The story of Syriac Christians, which history has sadly forgotten as among the first disciples of Christ, is one of political neglect and tragedy, but also of hope for the future
D.P. CurtinJune 1, 2026
Despite his past crimes, the rise of Ahmad al-Sharaa in Syria presents the best opportunity in decades to build a Western-aligned, anti-Iran coalition in the Middle East
Ayaan KaranNovember 12, 2025
Father Paul Bedari remains an essential figure for understanding the history of Syriac Christians in the 20th century
Yousif KalianJuly 23, 2025
With the fall of Assad, the Trump administration has a rare opportunity to orient Syria in a more pluralistic direction for Christians and other minorities
William RobertsMarch 17, 2025
While some have argued that the Assad regime was a preferable alternative to rule by terrorism, the truth is that brutal dictatorships inevitably foster more extremism
Michael C. DiCiannaFebruary 5, 2025
Despite HTS’s “moderate” rhetoric, Christians have experienced increased harassment and violence in Syria
Richard GhazalJanuary 15, 2025
The Arab Spring isn’t over. The simmering resentment that burst forth 13 years ago has yet to run its course.
Robert NicholsonDecember 17, 2024
Bashar al-Assad’s brutal dictatorship has fallen after more than a decade of civil war in Syria, but will the new government be much better for Christians and other minorities?
Joseph S. LaughonDecember 16, 2024
For a repressive dictator, Vladimir Putin enjoys a puzzling amount of support among Americans with religious values.
Thea DunlevieMarch 1, 2024
