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The article reports on the search and rescue operations in Turkey and Syria to find survivors following the 7.8 earthquake that struck the countries. It offers an overview of death toll and damage caused by the quake and the desperation of family members in digging for survivors. It shows the difficulty facing the Syrian and Turkish population who are in poverty, as well as the struggle of residents to find food and wood to light firms to warm their families.

The article reports on the emergence of amphetamine drug called captagon run by associates and relatives of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Topics mentioned include production and distribution of the drug under the supervision of the Fourth Armored Division of Syrian Army, the estimated number of captagon pills seized across the globe in 2021, and thoughts from U.S. special envoy for Syria Joel Rayburn on the idea of going to the Syrian government to ask about cooperation.

The article reports on the airstrikes carried out by Turkish fighter jets in northern Syria and Iraq as part of an antiterrorism campaign by the Turkish government aimed to root out militants accused of orchestrating a deadly bomb attack in Istanbul, Turkey.

The article reports on the resurgence of embattled Syrian President Bashar al-Assad after years of civil war that brutalized his country's economy. Also cited are the appeal by Lebanese senior officials to al-Assad for help in ensuring electricity supply, the support by the U.S. for the revival of a gas pipeline traversing Syrian territory, and his improving relationship with Jordan's King Abdullah II.

The article reports on the acute economic crisis facing Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who has mostly won Syria's civil war. Topics discussed include remarks from Danny Makki, a Syrian analyst at the Middle East Institute in Washington, estimated number of Syrians who live in poverty, and trading of the Syrian pound against the U.S. dollar.

The article reports that Kurds in Syria asked Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on December 28, 2018 to protect them from possible attack by Turkey. The request could help pave the way for the forces of al-Assad to start retaking the Kurdish-held part of the country near Turkey's border. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that he was withdrawing U.S. troops from Syria. Kurdish People's Protection Units said Syria should send troops to the city of Manbij near the Turkish border.

The article reports on the attack of American-backed coalition to oust militants and reclaim the Syrian city of Hajin, the last vestige of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria's (ISIS) caliphate that straddled Syria and Iraq. It reveals the Islamic State's lost of the territories it seized in Syria and considers its defeat after a counter-insurgency operation. Observation and analysis of the shifting attack strategy of the ISIS, with lesser suicide attacks, ambushes and executions, is presented.

The article reports that the children are living in squalid detention camps, in northeastern Syria lacking schools, health care and clean water, and where disease and jihadist ideology are rampant. Topics include the children in Syria threatens their mental and physical health and risks their indoctrination with Islamic State ideology; and some children have lived in the camps for years, and at least nine children of European parents have died of preventable causes.

The article reports that Syrian government was accused by investigative team with international group on having launched chemical weapons attacks on village in northern of Syria and mentions that Syrian fighter jets and dropped bombs containing sarin nerve agent on the village.

The article offers information related to the condition of Prison cells led by Kurdish-led forces in Syria.

The article reports that the U.S. has accelerated a withdrawal of American forces from Syria that set the stage for the Turkish invasion of Kurdish-controlled land.

The article reports on the plans of the commander of the American-backed militia in Syria top attack Turkish forces if they enter northeastern Syria, and mentions that the Turkey's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan has indicated that such an operation was imminent.

The article informs that an Iranian oil tanker Adrian Darya I was carrying crude oil from Iran that Western nations suspected was bound for Syria in violation of sanctions imposed by the European Union.

The article discusses the Israeli military's airstrike on a Syrian military base on April 9, 2018, with a particular focus on its killing of Iran military personnel assisting the Syrian government of President Bashar al-Assad in the Syrian Civil War. An overview of Israel's aerial bombing of the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in Syria is provided.

The article discusses the casualties from the poisonous gas attack on Douma, Syria amidst the Syrian Civil War, allegedly by Syrian government forces under Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. An overview of the Russian government's response to claims that the Syrian military conducted the gas attack is provided.

The article discusses U.S. air strike on Syrian air base commanded by president Donald Trump to avenge chemical weapons attack by Syrian military. Topics include question on Trump's motives, status of war afflicted Syria since 2011, challenges faced by humanitarian aid providers and military action by Syrian president Bashar al-Assad.

The article reports on the Syrian government's victory, with support from Russia, in taking control of Aleppo, Syria in December 2016. Topics discussed include the Syrian and Russian forces' launch of air raids on rebel-held parts of the city, the accusation that Russia and Syria conducted air strikes which purposefully targeted rescue workers and civilian structures, and the reluctance of the U.S. and many other countries to get involved in the Syrian civil war.

The article discusses the Russian and Syrian government armed forces' aerial bombing of Aleppo, Syria amidst the country's civil war, including the infrastructural damage caused by the bombings and the status of the civil war's ceasefire.

A review is offered for the Palace of the Princes restaurant located in Syria.

The article reports that Syrian and Russian warplanes have carried out airstrikes in Idlib Province, Syria ignoring a warning from U.S. President Donald Trump which states that this could cause human catastrophe.

The article reports on the destructions caused by the terrorist organiation, Islamic State (ISIS) in Tel Tal, Syria in 2018.

The article reports that terrorist organization Al Qaeda, weakened by drone aircraft strikes by the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) since 2006, is seeking to establish itself in Syria. It cites American and European intelligence and counterterrorism officials who state that such a move would likely result in conflict between Qaeda and extremist organization the Islamic State (ISIS).

The article reports on a proposed agreement between the U.S. and Russia for an imminent partial truce in Syria which is awaiting a final approval, according to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry. He said that the agreement awaited a conversation between U.S. President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir V. Putin to begin the final details. In addition, it also talks about the blasts in Sayeda Zeinab, Syria.

The article discusses the social conditions and daily life in Kurdish region of northeastern Syria amid the Syrian Civil War, including in regard to the terrorism organization the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria's (ISIS's) former control of the region. An overview of the relations between the region's Kurds and the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, including the level of autonomy they have from the Syrian government is provided.

The article discusses difficulties facing a U.S. alliance dominated by Kurds intended to equip ground forces in Syria to battle the militant group Islamic State (ISIS) as of early November 2015. According to the article, the administration of U.S. president Barack Obama announced the equipment effort following a failed U.S. agency the Department of Defense initiative to train and arm Syrian rebels to fight ISIS. The article examines the logistical and political difficulties faced by Kurds and Arabs fighting ISIS and Turkey's perspective of Kurdish autonomy as a security threat.

The article focuses on the Syrian rebel group known as Ahrar al-Sham, or the Free Men of Syria. The author explains that Ahrar al-Sham has vowed to fight the terrorist organization the Islamic State, also known as ISIS or ISIL, discusses their views on Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, and explores their relationship with the militant Islam terrorist organization Qaeda. INSET: Water Is Called Casualty of War.

The article reports on the people killed by the extremist group Islamic State in Syria.

The article reports on the poor conditions for people in Raqqa, Syria which was the capital of Islamic State (ISIS).

The article reports on the alleged airstrikes in Syrian military sites that produce advanced missiles and chemical weapons.

The article reports on the impact of the airstrikes initiated by U.S. military in Raqqa, Syria. It states that while airstrikes were made to disrupt the activities of the Islamic State, the residents of the area were mad. It adds that the residents have anticipated the possible destabilizing effects of the military campaign including the increase of prices on basic commodities like fuel and food.

The article discusses the political implications of U.S. president Barack Obama's decision to order U.S. airstrikes against the Islamic State (ISIS) extremist organization, noting that the airstrikes against ISIS and other terrorist groups could be seen as benefiting the forces of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad in the Syrian civil war. Topics addressed include the U.S.'s cooperation with various Arab countries on the strikes, as well as plans to support moderate rebel groups fighting against al-Assad.

The article discusses U.S. airstrikes against the Sunni extremist organization ISIS (Islamic State in Iraq and Syria) and examines reaction from civilians and the potential effects on Syria during its ongoing civil war. It notes that attacks targeted ISIS training facilities, military bases it had captured, and its economic infrastructure. Civilian casualties are covered as well as skepticism from Syrians that the involvement of the American-led coalition will improve conditions.

The article reports on a car bomb attack on a group of buses carrying residents and fighters who had been evacuated from two besieged towns in Aleppo, Syria, which killed a number of people, and mentions impact of the attack on a deal between the government and the rebels.

The article informs that evacuations of thousands of civilians and fighters have highlighted the prevalence of siege warfare in Syria and mentions that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has fought to prevent rebel movement.

The article reports on the missile strike of the U.S. military troops in Syria, which upended assumptions on the involvement of the country in the middle East in 2017.

The article offers information on former stand-up comedian Bilal Abdul Kareem, his coverage of outrage by American drone strike and criticism of jihadists of the Islamic State while also explaining why jihad in Syria is a religious obligation.

The article discusses United Nations Security Council's voting to send United Nations observers to monitor evacuations from the Syrian city of Aleppo and also discusses the evacuation of Syrian people done after voting by United Nations, and Syrian governments help for it.

The article reports on a seizure of refugee camps in Aleppo, Syria by Syrian military forces in the face of reported airstrikes by Saudi Arabia in the region, as of September 2016, and mentions comments from Syria's foreign minister, Walid al-Moallem presented at the United Nations.

The article reports that the Mi-8 helicopter of the Russian military has been shot down by a ground fire in Idlib, Syria which killed three crew members and two officers and was considered the deadliest episode since the country's intervention in the Syrian war.

The article discusses the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) Islamic extremist organization's governance of the city of Raqqa, Syria amidst the Syrian civil war as of July 24, 2014. Topics addressed include ISIS' blend of an Islamic fundamentalist approach to governing with considerations of maintaining order and practical governance, the implications of ISIS' approach in Raqqa in terms of its broader political goals, and the attitudes of Raqqa residents towards ISIS.

The article reports on the Supreme Military Council, the central body of top insurgent commanders who would coordinate military campaigns, direct foreign support and serve as a unifying force for their diverse movement in Syria. It states that Islamist groups have seized the council's weapons storerooms, members have stolen or sold its supplies and its armed commander has joined Al Qaeda. It mentions that the council's dysfunction follows after its members decided to oust General Salim Idris.

The article discusses attacks of civilians and humanitarian aid convoys in Homs, Syria despite a three-day cease-fire that was agreed to as part of international peace talks regarding the Syrian Civil War as of February 9, 2014. Topics addressed include siege tactics used in the war in which civilians are restricted from access to food and medical care, as well as the unlikelihood that a peace agreement will be reached at the talks.

The article examines the social conditions and political violence in the Middle East, focusing on how the lack of an American presence has led to increased sectarian conflict in countries such as Iraq, Lebanon, and Syria. Particular attention is given to the growing influence of radical Islamists in Syria and Iraq operating under allegiance to the terrorist organization Al Qaeda. It goes on to discuss attempts by the government of Saudi Arabia to establish political dominance in the area.

The article focuses on the vow of Hassan Nasrallah, leader of Islamic militant group Hezbollah, to heighten fight against the radical Sunni Muslims whom he accused for car bombing against its group in Beirut, Lebanon. It states that many Lebanese have seen the attack as a payback for the military support of the group to the government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad during the civil war in Syria. Nasrallah says that the attacks will lead the group to double the size of its forces in Syria.

The article reports on the transformation of Fadel Shaker from a popular singer hailed as "the king of romance" to a militant who renounced popular music as forbidden by Islam. It says that Shaker's transformation has left people angry and raised question about how Syria's civil war has resulted to splits in Lebanese society. It adds that Shaker has grew beard and performed religious ballads at mass rallies organized by Sunni groups in support of the rebels in the country.

The article discusses a shift in momentum in the Syrian civil war in favor of the forces of President Bashar al-Assad as of July 17, 2013. Topics addressed include dissension and infighting amongst rebel groups in Syria, the amount of territory controlled by Assad's forces, and international support for Assad and for the opposition.

The article reports on suicide attacks in the Syrian cities of Jableh and Tartus on May 23, 2016, kiling scores of people and shattering calm for supporters of President Basharal-Assad.

The article reports on airstrikes at rebel-held towns in Syria, by Syrian forces backed by Russian airstrikes; statement of Russia's Defense Ministry for a hotline established with the Israeli military to avoid clashes in the sky and comments from American officials regarding the same.

The article reports on the American-led airstrike in the northern Syrian village of Atmeh in August 2015 that killed eight civilians.

The article reports on two new offensives carried out by the militant group Islamic State (ISIS) in the province of Kobani, North Syria, wherein intensive airstrikes were launched by the U.S. military forces to helped the Kurdish forces rout the jihadists.