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Syria

The new authorities in Syria are extending state control after years of civil war, but security conditions vary across the country, as communal violence, Israeli military activity, the ongoing integration of Kurdish-led forces, and residual armed group activity continue to shape the country’s security environment.

Reengaging Damascus: Syria’s capital offers opportunity, but not without risk

Damascus remains less exposed to political violence than other governorates in post-Assad Syria, pointing to a cautiously positive outlook despite residual security threats.

7 July 2026

A cordoned-off area and a damaged structure in the aftermath of explosions near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was meant to be staying in Damascus, Syria, 7 July 2026.

Is the new Syrian state ISIL’s main target?

ACLED’s Middle East Research Manager Muaz Al Abdullah comments on the strategic shift in ISIL’s targeting patterns following the fall of the Assad regime.

24 June 2026

What is behind Syria’s new wave of protests?

ACLED’s Middle East Research Manager Muaz Al Abdullah comments on civilian resentment over delayed transitional justice

19 June 2026

Is Israel redrawing the Syrian border under the guise of security?

ACLED’s Middle East Research Manager Muaz Al Abdullah comments on the strategic implications of Israel’s military road construction in Quneitra’s buffer zone.

11 June 2026

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