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Ankara denies involvement in Syria regime change
Turkey did not support the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS, deemed terrorist and outlawed in Russia) group during the events in Syria, which led to the toppling of Bashar Assad’s administration, spokesman of the ruling Justice and Development …
Moscow and Tehran discuss Syria
Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia held talks with the Iranian Ambassador to Moscow. The parties discussed the situation in Syria and agreed to continue close coordination.
Türkiye adapts to new reality
The Turkish Minister of Defense stated that given the latest events in Syria, the world must accept the current reality in all its complexity. This concerns both the country's position on the Russian S-400s and the current balance of power.
Israel intends to hold Golan Heights until it receives security guarantees
The buffer zone in the Golan Heights will remain under Israeli control until it receives security guarantees and forces committed to the 1974 disengagement agreement are established, the Israeli leadership reported.
Ali Khamenei: U.S. and Israel behind coup in Syria
Iran has it on good evidence that the military coup in Syria was orchestrated by the U.S. and Israel, with support from a "neighboring state," Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said. "There should be no …
U.S. promises not to interfere in new Syria affairs
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said in an interview with the Paris Match magazine following his visit to France. The new U.S. leader said he doesn't want to get involved in the Syrian crisis. …
Aliyev and Erdoğan discuss situation in Syria
A telephone conversation took place between the leaders of Azerbaijan and Türkiye, during which the parties discussed the events in Syria, as well as issues of cooperation between the two countries.
Baku notes importance of efforts to restore peace in Syria
Azerbaijan hopes for a speedy normalization of the situation in Syria. The country's Foreign Ministry noted the importance of maintaining Syria's territorial integrity in the context of the crisis.
Israeli army approaching Damascus
Israeli tanks have crossed the buffer zone along the border with Syria and were spotted about 20 km from Damascus, Al Mayadeen reported. According to the TV channel, the tanks advanced beyond the buffer zone, where Israel moved …
Russia in dialogue with Turkey on Syria - Peskov
Russia is in dialogue with Turkey and other regional countries on Syria, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "We are in dialogue with Ankara and other regional states, including on Syrian affairs," Peskov …
Kremlin: events in Syria surprise whole world
The latest events in Syria surprised both Russia and the whole world, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "What happened in general probably surprised the whole world, and we are no exception in this case," he said …
Iran's Foreign Ministry: Syria may face civil war and disintegration
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Syria may face a civil war and disintegration now that armed opposition forces have taken control of Damascus. "We are monitoring the developments in Syria and we …
Syria becomes Israel's fourth front
The IDF has officially engaged in a fourth front of war, Israel’s Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi said after deploying IDF troops to the buffer zone between Syria and Israel on Sunday evening. …
Latakia controlled by Syrian opposition. Russian bases not damaged
The Syrian armed opposition now fully controls the Latakia Governorate, where Russian military bases are located, a source in the Syrian province said. According to the source, the armed formations entered the territory of Tartus and …
Where is Assad? Ousted Syrian leader flees to Moscow
Syria’s former President Bashar Assad is in Moscow, as he has been granted asylum in Russia, a source in the Kremlin told TASS. "Assad and his family have arrived in Moscow. Russia has granted asylum to them …
Netanyahu claims responsibility for Syria coup
The change of power in Syria is the result of Israeli strikes on Iran and Hezbollah forces in Lebanon, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. "This is a direct result of strikes we delivered on Iran and …
New Syrian authorities guarantees inviolability of diplomatic missions in Damascus
Syria’s armed opposition said that it guarantees security of foreign diplomatic mission in Damascus after it came over under its control, diplomatic sources in Arab countries said. "The opposition leaders have …
Türkiye praises constructive approach of Russia and Iran on Syria
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Ankara appreciates the constructive approach of Russia and Iran on issues of settlement in Syria. "Yesterday was an important day for Syria’s future. The countries of …
Iran signals desire to maintain ties with Syria after power change
Iran will do everything it can to stabilize the situation in Syria, the Iranian foreign ministry said after Damascus was seized by opposition armed units. It was stressed that Iran will respect Syria’s “unity, national …
