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Syria detains Kurds in Aleppo, US hits ISIS

Syrian government forces detain 300 Kurds and evacuate 400 fighters after Aleppo clashes, as US-led coalition launches large-scale strikes against Islamic State targets in response to Palmyra attack.

Syria ceasefire in Aleppo after intense clashes

A fragile ceasefire is holding in Aleppo after three days of fighting between Syrian forces and Kurdish militants displaced over 140,000. The US has welcomed the pause, but its longevity is uncertain.

Mass Evacuation in Aleppo Amid Syrian Army Offensive

Tens of thousands evacuate Aleppo after a Syrian army order. Fighting intensifies between government forces and Kurdish-led SDF, raising fears of war crimes and regional escalation. Follow the latest developments.

Syrian Winery Stalls in Post-Assad Legal Limbo

A year after the fall of the Assad regime, Syrian businesses like the Jarjour winery face an uncertain future amid cultural flux and unclear laws on alcohol sales. Explore the challenges of Syria's new era.

RAF and French jets bomb IS tunnel complex in Syria

RAF Typhoon fighter jets, supported by a Voyager tanker, have bombed a former Islamic State weapons stockpile in Syria. The joint UK-France operation targeted access tunnels north of Palmyra to prevent a Daesh resurgence.

State Pension to rise 4.8% in April 2026

UK state pensioners will see a 4.8% increase in payments from April 2026, adding up to £575 annually for some. Find out how the Triple Lock affects your pension.

Three police killed in Turkey anti-IS raid

Six militants also dead after Turkish police storm house in Yalova. Interior Minister details nationwide crackdown following the fatal shoot-out. Read the latest.

Syria's Deadly Reckoning: A 2025 Podcast

Revisit a powerful 2025 Audio Long Read exploring Syria's brutal sectarian violence through the story of two friends. Listen to the podcast and support in-depth journalism.

US Airstrikes in Nigeria: Relief and Risk

Analysis of the complex Nigerian response to US airstrikes on IS targets in Sokoto. While welcomed for security gains, the 'Christian genocide' framing risks fuelling insurgent narratives. Read the full report.

US Christmas Day strikes target ISIS in Nigeria

The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with officials warning of further action. Nigerian authorities confirm joint operations and intelligence sharing. Read the latest.

US Airstrikes Target ISIS in Nigeria, Trump Says

Donald Trump announces US military strikes on Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. The operation, coordinated with Nigerian authorities, follows accusations of attacks on Christian communities.

US Conducts Airstrikes on Islamic State in Nigeria

The US has launched airstrikes against Islamic State militants in Nigeria's Soboto state at the request of Nigerian authorities. President Trump announced the 'powerful and deadly' strikes on Truth Social.

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