A devastating suicide bombing at Mar Elias Church in Damascus has left at least 20 dead and over 50 injured. Eyewitnesses recount terrifying moments as the attacker opened fire before detonating explosives. Authorities investigate the shocking incident linked to the Islamic State.
Ahmed al-Sharaa's journey from al Qaeda militant to Syrian president marks a remarkable political transformation, culminating in a historic meeting with Donald Trump. As he attempts to unify Syria and revive its economy, challenges loom in the form of armed groups and sectarian violence.
A recent military operation in Syria's coastal regions has resulted in over 1,400 deaths, including hundreds of civilians. The crackdown targets loyalists of former president Assad amidst escalating sectarian violence.
