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Russia threatens retaliatory strikes against US troops and their allies in Syria - Washington Post Thu, 21 Sep 2017 13:19:36 GMT

Washington Post

Russia threatens retaliatory strikes against US troops and their allies in Syria Washington Post MOSCOW — Russia on Thursday raised the threat of a direct confrontation with U.S. forces in Syria, saying that it would target areas occupied by American units and U.S.-backed militias if its troops came under fire. The warning was issued amid rising ... Russia gives warning to US in SyriaNew York Post Russians Warn of More Strikes on US Troops in SyriaForeign Policy (blog) Russian special forces helping Syrian troops in key cityABC News The Independent -Reuters -The Sydney Morning Herald all 227 news articles »

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Exclusive: Turkey to deploy troops inside Syria's Idlib - Erdogan - Reuters Thu, 21 Sep 2017 18:54:40 GMT

Reuters

Exclusive: Turkey to deploy troops inside Syria's Idlib - Erdogan Reuters NEW YORK (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday Turkey will deploy troops in Syria's northern Idlib region as part of a so-called de-escalation agreement brokered by Russia last month. The “de-escalation” zones, agreed by Turkey, ... and more »

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Syria's Kurds to hold historic vote in 'message' to Assad - Reuters Thu, 21 Sep 2017 15:31:37 GMT

Reuters

Syria's Kurds to hold historic vote in 'message' to Assad Reuters BEIRUT (Reuters) - Kurdish-led regions of northern Syria will hold elections on Friday, a historic expression of free will and a message to President Bashar al-Assad as he seeks to reassert control over the whole country, a senior Syrian Kurdish ... and more »

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From Syria to Sydney's beaches where migrants are fatally drowning in large numbers - The Sydney Morning Herald Thu, 21 Sep 2017 14:18:09 GMT

The Sydney Morning Herald

From Syria to Sydney's beaches where migrants are fatally drowning in large numbers The Sydney Morning Herald Syrian refugee Alaa (Alan) Alnseer, 23, has pulled the injured out of bombed buildings in war-torn Damascus, but after his first experience of rough surf he wants to stop drownings on NSW's most dangerous patrolled beach. Mr Alnseer may be brave but he ... and more »

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US announces $700M in aid for Syria - The Hill Thu, 21 Sep 2017 23:23:51 GMT

The Hill

US announces $700M in aid for Syria The Hill The State Department announced on Thursday that the U.S. is providing nearly $700 million in additional humanitarian aid for Syrians caught in the middle of the country's bloody civil war. “The new funding also helps mitigate the impact of the crisis ... US announces near $700 million in humanitarian aid to SyriaReuters US donates USD 697 mln. to conflict-hit SyriansKuwait News Agency all 14 news articles »

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How far could the dangerous endgame in eastern Syria go? - Washington Post Mon, 18 Sep 2017 05:00:57 GMT

Washington Post

How far could the dangerous endgame in eastern Syria go? Washington Post It also happens to contain most of Syria's oil resources. But much more is at stake: the future contours of postwar Syria; Kurdish aspirations to some form of autonomy; and the competition for influence in the Middle East among the United States, Iran ... Russia bombed location where US troops were present - CNNPoliticsCNN Jets strike US-backed forces in eastern SyriaReuters Syrian army closes in on ISIL in Deir Az ZorAljazeera.com Fox News all 161 news articles »

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In Kitchens Across New York, 'Oh My Sweet Land' Serves Up Stories Of Syria - NPR Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:49:00 GMT

NPR

In Kitchens Across New York, 'Oh My Sweet Land' Serves Up Stories Of Syria NPR Many plays have been called "kitchen sink" dramas because of their attempts at realism, but Oh My Sweet Land takes that to the extreme. It uses not just the sink but also the stove, the refrigerator, a chopping board and a very big knife — and it's ... and more »

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Trapped: The Desperation of Syria's Displaced Civilians | The Nation - The Nation. Tue, 19 Sep 2017 14:08:10 GMT

The Nation.

Trapped: The Desperation of Syria's Displaced Civilians | The Nation The Nation. By sealing their borders, Syria's neighbors have blocked the escape routes of millions. and more »

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US and allies won't rebuild Syria without political process - Washington Post Tue, 19 Sep 2017 01:44:12 GMT

Washington Post

US and allies won't rebuild Syria without political process Washington Post NEW YORK — The Islamic State is rapidly losing control of territory in Syria, but donor countries will not reconstruct the war's damage until a “credible” political process emerges from negotiations, a senior U.S. official said Monday. David ... and more »

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Sustained engagement vital to address immense humanitarian needs in Syria – UN official - UN News Centre Thu, 21 Sep 2017 23:50:36 GMT

UN News Centre

Sustained engagement vital to address immense humanitarian needs in Syria – UN official UN News Centre In the makeshift camp at Ain Issa, north of the Raqqa in Syria, a girl carries a UNICEF backpack and some clothing. More than 6,000 people live in harsh conditions and the numbers continue to rise as violence escalates in the area. UNICEF/Souleiman ...