Israel says it has hit Iranian targets around the Syrian capital, Damascus. The Israel Defense Forces says the overnight operation targeted the elite Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, as well as Syrian air defences. The Syrian military says…
Late winner as Aussies down Syria to go through (Supersport)
Tom Rogic’s injury-time thunderbolt settled an Asian Cup thriller on Tuesday as defending champions Australia beat Syria 3-2 to reach the last 16 and knock out their war-torn rivals. The result meant the holders finished second in Group B behind…
Syria military says Israel strikes hit Damascus weapons depot (BBC)
Loud explosions have been heard close to Syria’s capital Damascus overnight, in what the Syrian military says were Israeli air strikes on a weapons depot. A Syrian military official told state media the depot was hit, and three soldiers were…
US defence secretary Jim Mattis quits over decision to pull troops from Syria (Metro)
US defence secretary Jim Mattis has resigned after clashing with President Donald Trump over the abrupt withdrawal of US troops from Syria and two years of deep disagreements over America’s role in the world. Mr Mattis, perhaps the most respected…
Isis ‘still a threat’ despite Donald Trump claiming victory in Syria (Metro)
Donald Trump’s claim that Islamic State has been defeated has been rejected by the UK and his own political allies. Yesterday the US leader suddenly declared victory over the extremist group and vowed to pull all 2,000 US troops out…
Pope lights candle for children of Syria (Guardian)
Pope Francis lit a candle at the Vatican on Sunday for victims of conflicts around the world, and in particular the children of war-torn Syria. “Advent is a time of hope. Right now, my hope is for peace for the…
