Ahmad Sharawi (2025-11-07). United States reportedly eyes military foothold in Damascus, Syrian official denies the claim. longwarjournal.org A Reuters report claims that the United States will establish a military presence at an airbase in Damascus, Syria, "to help enable" a security agreement between Syria and Israel.

Nazli Tarzi (2025-11-07). Plans for new US military base in Syria exposes 'Israel First' agenda. thecanary.co Preparations are underway for the establishment of a new US air base in Damascus, Syria, anonymised security sources told Reuters. A demilitarised zone in southern Syria will house the outpost. This includes logistical planning, namely reconnaissance and flight path testing. The bid, previously unheard of, signals an unyielding push by Washington to normalise Israeli-Syrian relations. […] | By

tehrantimes (2025-11-07). Iran, Kenya eye trade expansion with innovation hub, direct flights. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran and Kenya are exploring new avenues to deepen bilateral trade and technological cooperation, including plans to establish a permanent Iranian product exhibition center in Nairobi, a joint innovation hub, and a direct Tehran—Nairobi flight, officials said during a meeting between the Kenyan ambassador and the Iran—East Africa Joint Chamber of Commerce.