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Syria retakes strategic military base after American pullout
The Al-Tanf garrison had long served as a key hub for US-led operations against IS terrorists, and was used to train opposition fighters
Feb 12, 2026 17:02
US forces withdraw from key Syria base – AP
Washington has pulled out troops from the Al-Tanf garrison after improving ties with the new government, according to the outlet
Feb 12, 2026 07:28
Thousands of Islamic State detainees transferred from Syria to Iraq – media
As part of a US-led plan, up to 7,000 suspects are set to be relocated to detention facilities across the border
Feb 10, 2026 16:55
Who is Nouri al-Maliki and why is the US opposing his comeback in Iraq? EXPLAINER
The former prime minister’s nomination to return to the post has elicited warnings from Washington
Feb 6, 2026 15:04
From Damascus to the Kremlin: The visit that reminded the world who matters ANALYSIS
The Syrian leader’s latest Moscow trip has clearly shown that Russian won’t be excluded from Middle Easter affairs
Jan 29, 2026 16:59
Syrian president visits Russia for second time in four months
Relations between the two countries “continue to progress,” Vladimir Putin has said
Jan 28, 2026 21:10

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