Skirmish in Syrian Capital Raises Fears of Expanding Violence
The overnight clash in Damascus appeared to have been contained, but it has heightened concerns that the violence sweeping the country’s coastal region could spread.
Syrian Government Signs Breakthrough Deal with Kurdish-Led Forces
The agreement marked a major victory for Damascus in its quest to unify the country, as violent unrest continues to grip Syria’s coastal region.
Zelensky Is Set to Meet With Saudi Crown Prince Before U.S.-Ukraine Talks
The Ukrainian president is trying to secure a favorable deal to end his country’s war with Russia. Saudi Arabia has emerged as a host to talks that the Trump administration…
Syrians Demand Better Protection Amid a Spate of Kidnappings
When the new government took over, it dismissed the Assad regime police and other forces, leaving a security vacuum. Now, many residents fear going out after dark.
Syria’s Interim President Calls for Unity Amid Fresh Fighting
More than 1,000 people have been killed in clashes in the coastal provinces of Syria, according to one war monitoring group.
Violence Sweeps Coastal Syria, Sowing Chaos: ‘We Have to Get Out of Here’
Residents described shootings outside their homes and bodies in the streets in Syria’s worst unrest since Bashar al-Assad’s ouster. More than 1,000 people have been killed since Thursday, a war…
What We Know About the Clashes in Syria
Dozens have been killed in fierce clashes between government forces and gunmen loyal to the Assad regime, in a serious challenge to the country’s new rulers.
At Least 70 Killed as Syria’s Security Forces Clash With Assad Loyalists
The skirmishes along the Mediterranean coast were among the bloodiest since rebels ousted the dictator Bashar al-Assad and installed a transitional government.
While Calm Reigns in Damascus, Battles in Syria’s Northeast Rage On
The conflict poses a challenge for the new interim president as he tries to unify Syria and extend his authority over the entire country.
Syrian Forces Deployed in Druse Town After Deadly Gunfight
An uneasy calm prevailed in the town on the outskirts of Damascus on Sunday, two days after a gunfight between local men and security forces.