Syria

Country in West Asia

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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. Cyprus lies to the west across the Mediterranean Sea. It is a unitary republic that consists of 14 governorates (subdivisions). A country of fertile plains, high mountains, and deserts, Syria is home to diverse ethnic and religious groups, including the majority Arabs, Kurds, Turkmens, Assyrians, Circassians, Armenians, Albanians, Greeks, and Chechens. Religious groups include Muslims, Christians, Alawites, Druze, and Yazidis. The capital and largest city is Damascus, followed by Aleppo, Homs, Latakia, Hama, Deirezor, and Raqqa. 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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Suspected U.S. Strike In Iraq Results In The Deaths Of Five Militia Members\| Oneindia News US airstrikes in Iraq killed five militants preparing to attack US forces near Kirkuk. The strike, deemed self-defense, targeted a drone site. The Islamic Resistance vowed retaliation. Subsequently,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:05Published 22 hours ago

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Multiple U.S. Attacks Hit Iran-Backed Militia in Iraq \| Oneindia News The United States carried out a defensive strike in Iraq targeting Iranian-backed militia members after an attack by the militia on American and allied personnel at Al-Asad Airbase. Eight injuries and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published 2 weeks ago

France Issues Historic Arrest Warrant Against Syria’s President Bashar Al-Assad\| OneIndia News France issues an international arrest warrant for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad due to alleged war crimes linked to a 2013 sarin gas attack that killed over 1,400 people near Damascus. This marks a.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:20Published 3 weeks ago

ICJ orders Syria to do all it can to prevent torture The interim order is intended to protect potential victims while the case accusing Syria of breaching the torture convention proceeds through the International Court of Justice, a process likely to.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 3 weeks ago

Iran’s Nuclear Production Touches Weapon Grade Mark, Amid UN Obstruction\| OneIndia News Iran's 2023 saw restored ties with Saudi Arabia and Syria, escalating tensions with Israel. Now, a UN report revealed Iran's advanced nuclear enrichment surpassing 60%, challenging global efforts to.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:21Published 3 weeks ago

American Airstrikes Intensifies on Iran-Backed Bases in Syria \| Oneindia News The United States once again targeted Iran-backed bases in Syria. The strikes were conducted in response to continuous attacks on US bases by fighters supported by Iran. These actions coincide with.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:01Published 3 weeks ago

Eight pro-Iran fighters dead in US strikes in Syria Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:07Published 3 weeks ago

Gaza : IDF Neutralises Hamas Nakba Unit Commander Ahmed Musa \| Oneindia News The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have seized strategic Hamas positions, eliminating 150 militants as part of their ongoing operation. Thousands of Palestinians are reported to be fleeing the northern.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:19Published 3 weeks ago

Russian Forces Target Drone Warehouse in Syria's Idlib Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict \| Oneindia News Russian forces launched air strikes on a drone warehouse in Syria's Idlib governorate, targeting militants responsible for shelling Syrian government positions. The extent of damage and casualties.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:01Published on November 6, 2023

'Escalating' attacks on Israel from Syria, Lebanon Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:00Published on October 30, 2023

Watch: a giant puppet called Little Amal visits the US-Mexico border Little Amal represents a girl from Aleppo in Syria driven from her home by conflict. She visited the border to draw attention to the issues surrounding migration. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on October 28, 2023

US Retaliates Against Iranian Targets in Syria for Recent Attacks on Military Bases US Retaliates , Against Iranian Targets in Syria , for Recent Attacks on Military Bases. On October 26, the United States launched attacks on targets linked with Iran in retaliation for a series of.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:30Published on October 27, 2023

US strikes Iran-linked sites in Syria in retaliation for attacks on US troops Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:39Published on October 27, 2023

US strikes two Syrian facilities after attacks by Iran-backed militia Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 00:56Published on October 27, 2023

Israel Hamas: Half Israelis want to hold off Gaza invasion, EU calls for 'pause', US strikes Syria All the latest developments from the Israel Hamas war. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:05Published on October 27, 2023

U.S. Launches Airstrikes in Syria, Targets Iranian-Backed Militias\| Oneindia News The U.S. military launched airstrikes in eastern Syria targeting Iran-linked sites in retaliation for recent drone and missile attacks on U.S. bases. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated the strikes.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:26Published on October 27, 2023

Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon, Syria amid spreading conflict Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:39Published on October 23, 2023

Israel-Hamas War: US Navy shoots down missiles and drones amid threats in Middle East \|Oneindia News With tensions spiking in the Middle East, U.S forces in the region are facing increasing threats. A Navy warship shot down missiles appearing to head toward Israel on Thursday. According to reports,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:13Published on October 20, 2023

Meet the Syrian woman extinguishing discrimination in Beirut's refugee camp "I want to prove to people that I am like anybody else who can help others. I sacrificed my fear and broke through all the barriers to face society." Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 06:00Published on October 16, 2023

Israel-Hamas Conflict\| Gaza War And The Changing World Order\| The Writing On The Wall\| OneIndia News The impact of the War between Israel and Hamas is palpable, and it will leave a lasting impact on the masses. How does it affect the World Order? Is this just the tip of the iceberg with Israel now.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 08:38Published on October 12, 2023

Canada and the Netherlands take Syria to top UN court on repeated torture charges The war in Syria has so far killed half a million people, wounded hundreds of thousands and destroyed many parts of the country. It has displaced half of Syria’s prewar population of 23 million,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:01Published on October 11, 2023

Syrian sources say 20 people killed and 50 injured in a Turkish air raid Turkey has been targeting Kurdish forces in Iraq and Syria after a gun and bomb attack in Ankara on October 1st Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published on October 9, 2023

Israel–Hamas War: Israel says rockets fired from Lebanon in north, Israel strikes back \| Oneindia Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group fired dozens of rockets and shells on Sunday at three Israeli positions in a disputed area along the country’s border with Syria’s Israeli-occupied Golan.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:47Published on October 8, 2023

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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
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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

Syria's President Assad would 'welcome home refugees' Syrian President Bashar al Assad has said he would welcome home refugees who escaped the country's long-running civil war. Sky News - Published on August 9, 2023
Syrian asylum seeker says Bibby Stockholm barge reminds him of 'hiding from IS' A traumatised Syrian asylum seeker has said living on the Bibby Stockholm would remind him of hiding from IS, as lawyers protest against his transfer on to the barge. Sky News - Published on August 8, 2023
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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Iran issues warning after US strikes on Syria left 19 dead Strikes on Iranian-linked bases will be met with an "immediate counter-response" after the reported deaths of 19 people in US attacks on Syria, an Iranian security spokesperson has warned. Sky News - Published on March 25, 2023	Biden: US will 'forcefully' protect personnel in Syria IndiaTimes - Published on March 25, 2023
US launches airstrikes in Syria after drone attack kills American contractor The US has carried out airstrikes on targets backed by Iran's Revolutionary Guard in Syria following a deadly attack on a coalition base. Sky News - Published on March 24, 2023	Children 'completely on edge' amid ongoing aftershocks in Turkey and Syria, UNICEF says The earthquake in Turkey and Syria has left children "completely on edge" and fearing their "world is going to be turned upside down again" amid ongoing aftershocks, a spokesperson for UNICEF has said. Sky News - Published on March 8, 2023
Ex-Syria captain banned for life for attacking ref The Syrian FA bans former national captain Ahmed Al-Saleh for life after he "kicked, insulted and spat on" a referee. BBC Sport - Published on March 8, 2023	Football fans throw thousands of soft toys on pitch for children affected by Turkey-Syria quake Besiktas fans threw thousands of stuffed toys onto the pitch during a match on Sunday to donate to children affected by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. Sky News - Published on February 27, 2023
Inside earthquake-hit northeast Syria, where children are dying and those left alive blame the UN Sky News has gained rare access to the warzone that is northwest Syria, now also hit by devastating earthquakes. Sky News - Published on February 24, 2023	Problem with Begum case is we only hear her side - as UK intelligence on her is classified "Can I keep my mask on? I'm looking ugly today," Shamima Begum asked me when we met in north-east Syria just over a year ago. Sky News - Published on February 22, 2023
Shamima Begum loses legal case over return to UK Shamima Begum, who left London when she was 15 to travel to Syria and join Islamic State, has lost a legal case over her British citizenship, meaning she will not be able to return to the UK. Sky News - Published on February 22, 2023	Shamima Begum is about to find out if she's allowed back into the UK - how did she get to this point? Shamima Begum - who left home in east London at the age of 15 to join Islamic State in Syria - will find out today if she is allowed back to the UK. Sky News - Published on February 21, 2023

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