In Damascus, life resumes without Assad

Shortly before Sunni Islamist-led rebels took over the Syrian capital, Iran-backed guards fled their posts at the gates of the Sayyida Zeinab shrine in Damascus. Hezbollah fighters also left the area, leaving residents worried about the new guards. Despite assurances from the rebels, there is unease among the Shiite community in Syria, especially those associated with Iran-backed groups. Full Article

Sweid & Sweid has sold the Grade A office building 6 Falak in Dubai Internet City to Aldar Properties. The property offers over 90,000 sqft of commercial office space and is fully occupied by multinational blue-chip tenants. This sale aligns with Sweid & Sweid's strategy to develop high-quality commercial spaces and expand their portfolio, including upcoming projects in Jumeirah Lakes Towers. Full Article

Rove Home Dubai Marina, a collaboration between IRTH Group and Rove Hotels, offers fully-furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments with the option to combine units for more space, as well as stylish Skylofts with double-height windows. The property features 71,000 sqft of amenities, including an indoor-outdoor infinity pool, spa pods, a CRANK fitness studio, and a high-rise wellness lounge, all with panoramic views. Rove Home Connect program provides benefits and access to amenities across all Rove...

The United States has shifted its stance on Syria due to Islamist rebels toppling Bashar al-Assad, prompting a debate over American interests, with Donald Trump calling for non-involvement and Joe Biden emphasizing the need to prevent fragmentation and extremism. US policy has focused on countering ISIS alongside Kurdish forces, while facing challenges in dealing with groups such as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and the question of lifting their terrorist designation to facilitate aid efforts in...

In a swift turn of events, opposition forces took control of Syria's capital, Damascus, marking a significant shift in the country's 13-year civil war and potentially bringing an end to the Assad dynasty's rule. New York Times correspondent Christina Goldbaum traveled to Damascus to gauge residents' reactions to the historic development, as the city grapples with the aftermath of the government's stronghold being overrun. The fall of Damascus symbolizes a new chapter in Syria's history,...

The Palestinian health ministry reported that two men were killed in an Israeli air strike on a "terrorist cell" near Tubas in the West Bank. Israeli forces raided the hospital in Tubas, alleging that they were collecting bodies but denied entering the hospital. Violence in the West Bank has escalated since the Gaza war, with hundreds of Palestinians killed and multiple attacks on Israelis resulting in casualties. Full Article