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Syria’s fragile unity faces new test in Sweida’s Druze heartland

The National’s interviews with residents, local officials and commanders reveal a complex picture of a scarred city Entering Sweida, the southern heartland of Syria’s Druze community, feels like crossing into another country. Visitors to the city must pass through a series of checkpoints. The first is run by Damascus-controlled forces, …

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Iran Update, February 8, 2026

Toplines US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet in Washington, DC, on February 11 to discuss Iran. Israeli media and officials stated on February 7 that Trump and Netanyahu will discuss the United States’ negotiations with Iran.[1] Israeli media reported on February 8 that Israeli …

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