This URGENT NEWS BLAST (UNB) may include stories from both alternative media sources and the mainstream media (MSM) for your discernment. See what both the forces for good as well as the blob are saying!
(2024-12-05). The US And Israel Quietly Revived Al-Qaeda Allies In Syria. popularresistance.org As Syrian opposition forces, spearheaded by the Al-Qaeda affiliate Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, intensify their offensive to seize more territory after capturing Aleppo, Washington has distanced itself from the attack—a remarkable reversal, considering its longstanding support for weaponizing so-called "moderate rebel" groups based in Idlib. | Under President Barack Obama, the U.S. government secretly poured billions into a covert operation designed to topple Bashar al-Assad's government. The CIA's Timber Sycamore program, one of the agency's most expensive undertakings, at its peak, funneled $100,000 per Syrian m…
(2024-12-05). United Nations Demands Israeli Withdrawal From Golan Heights. popularresistance.org The UN General Assembly adopted on 3 December a resolution demanding Israel's withdrawal from Syria's illegally occupied Golan Heights, which the Israeli army captured during the 1967 war. | The resolution demanded "once more" that Israel withdraw from the occupied Golan Heights "to the line of 4 June 1967" while stressing the illegality of settlement building and other activities in the territory. | "The continued occupation of the Syrian Golan and its de facto annexation constitute a stumbling block in the way of achieving a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace in the region," it added. Any decision imposing…
(2024-12-05). 2,000 terrorists killed in N Syria amid military cooperation with Russia. presstv.ir Syrian sources say around 2,000 Takfiri terrorists have been killed in the Arab country's north over the past week amid military cooperation between Damascus and Russia.
(2024-12-05). Palestinian forces defend Syrian gov't against terrorism. workers.org The Central Media of the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine put out the following statement on Nov. 30, 2024. The Democratic Front condemns the terrorist aggression on northern Syria and calls for an end to interference in internal Syrian affairs. The Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine . . . |
(2024-12-05). How Israeli violence, US sanctions left Syria vulnerable. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate discuss the NATO-backed "rebel" assault on Aleppo and explain how years of sanctions and military assaults on both Syria and its regional allies weakened the state and left it vulnerable to a renewed onslaught. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at …
(2024-12-05). The Syrian Civil War: New Phases, Old Lies. counterpunch.org 
A new bloody phase has opened up in Syria, as if it was ever possible to contemplate another one in that tormented land. Silly terms such as "moderate" are being paired with "rebels", a coupling that can also draw scorn. What counts as news reporting on the subject in the Western press stable adopts a
(2024-12-05). Syrian army withdraws from Hama as opposition forces enter key city. aljazeera.com Army says it's redeploying 'to preserve civilian lives and prevent urban combat' as opposition forces enter key city.
(2024-12-05). There is now a window of opportunity for peace in Syria. aljazeera.com The opposition taking control of Aleppo may give it enough leverage to jumpstart peace negotiations.
(2024-12-05). Syrians fleeing war zones with "whatever they could carry" aljazeera.com Ahmed Bayram talks about the challenges civilians in Syria had to face in order to escape from the latest armed conflict…
(2024-12-05). West Aims to Weaken Russia Using New Fighting in Syria and Protests in Georgia. globalresearch.ca In the past, there were many locally defined conflicts on the various continents, which were often unrelated. But in today's global world, in which the big players operate with all the powerful structures of the special services, we always have …
(2024-12-05). A World in Turmoil: Examining Destruction, Geopolitics, and the Path to Peace. globalresearch.ca The modern world is witnessing unprecedented levels of destruction, loss of life, and devastation of cities. This is evident in conflict zones such as Ukraine, Syria, and Palestine, where human suffering has reached harrowing proportions. These crises, however, are not …
(2024-12-05). Iran urges diplomatic efforts to counter 'serious' threat of terrorism. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister says the resurgence of terrorism in Syria poses a serious threat to regional peace, stability and security.
(2024-12-05). Iran, Egypt Voice Support for Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The foreign ministers of Iran and Egypt expressed the two countries' support for the territorial integrity of Syria.
(2024-12-05). A blow to the Astana. uwidata.com The following article appeared as an editorial statement in Egypt's leading newspaper Al Ahram. It appears in the context of the Arab Republic of Egypt declaring its support for the Arab Republic of Syria under President Bashar Al Assad's presidency. On Wednesday nicht, the foreign ministers of Egypt and Iran, two countries yet to establish …
(2024-12-05). Turkey's Strategic Moves Amid Northern Syria Clashes. devdiscourse.com Turkey has intensified its efforts to stabilize northern Syria, as regional counterparts have worked closely following a resurgence of conflict last week. The defense ministry spokesman conveyed on Thursday that stabilizing measures are actively being implemented.
(2024-12-05). Iran asserts will continue to support Syria until terrorists vanquished. presstv.ir Iran's UN envoy reaffirms Tehran's unflinching support for the Syrian government and nation in their "just and determined" fight against Takfiri terror groups.
(2024-12-05). Report: US Offered To Withdraw Troops From Syria in Exchange for Assad Cutting Ties With Iran. news.antiwar.com The US had proposed the idea of withdrawing its troops from eastern Syria and possibly lifting sanctions in exchange for the government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad cutting ties with Iran and Hezbollah, The New York Times reported on Wednesday. The report said the offer to pull out troops and other proposals made by the …
(2024-12-05). Guarantors of Syria peace talks to meet in Qatar: Iran FM. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Minister says the top diplomats of the three guarantor states of the Astana peace process will meet in Qatar to discuss the resurgence of terrorism in Syria.
(2024-12-05). ICRC Activities in Syria: Facts & Figures (January – June 2024). icrc.org
(2024-12-04). How the US and Israel Quietly Revived Al-Qaeda Allies in Syria's Idlib Offensive. mintpressnews.com The recent fall of Aleppo to Hayat Tahrir al-Sham highlights a troubling truth: Washington and Tel Aviv's shadowy support for extremist groups continues.
(2024-12-04). In Syria, Turkey's Erdoƒüan Does Israel's Dirty Work. libya360.wordpress.com Dimitri Lascaris In Syria, Hayat Tabriz Al-Sham (HTS) has launched an offensive against Aleppo, the second largest Syrian city. The offensive began at the same time as a ceasefire went into effect in Lebanon, and has now expanded to areas beyond Aleppo. HTS began its offensive from its base of operations in Idlib. In this…
(2024-12-04). Israel Violates Lebanon Ceasefire Over 100 Times, Middle East Still at Breaking Point. youtube.com 
On The Freedom Side LIVE, Thursday, 12/05 at 3pm ET/12pm PT, host Eugene Puryear is joined by special guests: Giorgio Cafiero, CEO of Gulf State Analytics, joins the show to break down the escalating tensions in the Middle East. From the resurgence of terrorist groups in Syria to the unraveling ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, …
syriadirect.org (2024-12-05). 'Shades of gray': Aleppo's Christians between HTS promises and painful memories
radiohc.cu (2024-12-05). Iran's top general says surge of terrorism in Syria part of U.S.-Israeli plot
en.mehrnews.com (2024-12-05). Iran urges for intensified efforts against terrorism in Syria
en.mehrnews.com (2024-12-05). 2,000 terrorists killed in Syria amid Russia military coop.
en.mehrnews.com (2024-12-05). Iran's initiative to resolve Syria crisis underway: FM
english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-05). Heavy Losses Inflicted on Terrorists as Syrian Army Foils Attack on Hama Countryside
tasnimnews.com (2024-12-05). Joint Syrian, Russian Strikes Kill Nearly 2,000 Terrorists in Northern Syria
agcnews.eu (2024-12-05). SYRIA. The many faces of the Revolution