Syria's Political Transition: Baath Party Suspended Amid Upheaval

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Syria's Political Transition: Baath Party Suspended Amid Upheaval

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The Baath Party in Syria has announced an indefinite suspension of its activities.
Wafa Mustafa shared her search for her father, stating, I have no privilege, and I don’t have the right to give up on my father.
France's foreign ministry called for Israel to withdraw from the Golan Heights buffer zone.
Germany's foreign minister emphasized the need for a peaceful transition in Syria.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Turkey and Jordan to discuss Syria.
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons will hold an emergency meeting on Syria's chemical weapons.
New transitional prime minister Mohammad Al-Bashir called for Syrians abroad to return, asserting Syria is now free.

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US Airstrikes Target IS Amid Syrian Political Shift

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US launched massive airstrikes on Islamic State targets in Syria
Strikes hit 75 sites to prevent IS from exploiting vacuum
Pentagon's Sabrina Singh: “Clear message to IS”
Secretary of State Antony Blinken: “Determined not to let that happen”
US military includes special operations forces in northern Syria
Former MI6 head Alex Younger warns of threats to Europe

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Al-Jolani's Leadership Marks New Era for Syria

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Abu Mohammad al-Jolani claims to have liberated Syria from conflict.
Al-Jolani emphasizes that people are exhausted from war.
He has shifted from militant attire to western blazers.
Al-Jolani now uses his real name, Ahmed al-Sharaa.
UN envoy Geir Pedersen acknowledges HTS's positive messaging.
Germany and France may collaborate with new rebel leadership.
US is preparing to manage risks of power transition.
Approximately 14 million displaced Syrians may return home.

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Syria's Power Shift: Airstrikes and Humanitarian Crisis

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A rebel-linked group appointed to oversee power transition in Syria.
Israel conducted nearly 500 airstrikes in two days.
Syrian Democratic Forces under attack from Turkish-backed fighters.
Former ruling Baath Party to hand over assets to Syrian government.
Rebel leader Mohammad al-Jolani to secure chemical weapon sites.
Antony Blinken: “I’m not confident that they will keep their word.”
At least 200,000 Syrians are missing, families seek help.

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U.S. Lawmakers Push for Sanctions Relief

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Congressmen Joe Wilson and Brendan Boyle urge sanctions suspension
Letter dated December 10 highlights economic pressure
Call to lift sectoral sanctions for economic development
Sanctions contributed to Assad's military collapse
Losses in Aleppo began on November 29
Damascus seized on December 8
HTS willing to adopt free-market model
Ongoing discussions with U.S. on Caesar Sanctions
European diplomats push for humanitarian exemptions
Concerns over lifting sanctions due to HTS's role

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Syria's Future Uncertain After al-Assad's Fall

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The al-Assad regime ended on December 8, 2024, after over 43 years.
Questions arise about Syria's future governance structure.
The civil war began due to the government's harsh response to protests in 2011.
HTS has established control, deploying police and an interim government.
Concerns about inclusivity in the new interim government have emerged.
Biden administration urges HTS to adopt an inclusive approach.
Many Syrians feel a mix of relief and anxiety about the future.

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Southern California Celebrates Potential Regime Change

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Syrians in Southern California express hope and anxiety over regime change.
Omar Issa: “It feels like Eid, the community is just celebrating.”
Celebrations at Aleppo’s Kitchen with revolution songs and flags.
Sammy Hajomar: “The flag for us has symbolized... liberation from the Ba'athist Assad regime.”
Dima Kedraki hopes for a “Syria for everyone” that includes all groups.
Community plans a Victory Celebration in Irvine.
Mental health experts advise acknowledging feelings of anxiety.
Marwa Azab: Importance of celebrating while managing mixed emotions.

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HTS Takes Control: New Challenges for Syria

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Activist Mazen al-Hamada found dead in Saydnaya prison
Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) controls interim government
HTS leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa: “With this lighting war, thanks be to God almighty, we saved Syria...”
Israel conducts airstrikes to prevent weapons from reaching militants
U.S. supports a new Syrian government respecting minority rights
Ayman Abdel Nour: “These are birth pains, it will take time”
International recognition of SSG is tentative due to HTS's ties to al-Qaeda

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Syria's Political Transition: Baath Party Suspended Amid Upheaval

Syria's Political Transition: Baath Party Suspended Amid Upheaval

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