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.
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 military unleashes Operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria, targeting ISIS. The action coincides with the release of 300,000 pages of Jeffrey Epstein documents. Full details and reaction.
The US military has conducted large-scale airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria, a retaliatory move following an attack that killed two soldiers and an interpreter. Defence Secretary Hegseth calls it a 'declaration of vengeance'.
The US military has launched extensive airstrikes against ISIS targets in Syria, in retaliation for an attack that killed three American citizens. Read the latest developments.
Europe's stance on Gaza has shattered its credibility. Analyst Nathalie Tocci argues the path to regaining a constructive role lies not in grand diplomacy, but in focusing on stabilising fragile neighbours: Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq.
Ahmed al-Ahmed, hailed as a hero for disarming the Bondi attacker, has become a global symbol of courage and a source of immense pride for his war-torn Syrian hometown of Nayrab. Read his inspiring story.
Sgt Edgar Torres-Tovar and Sgt William Howard died in an attack in Syria. The US blames Islamic State and pledges a forceful response. Read the full story.
Emergency aid is announced for NSW Central Coast bushfire victims as up to 16 homes are lost. Meanwhile, the federal government faces pressure over its refusal to repatriate Australian children from Syrian camps.
Australia refuses to issue passports for fewer than 40 citizens, mostly children, held in 'militarised' Syrian camps despite US warnings that inaction 'compounds risk to all of us'.
Syria's interim president warns Israel's actions risk dangerous escalation, citing over 1,000 airstrikes and breaches of a 50-year disengagement deal. Read the full analysis.
Israeli forces eliminate Hezbollah's military leader Haytham Ali Tabtabai in Beirut strike days before Pope Leo's Lebanon visit. Five killed in escalation.
Israeli forces target Hezbollah chief of staff in Beirut suburb strike. Latest escalation in cross-border conflict raises regional tensions. Read full analysis.
Israeli strike targets Hezbollah's chief of staff in Beirut, escalating Middle East tensions. Read the latest developments and analysis.
An Israeli airstrike has hit Beirut for the first time since June, targeting Hezbollah's chief of staff. The strike comes days before a scheduled papal visit to Lebanon. Read the latest developments.
Charlie Calder-Potts became the British Army's youngest female war artist at 26, documenting Afghanistan conflict while being stalked by a suicide bomber. Discover her incredible journey.
Russian forces are closing in on the key Donbas towns of Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad, threatening to encircle Ukrainian troops. Sky News analysis reveals the strategic battle for Ukraine's fortress belt.
Israeli forces strike Hamas targets after soldiers attacked, testing fragile Gaza ceasefire. At least four killed in airstrike. Get the latest breaking news updates.
French army chief warns nation must prepare psychologically for potential conflict with Russia by 2030. General Mandon says France lacks 'will to fight' despite having military capability.
Northern Israeli communities rebuild amid tense calm as Israel prepares potential offensive against Hezbollah. Discover the human stories behind the conflict.
Vladimir Putin endorses US-proposed settlement for Ukraine war as Zelenskyy calls it capitulation. European leaders reaffirm support for Kyiv's sovereignty. Read the latest developments.
An anticipated political showdown between Donald Trump and NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani turned into a display of unexpected harmony. Discover how two New Yorkers found common ground.
Vladimir Putin has publicly supported Donald Trump's controversial 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, including ceasefire terms and territorial concessions. Read the full analysis.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns his nation faces one of its most difficult moments amid US pressure to accept a 28-point peace plan and concede territory to Russia.
Two Palestinian teenagers, aged 16 and 18, were killed by Israeli forces in a West Bank raid. This occurs as UNICEF reports nearly two children killed daily in Gaza since the ceasefire. Follow for the latest developments.
A woman discovers her ex-husband is having an affair with another football mum and faces the difficult decision of whether to tell the betrayed husband or keep silent.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza intensifies as Israel continues to throttle aid despite ceasefire declarations. Hundreds have died since truce began, with children facing catastrophic conditions.
Ben Jennings' latest political cartoon exposes Trump's controversial peace proposal for Ukraine, raising questions about Western alliances. Discover the powerful symbolism.
The Guardian's picture editors select powerful images from Gaza, Ukraine, the US border, and a snowy Seaham. See the world through Thursday's lens.
Israeli airstrikes kill 33 Palestinians in Gaza, marking significant escalation since US-backed ceasefire. Medical officials confirm deaths including women and children.
Sky News reports from Shuja'iyya in northern Gaza, where a once-bustling town of 100,000 has become a desolate landscape of rubble and misery under Israeli military control.