Killings in Syrian village foreshadowed flare-up of sectarian violence
The bloodletting between Alawites and forces backing Syria’s new government surprised many. But tensions had been building ...
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Political Swings in the Middle East in 2025
Power in the Middle East shifted in 2025, with Sunni groups gaining influence while Shiite factions linked to Iran weakened. Political turmoil, economic struggles, and escalating conflicts—especially ...
At least 11 dead after separate security operations against militants in restive northwest Pakistan
Pakistan's military says troops acting on intelligence have raided two militant hideouts in the country’s restive northwest, ...
Syrian president signs deal with Kurds, grapples with sectarian killings
The agreement was signed by Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Mazloum Abdi, the commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian ...
Syria's new regime hits Hezbollah targets in Lebanon over claims its fighters were executed
Sunni-led Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and Shia Hezbollah – on the Syrian-Lebanese border highlights a growing sectarian divide in ...