Syrian first lady Asma al-Assad’s leukemia diagnosis: What we know
May 21, 2024 · Syrian First Lady Asma al-Assad is being treated for a form of leukemia, Syria’s presidency announced on Tuesday. Her recovery will depend on a variety of factors, including whether she receives treatment in Syria or abroad, according to one medical expert.
Turkey - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news …
6 days ago · Syrian Kurdish commander: Turkey-PKK talks doomed if aimed at collapsing Kurds' self rule in Syria. In an exclusive interview with Al-Monitor, the commander in chief of the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, Mazlum Kobane, denied PKK assailants who attacked a defense complex in Ankara had come from northeastern Syria. Mazlum Kobane.
Pentagon hosts Lebanon’s army chief in bid to avert Israel …
Jun 12, 2024 · WASHINGTON — Lebanon’s top military general met with senior Biden administration officials and congressional lawmakers this week during his first visit to Washington in more than a year.. The quiet visit by Gen. Joseph Aoun, the first since February 2023 to Washington, comes as the Biden administration seeks to avert all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah, as the two sides launch ...
Syria - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news …
2 days ago · In an exclusive interview with Al-Monitor, the commander in chief of the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, Mazlum Kobane, denied PKK assailants who attacked a defense complex in Ankara had come from northeastern Syria.
Egypt - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news …
3 days ago · Egypt to launch first IPO in three years amid IMF-fueled privatization drive. The move comes amid a privatization drive in Egypt as part of the International Monetary Fund’s conditions to provide Cairo with an $8 billion bailout to help the North African country recover from an economic crisis. Egypt. Analysis.
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Al-Monitor hosted the ambassador of Turkey to the United States, Sedat Önal, for an off-the-record discussion on a wide range of topics such as Turkey-US relations, the Gaza war and Turkey's military intervention in Syria. The event was attended by guests from media, private business, and government. Keep up with Al-Monitor's top stories with ...
Saudi defense chief in China in bid for help with Houthis, boost ...
Jun 25, 2024 · Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud discussed ways to boost relations between Saudi Arabia and China during his first visit to Beijing on Tuesday, as Chinese weapons exports to the kingdom increase.. Prince Khalid met with his Chinese counterpart, Adm. Dong Jun.
Lebanon - Al-Monitor: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent …
5 days ago · A document published by Israeli public broadcaster Kan on Wednesday purports to contain the details of a US-backed cease-fire proposal between Israel and Hezbollah. Lebanon. As a growing number of airlines cancel and reroute flights in the region to avoid conflict, Lebanon's flagship carrier has provided a sense of stability amid turmoil.
Live Updates: Israel discussing Lebanon cease-fire proposal with US
The Israeli government on Friday said it would continue discussions “in the coming days” on a US proposal for a temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah as the cross-border escalation continues.
Live Updates: Israel marks Oct. 7 anniversary as war rages on …
Oct 8, 2024 · Israel on Monday marked a year since Oct. 7, when Hamas militants led an attack on southern Israeli communities that killed around 1,200 people and took 230 hostages from Israel, almost 100 of whom are still held in Gaza. Across the country, memorials and protests are being held to honor the victims and demand a deal with Hamas that would see the release of the remaining hostages, half of ...