Syrian Arab Republic
What now for Russia in Syria?
The fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) now poses complex challenges for Russia.
Syrian opposition bans forced wearing of hijab
Syria's armed opposition leadership has issued a decree prohibiting the forced wearing of hijabs
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As jubilant Syrian refugees in Turkey celebrate Assad downfall, analysts wonder what comes next in power vacuum
Ankara, meanwhile, already criticised for trying to use chaos as cover for attacks on Kurds as it tries to change map in its favour.
Lebanon's Christian factions rejoice over Assad regime fall
Celebrations erupted across several areas in Lebanon following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria. Opposition factions took control of Damascus, leading to public gatherings in Lebanese squares, where revellers set off fireworks.
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Toppled Syrian dictator Assad flees to Moscow
Diplomatic sources confirmed Russia has offered asylum to Assad.
Syrian opposition captures key port city of Tartus
Opposition forces have seized control of Syria's strategic Mediterranean port city of Tartus, consolidating their grip on the country following the dramatic fall of Damascus and President Bashar al-Assad's departure.
Opposition forces impose curfew in Syrian capital Damascus
Syrian opposition forces have imposed a curfew in Damascus after taking control of the capital, marking a dramatic end to President Bashar al-Assad's rule.
Iranian embassy in Damascus ransacked, Russian embassy on lockdown
Iran’s embassy in Damascus has been ransacked, with its items stolen by residents of the Syrian capital.
Erdogan sets Damascus as final target for “rebels” advancing in Syria
Since his regime’s hailing of its “reconquest” of Aleppo, Turkey’s leader has been in no mood to talk peace.
UPDATED: Syria's former president Assad arrives in Moscow
A private jet departed Damascus and arrived in Abu Dhabi on December 7, carrying Syria's President Bashar al-Assad and the rest of his family, as they fled from rebels rapidly taking control of his country, Turkish media have reported.
Assad's Syrian regime faces imminent collapse as rebels close in on Damascus
The rapid disintegration of Bashar al-Assad's control over Syria has shocked observers, with rebels now advancing on Damascus from multiple directions in what appears to be the final chapter of his regime's rule.
Assad told to flee Syria as his regime teeters on the edge of collapse
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been told to flee the country and establish a government in exile as three important cities fall to advancing forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebels.
Syria’s conflict enters a dangerous new phase as rebels advance
Syria’s long-running civil war has entered a markedly more dangerous phase as opposition forces capture strategic cities and vital infrastructure. Military analysts and diplomatic sources say these developments.
ISTANBUL BLOG: As Syria rancour rises, Putin deadpans “congratulations” to Turkey on nailing 50% official inflation
The golden rule is that whoever does business with Erdogan eventually pays through the nose. Russia’s leader is no exception to this rule.
Syrian opposition forces edge closer to Homs city
Syrian opposition forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) captured the strategic city of Hama on December 5, marking a dramatic escalation in the conflict as Israel launched fresh airstrikes along the Lebanese border and Kurdish forces advance.