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US Central Command says it struck more than 75 targets to ensure group does not exploit end of Syrian leader's rule.

Biden praises, warns of uncertainty as analysts question his administration's years-long deprioritisation of Syria.

Russia has granted the al-Assad family asylum on 'humanitarian grounds', Russian news agencies report.

Syrians celebrate Bashar al-Assad's fall as rebels seize control of Damascus, forcing him to flee.

The failed governance that plagued Syria is not unique. It is a power model that has devastated the whole region.

Al-Julani speaks from Damascus's historic Umayyad Mosque, tells Syrians that building a new country will be hard work.

Prisoners freed from Aleppo Central Prison recount lives of torture and abuse under the al-Assad regime.

Syrians celebrating in Latakia were filmed riding around on a toppled statue of former president Hafez al-Assad.

The Syrian army disintegrated in the face of the opposition offensive because of low morale and years of mismanagement.

The Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju moves a step closer to becoming the youngest chess world champion.

Lando Norris's victory allows McLaren to win the Formula One Constructors' championship for the first time since 1998.

In just 11 days, the 24-year rule of President Bashar al-Assad came to an end.

Israeli forces also bomb weapons depots in southern Syria and the capital Damascus, Israeli media reports.

Israeli attacks on Gaza have killed 44,708 as Israeli forces continue siege of Kamal Adwan Hospital.

Syrian opposition fighters have overthrown Bashar al-Assad after taking control of the capital Damascus.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stresses importance of national unity and sovereignty after fall of Bashar al-Assad gov't.

Videos show the moments opposition fighters opened jail cells in notorious Syrian regime prisons to free detainees.

Overthrown president leaves a country in ruins and questions about what's next.

Syrians in cities around the world are celebrating Bashar al-Assad's ouster.

Syrian opposition fightershave declaredthat the country has been 'liberated' after they stormed the capital.

Russian foreign minister discusses Syria's crisis, Ukraine conflict and Moscow's role in global diplomacy at Doha Forum.

Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia concedes defeat, congratulates former President John Mahama.

Fatima Bhutto and former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin on the global response to Israel's war on Gaza.

Geir Pedersen says Syria is at a 'watershed moment', acknowledges 'immense' challenges ahead.

Syrian rebels have taken over the Presidential Palace in Damascus as Bashar al-Assad's whereabouts remain unknown.

Here are the key developments on the 1,018th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Bashar al-Assad-appointed Mohammed Ghazi al-Jalali says gov't ready to 'extend its hand' to opposition.

Opposition fighters' lightning advance into the capital marks a historic turning point for the country.

Opposition forces have taken control of the capital after a significant offensive. Here is how it unravelled.

Syrian Prime Minster Mohammed al-Jalali says he's ready to support a transition of power.

Hosts level 1-1 on the third day after India slump to 175 all out in the second of the 5-match Border-Gavaskar series.

Crowds gather at a main square after opposition fighters seize Syrian capital.

Syrian opposition fighters have spoken on state TV to say that the regime of tyrant Basar al-Assad has been toppled'.

People celebrated in the streets of Damascus after Syria's opposition fighters toppled the Assad regime.

Syrian opposition supporters interrupted Al Jazeera reporter Zeina Khodr with cheers of victory during her live report.

Visitors secure a 2-0 lead in the three-match series despite Blundell's defiant century in New Zealand's second innings.

Galaxy end their 10-year trophy drought with a record-extending sixth title, thanks to goals from Paintsil and Joveljic.

Opposition forces declare Syria free of Assad rule as the president reportedly flees the country.

In waning days of his presidency, Biden seeks to bolster Ukraine's defences amid its years-long fight against Russia.

The three officers were convicted in the death of Genivaldo de Jesus Santos, a Black man who died in police custody.

French President Emmanuel Macron thanks all who 'saved, helped, rebuilt' beloved cathedral after devastating 2019 fire.

Qatar's top diplomat says his country is 'engaging' over past weeks in renewed push to end Israel's Gaza war.

In a morning social media post, Republican Donald Trump indicated the US should have 'nothing to do' with Syria's war.

Alice Weidel's nomination comes before snap elections expected in February next year.

The US diplomat said a weakened Syrian government will make it difficult for Iran to transfer weapons to Hezbollah.

Syrian opposition forces have reached the countryside around Damascus in a rapid advance.

In Argentina, the poverty rate has surpassed 50 percent in the wake of wide-ranging austerity measures and deregulation.

Russian foreign minister says Moscow will do 'everything not to allow terrorists to prevail', as Syrian rebels advance.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's People Power Party staged a walkout in parliament, blocking an impeachment vote.

Digital blackouts in Pakistan as the establishment and protesters face-off.