Syrian civil war
Aid agencies move to block virus outbreak in Syria rebel-held region
Syria has not yet confirmed any coronavirus cases but its 'fragile health systems may not have the capacity to detect and respond' to an epidemic, Hedinn...
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Trump warns Russia, Syria, Iran against killing civilians in Idlib
The US president said Turkey was working hard to stop the 'carnage' in Syria’s Idlib province.
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Pentagon says up to 1,000 US troops to withdraw from northern Syria
US Defense Secretary Mark Esper told Fox News that the number of troops being pulled back totaled 'less than a thousand.'
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Turkish-led forces advance into Syrian border town, fighting rages
The Turkish assault has raised international alarm over its mass displacement of civilians and the risk it could trigger a revival of an Islamic State insurgency in Syria.
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US pulls back troops in northeast Syria, opening way to Turkish attack
The forces, known as the Syrian Democratic Forces, accused Washington of reneging on an ally, warning it would have a 'great negative' impact on the war against the militants.
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Erdogan hosts Putin, Rouhani for Syria summit
Iran and Russia have been staunch supporters of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, while Turkey has called for his ouster and backed opposition fighters.
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Turkish foreign minister discusses defense, Syria with Pompeo
Ankara’s purchase of the S-400 system has infuriated the United States, its NATO ally, which has responded by removing Turkey from the F-35 stealth fighter jet program.
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Up to two million Syrians could flee to Turkey if clashes worsen - UN
Syria’s Russian-backed military has been pressing an assault on rebels in their last major stronghold with air attacks and ground battles that have already forced tens of thousands to leave their homes.
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IS down to less than 1% of original 'caliphate' - coalition
At its height, the jihadist proto-state proclaimed by IS in Syria and Iraq in June 2014 was roughly the size of Britain.
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Turkey vows no slowdown in fight against IS after US pullout from Syria
President Tayyip Erdogan has dismissed concerns that the withdrawal ordered by US President Donald Trump would allow Islamic State to regain territory.
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Order signed for US military's controversial Syria exit
The announcement that US troops would leave the civil war-wracked country shocked global partners and American politicians alike.
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How to prevent World War 3
Violence is raging in the Middle East, Europe and Russia are poised on the edge of conflict over Ukraine.
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UN urges Jordan to open borders to fleeing Syrians
An estimated 270,000 people have fled air and ground attacks over the past two weeks, the United Nations said on Monday.
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Refugees now make up 1% of the world's population
According to the UNHCR, there are now almost 70 million forcibly displaced people worldwide – the highest number in modern history.
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US to take 'firm, appropriate measures' against Syria violations
After seven years of conflict, the southwest of Syria, bordering Jordan and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, is one of the parts of the country still outside the state’s control.
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Syrian state media says Israel attacked just after US quit Iran deal
Trump’s hard tack against the nuclear deal, while welcomed by Israel, has stirred fears of a possible regional flare-up.
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What could Iran do if Trump pulls out of nuclear deal?
Iran agreed to curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of some sanctions. But the withdrawal of the United States would probably sink the deal.
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US makes decision on troops in Syria: intelligence chief
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he wanted to “get out” of Syria but offered no timetable.
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Russia, Assad give ultimatum to rebels north-east of Damascus
The area is 40km outside Damascus and separate from eastern Ghouta, which is directly adjacent to the capital and where Russian-backed government forces have wiped out rebel resistance.
