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Israel takes credit, in part, for the fall of the Assad regime. But what now?
Soon after Bashar al-Assad's regime fell in Syria, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Israel paved the way for the uprising by its attacks on Iran and its proxies.
With fall of Assad regime, Austin Tice's siblings hope he'll be home soon
Austin Tice has been missing in Syria for years. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with two of his siblings, after Assad's regime fell in Syria.
What could happen to the chemical weapons in Syria
The news in Syria has raised immediate questions about the fate of Assad's stockpiles of chemical weapons and the continued presence of U.S. forces fighting the Islamic State in the northeast.
Who is the leader of Syria's rebels? What to know about Abu Mohammed al-Golani
As a new form of government starts to take shape in Syria, the armed group that led efforts to topple former President Bashar al-Assad will play a significant role. Its head may act as a power broker.
NPR reports from Syria: The atmosphere in Damascus and the horrors of Saydnaya prison
In Syria, people have known that one wrong step could land them in trouble with the government. For the first time in more than half a century, Syrians are experiencing life without that shadow.
Netanyahu testifies about allegations of trading favors with media moguls
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended himself in court against corruption charges for allegedly trading favors with media moguls. His trial has lasted for more than four years.
5 things to watch as Syria confronts a new future
The sudden collapse of President Bashar al-Assad has come as welcome news to many, but there are jitters both inside and outside the country about what will follow.
Ex-defense chief in South Korea tried to kill himself after arrest
Former Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun was formally arrested over his alleged collusion with in imposing martial law last week, as authorities investigate whether their acts amount to rebellion.
Taiwan's Defense Ministry says a large Chinese military force has been detected nearby
China's secretive military appears to be up to something around Taiwan, but it's unclear whether it's a formal military drill.