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An article argues that Australian women in Syria should receive the support they deserve.

US intelligence agencies estimate that between 15,000 and 20,000 individuals, including those linked to ISIS, are at large in Syria after escaping a camp for jihadist families amid chaos.

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for two attacks against the Syrian army in northern and eastern Syria, signaling a 'new phase' of operations.

An Australian child residing in a Syrian camp for families linked to IS fighters has expressed her desire to come to Australia, according to a family member.
Syria appoints presidential envoy to oversee SDF integration deal rudaw.net
U.S. intelligence reports indicate that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
Iraq has announced that ISIS detainees transferred from Syria to Iraqi custody will not be held permanently within the country.

Syria has appointed a general as its presidential envoy to oversee the implementation of the January 29 deal with the US-backed YPG group.

The militant group ISIS has announced a new phase of attacks in Syria through a rare recording. They referred to Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa as a 'western puppet without a soul'.
Qamishli airport has seen its first plane land in over a year, marking a significant event for the Syrian airport.

US intelligence agencies report that approximately 15,000 to 20,000 ISIS-linked individuals have escaped from Syria's Al-Hol camp.

Syria has appointed a general as a presidential envoy to oversee the implementation of a recent deal with the U.S.-backed YPG group.

The Islamic State group has issued a statement criticizing Syria's interim president, labeling him a 'puppet' controlled by Western countries.

Syria has formally asked Germany to delay the deportation of Syrian nationals, expressing fears that returning them would make the country 'unsafe'.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
The United States is making preparations to reopen its embassy in Syria, which has been closed for the past 14 years.
U.S. intelligence indicates that at least 15,000 ISIS members are now at large following the collapse of a detention camp in Syria.

A provincial governor in Syria proposes a ban on makeup for women in government and public sector jobs, sparking widespread outrage and online memes.

The dissolution of the YPG in Syria, following an agreement with the Syrian government, is seen as a significant geopolitical shift with potential implications for Iraq.
Officials indicate that the U.S. is planning to withdraw all its forces from Syria, a move that could significantly alter the geopolitical landscape in the region.

The United States is reportedly planning to withdraw all of its approximately 1,000 troops from Syria within the next two months, according to U.S. media reports.
US officials confirm the withdrawal of all American forces from Syria, marking a significant shift in US foreign policy in the region.

Australian authorities are aware of citizens among 5,704 detainees transferred from Syrian prisons to Iraqi custody, raising concerns about potential death penalty sentences for suspected IS fighters.
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A report indicates that Col. Dave Butler was ousted after a long career as a public affairs official for the U.S. Army, as a purge of dissenting Pentagon officials continues.

The US has transferred thousands of detainees linked to ISIL from Syria to Iraq, raising concerns about the group's potential resurgence as a regional threat.

Australia's Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke accuses the Coalition of 'silly hypocrisy' regarding the repatriation of Australians from Syria, noting the opposition had done so when in government.

Australia has banned a citizen with alleged links to the Islamic State (ISIS) group from returning home from a detention camp in Syria.

Australia has temporarily banned a citizen from returning from an IS camp in Syria, part of a group of 34 attempting to leave the camp for Australia.

Several German members of the Islamic State are missing following breakouts and transfers at Syrian prisons, with others facing sentencing in Iraq.

The head of Turkey's National Intelligence Organization (MIT), Ibrahim Kalın, stated that the agency took preemptive steps to prevent new security threats from emerging in Syria.
Qatar's billionaire Al-Khayyat brothers are shifting their focus towards the reconstruction efforts in Syria.
Australia has stated it will not assist the families of Islamic State militants in leaving a Syrian camp.

Experts warn that detention centers for former ISIS members in Syria are breeding grounds for extremism, with some former residents, including Australian women and children, being sent back to these camps.
The Damascus book fair is drawing crowds, reflecting a reported easing of censorship in Syria following the Assad era.

The Syrian Army's advance into Kurdish regions could bring nearly all of Syria under one authority, ending the dream of autonomy for ethnic Kurds.

Senator Marco Rubio stated that the United States is pleased with the overall direction of events in Syria following a deal involving the YPG.
Nearly 6,000 Syrians in Germany applied for voluntary return to Syria in 2025. However, with lingering security concerns and slow reconstruction efforts, Syria remains a challenging destination.
The US military has reported carrying out a series of airstrikes targeting Islamic State positions within Syria.
Syrian surgeon Bachar Alkaderi, trained in Cuba and now a rebel commander, warns that after the overthrow of the Assad regime, 'the revolution must be protected from its own children.'

The Syrian central government has reportedly regained control over all of the country's oil resources after driving out Kurdish forces from northeastern Syria. However, the oil wells are in poor condition due to fighting and chaotic extraction.

Militant group calls Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa a western ‘puppet without a soul’

A Turkish opposition lawmaker has called for a parliamentary investigation into allegations of torture and ill-treatment of 12 minors arrested during protests supporting Kurdish women in Syria.
The first airplane has landed at Qamishli airport in Syria in over a year, marking a significant development for the region.

The Islamic State jihadist organization has called on its fighters to oppose the new Syrian authorities. This marks the group's first recorded message in two years, indicating a renewed stance against the current regime.

Women from Syria's Alawite minority have come forward to speak about their experiences of abductions and sexual violence, detailing traumatic events during a family picnic in Latakia province.

More than a year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad and the end of Syria's 14-year civil war, many Syrian Canadians who returned home have found the experience more difficult than leaving.

Australia claims it is not repatriating its citizens from a camp in northern Syria, after 34 women and children were reportedly released and then returned to the detention center due to technical reasons.
Islamic State claims two attacks on Syrian army, announces ‘new phase’ of operations Reuters
Iraq has stated that ISIS detainees transferred from Syria to its territory will not be held there permanently, indicating a temporary arrangement for their custody.
The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for two attacks on the Syrian army and declared a 'new phase' of its operations in the region.
U.S. intelligence reports that an ISIS detention camp in Syria has collapsed, leading to at least 15,000 individuals being at large.

Australia's home affairs minister, Tony Burke, states that options are limited to block the return of 34 women and children from a Syrian camp, despite one woman facing a temporary exclusion order over security concerns.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence indicates that at least 15,000 individuals are at large following the collapse of an ISIS detention camp in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
US intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.

Aid workers are calling on Australia to repatriate 34 women and children from the Roj camp in Syria, citing 'dire' conditions and increased risks for those held there.
A report indicates that Saudi Arabia plans to replace Israel with Syria in a fiber-optic project.
U.S. officials have announced an exclusive decision to withdraw all American forces from Syria.
U.S. officials have announced that all American forces are being withdrawn from Syria.
U.S. officials have stated that all American forces are being withdrawn from Syria.

At its peak, ISIL controlled approximately one-third of Syria and 40% of Iraq, raising questions about its current status and decline.
The U.S. is reportedly withdrawing all its forces from Syria, marking a significant shift in its military presence in the region.
The U.S. has gathered its most significant air power in the Middle East since the 2003 Iraq invasion, while Iran prepares for potential conflict with the U.S. Concurrently, the U.S. is withdrawing all forces from Syria.
Officials have announced that the U.S. is withdrawing all its forces from Syria, marking a significant shift in American foreign policy in the region.

The Trump administration is pulling its forces out of Syria as part of a strategic shift, coinciding with the new government of President Ahmed al-Sharaa asserting control.

A Nigerian lawmaker has refuted allegations of genocide made against the governor of Ebonyi State, stating that the claims misrepresent security measures.

Fewer than 1,000 families now remain at a camp in northeastern Syria's Hassakeh, which once housed relatives of suspected Daesh members.

The Syrian government has announced the closure of the al-Hol camp and is relocating families following a period of chaos and unrest.

An Australian woman, part of a group of 34 women and children released from Syria's al-Roj camp, has been banned from returning to Australia for up to two years.

German men who joined the 'Islamic State' group have been detained in Syria for years, but recent fighting has caused chaos at prisons, leading to thousands of escapes.

Australia has declined to repatriate 34 women and children held in a camp in northern Syria, despite international calls for their return.

Thousands of detainees linked to ISIL have reportedly left the al-Hol camp in Syria following a chaotic handover by the SDF to the Syrian government, sparking security concerns.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has stated that his government will not assist in the repatriation of 34 women and children with Australian passports currently held in the Roj detention camp for relatives of ISIL fighters in Syria.
Australians suspected of having ties to the Islamic State group were turned back after attempting to leave a Syrian camp for repatriation.

A group of Australians released from a Syrian camp were reportedly returned due to unspecified 'technical' issues, raising questions about their repatriation process.

Syria has entered a new era following the fall of the Bashar Assad regime, with the Syrian people now leading efforts to rebuild their country and prevent fragmentation.
The Syrian army has taken over the al-Shaddadi base, coordinating with the US, as part of the ongoing implementation of a ceasefire agreement with Kurdish-led forces.
The United Nations announced a significant decrease in the population of Syria's al-Hol camp as the Syrian government proceeds with efforts to relocate remaining families.
The U.S. military has reported a series of airstrikes targeting Islamic State positions in Syria, carried out in retaliation for a December ambush that killed American personnel.
Syrian authorities have announced the closure of the notorious al-Hol detention camp, which held ISIS prisoners, after evacuating its occupants.

The Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church will provide a new home for Sandhya, a survivor of the Adimali landslip who lost her leg and whose husband died in the incident.

Turkey's main pro-Kurdish party reported that at least 99 minors were detained in January over protests related to a Syrian government offensive targeting Kurdish-led forces in northeast Syria, calling for a parliamentary investigation.

Australia's Home Affairs Minister, Tony Burke, stated that the country has limited options to block the return of 34 women and children from a Syrian camp, despite one woman facing a temporary exclusion order.
The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for two attacks on the Syrian army and declared a 'new phase' in its operations.

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the killing of a soldier in northern Syria and an interior ministry official in the eastern part of the country, calling it a new phase of operations.

The Islamic State (ISIS) group, through its affiliated media 'Dabiq', has claimed responsibility for recent attacks targeting Syrian military forces in the city of Mayadin.
An analysis suggests Turkey believes it has transitioned from a crisis-driver to a Gaza stabilizer, significantly increasing its influence across the Horn of Africa, Eastern Mediterranean, Syria, and Iraq.

Home affairs minister Tony Burke stated that Australia has few options to block the return of 34 women and children from a Syrian camp, noting that one woman is subject to a temporary exclusion order due to security concerns.

An Australian child residing in a Syrian camp for families linked to IS fighters expresses her desire to return to Australia and pursue her dream of becoming a ballerina.

Turkey's main pro-Kurdish party reported that police detained at least 99 minors in January over protests tied to a Syrian government offensive targeting Kurdish-led forces in northeast Syria, calling for a parliamentary investigation.

More than a year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, many Syrian Canadians who returned home after the 14-year civil war are finding the transition more difficult than leaving.
The Islamic State group has criticized Syria's interim president as a 'puppet without a soul' and called for new attacks, indicating continued extremist activity in the region.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.
U.S. intelligence indicates that at least 15,000 individuals are at large following the collapse of an ISIS detention camp in Syria.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp in Syria collapsed.
U.S. intelligence reports that at least 15,000 individuals are at large after an ISIS detention camp collapsed in Syria.

Saudi Arabia is reportedly exploring options to route a planned fiber-optic cable to Europe through Syria instead of Israel, according to a Middle East Eye report.
An opinion piece from The Wall Street Journal argues that Syria's minorities require American assistance.

Turkish organizations have initiated large-scale humanitarian efforts to deliver daily iftar meals to civilians in Gaza and Syria during Ramadan.
U.S. officials have announced an exclusive plan to withdraw all American forces from Syria.
U.S. officials announce the withdrawal of all forces from Syria.
Officials indicate that the U.S. is considering withdrawing all its forces from Syria, a move that could significantly alter the geopolitical landscape of the region.
The U.S. is deploying its largest air power contingent in the Mideast since 2003, while also reportedly planning a full withdrawal of forces from Syria. Meanwhile, a U.S. arms sale to Taiwan is in limbo due to pressure from China.
U.S. officials have confirmed an exclusive report stating that the United States is withdrawing all its forces from Syria.
Officials confirm that the United States is withdrawing all its forces from Syria, a move that could significantly alter the geopolitical landscape in the region.

Thousands of women and children, alleged members of ISIS, have fled facilities in Syria after Kurdish forces lost control of the camps.
Foreign policy experts are finding it difficult to articulate a clear vision for President Trump's global affairs strategy, with some describing his unpredictable approach as a 'madman strategy.'

Israeli planes reportedly sprayed chemicals on farmland in Quneitra, Syria, in late January and early February 2026, causing crops to yellow and die, according to local farmers.

Australia has banned a citizen with alleged Islamic State links from returning home from Syria, turning back a group of 34 women and children who had planned to fly from Damascus.

Australia has prevented a citizen from returning from Syria, citing alleged links to the Islamic State group.

Women from Syria's Alawite minority have shared harrowing accounts of assaults, which appear to target the sect of former President Assad.
Loubna Mrie, a photojournalist, details her rebellion against the Syrian regime, where her father allegedly worked as an assassin, by joining the Syrian revolution as a protester.

Australia's Prime Minister stated that ISIS-linked families in Syria 'made their bed' as a group of 34 Australians were turned back to a refugee camp.

Australia's Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke is seeking advice from security agencies regarding the potential return of Australian women and children currently in Syria, who are seeking to re-enter the country.

A group of 34 Australian women and children with family ties to the Islamic State group, held in Syria's Roj camp for nearly seven years, have been turned back after attempting to leave for home.
The Damascus book fair is attracting large crowds, with reports indicating a relaxation of censorship in post-Assad Syria, allowing for a broader range of literary works.

A group of 34 Australian women and children, identified as families of deceased or imprisoned extremists, have been released from a Syrian detention camp and are set to return to Australia.

An Israeli airstrike in eastern Lebanon near the Syrian border killed four people, with Israel confirming it targeted operatives from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

The US military conducted airstrikes on dozens of Islamic State infrastructure and weapons storage facilities in Syria.
A Kurdish-majority neighborhood in Syria is showing signs of recovery following past clashes, with residents expressing hope for a more stable future.
The US military has completed its withdrawal from the strategic al-Tanf Garrison in southern Syria, transferring control to government forces.