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
World'Worst climate conditions in 60 years': Syria's wheat supply in perilAround 95% of rain-fed wheat has been damaged, affecting yields drastically.27 Jun 05:32 AM
WorldSuicide attack on Damascus church kills 20, wounds 52A suicide attacker, 'affiliated with IS', targeted St Elias church.22 Jun 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisEven with more upheaval to come, the Mideast is radically changedThe status quo has been shattered, with Israel ascendant as the Mideast military power.22 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldSyrian doctor gets life sentence in Germany for slayings, torture under AssadThe prosecution of Alaa Mousa relied on the legal concept of universal jurisdiction.17 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldRussia fears it could lose another Mideast allyInitially, some Russia analysts judged it could draw support away from Ukraine.17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIran and Israel: A once covert war has burst into the openNew York Times: An updated timeline of the Israel-Iran conflict over the past years.13 Jun 04:40 AM
WorldIsrael strikes Syria after projectiles launched, blames Syrian leaderSyria denied firing the projectiles, calling Israel's actions a violation.04 Jun 02:51 AM
EntertainmentOn The Up: 'It's so much bigger than music' - Kiwi singer's journey from refugee to pop inspiration'I’m so grateful to even have a bad day, because I’m alive'. 25 Apr 10:00 PM
Travel newsUS reportedly mulls travel restrictions affecting 43 countriesCitizens from 11 countries, including Iran and Syria, face a complete travel ban. 15 Mar 10:56 PM
World‘Extreme fear’: Over 1000 dead in Syria’s coastal violenceInterim President Ahmed al-Sharaa vowed not to let Syria fall into chaos or civil war.10 Mar 07:32 PM
World‘Must cease immediately’: UN rights chief condemns Syria killingsThe UN and several governments condemned the violence and called for justice.09 Mar 07:44 PM
WorldMassacres and fear: Alawite heartland reels under Syrian violenceSecurity forces heavily deployed in Alawite areas on the coast.09 Mar 12:08 AM
World‘14 years undone’: Syria’s dire economic outlook revealedSyria needs more than 50 years to regain pre-war economy: UN agency20 Feb 07:41 PM
World‘Randomly attacked’: Syrian man stabs 14-year-old boy to death, injures fourA food delivery rider rammed the attacker with his vehicle in Villach, Austria.15 Feb 09:45 PM
EntertainmentOutrage after ‘voyeuristic, nauseating’ UK reality TV show retraces refugee journeysThe series opens with a participant calling for immigrants to be 'blown up'.09 Feb 03:54 AM
WorldTrump says he will rename Gulf of Mexico the ‘Gulf of America’President-elect also threatened military force to seize Greenland and the Panama Canal.07 Jan 09:52 PM
WorldInside Assad’s hasty escape: The downfall of Syria’s ruling eliteSeveral Assad allies, including Maher and Mamlouk, sought refuge in Russia and Lebanon.21 Dec 09:40 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why the lightning fall of Syria’s brutal regime matters for us allOPINION: The ripple effects of a post-Bashar al-Assad world could spread to NZ.21 Dec 08:00 PM
World'Not a takeover': Turkey rebuffs Trump's Syria commentsTurkey denies controlling Syrian rebels, emphasises co-operation over domination.18 Dec 10:53 PM
WorldWhy Syrians are returning to rebuild Maaret al-NumanMaaret al-Numan residents return and revive businesses despite devastation.17 Dec 11:08 PM
World'Could be catastrophic': UN warns of escalating Syria conflictUN highlights humanitarian crisis in Syria; nearly 13 million face acute food insecurity.17 Dec 09:00 PM
World'Diplomatic contact': UK engages with Syria's new rebel leadershipTurkey to train Syrian rebels; Israel bombs depots amid new govt’s rise and HTS contact.15 Dec 11:11 PM
WorldAssad's prisoner No 3006 tells his storyAn ex-prisoner recalls torture and execution threats in Syrian jail.15 Dec 07:52 PM
WorldA palace in shock: Inside Syrian President's secretive last hours in powerAssad escapes to Russia, leaving chaos in his wake before rebels capture Damascus.14 Dec 09:14 PM
New ZealandTerrorism charge laid against 'Kiwi jihadi' still believed to be in a Syrian prisonMark John Taylor is believed to be in a prison in northern Syria.11 Dec 11:54 PM
WorldHow Syria's rebel victory is reshaping the nation's futureMohammed al-Jolani vows to punish torturers, as HTS seeks to stabilise the new Syria.11 Dec 09:50 PM
