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Syrian war: Russia and opposition allege truce breaches - BBC News - 0 views

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Syria US Russia Truce

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There have been at least 15 reported breaches of the Syrian cease fire by Syrian and Russian government. Rebels say overall it is nice to see people safe and receiving aid, but the loophole of still being able to attack ISIS and al-Qaeda continues to concern the rebels. The 15 breaches in question are viewed as attacks against terrorists by some, and attacks against government opposition by others.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">There have been at least 15 reported breaches of the Syrian cease fire by Syrian and Russian government. Rebels say overall it is nice to see people safe and receiving aid, but the loophole of still being able to attack ISIS and al-Qaeda continues to concern the rebels. The 15 breaches in question are viewed as attacks against terrorists by some, and attacks against government opposition by others.</div>

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The Latest: UN makes 1st airdrops to IS-besieged Syria city - The Washington Post - 0 views

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UN Syria Aid

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This is a log of the events leading up to the Syrian peace talks. The most recent event was a UN airdrop with aid.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is a log of the events leading up to the Syrian peace talks. The most recent event was a UN airdrop with aid.</div>

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Syria cease-fire deal leaves "major concerns" for opposition rebels with Assad regime v... - 0 views

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Truce Syria Russia

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Syrian Rebel groups are skeptical of the truce that is supposed to take place this weekend. They worry that Syrian and Russian government will continue to attack rebels, but under the cover of attacking "terrorist groups" like IS.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Syrian Rebel groups are skeptical of the truce that is supposed to take place this weekend. They worry that Syrian and Russian government will continue to attack rebels, but under the cover of attacking "terrorist groups" like IS.</div>

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Russia Is Launching Twice as Many Airstrikes as the U.S. in Syria - The Daily Beast - 0 views

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Russia Syria Airstrikes ISIS

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Russia is largely responsible for the regime advances on both rebels and terrorists groups alike. They are deploying airstrikes at twice the rate the U.S. is.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Russia is largely responsible for the regime advances on both rebels and terrorists groups alike. They are deploying airstrikes at twice the rate the U.S. is. </div>

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Syria conflict: US-Russia brokered truce to start at weekend - BBC News - 0 views

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syria conflict truce weekend bbc news

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The US and Russia have announced that a cease fire will take place on February 27 at midnight, excluding IS and other terrorist organizations. Because the first cease fire was a failure, there is a lot of skepticism surrounding this second effort.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The US and Russia have announced that a cease fire will take place on February 27 at midnight, excluding IS and other terrorist organizations. Because the first cease fire was a failure, there is a lot of skepticism surrounding this second effort. </div>

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Syria crisis: Aid arrives in besieged towns - BBC News - 0 views

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Syria Aid war

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The first aid convoys have reached the besieged city of Muadhamiya. The convoys will hopefully defuse the hostility and resume the peace talks.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The first aid convoys have reached the besieged city of Muadhamiya. The convoys will hopefully defuse the hostility and resume the peace talks.</div>

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Russia dismisses Syria no-fly zone call - 0 views

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Russia Syria Refugees Safety

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A Syrian no-fly zone has been proposed that could potentially bring safety to tens of thousands of Syrian refugees. Russia is the main obstacle in the way of implementing the zone, reluctant to end its airstrikes.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A Syrian no-fly zone has been proposed that could potentially bring safety to tens of thousands of Syrian refugees. Russia is the main obstacle in the way of implementing the zone, reluctant to end its airstrikes. </div>

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Russia Denies Syria Hospital Bombing - 0 views

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Syria Russia Bombing

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Multiple schools and hospitals were bombed in Syria. Russia and the Syrian government seem to be responsible for the airstrikes, but there is no definitive proof.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Multiple schools and hospitals were bombed in Syria. Russia and the Syrian government seem to be responsible for the airstrikes, but there is no definitive proof. </div>

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Syria crisis: Government approves aid deliveries, says UN - BBC News - 0 views

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Syria Government Aid

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The Syrian government has approved humanitarian access to seven besieged areas, the UN has said. This aid is long overdue, as people have been dying of starvation.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The Syrian government has approved humanitarian access to seven besieged areas, the UN has said. This aid is long overdue, as people have been dying of starvation. </div>

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Turkey's Erdogan denounces US support for Syrian Kurds - BBC News - 0 views

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turkey syria refugees support

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Turkey has denounced the United States for providing support to the Democratic Union Party, who any are calling a terrorist group. This is contributing to the bloodshed.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Turkey has denounced the United States for providing support to the Democratic Union Party, who any are calling a terrorist group. This is contributing to the bloodshed. </div>

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Syria, already a catastrophe, seems on the verge of an uncontrollable disaster - The Wa... - 0 views

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Syria Refugees Aid

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Syria is on the verge of a humanitarian disaster. 300,000 refugees in Aleppo are at risk of being cut off from aid due to military encirclement of the city. The end of the article suggests that the U.S. needs to intervene and provide assistance.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Syria is on the verge of a humanitarian disaster. 300,000 refugees in Aleppo are at risk of being cut off from aid due to military encirclement of the city. The end of the article suggests that the U.S. needs to intervene and provide assistance. </div>

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Russian firepower helps Syrian forces edge toward Turkey border - 0 views

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Russia Syria Rebels War

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Syrian forces advanced towards the Turkey border with the help of Russian military. This was a huge offensive that has put the rebels' movement at risk.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Syrian forces advanced towards the Turkey border with the help of Russian military. This was a huge offensive that has put the rebels' movement at risk.</div>

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Syria: 5 things Russia wants in war - CNN.com - 1 views

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Syria Russia Strategy Politics

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Russia has a very strong military presence in Syria. This article goes over five things that are motivating Putin's interest in Syria.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Russia has a very strong military presence in Syria. This article goes over five things that are motivating Putin's interest in Syria.</div>

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UN suspends Syrian peace talks - BBC News - 0 views

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Syria Peace Politics

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Syrian peace talks suspended by UN until 25 February after lack of progress in first week. Both sides are blaming their opposition for the collapse of the peace talks.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Syrian peace talks suspended by UN until 25 February after lack of progress in first week. Both sides are blaming their opposition for the collapse of the peace talks.</div>

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Syria Allows Aid Into Rebel-Held Area as Peace Talks Stall - ABC News - 0 views

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syria peace rebels aid

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Syria has allowed aid into a rebel controlled area. The food and hygiene kits are a goodwill gesture that aim to get the peace talks back on track.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Syria has allowed aid into a rebel controlled area. The food and hygiene kits are a goodwill gesture that aim to get the peace talks back on track. </div>

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Syria conflict: Dozens killed near Sayyida Zeinab shrine - BBC News - 0 views

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Syria ISIS attack negotiation Damascus

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An attack claimed by the Islamic State killed dozens of people in Syria's capital of Damascus. This attack was aimed in disrupting the peace talks between the Syrian government and opposition groups that are currently beginning.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">An attack claimed by the Islamic State killed dozens of people in Syria's capital of Damascus. This attack was aimed in disrupting the peace talks between the Syrian government and opposition groups that are currently beginning.</div>

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Syria opposition holds 'positive' talks with UN envoy - BBC News - 0 views

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Syria Opposition Politics UN negotiation

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The main opposition group in Syria, the HNC, recently held what they view as positive talks with the UN. It was in regards to humanitarian issues in Syria, and the group now awaits the Syrian government's response.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The main opposition group in Syria, the HNC, recently held what they view as positive talks with the UN. It was in regards to humanitarian issues in Syria, and the group now awaits the Syrian government's response. </div>

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China's New Grand Strategy for the Middle East - 2 views

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China Oil Strategy Politics

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has shown great interest in the Middle East over recent months. His involvement with both Sunni and Shiites put him in a place of diplomatic mediator for the two groups.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Chinese President Xi Jinping has shown great interest in the Middle East over recent months. His involvement with both Sunni and Shiites put him in a place of diplomatic mediator for the two groups.</div>

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Rouhani due in Paris as Iran drums up business with French - BBC News - 0 views

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Iran France Trade

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Iranian president Hassan Rouhani will arrive in France on Wednesday for the second leg of his state visit to Europe, after three days in Italy. Mr Rouhani is expected to secure valuable trade deals following the lifting of international sanctions over Iran's nuclear program.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Iranian president Hassan Rouhani will arrive in France on Wednesday for the second leg of his state visit to Europe, after three days in Italy. Mr Rouhani is expected to secure valuable trade deals following the lifting of international sanctions over Iran's nuclear program.</div>

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The Pope's next diplomatic miracle? Middle East peace... - 1 views

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Pope Francis Iran Peace

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Pope Francis has decided to take on the task of ending the ongoing religious conflicts that are ripping apart the Middle East and sending millions of people fleeing for their lives. He will get an opportunity when he hosts the Iranian President Hassan Rouhani during his travels to the West.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Pope Francis has decided to take on the task of ending the ongoing religious conflicts that are ripping apart the Middle East and sending millions of people fleeing for their lives. He will get an opportunity when he hosts the Iranian President Hassan Rouhani during his travels to the West.</div>

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