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Monday, February 2, 2026

Al-Estiklal Newspaper

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After the Fields Are Reclaimed, Can Oil Drive Syria’s Economic Recovery?

After the Fields Are Reclaimed, Can Oil Drive Syria’s Economic Recovery?

4 days ago

After years in which the SDF militias controlled Syria’s most significant oil fields, the country’s new authorities have moved to reclaim a meaningful share of this strategic resource, marking a notable shift in the energy sector as production begins to resume.

From Dialogue to Imposed Reality: What Follows the SDF’s Expulsion from Aleppo?

From Dialogue to Imposed Reality: What Follows the SDF’s Expulsion from Aleppo?

19 days ago

The Syrian state has put forward an unexpected model in handling the file of dismantling the Syrian Democratic Force (SDF), which continues to stall the integration process by holding on to pressure cards against Damascus.

U.S. Broadens Syria’s Role in Coalition: Threat to Iran or Check on Russia?

U.S. Broadens Syria’s Role in Coalition: Threat to Iran or Check on Russia?

2 months ago

At a pivotal moment in Syria’s political landscape, Damascus’ entry into the U.S.-led coalition against ISIS marks a strategic shift that is reshaping regional and international alliances.

In the Countryside of Deir ez-Zor, al-Hasakah, and Aleppo: What Are Assad’s Remnants Doing with the SDF Militia?

In the Countryside of Deir ez-Zor, al-Hasakah, and Aleppo: What Are Assad’s Remnants Doing with the SDF Militia?

4 months ago

Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have notably allowed former officers and members of the ousted regime to relocate to areas under their control in northeastern Syria.

Syria and Turkiye Losing Patience: Is a Military Operation Against the SDF Looming?

Syria and Turkiye Losing Patience: Is a Military Operation Against the SDF Looming?

4 months ago

While Ankara continues to issue warnings to the SDF, diplomatic contacts between Turkiye and Syria are increasing, particularly after the two countries’ defense ministries signed a joint training and advisory agreement.

Will the Kurdish National Council Get from Damascus What It Couldn’t from the SDF?

Will the Kurdish National Council Get from Damascus What It Couldn’t from the SDF?

5 months ago

As the SDF explores new conditions to strengthen their negotiating position in the integration with the Syrian state, the Kurdish National Council is emerging as a key player in political talks with Damascus over the future of northeastern Syria.