Syria crisis
Syria preparing chemical weapons in Idlib: US envoy
There is “lots of evidence” that chemical weapons are being prepared by Syrian government forces in Idlib in northwest Syria, the new US adviser for Syria says, as he warns of the risks of an...
Syria's struggle does not end with ISIS
Narratives shape our world. The deeper meaning of Orwell's words becomes clear when we know the true nature of Syria's crisis.
Syria preparing chemical weapons in Idlib: US envoy
There is “lots of evidence” that chemical weapons are being prepared by Syrian government forces in Idlib in northwest Syria, the new US adviser for Syria says, as he warns of the risks of an...
Strikes hit Syria's Ghouta as death toll hits 800
Heavy air strikes and clashes hit the Syrian rebel enclave of Eastern Ghouta ahead of an urgent UN Security Council meeting on the escalating violence.
Deadly attacks rock Damascus suburb
Bomb attacks hit a Damascus suburb which is the site of Syria's holiest Shia shrine, killing at least 12 people, state media reports.
11 civilians dead in attacks in Syria's Aleppo: monitor
At least 11 civilians were killed in Syria's second city Aleppo in one of the highest single tolls since a fragile truce came into force, a monitor says.
Twin car bombs kill 46 in Syria
Double car bomb attacks kill at least 46 people in Syria's central city of Homs on Sunday as international efforts to bring about a ceasefire in the war-torn country have floundered.
Syria crisis: Aid arrives in besieged Muadhamiya
The first of several convoys carrying badly-needed aid to besieged areas of Syria has arrived at its destination.
Russia rejects Syria war crimes claim
Russia says it "categorically rejects" accusations of war crimes over the bombing of hospitals in Syria.
Russia 'must stop Syria civilian bombing'
French PM Manuel Valls urges Russia to stop bombing civilians while carrying out airstrikes in Syria - but Moscow denies harming them.
IS bombings near Syria Shiite shrine kill 50
Bombings claimed by the Islamic State group kill more than 50 people and wound dozens near a revered Shiite shrine outside the Syrian capital Damascus.