West Asia - Islamic World News

Wednesday 26 November 2025 - 12:43

UAE Strengthens Its Proxies in Yemen

Local media in Shabwah province report that the United Arab Emirates has delivered around 400 Toyota Land Cruiser 2025 vehicles to the Shabwah Defense Forces.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 - 06:51

Elizabeth Tsurkov’s revelations on Druze militants and Israeli involvement in southern Syria

Elizabeth Tsurkov has released a new report alleging details about the structure of Druze armed groups in southern Syria, their ties to criminal networks, and the extent of Israeli support for them. She is the same controversial alleged Israeli operative who was abducted in Baghdad in March 2023 and remained in captivity until September 2025, before being released through mediation by the Iraqi prime minister.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 - 06:41

Assassinate Attempt Against the Governor of Taiz

The vehicle carrying Nabil Shamsan, governor of Taiz in the Saudi-backed government, along with Abu Bakr al-Jubouli, commander of the al-Tur al-Bahah axis, was attacked by unidentified gunmen in the Najd al-Bard area, south of Taiz province.

Wednesday 26 November 2025 - 06:33

Protests erupt across Syria; widespread Alawite demonstrations against al-Julani’s rule

Responding to the call of Sheikh Ghazal Ghazal, head of the Alawite Islamic Council in Syria, Alawites took to the streets and main squares in coastal cities including Latakia, Tartus, Jableh, and Banias, as well as in several villages and towns in Homs and Hama provinces. The gatherings were held to denounce sectarian oppression and systematic rights violations by al-Jolani’s administration.

Tuesday 25 November 2025 - 09:38

Israeli Army Drill on the Northern Front

The General Staff of the Israeli army announced a large-scale exercise has begun to assess the readiness of forces against various scenarios, particularly unexpected incidents along the northern border.

Monday 24 November 2025 - 12:41

The Second Shipment of Saudi Crude Oil Arrives in Syria

The second consignment of Saudi crude, estimated at around one million barrels, has reached Banyas port — an event seen as a significant marker in the trajectory of energy cooperation and political relations between Riyadh and Damascus.

Thursday 20 November 2025 - 08:18

Netanyahu and Israeli Officials Visit Southern Syria!

On November 19, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accompanied by senior commanders and officials, entered southern Syria in a clear violation of international law, visiting Israeli army bases. He was joined by Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.

Tuesday 18 November 2025 - 05:33

Thousands of Former Syrian Army Officers Join SDF

A report published by sources close to Julani’s administration reveals that more than 4,500 officers and personnel of Bashar al-Assad’s government have joined the ranks of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).