Fleeing teachers latest blow to Syrian refugee kids
As thousands more people pour into packed camps in Iraq, many teachers with the money to escape are heading for Europe
Syria Crisis
Assad allegedly open to elections, but only if he wins
Russia, the U.S., Saudi Arabia and Turkey are discussing new ideas for a political transition in Syria to end the nearly five-year war
U.S., Russia discuss organizing Syria political process
Two nations remain deeply divided on future of Bashar Assad; Russian foreign minister says Moscow ready to support Free Syrian Army in fight against ISIS
Kerry and Russian counterpart huddling on Syria
It is unclear there will be any breakthroughs regarding the civil war there
Assad shows up to thank Putin for the save
In 1st known departure from country since war began in 2011, Syrian dictator lauds Putin for help fighting "terrorists," and shows who is really now in control
U.S., Russia sign memorandum of understanding on Syria
Terms attempting to avoid conflict in Syrian airspace comes days after closest approach between Russian and American aircraft
U.S. confirms another key "Khorasan" leader killed
Coalition airstrike hit Sanafi al-Nasr, a top-ranking al Qaeda jihadist who American officials link to alleged sub-group plotting against U.S.
Syrian activists say Russians targeted funeral mourners
Assad troops yet again accused of dropping barrel bombs on villages, as new intense air assault kills civilians in ISIS-free territories
Iran sends fighters to Syria, using cover from Russia's air campaign
Arrival of hundreds of Iranian troops highlights the far-reaching goals of Russia's military involvement in Syria
U.S., Russian jets had another close pass in Syria, Pentagon says
Ahead of planned talks to better regulate the skies over the Syrian conflict, another Russian jet passed within "visual range" of an American plane
Russian embassy in Syria shelled
Explosions hit Damascus compound as pro-government supporters gathered for rally outside; al Qaeda condemns Moscow's new "Crusader campaign"
Putin: Russian bombs key to Syria political compromise
Syrian government troops with Moscow's aerial muscle behind them making gains, as rival rebels team up against Russian onslaught
U.S. weighing Russian response on Syria flight safety
Response comes after a series of Russian aircraft incidents that raised concerns about the potential for mishaps with U.S.-led coalition
Iran loses top commander helping Assad in Syria
Senior commander of elite Quds Force killed on battlefield as France blasts Russia for avoiding ISIS with most airstrikes
Syrian family adjusts to life in America
After waiting two years in Lebanon during extensive background check, family is now making a home in North Carolina
Russia tipping the balance for Assad in Syria war?
After more than 4 years of stalemate and 250,000 deaths, dictator who Obama said must go could be gaining the upper hand
Iran lobbied for Russian campaign in Syria, officials say
One of Iran's most powerful generals met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to push for intervention, Iraqi government officials say
With escalating Russian bombings, Assad's troops attack
U.S. continues to accuse Moscow of neglecting ISIS to target moderate rebels, who claim they're now fighting Russian and Iranian troops
Syria launches assault on rebels, Russia raises stakes
After a week of airstrikes Moscow says it's targeting ISIS from the sea, but so far Assad and his closest ally appeared focused on other groups
U.S. and Russia remain at odds in skies over Syria
Russia said its fighter jets targeted several ISIS positions on Tuesday; but some locations are not in an area controlled by terror group
Turkey reports 2nd day of harassment by Russian military
Turkish F-16s patrolling Syria border targeted by both MIG-29 plane as well as surface-to-air missile systems based in Syria
Russian "volunteers" likely to fight with Assad's troops
As tension soars in wake of what NATO calls Moscow's "irresponsible" actions, Russian pol says ex-troops will "probably" join war
Russia invading Turkish airspace no "accident": U.S. official
Turkey scrambled F-16s after a Russian warplane entered its borders; Russia claims it was "by mistake," amid concerns about their intentions in Syria
Another ancient treasure lost to ISIS
Activists say militants have destroyed nearly 2,000-yera-old "Arch of Triumph" as plundering of ancient city of Palmyra continues
Assad: I would leave office if it would help
Embattled Syrian president talks Russia's role as Mideast "savior," as well as the possibility of stepping down in new interview
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Saudi airport stays shut as Houthi attacks kill 20 people in a week
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles in continued weapons tests
Transcript: Sen. Chris Murphy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026
