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Russian strikes in Syria ‘sectarian’ intervention: Islamists
“Iranian/Russian” strikes favour Al-Assad’s criminal Alawite regime
Egypt backs Russia, asserts itself against Saudi Arabia’s Syria strategy
Airstrikes come as Egypt’s relations with Russia improve, but support likely to remain rhetorical
‘Unprecendented’ freedoms in Egypt: Al-Sisi
Amnesty International tells UN not to be “fooled” by Egyptian President’s empty promises
Syria rebels agree truce with Hezbollah in key areas
Russia takes advantage of Western reluctance in engage in Syria
Russia may soon bolster the Syrian army by deploying ground troops, allowing Moscow to expand its influence on the developments in the Syrian war. Western states are doing less and less to resist Russian policies.
Russia building airstrip at airport in Syria’s Latakia: Monitor
A group monitoring the conflict in Syria says Russian forces are expanding a major airport in Latakia province. Russia has reiterated its support for the Syrian regime, but denies it is staging a military build-up
Protests break out in southern Syria over ‘IS’-critic’s death
The suicide attack was carried out near the National Hospital in the predominantly Druze stronghold.
Syrian Coalition is only legitimate representative for Syrians: El-Araby
Egypt is hosting Syrian opposition for two days to reach political resolution in Syria
Saudi FM criticises Putin over Arab League letter
Russian letter on Arab politics to summit sparks Saudi condemnation
Netanyahu’s Congress Speech: Manipulating the Middle East’s security architecture
By James M. Dorsey A satirical video of Israeli Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu’s speech to the US Congress captures the essence of his message and his political strategy on the eve of Israeli elections. “There are three things we must always remember: First Iran, and second Iran, and third Iran, Iran, Iran, again and again; …
Assad’s cousin heads Syrian delegation to Egypt
Former deputy foreign minister says Syrian delegation visit is a “good sign”
Football and militant Islam intersect in incidents across the Middle East
By James M. Dorsey A successful football player near the peak of his career, 22 year-old Nidhal Selmi, died last week a foreign fighter for the Islamic State, the jihadist group that controls a swath of Syria and Iraq. His death followed that of Tunisian handball goalkeeper Ahmed Yassin and Ahmed El-Darawi, a former policeman …
The Syrian tunnel and the spring
By Fadi Elhusseini When the first spontaneous explosions of the Arab democratic revolutions erupted in Tunisia in December 2010, many were hoping that this revolt might usher in a new beginning for the whole region. When Egypt joined Tunisia a few weeks later, hopes mounted and everyone started to think that the long-awaited moment had …
Shoukry joins Syria meeting in Saudi Arabia; FM condemns killing of US journalist
Arab ministers will discuss deteriorating situation in Syria, Iraq and the rise of Islamic State
Egypt is witnessing less freedom of expression than under Mubarak or Morsi : John R. Bradley
Daily News Egypt interviewed Bradley to discuss Egypt’s internal political situation and its foreign affairs, ranging from human rights abuses to the recent geopolitical developments in the region.
Syria war toll over 162,000: NGO
Among them were 53,978 civilians, including 8,607 children.
Brahimi departure, election double blow to Syria peace hopes
The international standoff was underlined Wednesday with Damascus reacting to Lakhdar Brahimi’s announcement that he will step down on May 31 by accusing him of bias and interference in domestic politics.
Egyptian accused of terrorism charges after returning from Syria
38 year-old Egyptian had been fighting in Syria alongside the Al-Nusra Front
Syria army advances in rebel town as war enters 4th year
A military source said “13 rebel chiefs leading operations are dead”, adding there were “many deaths among the insurgents”.
No solutions in sight as Syria war enters fourth year
Peace talks in Geneva in January and February that for the first time brought representatives of the regime and the opposition to the table together failed to yield concrete results.
Saudi hits back at Russia criticism on Syria arms
AFP – Saudi Arabia has hit back at Russian criticism of its reported plans to supply shoulder-launched missiles to Syrian rebels, saying it was Moscow’s support for Damascus that was prolonging the conflict. A spokesman told the official SPA news agency late Friday that the foreign ministry had been “astonished by Russian criticism of Saudi …
Twin Beirut suicide bombings target Iranian centre
Lebanon’s army confirmed the attack was a double suicide car bombing, and Health Minister Wael Abu Faour said four people were killed and 103 wounded.
Opposition to attend Friends of Syria meeting on 22 October
It is estimated that the conflict in Syria has claimed the lives of 115,000 since March, 2011
Syria’s Assad prays at Damascus mosque for Eid al-Adha
Syrian state television broadcast images of the president entering the Hassiba mosque and waving to supporters before taking part in prayers.
Syria warns Turkey will ‘pay dearly’ for rebel support
“It is not possible to use terrorism as a card and put it in your pocket. Because it is like a scorpion which won’t hesitate to sting you at any moment,” said Assad.
Syria chemical disarmament team begins mission
Assad’s departure is a key demand of the opposition, who insist it must be a pillar of a mooted Geneva peace conference.
Iran warns of ‘harsh consequences’ if US acts on Syria
The Al-Nusra Front, a fierce Al-Qaeda-linked group fighting the regime of Bashar al-Assad, vowed revenge against villages of the Syrian president’s minority Alawite community.
Obama refuses to specify US aid to Syrian rebels
Obama has refused to publicly specify exactly how Washington will increase aid to the Syrian opposition, after his government said it would offer military support for the first time after determining President Bashar Al-Assad had used chemical weapons.
Egypt to aid Syrian rebels
President Morsi condemns Al-Assad regime and Hezbollah for ‘flagrant aggression’ and pledges to provide financial aid to the Syrian rebels.
Brotherhood supports calls for jihad in Syria
The Islamist organisation endorses Sunni calls to support Syrian rebels against Al-Assad regime