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The Latest: Russian agency: Syrian troops battle in Mayadeen - Washington Post Fri, 06 Oct 2017 16:32:36 GMT

Washington Post

The Latest: Russian agency: Syrian troops battle in Mayadeen Washington Post BEIRUT — The Latest on the developments in Syria (all times local):. 7:25 p.m.. The Russian state RIA Novosti news agency is quoting a Syrian army general as saying that the Syrian forces have fought their way into a key Islamic State group stronghold ... Is there truth in the conspiracy theories about who killed Russian Lieutenant General Valery Asapov in Syria?The Independent Russian strikes kill 14 civilians in eastern SyriaThe National Red Cross warns hospitals hit in intense fighting in SyriaCTV News AMN Al-Masdar News all 359 news articles »

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'Jihadi Gran' gets 10 years after joining son in Syria - Reuters Fri, 06 Oct 2017 15:43:28 GMT

Reuters

'Jihadi Gran' gets 10 years after joining son in Syria Reuters Thomas Klotz, French lawyer for Christine Riviere, a radicalized mother known as "Mamie Jihad", who travelled several times to Syria to see her jihadist son, and arrested in 2014, arrives for her trial at the courthouse in Paris, France, October 5, 2017. French 'Mama Jihad' jailed for spurring on son in SyriaRFI French 'Jihadi Granny' who followed son to Syria sentenced to 10yrs in jailRT all 8 news articles »

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Assad's forces push into key IS stronghold in eastern Syria - Miami Herald Fri, 06 Oct 2017 17:19:00 GMT

Miami Herald

Assad's forces push into key IS stronghold in eastern Syria Miami Herald Syrian government forces pushed into one of the last remaining urban strongholds of the Islamic State group in the country's east on Friday, following days of fierce fighting and intense Russian airstrikes that involved cruise missiles from the ... Syria army enters eastern town in 'severe blow' to ISGulf Times Al-Qaida-linked fighters launch new attack in SyriaChampaign/Urbana News-Gazette Hundreds die in week of Syria air raidsThe Times Reuters -Anadolu Agency all 43 news articles »

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Radicalised French woman who followed son to Syria jailed for 10 years - The Guardian Fri, 06 Oct 2017 15:55:00 GMT

The Guardian

Radicalised French woman who followed son to Syria jailed for 10 years The Guardian Rivière, from Troyes in eastern France, is the oldest of around 30 women who have been held on suspicion of links to terrorism over journeys they made between France and Syria. Whereas most of the women are young, Rivière's case stood out for her ... and more »

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Saudi King's Visit to Russia Marks Shift in Relations on Syria, Oil Prices - NBCNews.com Fri, 06 Oct 2017 15:30:46 GMT

NBCNews.com

Saudi King's Visit to Russia Marks Shift in Relations on Syria, Oil Prices NBCNews.com MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted U.S. ally King Salman of Saudi Arabia for talks at the Kremlin this week, cementing a relationship that is pivotal for world oil prices and possibly signaling a shift in Middle East politics. Salman ... Russia Sells Military Weapons To Turkey and Saudi Arabia, Both Former Foes in SyriaNewsweek Putin Hosts Saudi King to Talk About Oil, SyriaVoice of America Russian subs hit terrorist targets with 'Kalibr' cruise missiles in Syria (VIDEO)RT all 776 news articles »

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Why the Syrian World Cup miracle isn't the heartwarming story it's presented as - The Independent Fri, 06 Oct 2017 14:41:20 GMT

The Independent

Why the Syrian World Cup miracle isn't the heartwarming story it's presented as The Independent Syrian striker Omar Al Somah stunned his teammates and supporters in scoring an equalising goal in Thursday's World Cup qualifier against Australia, keeping his country's hopes of its first ever finals appearance alive. His late penalty means the two ... Ref under fire for Syria's controversial penaltyThe Straits Times Iranian football referee under fire as Syrians celebrateBBC News Socceroos v Syria, World Cup play-off: Tomi Juric and Australia denied by the width of a post ... twiceNEWS.com.au Fox Sports Asia all 54 news articles »

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Syrian army ousts IS from last central Syria pocket: military source - Reuters Fri, 06 Oct 2017 18:46:21 GMT

AMN Al-Masdar News

Syrian army ousts IS from last central Syria pocket: military source Reuters BEIRUT (Reuters) - The Syrian military has cleared Islamic State from its last pocket of territory in central Syria after months of fighting, a Syrian military source said on Friday. The enclave east of the Syrian city of Homs had lain close to the ... Breaking: Syrian military command announces end of east Homs operation, 1800km2 liberatedAMN Al-Masdar News Syrian Army Completes Anti-Daesh Operation in Eastern Part of Homs ProvinceSputnik International all 13 news articles »

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Russia's New Charm Offensive in Syria - Wall Street Journal Fri, 06 Oct 2017 18:20:00 GMT

Wall Street Journal

Russia's New Charm Offensive in Syria Wall Street Journal The Umayyad Mosque in Aleppo was a symbol of Syria's tragedy: The Unesco World Heritage site was battered in fighting between the Syrian regime and its rebel foes, its minaret toppled and its ornate courtyard pitted by gunfire and shrapnel. Now the ...

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Turkey Gears Up for 'Risky' Syria Mission With Russia and Iran - Bloomberg Fri, 06 Oct 2017 13:14:04 GMT

Bloomberg

Turkey Gears Up for 'Risky' Syria Mission With Russia and Iran Bloomberg The military buildup has gained impetus since the three countries agreed to establish a combat-free zone in the Syrian province of Idlib -- largely controlled by former al-Qaeda militants -- and to monitor any violations by opposition groups or forces ... and more »

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Syria fighting worst since Aleppo, air strikes deadly: aid agencies - Reuters Thu, 05 Oct 2017 15:30:21 GMT

Reuters

Syria fighting worst since Aleppo, air strikes deadly: aid agencies Reuters GENEVA (Reuters) - Syria is in the throes of its worst fighting since the battle for eastern Aleppo last year, with heavy air strikes causing hundreds of civilian casualties, aid agencies said on Thursday. Hospitals, schools and people fleeing violence ... Syria war: Fighting worst since battle for Aleppo - ICRCBBC News Red Cross Warns of 'Harrowing' Spike in Civilian Deaths in Syria ...NBCNews.com Syria violence at worst level since Aleppo: ICRC | Syria News | Al ...Aljazeera.com The New Arab -International Committee of the Red Cross -Human Rights Watch -AFP.com all 40 news articles »