Over ten years after rockets struck a temporary press center in Homs, Syria, resulting in the deaths of two journalists and injuries to multiple others, French judges have made a significant decision. Seven European arrest warrants have been issued, including one for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, charging high-ranking officials with war crimes and crimes against humanity.
India has taken its first step to reconnect with Syria’s new government, now led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former militant leader. This marks the first official visit by India since al-Sharaa came to power in December 2024, replacing Syria’s longtime president Bashar al-Assad.
The Syrian government has begun withdrawing its military forces from the southern city of Suwayda following several days of intense and deadly clashes between Druze fighters and government troops.
