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.
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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.
61% Disapprove of Trump's Foreign Policy, Poll Shows
New polling reveals strong public disapproval of Donald Trump's foreign policy, including interventions in Venezuela and Greenland. Analysis draws parallels to historical presidential missteps.
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.
Trump's 25% Tariff Threat Over Iran Trade
Donald Trump warns of 25% tariffs on US trade for any country doing business with Iran, as Washington weighs its response to major anti-government protests. Read the latest developments.
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.
Trump's Chaotic Foreign Policy: Family, Friends, Self-Interest
An exclusive look at the disparate inner circle shaping Donald Trump's mercurial foreign policy, from Marco Rubio to Jared Kushner. Discover who really influences the President's global decisions.
Trump Administration's 2026 Policy Plans Detailed
The Trump administration outlines its 2026 agenda, focusing on immigration enforcement and economic policy. Read the latest updates and analysis on the proposed changes.
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.
Mandelson: Europe lacks means and will as Trump acts
Peter Mandelson warns Europe faces 'political impotence' after Trump's Venezuela policy. Experts analyse the shift from rules-based order to hard power. What path for Britain?
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.
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.
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 Strikes ISIS in Syria, Epstein Files Published
US military unleashes Operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria, targeting ISIS. The action coincides with the release of 300,000 pages of Jeffrey Epstein documents. Full details and reaction.
US Syria Airstrikes After Soldier and Interpreter Deaths
The US military has conducted large-scale airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria, a retaliatory move following an attack that killed two soldiers and an interpreter. Defence Secretary Hegseth calls it a 'declaration of vengeance'.
US Strikes ISIS in Syria After Troops Killed
The US military has launched extensive airstrikes against ISIS targets in Syria, in retaliation for an attack that killed three American citizens. Read the latest developments.
How Europe Can Regain Middle East Influence After Gaza
Europe's stance on Gaza has shattered its credibility. Analyst Nathalie Tocci argues the path to regaining a constructive role lies not in grand diplomacy, but in focusing on stabilising fragile neighbours: Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq.
Syrian hometown celebrates Bondi hero Ahmed al-Ahmed
Ahmed al-Ahmed, hailed as a hero for disarming the Bondi attacker, has become a global symbol of courage and a source of immense pride for his war-torn Syrian hometown of Nayrab. Read his inspiring story.
Iowa National Guard members killed in Syria
Sgt Edgar Torres-Tovar and Sgt William Howard died in an attack in Syria. The US blames Islamic State and pledges a forceful response. Read the full story.
NSW bushfires destroy homes; child repatriation refusal criticised
Emergency aid is announced for NSW Central Coast bushfire victims as up to 16 homes are lost. Meanwhile, the federal government faces pressure over its refusal to repatriate Australian children from Syrian camps.
Australia refuses to repatriate citizens from Syrian camps
Australia refuses to issue passports for fewer than 40 citizens, mostly children, held in 'militarised' Syrian camps despite US warnings that inaction 'compounds risk to all of us'.
Syria accuses Israel of fighting 'ghosts' and breaking pact
Syria's interim president warns Israel's actions risk dangerous escalation, citing over 1,000 airstrikes and breaches of a 50-year disengagement deal. Read the full analysis.
Trump Strategy: Europe Faces 'Civilisational Erasure'
A new US National Security Strategy outlines a dramatic 'America First' foreign policy shift, warning Europe could be 'unrecognisable' due to migration. Read the key details.
Trump Halts Asylum Cases, Imposes Bans on 19 Nations
President Trump pauses all US asylum applications and orders extra scrutiny for migrants from 19 'high-risk' countries following a Washington shooting. Explore the sweeping immigration policy changes.
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