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April 18, 2026 | Ahmad Sharawi |

Iran’s war against regional states: UAE bore the brunt, Iraqi Kurdistan still under fire

The ceasefire between the US and Iran has largely held since April 8, and large-scale Iranian barrages targeting Middle Eastern states have ended. However, some attacks, particularly against Iraqi Kurdistan,...

April 2, 2026 | Ahmad Sharawi |

Iran and proxies fire fewer total projectiles, increase accuracy in attacks on region (March 28–April 1 updates)

Iran and its allied militias continued launching drones, missiles, and rockets against regional countries between March 28 and April 1. There were nearly 90 incidents in this period, including distinct...

August 27, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Can Syria’s New Leaders and U.S.-Backed Forces Unite to Defeat ISIS?

US Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), the Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, led a delegation to Syria that met with Syria’s transitional President, Ahmed al-Shara’a, on...

August 24, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

US-led raid kills senior Islamic State ‘official’ in Syria

US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that a raid by US forces killed a “senior ISIS [Islamic State] member” in Atmeh in northwest Syria’s Idlib province on August 19. “Combined Joint...

July 23, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

New head of anti-Islamic State mission in Iraq and Syria takes command

Brigadier General Kevin Lambert took over as the new commander of the anti-Islamic State coalition of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve (CJTF-OIR) in a ceremony in Iraq on...

May 22, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

US-backed Syrian Free Army secures airbase east of Damascus

The US-backed Syrian Free Army says it has been working to secure and protect the Al Seen Military Airbase in Syria. “Our teams continue to work at Al-Seen Airport to secure it and protect it from...

April 22, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Will U.S. Forces Leave Syria for Good in 2025?

U.S. forces in Syria continue to support their partners in the war against ISIS. This is part of a mission that dates back to 2015, when the U.S. first became involved in Syria. However, recent reports point to an increasing likelihood that the U.S. role in Syria may end within months.

April 16, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

American troops train Syrian Free Army at Tanf Garrison as US weighs next moves in Syria

US forces in Tanf continue to train with Syrian partner forces and support their work securing an area of southern Syria near the Iraqi and Jordanian borders. On April 11, Combined Joint Task Force...

March 11, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

What Does Israel Want With Syria?

As Syria faces continued conflict, Israel may be planning a wider confrontation with the new government.

February 12, 2025 | |

Israel SitRep: February 12, 2025

Today’s Issue: | Reports: Lebanon and U.S. Administration Will Not Agree to Israel’s Request to Extend Lebanon Withdrawal Deadline | IDF’s Maglan Commando Unit Eliminates Gunman in Nur Shams Refugee...

February 10, 2025 | Seth J. Frantzman |

US-backed Syrian Free Army continues to patrol Tanf area in southern Syria

On February 9, the Syrian Free Army (SFA) said in a post on social media that it provided medical services to more than 60 Bedouin patients in southern Syria as part of a mobile clinic. The Syrian...

December 20, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Syria Is At A Crossroads. What’s At Stake Now?

Can the new government stabilize the country? Additionally, can Washington make sure it doesn’t miss an opportunity to leverage a decade of work with the Kurds and other partners?

December 14, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Southern Syria’s resurgence brings Jordan and Iraq back in key roles

Jordan seeks to ensure regional security and stability, including in Syria, including by involving the international community in these prospects.

December 11, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Southern Syria groups overthrew Assad and control areas near the Golan

An exclusive look at the Southern Syria former rebels who were key to defeating Assad and who met with Syrian leader Julani on December 11.

December 7, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

How does the Syrian revolution impact Israel’s border?

Syrian rebels have reached Damascus, meaning the spillover risks into the Golan have grown.

February 1, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Can the Iranian initiative in the Middle East be reversed?

The question is not whether the whole Iranian proxy octopus can be dismantled, but whether Israel, the US and others will seize the initiative.

January 29, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

The drone wars of Iran’s militias are becoming more deadly

Iran is seeking to improve the capabilities of its drones. It has now had almost ten years to use them throughout the region.

January 29, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Jordan in spotlight over killing of US service members

The US role in Jordan and Syria has an essential role to play in maintaining the regional stability that Iran is trying to erode.

January 28, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Iran escalates proxy war with US in killing of American service members

A drone attack carried out by Iranian proxies in Jordan in which three US servicemen were killed signals escalation in proxy war.

November 16, 2023 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Iranian-backed groups in Syria may use roadside bombs – report

According to an assessment in the pro-Iran Al-Mayadeen media, these attacks are not having the level of impact that Iran may have expected.