U.S. Shares Intelligence on ISIS Threats with Syria's New Government, Foils Attack on Shia Shrine in Damascus

Jan 24, 2025, 08:48 PM

The United States has begun sharing secret intelligence regarding threats from the Islamic State (ISIS) with Syria's new government, which is led by leaders of the Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, previously designated as a terrorist organization by Washington. This intelligence-sharing initiative aims to thwart potential ISIS attacks. Officials reported that U.S. intelligence has already contributed to preventing an ISIS attack on a Shia shrine in Damascus earlier this month. The collaboration underscores a complex relationship as the U.S. navigates its strategy in Syria amidst ongoing security concerns.