UAE to reopen its embassy in Damascus on Thursday
The embassy has been shut since the early months of the Syrian conflict which erupted in 2011.
Dec 27, 2018, 17:31 PM IST
US says Iran shows 'true colours' by restoring Hamas ties
Haley described the Hamas leader`s statement as a "stunning admission." Iran is subject to an arms embargo — with exceptions granted only in cases when it has received UN Security Council approval for imports or exports.
Aug 31, 2017, 23:58 PM IST
Pentagon chief warns Syria against using chemical weapons
"The bottom line is there can be no doubt in the international community's mind that Syria has retained chemical weapons in violation of its agreement," Mattis said.
Apr 21, 2017, 17:19 PM IST
Assad allies say US attack on Syria air base crosses 'red lines'
A joint command centre made up of the forces of Russia, Iran and militias supporting Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday said the U.S. strike on a Syrian air base on Friday crossed "red lines" and it would respond to any new aggression and increase its support for its ally.
Apr 10, 2017, 09:16 AM IST
Syrian army sends reinforcements to Hama province
The Syrian army is sending reinforcements to face a major rebel offensive in Hama province, a Syrian military source told Reuters on Wednesday, as insurgents pressed an attack in a western area critically important to President Bashar al-Assad.Bashar al-Assad.
Mar 22, 2017, 19:05 PM IST
Syrian opposition wants Geneva talks on political transition
The Syrian opposition wants face-to-face negotiations with the government about a political transition at peace talks that are due to begin in Geneva next week, a leading Syrian opposition politician said on Wednesday.
Feb 15, 2017, 17:54 PM IST
European government put 10 more people under sanctions over the crisis in Syria
European governments put 10 more people under sanctions over the crisis in Syria, targeting high-ranking military officials and senior figures linked to President Bashar al-Assad, the bloc said in a statement on Thursday.
Oct 27, 2016, 19:24 PM IST
Russia criticises Turkey's military operation in Syria for first time
Russia criticised for the first time the Turkish military operation in Syria, joined by militias opposing the Syrian regime of President Bashar al-Assad.
Sep 08, 2016, 03:24 AM IST
Syria opposition warns of Aleppo starvation amid siege fears
Hundreds of thousands of civilians in rebel-held areas of Aleppo risk starvation.
Jul 12, 2016, 20:45 PM IST
Syrian President says ''real'' negotiations not on in Geneva
Assad made his remarks in his first address to the newly elected parliament, when he also congratulated lawmakers on an record turnout during the election in April.
Jun 07, 2016, 19:41 PM IST
Iran says US ally Saudi the real 'terrorism sponsor'
Ansari said Washington's support for Israel despite its decades-old occupation of the Palestinian territories made it the "biggest sponsor of state terrorism".
Jun 05, 2016, 17:14 PM IST
Russia pledges more Syria raids, opposition sets truce terms
Moscow pledged Saturday to continue backing the Syrian government in its fight against "terrorism", dashing hopes for a ceasefire the opposition said it would only back if the regime and its suppor
Feb 21, 2016, 09:20 AM IST
Syria peace talks hit trouble after Damascus blast kills 60
The United Nations is aiming for six months of negotiations, first seeking a ceasefire, later working toward a political settlement to the civil war.
Jan 31, 2016, 23:56 PM IST
Only a third of Russia's air strikes in Syria targeting IS: US official
Of the 5,000 air strikes carried out by Russia, about 70 percent hit rebels opposed to President Bashar al-Assad, rather than supporting the efforts of the U.S-led coalition: US official.
Jan 09, 2016, 20:11 PM IST
Assad needs to leave for stability in Syria: Obama
Obama said the long-term US goal was to to stabilise lawless regions so that IS does not have any safe haven.
Dec 19, 2015, 06:25 AM IST
UK's Syria strikes 'illegal', will encourage terror: Assad
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said terrorism is like a cancer which needed to be tackled with a "comprehensive" strategy, involving working with troops on the ground.
Dec 06, 2015, 20:40 PM IST
