WorldTrump vows to retaliate after US troops killed in SyriaSyrian official suggested the attacker was affiliated with Syria’s new security services.14 Dec 12:16 AM
New ZealandRefugee sexually abused 14yo girl at Auckland resettlement centre'Ahmad destroyed my life,' the victim, who was abused shortly after arriving in NZ, said.12 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldSyrians count their mixed blessings a year after regaining their freedomNew York Times: Despite optimism from Ahmed al-Sharaa and many Syrians, worries persist.09 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTens of thousands celebrate as Syria marks one year since Assad's ousterMore than half a million people were killed and millions displaced in the war.08 Dec 06:04 PM
WorldMan accused of helping Manchester synagogue attacker spy on defence facilityMohammad Bashir, 31, is charged with four terrorism offences in the UK.04 Dec 09:07 PM
WorldDeadliest incursion: 13 killed, Syrians condemn Israeli raid as 'war crime'UN envoy Najat Rochdi called the attack a grave breach of Syria's sovereignty.28 Nov 05:47 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldOld divides of east and west haunt Germany’s newest arrivalsNY Times: Decades after reunification, economic success still heavily depends on geography20 Nov 05:00 PM
World27 killed as Israel hits Hamas targets across GazaThe strikes were among the deadliest in Gaza since the truce was entered into force.19 Nov 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA Syrian village and the long road to the White HouseNew York Times: Barisha was where Isis founder Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was killed in US raid.11 Nov 05:00 PM
WorldTrump hails ex-jihadist Syrian leader after historic White House meetingAhmed al-Sharaa was removed from the US terrorism list just days before the visit.10 Nov 11:05 PM
WorldHannibal Gaddafi freed on bail after nearly 10 years in Lebanese prisonHis bail was reduced from US$11m to US$900,000 after a court appeal last week.10 Nov 09:58 PM
WorldSyria's Ahmed al-Sharaa arrives in US after removal from terror blacklistHe's expected to seek funds to rebuild Syria after 13 years of civil war.09 Nov 05:10 AM
WorldTwo killed as gunmen open fire on coach in Syria’s Sweida provinceThe attack hit a coach carrying Druze passengers returning from Damascus.28 Oct 11:58 PM
WorldPentagon outlines Iraq troop cutsMost remaining forces will be based in Arbil, Iraq's Kurdish regional capital.01 Oct 05:42 PM
WorldNetanyahu apologises for Qatar strike, promises no repeatNetanyahu apologised from the White House, regretting the death of a Qatari serviceman.29 Sep 07:18 PM
WorldSyria pursuing limited security deal with IsraelSharaa is pushing for Israel to withdraw from Syrian territory occupied in the past year.24 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldShapeshifter in power: How Syria’s new leader defied the oddsHe's in New York for the General Assembly, still listed as a terrorist by both UN and US.24 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldExplainer: How Israel's conflict with Hamas has expandedIt's nearly two years since Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel. 11 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldEU asylum applications down 23% in first half of 2025Syrian asylum claims fell 66%, after Bashar al-Assad was ousted from power last December.08 Sep 06:35 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldA shattered Syrian city asks for its sacrifice to be repaidNY Times: Resurrecting cities like Daraya is a major challenge for the new government.01 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldMother reveals new intelligence on missing journalist Austin TiceThe documents revealed details about Austin Tice's captivity in Syria.15 Aug 12:33 AM
WorldSweden verdict due over pilot burned aliveThe trial is the first to address the 2015 murder of a Jordanian pilot.31 Jul 05:04 AM
WorldUS brokers ceasefire between Israel and Syria as 638 killed in clashesA UN organisation said 79,339 people have been displaced since Sunday.19 Jul 03:52 AM
AnalysisExplainer: Why is Israel bombing Syria and who are the Druze?Telegraph analysis: What to know about the latest flashpoint in the Middle East.17 Jul 12:34 AM
WorldWatch: Reporter flees as Israeli missiles strike right behind her in Syria Israeli strikes on Damascus killed one person and wounded 18 others, health ministry said.16 Jul 09:49 PM
New ZealandIsrael bombs Syrian army's headquarters in DamascusIt came after Israel warned Syria to leave its Druze minority alone. Video / AFPWatch16 Jul 06:21 PM
WorldSyrian forces accused of ‘executions’ in Druze area as Israel launches strikesThe Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said that Syrian government forces and their allies had executed 19 people in and around Sweida. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Jul 09:45 PM
WorldIsrael strikes Syria as govt accused of executing 19 civiliansIsrael launched strikes against Syrian forces defending Druze in Sweida.15 Jul 08:16 PM
WorldIsraeli jets hit Syrian forces seeking to quell sectarian clashes in the southAt least 18 Syrian troops were reported killed today.14 Jul 09:44 PM
WorldClashes in Sweida between Bedouin and Druze leave 37 deadClashes in Sweida killed 37, with 27 Druze and 10 Bedouin among the dead.14 Jul 02:37 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAs US warms ties with Syria, what does it expect in return?New York Times: Israel, chemical weapons, foreign fighters, and Isis have been a focus.02 Jul 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Turning point': Gulf states lead push to invest in new SyriaNew York Times: There are high stakes and risk of failure in supporting Syria's recovery.01 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldTrump dismantles decades-long Syria sanctions programmeIt will enable investments to flow into Syria from countries in the region and the US.30 Jun 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldExploring a new Syria: It's a fragile new era for a deeply scarred countryNew York Times: Sporadic violence persists, hobbling the nation’s efforts to move forward.29 Jun 06:00 PM
