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Refugee 'lost hope' in Syria, but rediscovered it in the US - Los Angeles Times Fri, 27 Jan 2017 02:24:12 GMT

Los Angeles Times

Refugee 'lost hope' in Syria, but rediscovered it in the US Los Angeles Times Just over a year ago, Haji, 26, was still living in Turkey, having fled his home in Syria and become a refugee. He had longed to go to the United States ever since he was a teenager, when he begged his father to let him study there. He arrived in Utah ... Trump says he'll order 'safe zones' for Syria, regrets not 'taking' oil out of IraqRT Trump's “safe zones” will help Syria and America — but what about Canada?The Rebel Rutland Mayor: First Two Resettled Syrian Families 'Will Probably Be The Last'Vermont Public Radio CBS News -WCAX all 76 news articles »

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Syria Safe-Zone Idea Carries Risks for US - Wall Street Journal Fri, 27 Jan 2017 01:40:16 GMT

Wall Street Journal

Syria Safe-Zone Idea Carries Risks for US Wall Street Journal WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump's pledge to create safe zones in Syria for displaced civilians carries with it the possibility of greater U.S. military involvement in the country's conflict, including a more substantial use of air power and of ... Turkey and Russia skeptical of Trump's plan to create safe havens in SyriaThe Guardian Syrian Rebels Await Trump's Promise of Safe ZonesNewsweek Refugee Bana Alabed begs Trump to save Syria's childrenCBS News Jalopnik -Military Times -ABC News all 469 news articles »

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The mystery surrounding Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard's trip to Syria - Washington Post Thu, 26 Jan 2017 15:44:45 GMT

Washington Post

The mystery surrounding Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard's trip to Syria Washington Post Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) just did something few members of Congress dare to do these days: Go to Syria and meet with the man the United States has actively been trying to oust, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Besides the fact a sitting member of ... Tulsi Gabbard reveals she met Assad in Syria, without informing top DemocratsThe Guardian Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard met with Syria's Assad during tripSalon Rep. Tulsi Gabbard defends meeting with Syrian President Bashar al-AssadCBS News Hawaii News Now -Daily Kos -Roll Call all 106 news articles »

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Pentagon Official Details Counter-ISIL Progress in Iraq, Syria - Department of Defense Thu, 26 Jan 2017 21:01:38 GMT

Department of Defense

Pentagon Official Details Counter-ISIL Progress in Iraq, Syria Department of Defense The coalition carried out more than 50 airstrikes over the last week in Syria, supporting Syrian Democratic Forces in clearing nearly 30 square kilometers northwest of Raqqa, the captain said. "The counter-ISIL coalition continues to lay tremendous ... and more »

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Exclusive: Syria's million-tonne Russian wheat deal in jeopardy - Reuters Thu, 26 Jan 2017 17:08:16 GMT

Reuters

Exclusive: Syria's million-tonne Russian wheat deal in jeopardy Reuters The last of the three tenders was specifically for wheat from Russia, which supports President Bashar al-Assad's government in the war and from whom Syria often buys its wheat. Although foodstuffs are not restricted, banking sanctions and asset freezes ... and more »

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UN Aid Chief Accuses Syria of Blocking Help to Neediest - ABC News Thu, 26 Jan 2017 21:01:49 GMT

Wall Street Journal

UN Aid Chief Accuses Syria of Blocking Help to Neediest ABC News The U.N. humanitarian chief accused the Syrian government on Thursday of blocking aid to hundreds of thousands of the country's neediest people despite a nationwide cease-fire that has given "a glimmer of hope" that the conflict might be coming to an end. UN Official Accuses Syria of Blocking Aid Deliveries During Cease-FireWall Street Journal Briefers Describe Syria's Grim Humanitarian Situation, Dire Food Insecurity, Urging Sustained Security Council ...ReliefWeb UN says Syria government are blocking aidSky News Australia all 13 news articles »

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Syria war: Rebels unite after attack by Idlib jihadists - BBC News Thu, 26 Jan 2017 15:08:42 GMT

BBC News

Syria war: Rebels unite after attack by Idlib jihadists BBC News Insurgent factions in Syria have joined together to fight off an assault by a powerful jihadist group which launched an attack on rebels this week. Several militias formed an alliance with key Islamist group Ahrar al-Sham amid some of the worst inter ... Al-Qaeda Consolidates Its Front Groups In SyriaCenter for Research on Globalization Syrian Islamist rebels band together to repel hard-line jihadist attacks – reportRT Rebel Infighting in Northern Syria IntensifiesVoice of America Haaretz -Reuters all 86 news articles »

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Michigan has 2nd highest Syrian refugee population in US - Detroit Free Press Thu, 26 Jan 2017 15:16:03 GMT

Detroit Free Press

Michigan has 2nd highest Syrian refugee population in US Detroit Free Press President Donald Trump later today will likely sign an order restricting refugee resettlements and visas as he tightens up immigration. According to reports on the draft order Trump will sign, it will suspend visas from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan ... Trump is set to INDEFINITELY block Syrian refugeesDaily Mail Trump Prepares To Halt Syrian Refugee Admissions, Limit Muslim EntryHuffington Post Trump to sign executive order banning Syrian refugees from USNew York Post Fox News Insider -Chronicle of Higher Education (subscription) all 339 news articles »

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Trump says Syrian refugees aren't vetted. We are. Here's what we went through. - Washington Post Thu, 26 Jan 2017 11:11:23 GMT

Washington Post

Trump says Syrian refugees aren't vetted. We are. Here's what we went through. Washington Post Editor's note: Linda J. and her family are Syrian refugees who made their way from Damascus to Lebanon and then to Baltimore. She worked with a caseworker and a translator from the International Rescue Committee, the nonprofit agency that helped them ... and more »

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Royal Navy is escorting Russian 'ship of shame' on its way home from Syria, says Michael Fallon - The Independent Thu, 26 Jan 2017 16:42:08 GMT

Times of India

Royal Navy is escorting Russian 'ship of shame' on its way home from Syria, says Michael Fallon The Independent Russia's only aircraft carrier is currently being escorted through British waters after being utilised for the first time in last month's massive offensive on the Syrian city of Aleppo, Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has said. “We will keep a close ... Russian 'ship of shame' returning from Syria: UKTimes of India all 64 news articles »