Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:44am on 15 Dec 2024,Sunday International
The US has acknowledged direct contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebels, following their toppling of Syria’s Assad regime. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed discussions with HTS regarding the fate of missing American journalist Austin Tice. This marks the first US acknowledgment of communication with the group, designated as a terrorist organization. The rebels, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, are seeking an inclusive Syrian government after the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad. International talks in Jordan emphasized regional unity and peace, while Israel continued airstrikes against Syria’s strategic assets. HTS's future role remains uncertain.
