There are some elements in American government that do not work for American interests but rather interests of other countries, he added.

Syrian revolutionary leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa:

The revolution was never against minorities. We are currently protecting the minorities.

We, along with all the sects in Syria, believed that the former regime must be deposed.

The ousted Assad regime spent half a century instilling fear in minorities and inciting divisions; the new government will not seek a divide and rule approach, Al-Sharaa and Fidan said.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan:

Türkiye is proud to be on the right side of history.

CLASH REPORT EXCLUSIVE:

Sources familiar with the issue told Clash Report that after resolving diplomatic technical matters, Turkey to send military advisors to support the training of the new Syrian army at military academies in Aleppo and Damascus as part of their efforts to assist the new Syrian government.

Sources also mentioned that discussions are ongoing for a Turkish military unit to be stationed in Homs for air defense training.

Turkish FM Fidan and Syrian leader Al-Sharaa drinking tea on Mount Qasiyoun in Damascus.

The photo has been shared by Deputy Foreign Minister Nuh Yilmaz.

Clash Report EXCLUSIVE: Turkish FM Hakan Fidan and Syrian Leader al-Shaara enjoying a cup of coffee in Mount Qasioun, Damascus.

Thousands of protesters have gathered in Belgrade in protest against the Vucic government and corruption.

Donald Trump:

President Putin said he wants to meet with me as soon as possible.

Syrian leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa's grandfather was married to the aunt of Farouk al-Shara, who was Syria's Foreign Minister for 22 years and Vice President for 12 years.

Donald Trump:

We will begin the largest deportation operation in the history of the United States.

Donald Trump:

We will stop entering foreign wars that the United States entered in a ridiculous way.

Donald Trump:

Panama Canal was given to Panama by the US. If the principles of this magnanimous gesture of giving are not followed, then we will demand that the Panama Canal be returned to us, in full, and without question.

Donald Trump:

I will stop the chaos in the Middle East, end the war in Ukraine and prevent the outbreak of World War III.

Trump says that the United States will focus on defending its own borders after years of defending other countries.

Turkish FM Hakan Fidan:

Under the leadership of our President, the Turkish nation and state did not leave their Syrian brothers alone in their time of need. We stand by the Syrian people today as well. We are ready to support them in every field they need.

Our priority for Syria is to ensure stability and security in the country, to eliminate terrorism, to achieve national reconciliation, to ensure economic development and to create conditions that will enable Syrians who have been separated from their country for years to return to their homeland.

Türkiye will contribute in every way to the establishment of a safe, free, prosperous Syria that contributes to regional peace.

Hungarian PM Orban:

European Union has lost the conflict in Ukraine.

President of Panama responds to Trump:

Every square meter of the canal and its area belongs to Panama.

Syrian Leader Ahmad Al-Sharaa on Iran:

What do we have to do with events that happened 1,400 years ago?

Some [Iran & its proxies] come here seeking revenge against the people of Sham for a historical event that took place over a millennium ago.

What kind of logic is this? What reasoning? What role did we have in those events?

Close-up pictures shows the aftermath of Russian airstrikes on Rastan Bridge in Syria.

The bridge deck was pierced in several places, and strikes also targeted the supports in an attempt to collapse the structure entirely.

However, Russia couldn't destroy the bridge.

This was a vital, strategical area for Syrian forces' march to Damascus.

Iran is in BIG trouble.

Iran is facing a severe energy crisis, causing widespread power outages, industrial disruptions, and economic strain.

Years of sanctions, aging infrastructure, and wasteful consumption have left the country struggling to function.

A daily gas shortfall of 350 million cubic meters has led to power cuts at 17 plants, with others running partially.

Schools, universities, and government offices operate on reduced schedules, while power outages disrupt daily life, affecting heating, traffic systems, and internet-dependent activities.

Manufacturing output has dropped by 30-50%, with tens of billions in losses. Key sectors, including steel and construction, face halts or downsizing.

The rial has hit record lows, and private sector confidence has plummeted.

Iran’s regional influence is eroding after setbacks in Syria and Lebanon, while renewed U.S. pressure under Donald Trump could worsen the crisis.

Source: NYT