Abu Mohammad al-Jolani says new rulers must not get distracted from task of rebuilding
Head of London-based company says boosting production would help the country ‘get back on its feet’
Hopes for democracy in Egypt, Libya and Tunisia were dashed but Syrians hope this time can be different
Western and regional leaders seek to deal with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham despite designation as a terrorist group
Exiled journalist Asser Khattab on what the news from Syria means to its diaspora
The new rulers are taking control of institutions hollowed out by corruption and a devastated economy — amid a desire for revenge from some victims of Assad
Satellite imagery and Ukrainian intelligence suggest activity consistent with drawdown at Moscow’s key air base
Defence minister calls on IDF to prepare for winter while US and Turkey meet to shore up fight against Isis
What happens next in Syria?
President-elect has criticised Washington’s support for the Kurdish groups now fighting Turkish-backed rebels
The Turkish president is determined to reap the benefits of Assad’s ousting ahead of the 2028 elections
Riad Abd El Raouf, who served in former regime, says rebels to reopen border crossing and review Russia and Iran deals
Refugees in Germany and elsewhere are in ‘wait and see’ mode after fall of Assad regime
Over 4,000 flown home in the face of rebel victory and overthrow of ally Bashar al-Assad
Fast-moving events leave Washington fearful of Isis resurgence and divided over troop deployment
Transitional authorities grapple with bureaucracy filled with phantom jobs, pervasive graft and culture of obedience
Israeli forces have seized territory and reportedly struck hundreds of military targets once controlled by Assad regime
An archaeological discovery in Syria may force a revision of the alphabet’s origin story
Satellite imagery shows no signs of withdrawal from air and naval facilities
Allies of the ruling family have fled while coastal areas from which the regime drew support are celebrating its downfall
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A selection of some of the best titles shedding light on the conflict and its place in the wider power struggles across the Middle East
Helping Damascus stretched Tehran’s capabilities, while Russia exploited perceived western weakness
HTS issues amnesty for conscripted military but Israel grabs territory on border
