Latest in Israel launches dozens of airstrikes on Syria despite rebel leader's peace pledge
Sort by
971 items
-
Israel Strikes Military Targets in Syria
The Israeli military hit weapons depots and air defenses, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Israel has said it aims to keep military equipment away from extremists.The New York Times - 1h -
Syria is not interested in conflict with Israel, rebel leader suggests
Abu Mohammad al-Jolani says new rulers must not get distracted from task of rebuildingFinancial Times - 55m -
Israel Strikes Military Targets in Syria
The Israeli military hit weapons depots and air defenses, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Israel has said it aims to keep military equipment out of the hands of extremists ...The New York Times - 6h -
Israel launches dozens of airstrikes on Syria despite rebel leader's peace pledge
Strikes follow statement by Israel’s defence minister that troops would remain on Mount Hermon for winter. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel struck dozens of sites in Syria overnight ...The Guardian - 7h -
Blinken confirms direct contact with Syria’s rebel leaders
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Saturday that the U.S. has made direct contact with Syria’s Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) rebels, as they transition from a militant insurgency toward a ...NBC News - 7h -
Gaza aid close to all-time lows despite US warning to Israel
People endure extreme food scarcity as looters and IDF attacks on Palestinians guarding convoys choke off suppliesFinancial Times - 1d -
Russia has launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine involving dozens of cruise missiles and drones
Russia has launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine involving dozens of cruise missiles and dronesABC News - 2d -
-
Syria rebel leader vows to shut down notorious Assad prisons
Abu Mohammed al-Jolani also said he would dissolve the former regime's security forces, in a statement seen by Reuters.BBC News - 3d -
No pardons for prison torturers, says Syrian rebel leader
Abu Mohammed al-Jolani says HTS group will ask countries to hand over Assad regime officials who flee. The Islamist rebel commander responsible for the downfall of the Syrian president Bashar ...The Guardian - 3d -
Israel Strikes Military Assets Across Syria to Keep Them From Rebels
Israel capitalized on the power vacuum in Syria to bomb targets across the country, saying it aims to keep weapons away from extremists.The New York Times - 4d -
Israel launches airstrikes into Syria targeting weapons stockpiles
Israel carried out airstrikes in Syria overnight, targeting Syrian military facilities that have chemical weapons stockpiles and long-range missiles. Israeli troops also seized a border buffer zone ...CBS News - 4d -
Israel says it has carried out almost 500 airstrikes in Syria; HTS leader says world ‘has nothing to fear’ – Middle East crisis live
IDF says strikes were targeting weapons stockpiles and strategic infrastructure over past 48 hours; Ahmed al-Sharaa attempts to reassure foreign nations in TV interview. Share your reaction to ...The Guardian - 4d -
How the Rebels in Syria Captured Damascus
A visual timeline of the stunning rebel advance in SyriaThe New York Times - 5d -
Israel carries out dozens of air strikes across Syria, reports say
Israel says it is acting to stop weapons falling "into the hands of extremists" following the end of Assad's regime.BBC News - 5d -
Israel, US and Turkey launch strikes in Syria to protect interests
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebels free prisoners of the former president, Bashar al-Assad, who has fled to Russia. Inside the hunt for hidden cells in Sednaya prison Bombing raids have hit sites ...The Guardian - 5d -
Ghana's ex-leader is declared the presidential election winner and pledges 'reset' in a bad economy
Ghana’s former leader John Dramani Mahama has been declared the winner of the presidential electionABC News - 5d -
-
Israel seizes Syrian buffer zone amid airstrikes on Assad’s ‘weapons depots’
Jordan condemns incursion amid Syrian concerns that aim is to permanently occupy or annex the area. Syria live – latest updates Israeli forces have seized control of a previously demilitarised ...The Guardian - 6d -
Israel launches strikes and ground incursion into Syria after Assad downfall
After Syrian rebels took control of Damascus and forced out President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Israel carried out strikes and launched a ground incursion into Syria as a temporary measure to ...NBC News - 6d -
Who Is the Leader of Syria’s Rebel Offensive?
Abu Mohammad al-Jolani spearheaded a lightning assault that led to the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.The New York Times - 6d -
US launches airstrikes against ISIS camps in Syria
The United States has launched airstrikes against ISIS camps in Syria, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement. The operation consisted of “dozens of precision airstrikes” and struck ...The Hill - 6d -
Syria live: ‘The future is ours’ says Syrian rebel leader after Assad flees – latest updates
Reports from Kremlin source that Russia grants Assad and family asylum; Israeli airstrike on security complex, say regional security sources. We have some more comments from Turkey’s foreign ...The Guardian - 6d -
-
-
Who are the rebels in Syria?
The Islamist militant group HTS has a long and involved history in the Syrian conflict.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Leader of Syria’s Resurgent Rebels Lays Out Strategy to Oust Assad
In an interview, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the Islamist rebel heading an offensive moving toward Damascus, said the operation was a long time coming.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Syrian Rebels Push South, Despite Efforts to Slow Them
Government forces appeared to be reinforcing crucial strongholds including the capital, Damascus, and the major city of Homs.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Syria's Civil War Puts Israel in a Bind: 'Devil We Know' or Islamist Rebels
Middle East watchers say the best hope for Israel is that two of its enemies weaken but don’t destroy each other.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
Israeli airstrikes kill dozens of Palestinians in Gaza, Palestinian health official says
Israel launched a series of airstrikes in Gaza on Wednesday, according to a Palestinian health official. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Israel’s Military Says Hostages Were Likely Killed by Hamas as Airstrike Hit
The six hostages, whose bodies were found in Gaza over the summer, were probably shot in February by their captors as an Israeli strike hit close to the tunnel where they were held, the military said.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Israel, Hezbollah exchanging strikes despite ceasefire
Last week's ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is in a fragile spot with Israel on Monday launching its largest wave of airstrikes across Lebanon since agreeing to the deal. Israel's military ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
-
Fighting resumes in eastern Congo despite ceasefire between army and rebels
Fighting between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group has resumed in eastern Congo ahead of potential mediation talksABC News - Dec. 3 -
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truce
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truceNBC News - Dec. 3 -
Airstrikes hit hospitals in Syria’s Idlib region as insurgents fight Assad forces
White Helmets say at least 18 people killed in strikes on five healthcare facilities including maternity hospital. A wave of airstrikes has pummelled hospitals and neighbourhoods in the rebel-held ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
Israel carries out airstrikes in Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire – Middle East crisis live
Israeli military spokesperson says army attacking targets in Lebanon with ‘further details later’. Fighting has had a heavy toll in Lebanon in the last 13 months, with almost 4,000 people killed by ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Israel responds to Hezbollah rocket attack with airstrikes on south Lebanon
Bombing comes an hour after Israeli PM, Benjamin Netanyahu, vowed a ‘strong’ response to Hezbollah’s action. Israel has carried out a series of airstrikes in the Nabatieh district, south Lebanon, ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
