Syria

Syria 2 days ago

Momentum builds for Israel-Syria peace as Trump reboots regional diplomacy

Since Trump’s Mideast trip, some Syrians have begun openly calling for peace with Israel as reports of rare direct talks between the two nations hint at a shift in dynamics after decades of hostility.

Syria 5 days ago

Federal judge issues $20M verdict against Syria for torture of US citizen taken captive in 2019

St. Louis native Sam Goodwin told Fox News Digital the court's verdict signifies human rights abuses won’t be "tolerated or forgotten." He was awarded about $20 million in damages.

Donald Trump May 26

Trump’s gamble in normalizing relations with Syria in the face of Iran: ‘high-risk, high-reward’

Trump's Syria policy shift lifts sanctions, aiming to deter Iranian influence and stabilize the region, despite risks of empowering jihadist elements.

VIDEO May 25

Ukraine, Russia prisoner swap not a 'confidence building measure' that will lead to peace negotiations: Ex-CIA station chief

Former CIA station chief and Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman discusses Ukraine and Russia exchanging prisoners amid new strikes, the waiving of sanctions on Syria and talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Syria May 23

Syria granted sanctions waiver by Trump administration to encourage rebuilding

Syria receives sanctions relief under Trump, allowing reconstruction while prohibiting transactions benefiting Russia, Iran, or Assad regime supporters.

Terrorism May 23

US Ambassador Barrack named special envoy to Syria amid sanctions relief plan

U.S. Ambassador Tom Barrack to lead as Special Envoy for Syria, aiding in sanctions relief and regional stability efforts.

Opinion May 20

MORNING GLORY: A triumphant trip for Trump

President Donald Trump had a very successful trip to the Middle East, but only time will tell if his visit with Syria's president will pay off.

VIDEO May 18

Trump special envoy sheds light on returning Edan Alexander to his family

Special Envoy for Hostage Response Adam Boehler on President Donald Trump's meeting with the Syrian president, the negotiations with Hamas over hostages and the release of Edan Alexander.

Donald Trump May 16

Trump wraps momentous Middle East trip with economic deals, Syria sanctions relief and warning to Iran

President Trump concludes Middle East tour with major trade deals, lifting Syria sanctions, and addressing Iran's nuclear ambitions, while downplaying Russia-Ukraine talks.

Media May 15

Former Biden officials offer rare praise for Trump's bold Middle East moves

Former Biden officials react to President Donald Trump's bold Middle East tour, with one admitting they wished they could work for an administration that moved "that quickly."

Middle East May 14

Hamas captivity survivors appeal to Netanyahu, Trump after Edan Alexander's release

Former Hamas hostages urged Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump to seize the moment and act swiftly to free remaining captives, even if it means halting military operations.

VIDEO May 14

Newt Gingrich: Major networks get Pulitzer Prizes for 'lying totally' about Trump

Former Speaker House Newt Gingrich analyzes the impacts of President Donald Trump's 'historic' deals in the Middle East on 'Jesse Watters Primetime.'

VIDEO May 14

Syria now has a 'chance at greatness': Douglas Murray reacts to Trump's sanction removal

New York Post contributor Douglas Murray joins 'America's Newsroom' to discuss how President Donald Trump's removal of Syrian sanctions will impact the region as the president urges Saudi Arabia to join Abraham Accords.

Syria May 14

Trump asks Syria to join Abraham Accords, normalize ties with Israel in return for sanctions relief

President Donald Trump laid out a number of asks of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, including to fully normalize relations with Israel under Abraham Accords in exchange for sanctions relief.

Syria May 14

Trump meets with Syria's interim president after pledging to lift sanctions on war-torn country

President Trump met with Syria's interim President on Wednesday, a day after lifting sanctions and marking a major policy shift towards peace and rebuilding relations.

Donald Trump May 13

Trump says he'll drop sanctions on Syria in move to normalize relations

President Donald Trump announced during a speech in Saudi Arabia that he will lift sanctions on Syria and meet with the country’s new president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Wednesday.

Syria May 13

Trump's Middle East tour begins with Syria looming as strategic opportunity

President Donald Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia for the first stop of his multi-nation trip, as Syria’s new leadership signals interest in talks to restore relations between the two countries.

Opinion May 7

GORDON CHANG: Trump can reshape the Middle East and outfox China with one stunning move

President Donald Trump has an historic opportunity right now. He will soon travel to Saudi Arabia. Can the president seize the moment and reshape the Middle East?

Turkey May 5

Trump says he had ‘productive’ call with Turkey’s Erdogan about Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza

President Donald Trump shared details of a call he held with Turkish President Recep Erdogan, saying they spoke about the Russia-Ukraine war and Gaza.

Israel April 4

In warning to Turkey, Israel hits strategic targets in Syria amid rising tensions

Israel targets Syrian airbases to warn Turkey against interference, as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces protests at home and ramps up efforts to expand influence in Syria and region as a whole.

Turkey March 31

Echoing Hamas, Erdogan reportedly calls for Israel's destruction amid push to rekindle ties with Trump

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reportedly called for Israel's destruction during Eid prayers, drawing fierce condemnation from Israel, amid rising regional tensions over Gaza and Syria.

Border security March 25

Bipartisan bill aims to prevent Syrians with terror ties from reaching US border

New legislation championed by a bipartisan group of lawmakers would direct DHS to identify potential terrorist threats in Syria after the upheaval of regime change there.

Syria March 23

Christian watch group rises up to protect community amid growing violence in Syria

The Eagles of Antioch is a group of volunteers who stand watch over Christian neighborhoods in Damascus, protecting shrines, icons and churches from vandalism and attacks in post-Assad Syria.

Syria March 17

Syria's new regime hits Hezbollah targets in Lebanon over claims its fighters were executed

Conflict between two jihadist factions – Sunni-led Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and Shia Hezbollah – on the Syrian-Lebanese border highlights a growing sectarian divide in the region.

VIDEO March 16

Targeting of religious minorities in Syria is 'especially alarming,' Reverend warns

Congress of Christian Leaders President Rev. Johnnie Moore discusses the targeting of religious minorities in Syria and calls upon President Donald Trump to help protect the Christian community.

Syria March 15

Syrian rights activist and cousin of Assad tears into Europe for supporting new 'terrorist' regime

Human rights activist Ribal al-Assad condemned European countries for lifting sanctions on Syria's new "terrorist" regime that is "killing civilians."

Israel March 14

Israel faces new Syria challenge as it adjusts to new strategy amid regional power struggle for influence

Israel is rethinking its Syria strategy following the country's Islamist takeover in December, rising attacks on minorities and growing regional power struggles.

Syria March 11

Evangelical leader says US must protect Syrian Christians from attacks by jihadi terrorists

A senior evangelical leader has called on the U.S. to not recognize new Syrian regime following bloodshed of religious minorities, including Christians and Alawites, carried out by radical Islamists.

Syria March 10

Religious slaughter in Syria shows need for US, Europe to 'keep a close eye' on Islamist regime: Greek FM

Greek Foreign Minister Giorigios Gerapetritis warned Europe and the U.S. to "keep a close eye" on Syria's new governing regime after hundreds died in conflict over the weekend.

VIDEO March 9

If plug is pulled on Ukraine it will be 'worse than Afghanistan,' Sen. Lindsey Graham says

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC., weighs in on the collapse of the Ukraine mineral deal and ending the conflict, tensions between the U.S. and Iran over nuclear talks, violence in Syria and the looming budget deadline.