That Little Syrian Boy: Here's Who He Was
A photo of a drowned Syrian toddler on a Turkish beach sparked anguish and outrage over the handling of the world's migration crisis.
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Here's What It's Like To Be A Syrian Refugee In Europe
In February, NPR published this look at families struggling to stay together amid civil war. The crisis has only intensified since then and we are republishing the original story.
Refugee Children Rescued In Austria Reportedly Disappear From Hospital
The three Syrian children, aged 5 and 6, were near death from dehydration when they were discovered by police in the back of a minivan on Saturday.
Your Questions Answered About Europe's Migrant Crisis
On Facebook, reporters Ari Shapiro and Joanna Kakissis discussed reporting on record numbers of people fleeing violence in the Mideast and elsewhere. One concern: Is "migrant" even the right word?
Macedonia Allows Some Refugees Across Border, Halts Others
The mostly Syrian migrants have been crowding the border area at a rate of 2,000 a day in hopes of reaching northern Europe.
Suspect In Train Attack Known To Authorities In 3 Countries
A 26-year-old Moroccan identified as Ayoub El-Khazzani, has been named by police as the Kalashnikov-wielding man who was subdued by passengers aboard a high-speed train on Saturday.
ISIS Beheads 81-Year-Old Scholar Who Tried To Protect Antiquities
Archaeologist Khaled al-Asaad was killed in Palmyra, Syria, after he reportedly refused to answer ISIS's questions about where ancient artifacts were hidden.
Syrian Rockers, Fleeing War, Find Safety And New Fans In Beirut
Members of a Syrian indie rock band escaped their country's bloodshed and have become a mainstay of Beirut's music scene. "In spite of all the deaths," the band sings, "you are still alive."
Syrian Journalist Released After Years In Prison
Mazen Darwish was arrested in February 2012 while reporting on Syrian President Bashar Assad's government crackdown on protesters.
Trained By U.S., Syrian Fighters Stumble As They Hit The Battlefield
A few dozen moderate rebels were recently sent into northern Syria. But before they could go on their first mission, several were captured. It's the latest sign of trouble with the program.