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Syria appoints new parliament as Israel tensions continue

Long War Journal

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July 2, 2026

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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.

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The Young Turks

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· Jul 6, 2026

Why Is Congress Selling Out Our Military To Israel? #tyt #breakingnews #cenkuygur #anakasparian

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Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 9, 2026

Syria: Israeli Enemy Incursion and Overflights in the Daraa and Quneitra Countryside

Syria: Israeli Enemy Incursion and Overflights in the Daraa and Quneitra Countryside

Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs

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· Jun 25, 2026

Defensible Borders with Syria?

Emerging cooperation between Israel and Syria—focused on deterring Iran, stabilizing the border region, and coordinating security measures—offers both nations new opportunities for peace and regional integration. The post Defensible Borders with Syria? appeared first on Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs.

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 24, 2026

Israel and Lebanon Discuss US Backed Plan for Troop Handover in Southern Border Areas

Israeli and Lebanese officials are discussing a U.S. backed proposal that would see Israeli forces transfer control of some territory captured during the war with Hezbollah to the Lebanese army. The talks are taking place in Washington as part of broader efforts to consolidate a ceasefire and reduce tensions along the Israel Lebanon border. Under [] The post Israel and Lebanon Discuss US Backed Plan for Troop Handover in Southern Border Areas appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 23, 2026

Macron Urges 'Strong' Lebanon Ceasefire Coupled with Israeli Withdrawal

French President Emmanuel Macron has emphasized the critical necessity of establishing a robust and durable ceasefire in Lebanon. According to Macron, the agreement must pave the way for a synchronized process involving the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the immediate deployment of the Lebanese Armed Forces.

JFeed

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· Jul 6, 2026

Who's The Boss?: Navigating the Frail US-Israel Alliance

Decades of shifting diplomatic alliances forced Israeli leaders to navigate wisely betwwen intense US president's pressure and a persistent struggle over geopolitical independence. First article in the series

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Related coverage for "Syria appoints new parliament as Israel tensions continue": The Young Turks — Why Is Congress Selling Out Our Military To Israel? #tyt #breakingnews #cenkuygur #anakasparian. Yemen News Agency - SABA — Syria: Israeli Enemy Incursion and Overflights in the Daraa and Quneitra Countryside. Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs — Defensible Borders with Syria?. Modern Diplomacy — Israel and Lebanon Discuss US Backed Plan for Troop Handover in Southern Border Areas. Sada Elbalad — Macron Urges 'Strong' Lebanon Ceasefire Coupled with Israeli Withdrawal. JFeed — Who's The Boss?: Navigating the Frail US-Israel Alliance