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17.06.2026 - 19:34 [ Türkiye Today ]

Exclusive – Syria‘s al-Sharaa eyes potential Trump meeting at Ankara NATO summit

(June 16, 2026)

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa may travel to Ankara to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the upcoming NATO summit, though he has not received an official invitation to the gathering, according to information obtained by Türkiye Today.

Contrary to the reports published earlier in Turkish media, the Syrian leader is not included on the official guest list for the alliance‘s formal event. However, sources indicate a face-to-face meeting with Trump remains a possibility as global leaders converge on the Turkish capital.

17.06.2026 - 18:26 [ TKP.at ]

Trump plaudert am G7-Gipfel Plan B aus für Fortsetzung der Kriege in Westasien

Euronews berichtete mit der Schlagzeile, Trump habe Netanjahu zu „mehr Verantwortung“ ermahnt und Syriens Präsidenten als den „Fähigsten“ zur Bekämpfung der Hisbollah bezeichnet. Das ist der Terrorist, auf den die USA davor eine Kopfprämie von 50 Millionen Dollar ausgesetzt hatten und der jetzt für sie arbeitet – als Terrorist. Middle East Eye nannte es eine Bestätigung von Berichten, die „ein hochrangiger US-Beamter ursprünglich dementiert hatte“ — nämlich dass Washington Syrien zu einer Invasion des Libanon drängt.

17.06.2026 - 17:47 [ i24nrews.com ]

Syria‘s al-Sharaa rejects military action against Hezbollah despite Trump‘s push – report

New details have also emerged regarding discussions involving Israeli and Lebanese representatives. Reports indicate that Trump proposed a framework in which the Syrian military would play a central role in a future effort to disarm Hezbollah.

The proposal, however, has reportedly faced skepticism from multiple sides. Israeli officials have questioned Syria‘s ability to effectively confront Hezbollah, while Lebanese authorities oppose the presence of foreign troops operating within Lebanon.

17.06.2026 - 04:44 [ Antiwar.com ]

Trump Suggests Syria Should ‘Take Care’ of Hezbollah in Lebanon

“I suggested to Israel to let Syria take care of Hezbollah, because to be honest with you, I think they’d do a better job of doing it,” Trump said. He went on to praise Sharaa, formerly known by his al-Qaeda nom de guerre Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, saying he “has pulled that country together very quickly, he’s very capable, and he’s very good for me. He’s protected everything that I’ve asked for.”

Sharraa and his group of jihadists, known as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), an offshoot of al-Qaeda, took power in Damascus in December 2024, ousting former President Bashar al-Assad. Sharaa has been embraced by Trump and visited the White House despite HTS and affiliated fighters being responsible for massacres of Alawites, Druze, and other minorities in Syria.

17.06.2026 - 04:17 [ CNN ]

Why Trump’s proposal for Syria to fight Hezbollah will send shudders across Lebanon

US President Donald Trump suggested on Tuesday that Israel allow Syria to “deal with Hezbollah,” claiming Damascus would do a “better job.” The proposal, which Trump has now raised twice this month, touches on some of Lebanon’s deepest anxieties: Syria’s long history of interference in its affairs and the jihadist past of the country’s new rulers.

17.06.2026 - 04:04 [ ABC.net.au ]

Trump intensifies pressure on Netanyahu over Lebanon attacks

US President Donald Trump says Benjamin Netanyahu must be „more responsible“ in Lebanon and suggests asking Syria to fight Hezbollah „if Israel can‘t do the job without killing everyone else“.

11.06.2026 - 22:06 [ NDTV.com ]

Turkey Calls For „Liberating Jerusalem“, Netanyahu Slams „Dictator“ Erdogan

(June 10, 2026)

„Just as we witnessed the liberation of Damascus, Aleppo, and Karabakh, God willing, one day we will also witness the liberation of Jerusalem,“ Interior Minister Mustafa Ciftci said during a speech at a conference.

„Just as in the past, those lands will be ours once again,“ Ciftci vowed, and said, „God willing, they will come under our sovereignty and dominion once more.“

„Because we have a global leader like Recep Tayyip Erdogan at our helm,“ he said. „A world leader.“

11.06.2026 - 22:03 [ TRTworld.com ]

Israeli attacks in Syria and Lebanon threaten Türkiye, President Erdogan says

(June 10, 2026)

„Türkiye‘s security begins not in Hatay, but in Aleppo, Damascus and Beirut. Neither will we tolerate any faits accompli in our brothers‘ countries, nor will we turn a blind eye to aggression,“ he said, stressing that the country‘s security extends beyond its borders.

President Erdogan also referred to what he described as Israelis’ „delusion of the Promised Land,“ saying Türkiye was fully aware of its ultimate objective.

„By the will of God, we will never allow this,“ he said.

15.03.2026 - 20:14 [ TKP.at ]

16. Tag im Angriffskrieg Israels und der USA gegen den Iran (Ticker 19:45 Uhr)

Weiter kein Lebenszeichen von Netanjahu, Tel Aviv leidet wie Teheran unter Raketeneinschlägen, USA bereiten Bodenoffensive vor, Bodenkämpfe deuten sich im Irak an, und die Hisbollah wehrt sich gegen eine Besatzung des Südlibanons, während die libanesische Armee sich noch weigert, einen Bürgerkrieg zur Unterstützung Israels zu beginnen und die Terrorgruppe HTS ebenfalls noch nicht versucht in den Libanon einzumarschieren.

30.01.2026 - 15:19 [ Middle East Eye ]

Syria‘s Sharaa turns to Russia amid SDF clashes, Israeli incursions

(January 29, 2026)

Sharaa told Putin that Russia „plays an important role in stabilising“ both Syria and the region as a whole.

Earlier this week, the Reuters news agency reported that Russia was withdrawing forces from Qamishli airport in northeast Syria, although it was expected to maintain its larger Hmeimim air base and Tartous naval facility on Syria‘s Mediterranean coast.

An unnamed Syrian source told Reuters that the withdrawal is likely a gesture of goodwill, and a way of signalling that Moscow does not wish to be dragged into the fighting between Syrian forces and the SDF.

However, it‘s no secret that Putin wishes to preserve Russian influence over Syria and its neighbours.

18.01.2026 - 17:10 [ Al Jazeera ]

Syrian government announces ceasefire with SDF: State media

The Syrian government and SDF have agreed to an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, with SDF forces to withdraw to east of Euphrates, state media outlet SANA is reporting.

18.01.2026 - 17:08 [ Middle East Eye ]

Syrian army gains ground as Kurdish forces withdraw from key oil field

Government troops drove Kurdish forces from two Aleppo neighbourhoods following clashes last week, and on Saturday announced they had captured an area east of the city, as well as Tabqa, in Raqqa province, on the southwestern bank of the Euphrates.

At dawn on Sunday, the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) withdrew „from all areas under its control in the eastern Deir Ezzor countryside, including the al-Omar and Tanak oil fields“, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported.

Al-Omar is the country‘s largest oil field, and was home to the biggest US base in Syria.

20.12.2025 - 05:57 [ Long War Journal ]

US launches widespread airstrikes against Islamic State in Syria after deadly Palmyra attack

The Syrian Foreign Ministry also issued a statement extending “its condolences to the families of the Syrian and American security personnel who were killed in the terrorist attacks that took place in Palmyra and northern Syria.” The statement reiterated Syria’s “firm commitment to fighting the Islamic State.” A US official told CNN that since the December 13 attack, US forces and partner forces have carried out 10 operations that resulted in the killing or arrest of approximately 23 individuals. On December 14, Syria’s Ministry of Interior said that its units carried out an operation in Palmyra to arrest five suspects accused of involvement in the killing of US service members in “coordination with the General Intelligence Directorate and the International Coalition forces.”

14.12.2025 - 10:28 [ Donald J. Trump / Social Truth ]

We mourn the loss of three Great American Patriots in Syria, two soldiers, and one Civilian Interpreter.

Likewise, we pray for the three injured soldiers who, it has just been confirmed, are doing well. This was an ISIS attack against the U.S., and Syria, in a very dangerous part of Syria, that is not fully controlled by them. The President of Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, is extremely angry and disturbed by this attack. There will be very serious retaliation. Thank you for your attention to this matter!

DONALD J. TRUMP
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

14.12.2025 - 10:20 [ theWeek.in ]

Insider attack in Syria? What we know about the ambush that killed 2 Americans

The attack occurred outside a building in Palmyra where officials from Syria’s Interior Ministry had travelled from Damascus to meet their local counterparts. According to a US official, American soldiers and their interpreter were outside the building when a lone gunman opened fire from a nearby structure with what appeared to be a machine gun. Three additional American service members were wounded, as were two members of the Syrian security forces.

The American soldiers who were killed were part of an Iowa National Guard contingent assigned to the Syria mission, according to Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. US Central Command said the wounded Americans were evacuated by helicopter to the al Tanf garrison near the Jordanian and Iraqi borders, where they received medical treatment.

14.12.2025 - 09:58 [ CTVNews.ca ]

Military expert outlines U.S.-Syria response after insider attack on American personnel

Glenn Ignazio warns of complex threats from ISIS and insider attacks, urging Syria to verify forces and boost defense posture.

14.12.2025 - 09:38 [ Devdiscourse.com ]

Insider Attack in Palmyra: Security Officer Strikes

A Syrian security forces member launched an attack on Syrian and U.S. military personnel in Palmyra over the weekend, according to three local officials speaking to Reuters.

A spokesperson from the Syrian interior ministry confirmed on Al-Ikhbariya TV that while the attacker belonged to their ranks, he did not hold a leadership position, though they did not clarify his exact rank.

14.12.2025 - 09:28 [ AirAndSpaceForces.com ]

US Needs Troops in Syria to Stop ISIS Comeback, CENTCOM Nominee Says

(June 24, 2025)

The U.S. and the SDF stayed clear of Syria’s civil war, which led to the overthrow of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who fled to Russia.

The country’s new president is Ahmed al-Sharaa, who led the Islamist rebel group Hayʼat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) that swept to power last December and has vowed to establish a tolerant, multi-ethnic state.

After months of deliberation, the U.S. has thrown its support behind the new Syrian leader. President Trump announced last month that he would lift sanctions on the country, a decision he made with encouragement from Saudi Arabia while Trump was in the Middle East.

17.07.2025 - 00:41 [ Breakingthenews.net ]

Syrian army withdraws from Sweida after ceasefire

Following clashes with local Bedouin tribes that resulted in over 100 deaths, Syrian government soldiers entered Sweida on Tuesday with the claimed goal of enforcing a truce that was agreed upon with leaders of the Druze community. Witnesses, however, claimed that during a violent rampage across the city, government forces allied with the Bedouin to target Druze combatants and civilians. Earlier this evening, it was reported that the death toll had topped 300.

17.07.2025 - 00:34 [ Middle East Eye ]

Turkey says ceasefire in Syria may take place within hours

16 July 2025 20:05 BST

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Wednesday that a ceasefire could take hold in Syria within the next three to four hours, as Israeli military strikes continue to target Syrian government forces in Sweida and Damascus.

“By working together with the Americans, I hope that

17.07.2025 - 00:31 [ Middle East Eye ]

US calls upon Syria to pull out troops in southern border

16 July 2025 19:23 BST

The statements were made after fighting between Syrian government troops and local Druze fighters resumed in the southern city of Sweida hours following a ceasefire agreement.

17.07.2025 - 00:05 [ Washington Post ]

Israel bombs Damascus, stoking conflict with Syria’s new government

Israel on Wednesday launched what it said were “dozens” of strikes across Syria, including in the capital, escalating a conflict with a fledgling government that was already grappling with domestic unrest in which scores of people have been killed.

Israel tied Wednesday’s strikes and others this week to that internal conflict, saying it was attacking forces of the new Islamist government to protect the Druze minority.

15.07.2025 - 22:01 [ APNews.com ]

Syria announces ceasefire after latest outbreak of deadly sectarian violence

Syria’s Interior Ministry said Monday that more than 30 people had been killed, but has not updated the figures since. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a U.K.-based war monitor, said Tuesday that 166 people had been killed since Sunday, including five women and two children.

14.05.2025 - 15:37 [ CBS News ]

Trump meets with Syria‘s new leader, a former Islamist militant, after announcing sanctions to be lifted

In a readout on the two leaders‘ meeting in Saudi Arabia, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Mr. Trump had told the Syrian leader that „he has a tremendous opportunity to do something historic in his country,“ and urged him to join Saudi Arabia in signing onto the U.S.-backed Abraham Accords, to normalize ties with Israel.