ISIS Beheads 81-Year-Old Scholar Who Tried To Protect Antiquities
Archaeologist Khaled al-Asaad was killed in Palmyra, Syria, after he reportedly refused to answer ISIS's questions about where ancient artifacts were hidden.
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Syrian Rockers, Fleeing War, Find Safety And New Fans In Beirut
Members of a Syrian indie rock band escaped their country's bloodshed and have become a mainstay of Beirut's music scene. "In spite of all the deaths," the band sings, "you are still alive."
Syrian Journalist Released After Years In Prison
Mazen Darwish was arrested in February 2012 while reporting on Syrian President Bashar Assad's government crackdown on protesters.
Trained By U.S., Syrian Fighters Stumble As They Hit The Battlefield
A few dozen moderate rebels were recently sent into northern Syria. But before they could go on their first mission, several were captured. It's the latest sign of trouble with the program.
After A Year Of Bombing ISIS, U.S. Campaign Shows Just Limited Gains
Airstrikes have helped push back the Islamic State in some places, but the group has gained in other areas. Pentagon officials say the U.S. operation may need another two years or more to succeed.
NATO Says It Stands With Turkey In Fight Against ISIS
After it began an air campaign against the so-called Islamic State, Turkey called a meeting of the 27 allies to raise the possibility of a need for NATO involvement.
In Syria, Chlorine Attacks Continue To Take A Toll
Activists say the Syrian regime continues to attack its people with chlorine gas — with little reaction from an international community once focused on preventing Syria's use of chemical weapons.
Syria's Assad Admits Setbacks In Civil War, But Vows To Win
Speaking in a televised address in Damascus, Assad promised: "We will resist and we will win."
As Challenges Shift, Syria's Moderates Navigate Unexpected Territory
They protested against the Assad regime in 2011, hoping for democracy. Now they're in exile, fighting extremists for their country's future and trying to provide a lifeline for others back in Syria.
Turkey Agrees To Allow Use Of Its Soil For Airstrikes Against ISIS
Ankara has okayed allied airstrikes from its airbase near Syria against the self-declared Islamic State. State-run television also says Turkish warplanes have carried out air strikes.