Iran’s supreme leader made a public appearance amidst rising tensions with Israel and the US, receiving a warm reception from supporters who chanted a Shia victory chant.

The Tadamon massacre, where over 41 men were executed, reignites concerns about accountability as regime affiliates are released under a peace initiative.

Syria is set to have some US sanctions lifted after the White House said it was a move to support the country’s “path to stability and peace.” The sanctions included blocking foreign financing, were imposed on the government of Bashir al-Assad, who was overthrown by rebels in December.

President Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle US sanctions on Syria, aiming to integrate the country into the international financial system.

A suicide bomber attacked a Greek Orthodox church in Damascus, resulting in at least 22 deaths and 63 injuries, including children.

The Islamic State recently condemned Syrian interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa, calling for foreign fighters to defect to its ranks due to his diplomatic ties with the US.