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Fighting surges in Syria amid apparent collapse of truce backed by US, Russia - Washington Post Thu, 14 Apr 2016 19:24:47 GMT

Washington Post

Fighting surges in Syria amid apparent collapse of truce backed by US, Russia Washington Post GAZIANTEP, Turkey — A surge in fighting across Syria on Thursday signaled the apparent collapse of a landmark cease-fire that has been under mounting stress in recent days because of intensifying assaults by government forces and rebels. The partial ... Fighting in Syria's Aleppo Forces Thousands to FleeABC News Syria conflict: Intense fighting in north threatens truceBBC News New Aleppo assault casts fresh cloud over Syria peace talksReuters Press TV all 71 news articles »

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Listening to the Stories of Syria's Dead - Foreign Policy (blog) Thu, 14 Apr 2016 19:30:56 GMT

Foreign Policy (blog)

Listening to the Stories of Syria's Dead Foreign Policy (blog) Tania El Khoury's exhibit, “Gardens Speak,” documents the lives of 10 Syrians killed during the country's uprisings and subsequent civil war. Each of their families was forced, for a variety of reasons, to bury the dead in gardens at home instead of in ... and more »

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Parts Of Syria Vote In Parliamentary Elections That Critics Say Are A Sham - NPR Wed, 13 Apr 2016 17:58:20 GMT

NPR

Parts Of Syria Vote In Parliamentary Elections That Critics Say Are A Sham NPR Syria's bloody civil war has been raging for six years. At least a quarter of a million people have been killed, and half the country is displaced. Major swaths of the county are held by ISIS or opposition fighters. But in government-held areas ... Syria Holds Parliamentary Elections In 'Flimsy Facade Of Democracy'Huffington Post Syria's Partial Cease-Fire Shows Signs of CrumblingNew York Times The Latest: Syrian opposition in Geneva lashes out at AssadU.S. News & World Report BBC News -Chicago Tribune -RT all 1,425 news articles »

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Putin says Syria army in 'strong position' despite Russian drawdown - BBC News Thu, 14 Apr 2016 12:29:59 GMT

BBC News

Putin says Syria army in 'strong position' despite Russian drawdown BBC News Russian president Vladimir Putin has said the Syrian army is able to carry out "serious offensive operations" despite a drawdown of Russian forces. He said Syrian government forces had achieved some recent important victories, including in Palmyra. Syria army strong enough after Russia withdrawal: PutinPress TV Putin defends Syria policy and dismisses Panama Papers in Russia TV phone-ineuronews During Call-in, Putin Airs Views on US, Syria, Economy, PotholesVoice of America Sputnik International all 499 news articles »

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US, Russia Talking 'Almost Daily' on Syria Military Actions - ABC News Fri, 15 Apr 2016 01:13:52 GMT

US, Russia Talking 'Almost Daily' on Syria Military Actions ABC News But simultaneous U.S. and Russian air campaigns in Syria fueled concerns about a dangerous aerial incident. Rice's remarks come amid other major military strains between the two countries. The U.S. said Thursday it had raised concerns with Russia ... and more »

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Syria Elections 2016: US-NATO's Failed Attempt to Deny the Will of the Syrian People - Center for Research on Globalization Thu, 14 Apr 2016 15:00:05 GMT

Center for Research on Globalization

Syria Elections 2016: US-NATO's Failed Attempt to Deny the Will of the Syrian People Center for Research on Globalization So contrary to spurious claims from western governments and media, efforts were made to open the voting to all Syrian civilians including those who have fled terrorists held areas. We must also bear in mind that over 90% of IDPs [Internally displaced ...

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Renewed Fighting Threatens Latest Round of Syria Peace Talks - Voice of America Thu, 14 Apr 2016 20:50:20 GMT

Voice of America

Renewed Fighting Threatens Latest Round of Syria Peace Talks Voice of America Syrian government delegates are due to attend peace talks with opposition representatives Friday in Geneva to try to bring an end to five years of fighting that has killed more than half a million people. However, there are growing fears that the cease ... and more »

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Greek Fighter Jets Buzz Refugees Fleeing War in Syria - The Intercept Thu, 14 Apr 2016 18:18:53 GMT

The Intercept

Greek Fighter Jets Buzz Refugees Fleeing War in Syria The Intercept It might not get as much attention as a U.S. Navy destroyer being buzzed by Russian warplanes, but Greek fighter jets rattled the nerves of refugees fleeing the war in Syria on Thursday by conducting military exercises directly above a makeshift camp ... and more »

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Ceasefire in Syria Close to Collapse - Voice of America (blog) Wed, 13 Apr 2016 21:22:13 GMT

Voice of America (blog)

Ceasefire in Syria Close to Collapse Voice of America (blog) The ceasefire that began in February in Syria is close to collapsing, say those in the conflict. Rebel fighters and politicians opposed to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad have been working together to unseat him. After five years, the United States ... 'Focal Point of War': Fate of Syrian Conflict Will Be Determined in AleppoSputnik International Currency crash adds to Syrians' woesAl-Monitor all 63 news articles »

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US hits ISIS with 21 airstrikes in Iraq and Syria - New York Post Thu, 14 Apr 2016 13:02:00 GMT

New York Post

US hits ISIS with 21 airstrikes in Iraq and Syria New York Post WASHINGTON — The US-led coalition staged 21 strikes on Wednesday against the Islamic State militant group, according to the coalition leading the operations in Iraq and Syria. In a statement released on Thursday, the Combined Joint Task Force said it ... US touts successes against ISIL as Syria talks resumeUSA TODAY ISIS Expands Reach Despite Military and Financial SetbacksNew York Times US-Led Coalition Carries Out 21 Airstrikes Against Daesh in Syria, IraqSputnik International all 73 news articles »