Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1191, Third Crusade: Saladin's garrison surrenders to Philip Augustus, ending the two-year siege of Acre. In 1470, The Ottomans capture Euboea. In 1527, Lê Cung Hoàng ceded the throne to Mạc Đăng Dung, ending the Lê dynasty and starting the Mạc dynasty. In 1789, In response to the dismissal of the French finance minister Jacques Necker, the radical journalist Camille Desmoulins gives a speech which results in the storming of the Bastille two days later. In 1790, The Civil Constitution of the Clergy is passed in France by the National Constituent Assembly. In 1975, São Tomé and Príncipe declare independence from Portugal. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2007, U.S. Army Apache helicopters engage in airstrikes against armed insurgents in Baghdad, Iraq, where civilians are killed; footage from the cockpit is later leaked to the Internet. In 2012, Syrian Civil War: Government forces target the homes of rebels and activists in Tremseh and kill anywhere between 68 and 150 people. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Sharaa calls for ‘new chapter’ in Syria’s history as new parliament convenes

Anadolu Agency

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July 12, 2026

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'Together, let us build the history of a modern Syria,' President Ahmad al-Sharaa says in address to parliament

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Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 2, 2026

Final Third of People’s Assembly sends a message of loyalty to sacrifices of revolution

Damascus, July 2 (SANA) In a move described as a “milestone” in the course of the transitional period, Syria has completed the formation of its new People’s Assembly following President Ahmad al-Sharaa’s appointment of 70 members as part of the “completing third,” who join the 137 members previously elected by provincial electoral bodies.The formation of []

Long War Journal

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· Jul 2, 2026

Syria appoints new parliament as Israel tensions continue

Syria has completed the formation of its new People's Assembly, appointing the final 70 members of parliament as part of the country's political transition following the fall of the Assad regime. Meanwhile, security tensions persist along the Israeli border, where recent clashes and Israeli military operations underscore the complex security environment. The post Syria appoints new parliament as Israel tensions continue appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.

CounterVortex

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· Jun 26, 2026

US strikes Uyghur militants in Syria

A suspected US-led coalition strike on a site used by Uyghur militants in Syria's Idlib province has renewed debate over the future of foreign fighters under the country's post-Assad government. Sources told The New Arab on that an aircraft targeted a compound used by a faction formerly known as the Turkistan Islamic Party, in al-Zainiya area near Jisr al-Shughourin western Idlib. While no confirmed information has emerged regarding casualties from the strike, preliminary reports suggested that a leader of Hurras al-Din, a former al-Qaeda affiliate which formally dissolved in January, may have been killed. (Map: PCL)

BERNAMA

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· Jul 12, 2026

World : Syrian President Calls For ‘New Chapter’ In Nation’s History As New Parliament Convenes

ISTANBUL, July 12 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa called for “a new chapter in the country’s history,” as the newly elected parliament held its first session on Sunday, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported, citing local media.

Haaretz

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· Jul 5, 2026

As Knesset's summer recess nears, Netanyahu coalition rushes to pass pro-Haredi, judicial overhaul bills

As the current Knesset session nears its end, coalition MKs advance legislation benefiting the ultra-Orthodox community and key parts of the judicial overhaul agenda, including bills limiting kashrut, political oversight on Israeli media and regulation of election procedures

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Related coverage for "Sharaa calls for ‘new chapter’ in Syria’s history as new parliament convenes": Syrian Arab News Agency — Final Third of People’s Assembly sends a message of loyalty to sacrifices of revolution. Long War Journal — Syria appoints new parliament as Israel tensions continue. CounterVortex — US strikes Uyghur militants in Syria. BERNAMA — World : Syrian President Calls For ‘New Chapter’ In Nation’s History As New Parliament Convenes. Haaretz — As Knesset's summer recess nears, Netanyahu coalition rushes to pass pro-Haredi, judicial overhaul bills