Syrian forces clash with SDF near IS prison in Raqqa
Kurdish-led forces report fighting with Syrian army near al-Aqtan prison, warning of catastrophic security repercussions and a potential IS resurgence. The clashes threaten a fragile ceasefire.
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Tribunal: UK secrecy on civilian deaths risks public confidence
A tribunal has ruled that the UK's lack of transparency over civilian harm in military campaigns risks undermining public trust. The verdict follows an Airwars investigation into UK airstrikes against IS.
Syria declares victory following ceasefire deal
The Syrian government has announced a major victory after securing a ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. Discover the details and implications of this pivotal agreement.
Ukraine War: Two Killed in Russian Airstrikes on Energy Grid
Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure kill two, wound six. Ukrainian strikes trigger blackouts in occupied south. Latest updates from day 1,426 of the war.
Syrian army captures major oil field in offensive
Syrian government troops seize the country's largest oil field and a key gas field in a major advance against Kurdish-led forces, despite US calls to halt the offensive. Read the latest.
Syrian Army Advances into Kurdish-Held North
Syrian government forces surge into Kurdish-held towns, breaking a stalled integration deal. The advance, defying US calls, deepens regional tensions and reshapes control of strategic oilfields and dams. Read the latest.
US kills terrorist leader linked to Syria ambush
An al Qaeda-linked terrorist leader behind a deadly ambush on US forces in Syria has been killed in retaliatory strikes. Read the latest on the operation and the US military's vow.
Podcast reveals Assad family's post-war power in Syria
A new Guardian podcast investigates the Assad family's enduring grip on Syria after the civil war. Discover how they control business and politics. Listen now.
Syria detains Kurds in Aleppo, US hits ISIS
Syrian government forces detain 300 Kurds and evacuate 400 fighters after Aleppo clashes, as US-led coalition launches large-scale strikes against Islamic State targets in response to Palmyra attack.
US-led strikes hit ISIS in Syria after deadly attack
US and allied forces conducted large-scale strikes against Islamic State targets across Syria in response to a December attack that killed three Americans. Read the latest developments.
Syria ceasefire in Aleppo after intense clashes
A fragile ceasefire is holding in Aleppo after three days of fighting between Syrian forces and Kurdish militants displaced over 140,000. The US has welcomed the pause, but its longevity is uncertain.
Aleppo Evacuations Ordered Amid Syria-Kurdish Clashes
Fierce fighting in Aleppo displaces 140,000 as Syrian army clashes with US-backed Kurdish forces, threatening a wider conflict. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Mass Evacuation in Aleppo Amid Syrian Army Offensive
Tens of thousands evacuate Aleppo after a Syrian army order. Fighting intensifies between government forces and Kurdish-led SDF, raising fears of war crimes and regional escalation. Follow the latest developments.
Syrian Winery Stalls in Post-Assad Legal Limbo
A year after the fall of the Assad regime, Syrian businesses like the Jarjour winery face an uncertain future amid cultural flux and unclear laws on alcohol sales. Explore the challenges of Syria's new era.
DiCaprio Misses Award Ceremony Due to Venezuela Air Strikes
Leonardo DiCaprio was forced to skip the Palm Springs Film Festival after US airstrikes on Venezuela closed Caribbean airspace. Read how geopolitics disrupted Hollywood's awards season.
RAF and French jets bomb IS tunnel complex in Syria
RAF Typhoon fighter jets, supported by a Voyager tanker, have bombed a former Islamic State weapons stockpile in Syria. The joint UK-France operation targeted access tunnels north of Palmyra to prevent a Daesh resurgence.
UK and France bomb ISIS underground store in Syria
British and French fighter jets have destroyed a major underground Islamic State weapons facility in Syria. Defence Secretary John Healey vows to 'stamp out' any terror resurgence.
US Strikes Venezuela, Abducts Maduro in 2026
US military action in Venezuela marks a dramatic shift in foreign policy, with Trump demolishing international law. Analysis of the consequences for global stability.
Trump's Forces Capture Venezuela's President Maduro
In a stunning escalation, US forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro following airstrikes on Caracas. Explore the background and uncertain future of this unprecedented operation.
Colombia Sends Forces to Venezuela Border After US Strikes
Colombia mobilises armed forces fearing a refugee influx after US airstrikes on Venezuela. President Petro condemns US aggression and calls for a UN emergency session. Read the latest.
Saudi strikes kill 7 Yemeni separatists, widening Gulf rift
Saudi warplanes have killed at least seven Southern Transitional Council fighters in Yemen, marking the coalition's first fatal attack on its UAE-backed ally and escalating tensions between the Gulf powers. Read the full analysis.
Women's Global Resistance: From Rojava to Iceland
Amid global threats to women's rights, feminist resistance is flourishing in unexpected places like Syria's Rojava and Iceland. Discover how grassroots movements are pushing back.
Syria's Deadly Reckoning: A 2025 Podcast
Revisit a powerful 2025 Audio Long Read exploring Syria's brutal sectarian violence through the story of two friends. Listen to the podcast and support in-depth journalism.
US Airstrikes in Nigeria: Relief and Risk
Analysis of the complex Nigerian response to US airstrikes on IS targets in Sokoto. While welcomed for security gains, the 'Christian genocide' framing risks fuelling insurgent narratives. Read the full report.
Russian strikes kill 1 in Kyiv before Zelenskyy meets Trump
A massive overnight Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv has killed at least one person and injured 28, leaving a third of the city without heating. The assault comes just before President Zelenskyy's crucial meeting with Donald Trump. Read the latest
Thailand-Cambodia Sign Ceasefire Deal
Thailand and Cambodia have signed a ceasefire agreement to end weeks of intense border fighting. The deal includes a halt to military movements and the release of prisoners. Read the latest developments.
US Nigeria Airstrikes: Details 'Sketchy' Says Adviser
A Nigerian presidential adviser tells Sky News details of US Christmas Day airstrikes are unclear, contradicting Trump's claims of targeting ISIS. Read the full report on the ground impact.
Nigeria aided US Christmas airstrikes, minister confirms
Nigeria's foreign minister reveals President Tinubu approved US airstrikes on ISIS camps on 25 December, with intelligence provided by Abuja. US Defence Secretary warns of more strikes.
Nigeria Adviser: Details of US Christmas Strikes 'Sketchy'
A Nigerian presidential adviser tells Sky News details on who was hit in US airstrikes are unclear, contradicting Trump's claims of targeting ISIS. Read the full report.
US Christmas Day strikes target ISIS in Nigeria
The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with officials warning of further action. Nigerian authorities confirm joint operations and intelligence sharing. Read the latest.
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