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Two of Trump's peace deals at risk as fighting surges in Congo and at Cambodia-Thailand border

Two of Trump's peace deals at risk as fighting surges in Congo and at Cambodia-Thailand border

At least two of several agreements aimed at ending global conflicts that President Donald Trump has hailed as evidence of his negotiating prowess are in trouble and at risk of collapsing

Israeli Prime Minister's Office Denies Refusal of Syria Security Agreement at UNGA

Israeli Prime Minister's Office Denies Refusal of Syria Security Agreement at UNGA

The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) of Israel has denied reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refused to sign a security agreement with Syria during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa had previously indicated that negotiations were ongoing, but the PMO clarified that while there were contacts facilitated by the U.S., no formal agreements were reached. The discussions reportedly involved Israel's withdrawal to pre-December 8 borders, following the fall of the Assad regime and subsequent Israeli military actions in Syria.

Switzerland says lower US tariffs to be applied retroactively from Nov 14

Switzerland says lower US tariffs to be applied retroactively from Nov 14

ZURICH, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The lowering of U.S. tariffs on Switzerland to 15% from 39% will be effective retroactively from November 14, the Swiss government said on Wednesday, delivering relief to businesses that had been saddled with the highest U.S. duties in Europe.

On anniversary of the fall of Bashar Assad, Syrians and their country struggle to heal

On anniversary of the fall of Bashar Assad, Syrians and their country struggle to heal

Mohammad Marwan has been struggling to rebuild his life after being released from Syria’s Saydnaya prison a year ago

US Congress moves toward repeal of tough 'Caesar' sanctions on Syria

US Congress moves toward repeal of tough 'Caesar' sanctions on Syria

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - A set of tough U.S. sanctions imposed on Syria under its former leader Bashar al-Assad could be lifted within weeks, after their repeal was included in a sweeping defense policy bill unveiled during the weekend and due for votes in Congress within

UN cuts its aid appeal for 2026 despite soaring need

UN cuts its aid appeal for 2026 despite soaring need

GENEVA, Dec 8 (Reuters) - The United Nations on Monday appealed for an aid budget only half the size of what it had hoped for this year, acknowledging a plunge in donor funding at a time when humanitarian needs have never been greater.

Syrian refugee returns set to slow as donor support fades

Syrian refugee returns set to slow as donor support fades

GENEVA, Dec 8 (Reuters) - More than 3 million Syrians have returned home since the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's rule a year ago but a decline in global funding could deter others, the U.N. refugee agency said on Monday.

Syria's New Leadership Faces Challenges Amid International Engagement

Syria's New Leadership Faces Challenges Amid International Engagement

A year after the fall of Damascus, Ahmad al-Sharaa, formerly known as Abu Mohammad al-Julani, has assumed the presidency of Syria. His leadership follows the collapse of Bashar Assad's regime and has been marked by international engagement, including meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump. Despite gaining global support, al-Sharaa's administration faces accusations of involvement in massacres against Alawites and Druze communities. The new government has been working to fill the power vacuum and restore Syria's international standing while dealing with internal conflicts and regional tensions.

President Trump Urges Netanyahu to Shift Focus from Military to Diplomatic Solutions in Middle East

President Trump Urges Netanyahu to Shift Focus from Military to Diplomatic Solutions in Middle East

President Donald Trump has urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to transition from military operations to diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, particularly concerning Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria. This shift is part of Trump's broader '20-Point Plan' aimed at stabilizing the region through diplomatic means and confidence-building measures. The plan includes potential normalization agreements and a focus on dismantling terrorist arsenals through diplomatic pressure rather than military incursions. Netanyahu is expected to discuss these issues with Trump during an upcoming visit to Washington. The move comes as Israel faces a December 31 deadline for Lebanon to dismantle Hezbollah's arsenal, with Trump seeking to avoid military escalation.

EU leader warns of US interference in Europe's affairs as Russia praises Trump's security vision

EU leader warns of US interference in Europe's affairs as Russia praises Trump's security vision

A top European Union official has warned the United States against interfering in European affairs

Syria to mark one year since Assad toppled

Syria to mark one year since Assad toppled

DAMASCUS, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Syrians will mark the first anniversary of the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad and his iron-fisted rule on Monday, as the fractured nation struggles to find stability and recover after years of war.

No need to 'break' with US over security policy, German spy chief says

No need to 'break' with US over security policy, German spy chief says

By Sarah Marsh BERLIN, Dec 8 (Reuters) - There is no need for a rupture between Europe and the U.S. over Washington's new Security Strategy warning of "civilizational erasure" in the Old World, Germany's spy chief said on Monday.