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From al-Qaida to the Upper East Side: Syria’s new leader makes his debut on the world stage
ByAndrew Roth in New York September 24, 2025

Ahmed al-Sharaa faces a tough task in reassuring the UN of his statesmanship while maintaining authority at home‘What reconciliation? What forgiveness?’: Syria’s deadly reckoningNot too long ago, Ahmed al-Sharaa – better known by his nom de guerre Abu …

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Syria’s leader says his country has transformed from ‘an exporter of crisis.’
ByChristina Goldbaum September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

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The Many Faces of Syria’s President, Ahmed al-Shara
ByBen Hubbard September 23, 2025

Ahmed al-Shara has shifted shapes many times during his ascent from rebel commander to national leader. This week, he is expected to be the first Syrian president to address the U.N. General Assembly in 58 years.

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The Many Faces of Syria’s President, Ahmed al-Shara
ByBen Hubbard September 23, 2025September 23, 2025

Ahmed al-Shara has shifted shapes many times during his ascent from rebel commander to national leader. This week, he is expected to be the first Syrian president to address the U.N. General Assembly in 58 years.

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Trump Administration Will End Deportation Protections for Thousands of Syrians
ByHamed Aleaziz and Madeleine Ngo September 19, 2025

A homeland security official said it was “contrary to our national interest to allow Syrians to remain in our country.”

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Trump Administration Will End Deportation Protections for Thousands of Syrians
ByHamed Aleaziz and Madeleine Ngo September 19, 2025September 19, 2025

A homeland security official said it was “contrary to our national interest to allow Syrians to remain in our country” through the temporary program.

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Still Divided, a Syrian City Ruined in War Edges Back to Life
ByCarlotta Gall, Saad Alnassife and Nicole Tung September 19, 2025

Battered by years of bombing and shelling, Deir al-Zour remains a frontline, even as its people struggle to rebuild.

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Still Divided, a Syrian City Ruined in War Edges Back to Life
ByCarlotta Gall, Saad Alnassife and Nicole Tung September 19, 2025

Battered by years of bombing and shelling, Deir al-Zour remains a frontline, even as its people struggle to rebuild.

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Still Divided, a Syrian City Ruined in War Edges Back to Life
ByCarlotta Gall, Saad Alnassife and Nicole Tung September 19, 2025

Battered by years of bombing and shelling, Deir al-Zour remains a frontline, even as its people struggle to rebuild.

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Syria’s President Says Border Deal With Israel Could Come ‘Within Days’
ByBen Hubbard September 18, 2025September 20, 2025

Syrian and Israeli officials have been holding talks about security arrangements along their shared border as part of U.S.-mediated efforts to reset decades of hostility.

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