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Russia-Syria alliance strengthened over dinner in MoscowSyrian President Bashar聽Assad traveled to聽Moscow on Tuesday to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. The Kremlin's military is backing Assad in the ongoing civil war that broke out in Syria in 2011.
Jerusalem violence: How redividing city poses dilemma for Israel, PalestiniansIsrael's government is committed to a united Jerusalem, but is blocking off eastern sections to quell violence. Palestinians want sovereignty over half of an open city.
Ankara bombing: Did Turkey misread perils of Islamic State?Turkey's response to Islamic State activities has long been soft, analysts say. But since June there have been three bomb attacks by radicalized citizens linked to the jihadist group.
Turkey bombing aftermath: Divides deepen over Erdogan ahead of voteIn this increasingly polarized nation, an Oct. 10 suicide bombing that killed 102 appears to have hardened social and political divisions. Turks vote Nov. 1.
Cover StoryHow the Iran deal might change the Middle EastWhat the聽calculations are聽behind the nuclear pact and where it could lead.
As Egyptians go to polls, outcome is clear: a stronger President SisiMubarak-era holdovers and Sisi supporters dominate the list of candidates for parliament, which will quickly take up 鈥� and approve 鈥� a long list of presidential decrees issued in the past year.聽
Buoyed by Russia and Iran, Syria seeks to reclaim ground. But then what?Hezbollah and Iranian forces are helping the Syrian Army push north toward Turkey. The extent of the campaign is closely tied to the ambitions of Russia's President Putin.
In Israel, attacks fuel calls to separate from PalestiniansPrime Minister Netanyahu, under fire for policies that have failed to halt the violence, sends troops to bolster police cordoning off sections of East Jerusalem.
Under Russia's cover, Iran sends troops to SyriaJoining Hezbollah fighters in an offensive against Syria's anti-Assad rebels, Iran has sent hundreds of troops into northern and central Syria under the cover of Russian air power.
Why this airline won't fly over Iran or Caspian SeaHong Kong聽airline聽Cathay Pacific said Wednesday it has stopped flying over Iran. It's worried about Russian cruise missiles fired at Syria.聽
Russian embassy in Syria attacked during pro-Assad rallyIn what Russia's foreign minister is calling 'an act of terrorism,' insurgents fired mortar shells at the Russian Embassy in Damascus on Tuesday during a rally in which hundreds of Syrians marched in support of Russian involvement in Syria.
Israeli PM vows 'agressive steps' to halt fightingThe violence between Palestinian protesters and Israelis erupted last month over the Jewish New Year, fueled by rumors that Israel was plotting to take over Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site.
Syria in crisis: The main parties to the conflict Russia鈥檚 intervention into Syria has been described as a 鈥済ame changer.鈥� The conflict has attracted a kaleidoscope of local, regional, and international players all vying to prevail. Here's a guide to who鈥檚 who.
Iranian-American journalist convicted: Post condemns 'grievous wrong'Jason Rezaian wrote for the Washington Post, whose editor denounced his conviction, announced over the weekend, as an 'outrageous injustice.'
Turkey bombings: Islamic State focus doesn't sway Kurdish suspicionsSaturday's twin bombings at a peace rally in Ankara were the worst terror attack in modern Turkish history. The government says the Islamic State is the likely culprit, but critics accuse the government of complicity.
Islamic State: Yazidi minority turns to 'smugglers' to rescue their womenMost rescues focus on Iraqi Yazidi women and children living in Islamic State-held areas of Syria and Iraq. The complex and dangerous task can require six smugglers to get one person out.
Scuffles break out as police hold back Turkish mournersThe two suicide bombings in Ankara on Saturday were Turkey's deadliest attack in years.聽About 70 mourners were eventually allowed to briefly pay respects to the victims.
Exodus to Europe? For most Syrian refugees, Turkey is their reality.For some of the more than 2 million Syrian refugees in Turkey, Europe is just a bridge too far. For others, staying put is the better choice, despite the challenges.
Unrest in Israel: How do you stop an intifada that has no leader?Despite efforts by both Israeli and Palestinian security forces, a rash of violence in Israel has continued unabated, fueled by an online communal anger among Palestinians.
Syrian offensive, with more Russian airstrikes, targets rebel groupsSome Russian long-range missiles mistakenly landed in Iran.