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Rebels to form interim government after al-Assad flees

Rebel forces took control of Damascus on Sunday, marking the end of Bashar al-Assad's decades-long autocratic rule.

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Syrian insurgents led by HTS advance on city of Homs

The move is the latest in a lightning advance spearheaded by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group over the past week which has seen them seize Aleppo and Hama in the face of little resistance by government forces.

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Hama falls to Syrian rebels in major blow to al-Assad

The regime in Damascus had held Hama since the start of Syria's civil war in 2011, and the insurgents' next target is likely to be the nearby city of Homs.

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Thousands of Kurds displaced from Aleppo reach Kurdish areas near Raqqa

Syrian Kurds fled Tel Rifaat in northern Aleppo in large numbers on Tuesday after Turkish-backed rebels seized it from rival US-backed Kurdish authorities. The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces largely withdrew and called for a humanitarian corridor to ensure safe passage for civilians.

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Syria: How the conflict could impact migration and the war in Ukraine

As Syrian rebels continue fighting government forces, outside powers are bracing for the potential fallout should the Assad regime collapse.

Syria

The Syrian war reignited: How did it come to this?

War in Syria has suddenly re-exploded, having remained unresolved since 2011. As the factions reignite battle lines in a dispute that sees proxy support from many regional actors, Euronews guides you through the context and main actors.

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Syrian Civil Defence teams rescue survivors as group says strikes hit Idlib City

Government airstrikes in Idlib killed at least three civilians, including two children, and wounded 11 others, said the Syrian Civil Defense.

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Iran pledges to help Syria's Assad counter surprise rebel offensive

Iran’s top diplomat Abbas Araghchi makes a visit to the Syrian capital, Damascus, to meet President Bashar Assad. His visit comes as Syria’s army launched counterattacks to repel insurgents who’ve seized control of Aleppo, and areas in Idlib.

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Insurgents' attack on Aleppo revives Syrian war after five-year truce

As arms have been temporarily laid down in south Lebanon, the Turkish-supported Syrian Salvation Government forces attacked the historic city held by al-Assad's army, reawakening the war in the Middle Eastern country.

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Euroviews. Normalising al-Assad’s regime is against Europe’s interests

For Europe, normalising al-Assad would be a political and moral disaster. It would send a clear message that dictators can commit war crimes, displace half their population, and still be welcomed back, Refik Hodžić writes.

France

Refugee paralympic team aims to inspire hope at 2024 Games in Paris

After paralympic athletes defeated so many obstacles to reach the games, they're hoping to share a message of resilience.

Germany

Germany and Sweden arrest 8 on suspicion of war crimes in Syria

The atrocities allegedly took place at a Palestinian refugee camp cordoned off by the Assad regime.

Turkey

Are the EU's billions for refugees really having an impact in Turkey?

Brussels has sent Turkey billions of euros to provide for migrants and refugees who would otherwise cross into the EU. But it's not clear how the money is being spent.

Nature

‘Environmental healing’: Syrians plant trees near oil-polluted rivers

More than a decade of conflict has cost Syria at least 25 per cent of its forest coverage, while drought rages on.

Syria

Euroviews. Normalising al-Assad’s regime is dangerous and must be abandoned

To all serious policymakers, it is crystal clear that normalising the al-Assad regime is a misguided policy that neglects the fundamental principles of justice, accountability, and the rights of displaced Syrians, Refik Hodžić and Osama Seyhali write.

Culture news

Berlinale 2024: Director Brandt Andersen on 'The Strangers' Case'

Rare are films like 'The Strangers' Case' that manage to combine striking authenticity with suspenseful, pulse-racing thrills. Euronews Culture sits down with veteran producer, director and activist Brandt Andersen to discuss his film, starring Omar Sy and premiering at the Berlinale.

Ukraine

Euroviews. How much does Russia stand to gain from turmoil in the Middle East?

With Putin's good relations with Israel and the Arab world, Russia has a vested interest in continuing to play both sides while the world remains distracted from its failed war in Ukraine. However, the advantage is only temporary, David Kirichenko writes.

Scenes

Meet the Taekwondo warriors rising from the dust and ashes of Syria

In partnership with Media City

"My brothers and I trained tirelessly, even competing among ourselves in the tent."

Syria

Airstrike in northwest Syria kills at least nine people

Russia launched the strike on a market on a strategic rebel-held town, targeting militants and a weapons depot.

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How did Europe help Syria become a major narco-state?

Captagon, a little-known upper, creates three times more trade for Syria's regime than the Mexican cartels combined, according to official figures.