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Insurgents reach gates of Syria’s capital, threatening to end decades of Assad rule
The insurgents’ stunning march across Syria is gaining speed.ABC News - 4d -
Retreat of Syrian Forces Threatens 'Saigon Moment' for Russia
Moscow’s support for the Assad regime has helped it project power throughout the region.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
Assad regime in peril as insurgents near Syria's capital: What to know
Syrian rebels on Saturday battled government forces in an effort to take control of the crucial city of Homs as they advanced toward the country's capital, Damascus -- moves that catapulted ...The Hill - 4d -
Syria's Assad Finds Himself Alone as Enemies Close In
Facing the collapse of his rule, President Bashar al-Assad sought help from his backers in Russia and Iran. He came away empty-handed.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
Where is Bashar al-Assad? Rumours swirl in Syria about its president
Rumours surround the whereabouts of the Syrian president, as rebels make advances near the capital's suburbs.BBC News - 4d -
‘We can barely believe what’s happening’: how Syria’s frozen conflict flared into hot war that could topple Assad
With insurgents closing in on Damascus, questions remain over whether the Assad regime will dig in, and if Hayat Tahrir al-Sham are as moderate as they seem. When Islamist militants swept into her ...The Guardian - 4d -
As Assad’s power crumbles, Turkey, Iran and Russia disagree on way forward for Syria
Foreign powers urge opposition groups to end fighting and preserve single, united country at talks in Qatar. The three key external national actors in the Syrian crisis tried to regain control of ...The Guardian - 4d -
Here’s what is happening in Syria.
aHoms sits at a key crossroads in the country, controlling access to the Mediterranean to the west and Damascus to the south.The New York Times - 4d -
Syria's state news agency denies rumors that President Bashar Assad has left the country, says he is at work in Damascus
Syria's state news agency denies rumors that President Bashar Assad has left the country, says he is at work in DamascusABC News - 4d -
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 - 5d -
Russia warns citizens they may need to leave Syria
Rapid rebel advance deepens crisis for Moscow-allied Assad regime as insurgents approach strategic city of HomsFinancial Times - 5d -
What Is Happening in Syria
We explain the latest updates in the country’s civil war.The New York Times - 6d -
The Sudden Rebel Advance in Syria Creates 'Real Possibility' of Assad's Fall
Capturing Hama would leave just one major city, Homs, in government hands on the road from rebel-held northern Syria to Damascus.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
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Romania blames Russia for election meddling
National Security Council declassifies evidence of Moscow’s ‘hybrid attacks’ benefiting pro-Putin Călin GeorgescuFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
With Assad Challenged, a Push to Cut Syria’s Ties to Iran Grows More Unlikely
Even as Israel bombarded Syria, officials say the U.S. and Gulf countries were working to weaken its president’s alliance with Tehran. Rebels’ shock advance has dampened those hopes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Rebel advances in Syria spell danger for Russia’s Middle Eastern ambitions
Moscow’s ability to support its regional partner, Iran, is coming under increasing strainFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
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Russia sees 'no grounds for negotiations' with Ukraine, Putin spokesperson says
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told the Izvestia newspaper in an interview published Wednesday that Russia sees "no grounds for negotiations yet" to end Moscow's war.ABC News - Dec. 4 -
Russia uses civilians as ‘target practice’ for killer drones
Southern Ukrainian city of Kherson hit more than 9,500 times as Moscow attempts to drive out residentsFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Asteroid on 'collision course' with Earth burns up above far northeastern Russia
A small asteroid sped toward Earth before it burned out above far northeastern Russia on Tuesday night, sparking a natural light show for residents in the remote corner of the planet, officials said.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Bulgarian spy ring targeted Ukrainian soldiers on behalf of Russia, court told
Old Bailey hears that some members of group planned operation at a US military base near StuttgartFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Is the Ukraine conflict a proxy or direct war against Russia?
The difference between them is a matter of perception and interpretation by the (indirect and direct) belligerents involved.The Hill - Dec. 3 -
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Who are the rebels threatening Assad's grip on Syria?
The long-running civil war has unexpectedly sprung back into the spotlightBBC News - Dec. 3 -
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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 -
Agent for Russia and UK-based Bulgarian planned ‘honeytrap’ for journalist, court hears
Pair chatted on Telegram about plot to target Christo Grozev, known for his investigations into Russian espionage. An agent for Russia and a Bulgarian based in Britain discussed setting up a ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Ukraine’s exhausted troops in Russia told to cling on and wait for Trump
Ukrainian soldiers paint a bleak picture of a battle they don't understand, and fear they will lose.BBC News - Dec. 2 -
Syria crisis due to Assad’s refusal to engage with opposition, says Turkish minister
Iran’s foreign minister blamed Israel’s intervention instead, but emergency talks in Ankara said to be ‘constructive’. Middle East crisis – live updates The crisis in Syria is the result of ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Tensions Rise Among Russia’s Elite as Economic Growth Slows
The slowdown is worrying for the Kremlin but not serious enough to significantly hobble its war effort.The New York Times - Dec. 2
