Syrian opposition forces enter the key city of Hama, in a new blow to Assad's regime
Syrian rebels have entered another major city, in a further blow to President Bashar Assad after they took over Aleppo days earlier.
President Bashar al-Assad
Who are the rebels who have seized control of Aleppo, Syria?
Syrian rebels have swept through parts of the country at lightning pace, taking control of the the second-largest city, Aleppo. But who are they and what are their aims?
Syria's Bashar Assad And His Wife Test Positive For Coronavirus
The couple received PCR tests after experiencing minor symptoms consistent with the virus, according to an official statement. Both are in "good health and in a stable condition," it said.
3 Syrian Ex-Intelligence Officials Arrested On Charges Of Torture
Two former members of President Assad's intelligence agency were arrested in Germany for allegedly participating in the abuse of captive dissidents. A third Syrian national was apprehended in Paris.
U.S. Envoy Warns That Syria Preparing To Use Chemical Weapons In Idlib
Special Representative for Syrian Engagement Jim Jeffrey says the U.S. has "lots of evidence" that the Damascus government is preparing for a "reckless escalation" of the conflict.
U.S.-Led Coalition Launches Attacks On Syria
The military strikes were ordered by President Trump in response to an alleged chemical weapons attack on April 7 by the regime of Syrian President Bashar Assad on its citizens.
5 Questions About Syria And Chemical Weapons
Syria is a signatory to the Chemical Weapons Convention and says it neither possesses nor uses chemical weapons. Evidence indicates otherwise.
White House Suspects Syria Is Preparing For Another Chemical Attack
A statement says the observed "activities" recall those before an April 4 strike that killed civilians, including children. It warns the Assad government that it would "pay a heavy price."
Secretary Of State John Kerry On Syria Cease-Fire: 'What's The Alternative?'
Secretary of State John Kerry tells NPR's Steve Inskeep that the new U.S.-Russia cease-fire deal in Syria is the best option under the circumstances. Without it, he says, there would be more deaths.
In Syria, Health Care Workers Are The Heroes — And The Targets
Over 300 hospitals and clinics have been hit with bombs and missiles. Nearly 700 medical workers have been killed. Only Syrian President Bashar Assad has the air power to conduct these attacks.