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Unconfirmed reports suggest Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have arrived in Moscow and been granted asylum by Russian authorities, potentially signaling a significant shift in the Syrian conflict.
As Syria continues to navigate years of conflict, we explore what’s next for the nation and its impact on the Middle East.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu declares the 1974 UN buffer zone agreement with Syria defunct, ordering forces into the area to prevent hostile groups from threatening Israel’s borders.
Opposition fighters seize Syria’s capital, Damascus, after President Bashar al-Assad’s departure, signaling a significant shift in the nation’s ongoing conflict.
Singapore is set to introduce Chinese dialect classes for migrant domestic workers to help them better communicate with elderly employers, fostering stronger relationships and improving caregiving.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has resigned and left the country, ordering a peaceful transfer of power, according to Russia.
China is closely monitoring the situation in Syria, assisting its nationals, and urging all parties to ensure the safety of Chinese institutions and personnel.
The U.S. Department of Defense announces $988 million in long-term weapons aid to Ukraine, including ammunition and equipment, to bolster Ukraine’s defense amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
Approximately 14,000 young Americans have visited China over the past year, strengthening ties through cultural and educational exchanges following China’s initiative to invite 50,000 youths in five years.
An expert discusses the recent escalation in the Syrian conflict, analyzing government misjudgments and regional challenges.