U.S. retaliates against ISIS in Syria after ambush
The United States has conducted new airstrikes against ISIS targets in Syria in response to a deadly ambush. Details on the operation and regional implications.
The United States has conducted new airstrikes against ISIS targets in Syria in response to a deadly ambush. Details on the operation and regional implications.
Syrian security forces moved into Aleppo's Sheikh Maqsoud district on January 10, 2026, following intense clashes with Kurdish fighters. Get the latest details on the escalating situation.
Syrian government forces announce a ceasefire in Aleppo following intense fighting with Kurdish fighters. Get the latest details on the conflict and its implications.
Israeli strikes kill at least 13 in Gaza, including children, as the fragile ceasefire holds. President Trump is set to announce a new Board of Peace to oversee the Mideast peace process. Read the latest developments.
Russia condemns a European plan for post-ceasefire peacekeepers in Ukraine as a 'dangerous' axis of war, dashing hopes for a settlement. Read the latest on the security pact and Moscow's threats.
A Palestinian child was killed at home in Gaza by Israeli fire, highlighting escalating violence after the ceasefire. Read the latest developments on the conflict.
Fresh deadly violence has erupted in Aleppo, Syria, between government forces and Kurdish fighters. The clashes highlight the ongoing instability in the region. Read the latest details.
Prime Minister Mark Carney arrives in Paris to outline Canada's strategic role in a potential Ukraine ceasefire. Get the latest on high-stakes diplomatic talks.
British and French forces carried out joint airstrikes against an ISIS facility in Syria on January 3, 2026, aiming to prevent the extremist group's resurgence. Read the full details.
British and French military aircraft have carried out a targeted strike against a suspected Islamic State weapons depot in Syria. Get the latest details on the operation.
Syria begins circulating new currency notes, a significant step in its economic overhaul following the Assad era. Explore the implications and public reaction.
Segev Kalfon, released in a ceasefire deal, faces the immense challenge of rebuilding his life after two traumatic years held hostage in Hamas tunnels in Gaza. Read his story of resilience.
Syrian authorities reveal Islamic State plans for coordinated attacks on churches during New Year's Eve celebrations. Details on the foiled plot and regional security implications.
A Syrian refugee family in Sudbury, Ontario, celebrates the liberation of their home country by offering a special discount at their restaurant. Discover their story of resilience and community.
Israel suspends over 30 humanitarian groups, including Doctors Without Borders, from operating in Gaza for non-compliance with new registration rules, sparking aid crisis fears.
Thomas Warrick of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative outlines the significant challenges ahead for a Gaza ceasefire and a potential Trump peace plan, as Netanyahu and Trump prepare to meet in Florida.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu schedule a Florida meeting as a U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire hangs in the balance. Key details on the high-stakes diplomatic moment.
Heavy rains flood Gaza camps, soaking tents and supplies as displaced Palestinians endure harsh conditions. Ceasefire talks between Netanyahu and Trump proceed while aid falls short.
Top diplomats from Thailand and Cambodia held talks in China on December 28, 2025, aiming to reinforce a fragile ceasefire. Get the latest details on this critical diplomatic effort.
Violence erupts in Latakia, Syria, leaving three dead and dozens injured following a deadly mosque bombing. Tensions flare between Alawite protesters and counterdemonstrators.
As heavy winter rain looms over Gaza, displaced families endure harsh conditions in makeshift camps. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire continue. Read the latest developments.
Thailand and Cambodia have signed a new ceasefire agreement to halt border fighting. The pact was finalized during a high-level meeting between defense ministers on December 27, 2025.
Hundreds gathered in Homs, Syria, to mourn victims of a fatal mosque bombing. The attack targeted a predominantly Alawite neighborhood. Read for details and context.
A deadly bombing at an Alawite mosque in Homs, Syria, killed eight and wounded 18. A little-known group claimed responsibility as sectarian tensions simmer.
A deadly explosion at the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in Homs, Syria, has resulted in 8 fatalities and 18 injuries. The attack targeted a predominantly Alawite neighborhood.
Syrian state media reports a major counter-terrorism success, announcing the death of a senior ISIS leader and the arrest of a cell member near the capital. Details on the operation.
The remains of two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a Syrian desert attack were repatriated in a dignified transfer at Des Moines International Airport on December 24, 2025.
A blast in Gaza wounded an Israeli soldier, leading to accusations of a ceasefire violation. Get the latest details on the escalating tensions in the region.
As a partial ceasefire holds, Gaza advocates press the Canadian government to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis and persistent suffering in the region. Read the full story.
Turkey's top officials, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, visited Syria as a deadline for Kurdish groups to integrate with Syrian forces approaches. The high-stakes diplomatic move aims to reshape regional security dynamics.