoided a Syrian quagmire, but not in the way he wanted to

By Atlantic Council

Middle East Political Reform

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Panikoff joins NPR to discuss Israel’s bombardments of Syria

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Israel

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Panikoff joins Al Arabiya News to discuss Blinken’s visit to the Middle East

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Panikoff mentioned in Reuters on Assad’s fall in Syria

By Atlantic Council

Crisis Management Iran

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Panikoff quoted in Al Araby on the Syrian opposition’s need for US support

By Atlantic Council

Arabic Conflict

In the News

Feb 25, 2025

Zaaimi quoted in Al Araby on how Syrian opposition should approach US support

By Atlantic Council

Arabic Middle East
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Experts

Fellow

Ibrahim Al-Assil

Nonresident Senior Fellow, Syria Project

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Arabic Conflict

Fellow

Yesar Al-Maleki

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Iraq Initiative Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Arabic Geopolitics & Energy Security

Fellow

Samir Altaqi

Nonresident Senior Fellow, Syria Project

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Arabic Middle East

Fellow

Wa’el Alzayat

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Arabic Economy & Business

Fellow

Lukas Andriukaitis

Nonresident Fellow

Digital Forensic Research Lab

Disinformation Eastern Europe

Staff

Elise Baker

Senior Staff Lawyer, Strategic Litigation Project

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Civil Society Extremism
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Events

Public Event Thu, September 10, 2026 • 9:00 am ET

US engagement with Iraq and the region after Operation Inherent Resolve 
Iraq Middle East Politics & Diplomacy Security & Defense