Syrian war
Rescuing the Missing in Syria
Without a targeted effort to find the missing, these lost souls will continue to be tortured.
Eleven Years Later, War Rages on in Syria
Listen to the stories of Syrians, learn from history and don't stay silent.
The U.S. Needs to Accept Reality in Syria
Syria's neighbors, many of whom detest Bashar al-Assad and funneled arms and money to their favorite rebel groups earlier in the war, now acknowledge he isn't going anywhere.
Syria Raises Flag, Israel Fires Missile Near Golan
As the Syrian military retakes the city where a nationwide rebellion was sparked, Israel prepares to enforce the land it seized in 1967.
Next Middle East War May Start In These Places: Report
For the first time since beginning the project in late 2017, the International Crisis Group has listed "Critical" flashpoints in two separate Middle Eastern countries.
Syrian War to Be Over in 'Less Than a Year,' Assad Says
Assad also said that Russia does not dictate his government's actions.
Why U.S., Russia, Iran and Turkey Are at War in Syria
The shifting dynamics of Syria's seven-year war have pitted the U.S. against NATO ally Turkey as well as Russia and Iran.
U.S. Loses Top Syria Ally Again, This Time to Assad
The Kurdish majority of the Pentagon-created Syrian Democratic Forces are leaving the U.S. battle against ISIS to fight a Turkish invasion.
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.
Are N. Korea and Syria Working Against U.S. Policies?
North Korea and Syria have a history of working together against what they view as U.S. imperialism. In recent years, they've both seen success.
Ex-Defense Chief: U.S. Losing in Syria, Afghanistan
Former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said the U.S. military "can't fix the problems in Afghanistan" and Russia "really holds the cards" in Syria.
Syria War 2018: U.S. Allies Battle, Russia Tries Peace
As Kurdish forces attempt to defend their land from Turkey, Russia began the Sochi peace conference and its allies continued to gain ground.
A Year After Aleppo, Russia Wants U.S. out of Syria
One year after a vicious battle turned the tides of war for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, he and his Russian ally want the U.S. gone.
How ISIS Got Weapons From the U.S.
A report shows the U.S. and Saudi Arabia likely violated international agreements by buying European weapons and giving them to Syrian rebels.
Former Ally: U.S. Deal Let 3,500 ISIS Fighters Escape
"It was all theater," said the U.S.-backed commander who has since switched his allegiance to Turkey.
U.S. to Stay in Syria After ISIS Defeat, Defying Russia
The Pentagon said it would stay "as long as we need to," defying Syria, Russia and Iran, which see U.S. military presence as illegal.
North Korea, Russia and Cuba Now Working Together
Traditional foes of U.S. foreign policy, such as Cuba, Iran, North Korea and Russia, are increasingly eager to cooperate against Trump.
Russia Says U.S. Supporting 'Terrorism' in Syria
Russia said the U.S. has not gone far enough to condemn "terrorists and extremists" among the Syrian opposition.
Russia's New Nuclear Bomber to Fly Soon, Pleasing Putin
"Everything is fine, just perfect. I congratulate the aircraft builders and I think we will deliver good news to the defense ministry," Putin said of the new TU-160M2.
Syria and Russia: ISIS is Dead, Now U.S. Must Go
Days after Syria and its allies declared victory over ISIS, Defense Secretary James Mattis said the U.S. military wasn't going anywhere just yet.
Syria and Iraq Team Up to Take Final ISIS Town
Before declaring victory in the final ISIS-held town of Al-Bukamal, Syrian and Iraqi troops met on the border for the first time since 2012.
ISIS Threatens Trump and Putin, Urges More Attacks
"Lie in wait for them at every chance to ambush. The Levant is the graveyard of the Russians and Americans," reads text on a recent propaganda image.
Syria's Last Battle Shows U.S. Lost War to Iran, Russia
Syria's war is almost over and experts say the U.S. has few options to counter what's been a major victory for Russia, Iran and President Bashar al-Assad.
Putin Courts Turkey and Saudi Arabia, Russia's Ex-Foes
As Russia consolidates its position in Syria and the Middle East as a whole, it's reaching out to rivals and selling them a coveted weapon, the S-400.
Syria's Ancient Palmyra Lion Saved From ISIS, Restored
The 2,000-year-old Lion of al-Lat statue is a symbol of peace, but its restoration is only a reprieve from the death and destruction Palmyra has witnessed.
Russia Says Syria War To End Soon With Turkish Support
Russian President Vladimir Putin said "the necessary conditions have been created for putting an end to the fratricidal war in Syria."
Raqqa's Arab Tribes Drop ISIS For U.S.
Kurdish groups have already reached out to Damascus and Moscow fearing a post-battle American withdrawal.
Half a Million Displaced Syrians Have Returned Home
Despite thousands of "spontaneous returns" by displaced Syrians, the United Nations doesn't think the country is safe yet.
Russia Says U.K.'s New Warship Makes a Great 'Target'
Russia dismissed jokes by U.K. Defense Secretary Michael Fallon and called the new HMS Queen Elizabeth "a large, convenient naval target."
Russians Say U.S. Military More Dangerous Than ISIS
The U.S. and Russian militaries have found themselves increasingly at odds in the world.