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

Itani Quoted by Agence France-Presse on Potential Aleppo Siege

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

Itani Quoted by Agence France-Presse on Potential Aleppo Siege

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

Itani Quoted by Agence France-Presse on Potential Aleppo Siege

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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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.

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Content

In the News

Feb 6, 2016

Itani Quoted by Agence France-Presse on Potential Aleppo Siege

By Faysal Itani

Read the full article here.

Syria

In the News

Feb 6, 2016

Abouzahr Quoted by The Guardian on Looming Siege Inside Aleppo

By Hossam Abouzahr

Read the full article here.

Syria

SyriaSource

Feb 5, 2016

Syria: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

By Frederic C. Hof

Word out of Saudi Arabia that the Kingdom is willing to contribute ground forces to the anti-Islamic State (ISIL, ISIS, Daesh) fight in Syria and the positive reaction of Secretary of Defense Ash Carter combine to form one of earth’s rarest elements: good news on Syria. The ongoing display of official American disbelief about the […]

Syria

SyriaSource

Feb 5, 2016

Top News: February 5, 2016

By SyriaSource

– Syrian troops make gains in southern offensive– Senior Iranian commander killed in Syria– Turkey accuses Russia of spreading propaganda – Over 10,000 Syrians mass on Turkish border as regime advances

Syria

In the News

Feb 5, 2016

Ricciardone Joins Alhurra’s All Directions to Discuss Syria Peace Talks, ISIS, and Obama’s Mosque Visit

By Francis Ricciardone

Syria

In the News

Feb 5, 2016

Itani and Abouzahr Quoted by DPA International on Syrian Regime’s Increase in Strength

By Faysal Itani and Hossam Abouzahr

Read the full article here.

Syria

SyriaSource

Feb 5, 2016

Moadamiya: Two Years of Siege and Starvation

By Youssef Sadaki

Over the past two years, the Syrian regime and its allied militias have persisted in using starvation as a weapon against opposition areas. Madaya, which only recently became the focus of media attention, is only one of over 40 other areas that has reached a state of crisis due to regime siege tactics, according to Siege […]

Syria

In the News

Feb 4, 2016

Stein Quoted by Business Insider on How Russian Involvement in Syria Affects Turkey’s Position in the Region

By Aaron Stein

Read the full article here.

Russia Syria

In the News

Feb 4, 2016

Itani and Abouzahr Quoted by Agence France-Presse on Syrian Attacks in Aleppo

By Faysal Itani and Hossam Abouzahr

Read the full article here.

Syria

In the News

Feb 4, 2016

Itani and Abouzahr Quoted by Middle East Eye on Syrian Attacks in Aleppo

By Faysal Itani and Hossam Abouzahr

Read the full article here.

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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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