US, France, Britain launch joint precision strikes targeting Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's chemical weapons capabilities
Trump said a combined operation with France and Britain was underway and that they were prepared to sustain the response until Syria stopped its use of chemical weapons.
Apr 14, 2018, 06:54 AM IST
Where is our 'Thank you America?' Donald Trump denies saying US will attack Syria
US President Donald Trump took to Twitter on Thursday to deny that he ever said his country will launch an attack on Syria. This after world security and peace suffered a damning blow in the past few days with US and Russia threatening each other over strong military action in Syria.
Apr 12, 2018, 16:41 PM IST
Donald Trump says 'big price to pay' for Syria chemical attack
US President said on Sunday there would be a "big price to pay" after medical aid groups reported dozens of people were killed by poison gas in Syria.
Apr 08, 2018, 23:55 PM IST
Pope Francis condemns the use of chemical weapons in Syria
Pope Francis on Sunday condemned the use of chemical weapons in Syria.
Apr 08, 2018, 17:08 PM IST
'US will not stop until ISIS is gone', says President Donald Trump at Baltic summit
Presidents of Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia visited the White House on Tuesday to attend the Baltic Summit in the United States.
Apr 04, 2018, 06:00 AM IST
FIFA lifts three-decade ban on Iraq hosting international matches
FIFA has lifted its three-decade ban on Iraq hosting international football, a move hailed by the country`s sports authorities on Saturday as a boost for its most popular game.
Mar 17, 2018, 17:29 PM IST
Russia and Syria clash with US and West on Syria cease-fire
Russia and Syria clashed with the US and its Western allies today over responsibility for the failure of a cease-fire to take hold in Syria as the UN said humanitarian convoys are ready to head to 10 locations including besieged eastern Ghouta near the capital Damascus.
Mar 01, 2018, 10:28 AM IST
Syria pro-government forces enter Afrin to aid Kurds against Turkey
Pro-Syrian government forces entered Syria`s northwestern Afrin region on Tuesday to help a Kurdish militia there fend off a Turkish assault.
Feb 21, 2018, 00:41 AM IST
In Egypt, sports academy gives Syrian children platform to rise
With a small administrative office, and the lone training hall, Syrian youngsters practise martial arts, aerobics, ballet, and gymnastics. In addition, the academy organises football tournaments, especially for Arab and African refugees in the city.
Feb 20, 2018, 10:22 AM IST
ISIS boss Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi injured in airstrike?
American intelligence sources claimed that al-Baghdadi - the world's most wanted man was near Raqqa in Syria when the missile struck in May.
Feb 12, 2018, 21:25 PM IST
Turkey warns US to make or break strained ties
Turkey on Monday warned the United States it was time to either make or break ties between the NATO allies that have strained badly over the Turkish operation in Syria, days ahead of key talks with Washington`s top diplomat.
Feb 12, 2018, 16:26 PM IST
Turkish helicopter shot down by Kurdish militia in Syria's Afrin - Erdogan
A Turkish army helicopter was shot down by Syrian Kurdish YPG fighters near the north Syrian town of Afrin, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday, and the Turkish military said two soldiers on board the aircraft were killed.
Feb 11, 2018, 12:39 PM IST
Israeli jet shot down after bombing Iranian site in Syria
Israeli warplane was returning from a bombing raid on Iran-backed positions in Syria on Saturday when it was shot down.
Feb 10, 2018, 23:45 PM IST
Israel shoots down Iranian drone, strikes Iranian targets in Syria - Army
Syrian anti-aircraft fire shot down an Israeli jet on Saturday, the military said, after Israel intercepted an Iranian drone launched from Syria and struck an Iranian target there.
Feb 10, 2018, 12:32 PM IST
France calls for opening of humanitarian corridors in Syria
France wants air strikes in Syria to end and calls for the opening of humanitarian corridors as soon as possible, the French defence minister said on Friday.
Feb 09, 2018, 13:46 PM IST
Pope offers peace token in meeting with Turkish President Erdogan
Turkish President met Pope Francis on Monday as feelings ran high over Turkey's offensive against Kurdish militia inside Syria.
Feb 06, 2018, 00:52 AM IST
Turkish President Erdogan seeks to reassure Emmanuel Macron on Syria operation
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday sought to reassure France's Emmanuel Macron over the operation of the Turkish army inside Syria.
Feb 04, 2018, 07:03 AM IST
Turkey intensifies Syria campaign against Kurdish militia
Turkey on Sunday seized a strategic outpost from Kurdish militia in Syria.
Jan 29, 2018, 00:22 AM IST
Almost 100% of territory regained from IS killers in Iraq and Syria: Donald Trump
Trump on Friday claimed that the US-backed coalition forces had won back almost 100 percent of the territory occupied by the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria.
Jan 26, 2018, 21:13 PM IST
Indian-origin British man is Islamic State's executioner in Syria: US
An Indian-origin British man, Siddhartha Dhar, has been identified by the US as the Islamic State`s executioner in Syria who was seen in videos carrying out beheadings.
Jan 24, 2018, 16:09 PM IST
