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Ghouta Chemical Attack: Assad Unpunished Five Years On
There have been hundreds of chemical attacks in Syria since 2011, but Bashar al-Assad continues to be protected by his Russian allies.
Mission Accomplished? Assad Is More Powerful Now
Assad would rather rule over the ruins of Syria than allow for a peaceful transition to democracy.
Syrians Want the West To Take Military Action
Russia is protecting the 21st century's biggest mass murderer, Bashar Al-Assad.
China Says Give Assad Chance 'to Explain' Before Attack
"We hope the Trump administration thinks twice before deciding to attack Syria," the ruling Chinese Communist Party's newspaper said.
We Can't Rely On Trump Or Putin—Macron Must Save Syria
How wonderful it would be if the fresh-faced French president could make amends for the self-serving 25-year French Mandate rule in Syria.
Russia Live-Streams Operations in Ghouta, Warns U.S.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned that Moscow "made it clear" the U.S. would not be allowed to attack the Syrian military.
Russia Vows to Fight Back if U.S. Strikes Syria Again
Less than two weeks after Russian President Vladimir Putin showed off advanced weapons, his officials are warning the U.S. against action in Syria.
Russia Trolls U.S. on Twitter Over Bombing Accusations
Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called out Heather Nauert for ridiculing Moscow's bombardment in Syria.
Syrian War Criminals Will Be Punished: U.N. Official
For many, the situation in Syria is a disappointing reminder that the international community isn't always ready to act when civilians are suffering.
China Joins Syria War Debate, Shows Off Weapons at Home
China has joined Russia in backing Syria, partly because of the economic opportunities President Bashar al-Assad's victory offers.
Russia Says Rebels Won't Let Civilians Leave Ghouta
Forces fighting for and against the Syrian government have blamed one another for violating a short-lived truce in eastern Ghouta.
Russia 'Alarmed' By U.S. Threats Against Assad in Syria
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said U.S. military action against the Syrian military would be "unlawful."
Russia, Iran, Syria Face Resistance in Ghouta, Afrin
The axis of Russia, Iran and Syria faced attacks from Turkey in Afrin and Western pressure to cease bombing rebels in eastern Ghouta.
Russia Wants U.S. to Start Bombing Rebels in Ghouta
One leading Russian senator said, "It would be good if the Americans, along with us, took part in liberating eastern Ghouta from the terrorists."
Syria's Eastern Ghouta Suffers One of Deadliest Days
Syrian air force bombardments killed at least 100 people, including 20 children, monitors say.
How the West Can Press Putin to Keep Assad in Order
Russia will not want to be the only great power in warring Syria after ISIS is defeated.