Paul McLoughlin

There are hopes the security situation in Daraa can be stabilised after the 8th Brigade headed by Ahmed Al-Awda was dissolved and brought under state control.

In-depth: As the Druze discuss just how far the Suweida province should integrate into the new Syrian state, the Sheikh Al-Aql wield immense influence.

In-depth: Israel has expanded its borders in southwest Syria since the Assad regime's collapse, with local residents and security forces prepared for battle.

The bloodshed in Syria's coastal region is the worst since the fall of the Assad regime in December.

Analysis: Amid an economic crisis and unsteady truce, there are fears that Yemen's war could reignite, with a potentially devastating impact on civilians.

Syrians are looking ahead to the next stage in the country's development, with governance and democracy crunch issues that could determine Syria's future.