Middle East

Israel’s Air Strike on Damascus: Rising Tensions Amidst Iranian Influence On October 2, 2024, an Israeli air strike on a residential building in the Mazzeh neighborhood of Damascus claimed the lives of three individuals. According to the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the attack targeted a flat reportedly frequented by Hezbollah leaders and members of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards. This strike is part of Israel’s ongoing efforts to prevent Iran’s influence from expanding within Syria.

The US & Islamists: A History of Connivance in Syria Introduction The Syrian civil war (2011-2020) was a multifaceted conflict that involved a wide array of factions, including the Syrian government, various rebel groups, ISIS, and numerous international players. Among the narratives that emerged from this war is the contentious viewpoint that the United States and European Union supported jihadist groups to pressure the secular government of Bashar Assad. This post delves into key moments and decisions that allegedly facilitated the rise of Islamist groups, including ISIS, during the conflict.