Al-Assad’s fall in Syria: What’s at stake for China?
China quietly aligned with al-Assad through UNSC vetoes, but has not been directly involved like Iran or Russia.
Analysis: Syria faces risky new moment after fall of the Assad dynasty
The swift collapse of Syria’s regime brings a humiliating end to Russia’s and Iran’s sway and opens the door for greater Turkish influence. But the Islamist movement that seized power has yet to show its full intentions.
Fall of Assad puts Russia’s large military footprint in Syria at risk
The Russian military sites in Syria include a naval port on the Mediterranean Sea to berth submarines and an airfield to project power across the Middle East and Africa. But after rebels ousted Kremlin-backed President Bashar al-Assad, the future of these installations is uncertain.
Iran's Power Undiminished After Assad's Fall in Syria, Revolutionary Guards Commander Says
The commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic had not been weakened following the fall of its ally Bashar al-Assad in Syria, Iranian media reported. "We have not been weakened and Iran's power has not diminished,
Assad's fall brings 'the moment' to rid Syria of chemical weapons
Assad, found to have used chemical weapons against his own people on multiple occasions during the civil war, creates an opportunity to rid the country of banned munitions, diplomatic sources said on Monday.
How Syria's opposition fighters overthrew Assad
The sun of freedom has risen.’ Syrian opposition fighters have overthrown Bashar al-Assad after taking control of the capital Damascus.
European Countries Put Syrian Asylum Bids on Hold After Assad's Fall
European countries put asylum applications from Syrians on hold until further notice on Monday after rebels seized the Syrian capital and President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia following 13 years of civil war.
Assad Is Out, Rebels Are In: What’s Next for Syria and the Middle East
It took just over a week for the 54-year Assad regime to fall in Syria and the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebel group to take control. WSJ breaks down how it happened—and what comes next for Syria and the Middle East.
Syrian rebels name interim PM as Middle East nations say Israel 'exploiting' Assad's downfall
Bashir, who previously governed a small pocket of rebel-held territory, will be interim prime minister until March.
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Syria's fragile peace: Al-Bashir vows stability as Assad flees
Bashir, Syria's new interim prime minister, announced the restoration of peace after 13 years of conflict. "Now it is time ...
Displaced Syrians return to Idlib after insurgents shock offensive
Syrian residents returned to towns in the Idlib Governorate on Sunday after years of displacement. Saraqib resident Hossam al ...
Middle East latest: Israel bombs hundreds of sites across Syria as army pushes into border zone
By The Associated Press Israel said Tuesday it had bombed more than 350 military sites in Syria during the previous 48 hours, ...
Crews Clear Debris and Reopen Roads in Idlib Governorate
Crews cleared debris from a city in Syria’s Idlib governorate after opposition forces took control of it, video posted on ...
Syria's Assad resigns and leaves the country after stunning rebel blitz, Russia says
Rebel forces in Syria said they have captured four cities in the past 24 hours and entered the capital Damascus.
Syria death toll surpasses 500 as government forces intensify strikes
More than 500 people have been killed in Syria following the renewed escalation between Islamist-led rebels and government ...
Syria’s insurgency leader tours seized city of Aleppo, as fierce battles intensify near Hama
The leader of Syria’s most powerful insurgent group has toured the seized city of Aleppo in a surprise visit, for the first ...