Syria

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Syria, officially the Syrian Arab Republic, is a country in West Asia located in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Levant. It is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the west, Turkey to the north, Iraq to the east and southeast, Jordan to the south, and Israel and Lebanon to the southwest. It is a republic that consists of 14 governorates as subdivisions. A country of fertile plains, high mountains, and deserts, Syria is home to diverse ethnic and religious groups, including the Arabs, Assyrians, Armenians, Circassians, Greeks, Turkmens, Kurds, Albanians, and Chechens. Religious groups include Muslims, Christians, Alawites, Jews, and Druze. The capital and largest city is Damascus. Arabs are the largest ethnic group, and Sunni Muslims are the largest religious group. Syria is now the only country that is governed by Ba'athists, who advocate Arab socialism and Arab nationalism.

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Activists call for measures to stop forced deportations to Syria Human rights defenders say refugees "are increasingly becoming targets of xenophobia, discrimination, and violent aggression" upon their return to Syria. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:07Published 5 days ago

Syria On Fire: IDF Rains Missiles on Syria killing 7 Iran-linked Targets l Watch Israel reportedly conducted strikes in central Syria, targeting the Masyaf area, resulting in at least 7 deaths and 15 injuries. The region believed to house Iranian forces and pro-Iranian militias,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:21Published 1 week ago

How Turkey's Alliance with Egypt and Syria Could Shift the Middle East Balance Against Israel? Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan has stirred up controversy by calling for an Islamic alliance to counter Israel's expansionist policies. This demand comes after a Turkish-American woman was.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:33Published 1 week ago

Cyprus and EU-funded Lebanese forces complicit in forced returns of Syrian refugees, report claims The European Union is 'bankrolling' Lebanese institutions without monitoring their compliance with fundamental rights, Human Rights Watch says. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:40Published 2 weeks ago

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Olympic fever: Syrian NGO hosts 'Paralympics' in Idlib Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:06Published 2 weeks ago

‘IDF In Panic?’: Hezbollah Shakes Israeli Air Force as New Advanced Systems Hit Israeli Drones\|Watch Hezbollah's air defense capabilities have significantly improved, causing concern within the Israeli Air Force. The Lebanese group has acquired advanced Iranian systems, successfully downing Israeli.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:11Published 2 weeks ago

Israeli Drone Strike Eliminates Key PIJ and Hezbollah Member on Syrian-Lebanese Border In a decisive military operation, the Israeli Air Force conducted a drone strike near the Syrian-Lebanese border, resulting in the elimination of three Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists, including.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published 3 weeks ago

Failed Syrian asylum seeker arrested after knife attack in Germany The man was arrested after he said he was responsible for the knife attack that left three dead and eight wounded at a festival in Solingen on Sunday. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:05Published 3 weeks ago

Israel's 'Biggest' Air Strike On Syria:Hezbollah Fighters Run For Life As Israeli Jets Rain Hellfire In a dramatic escalation of regional conflict, Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah strongholds across central Syria, resulting in significant destruction and casualties. The strikes, which hit key.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:31Published 3 weeks ago

Hezbollah Unleashes Barrage of Rockets on Israeli Positions in High-Stakes Golan Heights Clash In a dramatic escalation, Hezbollah has launched a barrage of rockets at Israeli army positions in the Syrian Golan Heights and upper Galilee region, marking a significant increase in hostilities. This.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:10Published on August 20, 2024

Islamic Resistance Strikes Back: New Attacks on Israeli Forces in Golan Heights Amid Gaza Massacres The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has launched a significant new offensive against Israeli military targets on the occupied Syrian Golan Heights. This action is framed as support for Palestinians and a.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:03Published on August 19, 2024

At least 10 Syrian nationals killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon More than 500 people have been killed in exchanges between Israel and Lebanon since Oct. 8, most of them fighters with Hezbollah and other armed groups. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:01Published on August 17, 2024

Iranian Adviser Succumbs to Injuries after Syrian Attack- Khamenei Triggered by Growing Death Tolls A military adviser of the Aerospace Division of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has succumbed from injuries in a recent airstrike in Syria by the US-led occupation. #IRGC.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:20Published on August 15, 2024

Earthquake in Syria & Lebanon: Damascus and Beirut Jolted by Severe Earthquake, 25 Injured in Hama A recent earthquake in central Syria has stirred distressing memories of last year's devastating tremor, although it has had only a minor impact this time around. Measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:18Published on August 13, 2024

Syrian judoka Muna Dahouk's message to refugees: ‘Don’t give up’ Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 05:36Published on August 10, 2024

Flights cancelled to Lebanon as fears of Israel Hezbollah war loom Lebanon is expecting a retaliatory strike from Israel after a missile hit a football field in the town of Majdal Shams in the Israeli-annexed Syrian Golan Heights over the weekend, killing 12 children.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:28Published on July 30, 2024

Israel’s Missile Blitz in Lebanon: Towns In Lebanon in Flames as Tensions With Hezbollah Escalate In a dramatic escalation of regional conflict, the Israeli regime has launched a new wave of strikes against Lebanon, targeting several southern Lebanese towns. The strikes, conducted on Monday, hit.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:22Published on July 29, 2024

Russia Navy Day Parade 2024 in St. Petersburg \| Over 200 Ships Display Putin Army's Naval Power Join us as we delve into the grandeur of Russia's Navy Day Parade 2024 held in St. Petersburg. This year's event featured over 200 ships, including small missile and anti-submarine vessels, and more.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:24Published on July 28, 2024

10 killed in rocket strike on football pitch in Golan Heights, Israel blames Hezbollah Israel captured the Golan Heights from Syria during the 1967 war and the area was later annexed in 1981. It’s mainly inhabited by the Arabic-speaking Druze people who were offered Israeli citizenship.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on July 28, 2024

US Military Bases in Syria Targeted by Resistance Groups: Loud Explosions Heard After Rocket Attacks Tensions escalate as US military bases in Syria's Deir ez-Zor province and Iraq's Ain al-Asad airbase come under rocket attacks. Reports suggest Resistance groups targeted these bases, with explosions.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published on July 27, 2024

Putin hosts Syria’s Assad in Kremlin as tensions rise in Middle East Russian President Vladimir Putin met his Syrian counterpart Bashar Assad in Moscow, but no details about their discussions have been released. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on July 25, 2024

Putin and al-Assad meet as Middle East tensions continue to rise Russia's head of state met the Syrian president in Moscow on Wednesday, according to a video published by the Kremlin. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:19Published on July 25, 2024

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Bashar al Assad's wife diagnosed with leukaemia Syrian first lady Asma al Assad has been diagnosed with leukaemia, according to a statement from the president's office. Sky News - Published on May 21, 2024

Jaishankar speaks to Iranian FM on release of 17 Indians onboard seized vessel On Saturday, 17 Indians among the 25-member crew of MSC Aries was seized by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Revolutionary Guards seized the Israeli-linked cargo ship, days.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 14, 2024
17 Indians on board Israeli-linked vessel seized by Iran, India says, 'we are in touch with...' The Iranian action came amid increasing fears that Tehran may launch an attack on Israeli soil in retaliation to a strike on the Iranian consulate in Syria 12 days ago. DNA - Published on April 13, 2024
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US on high alert over threat of Iranian retaliation after top commanders killed in Syria - reports The US is on high alert over the possibility of significant retaliation from Iran following a deadly airstrike in Syria, according to American officials. Sky News - Published on April 6, 2024
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Inside the 'ticking time bomb' camp where Shamima Begum is being held The two sprawling camps overcrowded with Islamic State families in northeast Syria, where Shamima Begum has been confined for most of the last five years or so, are a continual security challenge. Sky News - Published on February 23, 2024
Biden says US will 'respond' after three American troops are killed in drone attack in Jordan Joe Biden has said the US "shall respond" after three American troops were killed and dozens more were injured in a drone strike on Saturday night in northeast Jordan near the Syrian border. Sky News - Published on January 29, 2024
India votes in favour of UNGA resolution that expresses deep concern over Israel not withdrawing from Syrian Golan IndiaTimes - Published on November 29, 2023	Syrian asylum seeker attempted to take his own life during long wait for Home Office decision An asylum seeker who escaped to the UK after five years of torture in a Syrian prison has told Sky News he was so traumatised by the long wait for a Home Office decision on his case he attempted to.. Sky News - Published on November 26, 2023
France issues arrest warrant for Syria's President Assad France has issued an international arrest warrant for Syrian President Bashar al Assad over the alleged use of banned chemical weapons against civilians. Sky News - Published on November 16, 2023	Syria's Assad should not be invited to COP28 because of environmental damage caused by war Syrian President Bashar al Assad should not be invited to this year's COP28 climate talks because of the environmental destruction he and his regime have caused, a report has said. Sky News - Published on November 7, 2023
Why it's impossible to unpick US attacks in Syria from the unfolding war Airstrikes by the United States on Iranian-linked targets in Syria are the most vivid example yet of the potential for Israel's war with Hamas to ignite a much wider regional conflict. Sky News - Published on October 27, 2023	US launches retaliatory strikes on Iran-linked munition storage sites in Syria The US military has launched retaliatory airstrikes on two locations in eastern Syria linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Pentagon has said. Sky News - Published on October 27, 2023
US shoots down armed Turkish drone over Syria, Pentagon says The United States has shot down an armed Turkish drone operating near its troops in Syria, the Pentagon said. Sky News - Published on October 5, 2023	Assad and wife laugh and wave at Asian Games amid China talks Syrian President Bashar al Assad was among the guests at the opening of the Asian Games in China as his state's diplomatic relations appear to continue growing internationally. Sky News - Published on September 23, 2023
China's Xi meets Syria's Assad and announces strategic partnership Syrian President Bashar al Assad has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in China for "in-depth talks", according to Chinese state media. Sky News - Published on September 22, 2023	Chinese fans call for refunds after loss to Syria China's men's football team were jeered by their own supporters following a 1-0 loss to Syria in a friendly in Chengdu. BBC Sport - Published on September 13, 2023
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Yazidi genocide by Islamic State ranked alongside Holocaust after UK recognition Crimes of genocide were committed by Islamic State militants against an ancient religious community in Iraq and Syria, the UK has acknowledged. Sky News - Published on August 1, 2023	Survivor of migrant boat disaster has emotional reunion with brother An 18-year-old Syrian teenager who survived after a fishing boat carrying migrants sank off the coast of Greece has been pictured in an emotional reunion with his brother. Sky News - Published on June 16, 2023
Helicopter 'mishap' leaves 22 US service personnel injured in Syria A helicopter "mishap" in northeastern Syria left 22 American service personnel injured over the weekend, the US military has said. Sky News - Published on June 13, 2023	Countries file torture complaint against Syria over 'unlawful killing' of thousands of civilians The governments of the Netherlands and Canada have filed a complaint against Syria in the International Court of Justice for breaches of the UN Convention against Torture. Sky News - Published on June 12, 2023
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Syrian president Assad invited to COP28 climate summit Syria's president Bashar al Assad has been invited to attend this year's COP28 climate talks in Dubai. Sky News - Published on May 16, 2023	Arab League votes to readmit Syria as members begin to normalise ties with President Assad The Arab League has voted to readmit Syria more than a decade after it was suspended following a bloody crackdown on street protests that led to civil war. Sky News - Published on May 7, 2023
Islamic State leader killed by Turkish intelligence services, says president The leader of Islamic State in Syria has been killed in a raid by the Turkish intelligence services, according to Turkey's president. Sky News - Published on May 1, 2023	British IS recruit who claimed he spent time in Syria 'on Playstation' pleads guilty to terror offence A former grammar school pupil has pleaded guilty to travelling to Syria to join Islamic State, despite previously claiming he had spent his time there playing computer games. Sky News - Published on April 14, 2023

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