INSIGHT - Demoralised and abandoned by allies: Why Assad’s army failed to fight in Syria
Crucially, much of the Syrian military's operational command structure was run by Iranian military advisors and their militia allies.
Sun Dec 15 2024
After 55 years of brutal rule under the Assads, Syria is at a crossroads. Here are 4 priorities to avoid yet another war
With Assad's departure, the pressing question now is what lies ahead for Syrias immediate future.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Why Bashar al-Assad’s security state collapsed so dramatically in Syria
While it may seem like these events came out of nowhere, the rapid fall of the Assad regime has a long history.
Tue Dec 10 2024
How Syria rebels' stars aligned for Assad's ouster
After 13 years of civil war, Syria's opposition militias sensed an opportunity to loosen President Bashar al-Assad's grip on power.
Mon Dec 09 2024
Up to 1.5 million people could flee Syrian escalation, UN official says
Syrian rebels press on with their lightning offensive against government forces.
Sun Dec 08 2024
Syrian rebels capture key city of Hama in fresh blow to Assad
ighting has raged around villages outside Hama for two days but once rebels entered the city the battle ended in hours.
Fri Dec 06 2024
With the world distracted by conflicts elsewhere, the Syrian civil war flares up again
Rebels strike Syria, plunging it into an uncertain future and catching President Bashar al-Assad by surprise.
Thu Dec 05 2024
Syria's less fortunate take refuge in public parks after earthquakes
When the massive earthquakes rocked Syria's northern city of Aleppo on Feb. 6, many people became homeless once again.
Sat Feb 18 2023
In war-torn Idlib, Syrians pick up pieces alone after earthquake
Parts of the provinces of Idlib and adjacent Aleppo held by Turkey-backed rebels suffered the bulk of the quake's casualties in Syria.
Wed Feb 15 2023
Turkey earthquake rescuers find 'miracle' survivors but frustration grows
Hopes of many more survivors were fading and criticism of the authorities grew as the death toll hits more than 37,000 in Turkey and Syria.
Tue Feb 14 2023
UN aid chief: Earthquake rescue phase 'coming to a close'
UN's Martin Griffiths said the urgency switches to providing shelter, food, schooling and psychosocial care.
Mon Feb 13 2023
After quake, Syrian schools silent as teachers, students perish
The earthquake destroyed more than 115 schools in Syria and damaged hundreds more, according to a United Nations weekend update.
Mon Feb 13 2023
Rescues provide glimmer of hope among Turkey quake ruins as toll tops 20,000
Several people were rescued from the rubble of buildings during the night, including a 10-year-old boy saved with his mother after 90 hours in the Samandag district of Hatay province.
Fri Feb 10 2023
Hope fades for survivors as Turkey-Syria earthquake toll passes 20,000
The death toll across both countries has now surpassed the more than 17,000 killed in 1999 when a similarly powerful earthquake hit northwest Turkey.
Fri Feb 10 2023
Hopes fade for finding more Turkey-Syria quake survivors as toll climbs
The death toll from earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria nears 16,000.
Thu Feb 09 2023
Malaysia to receive visits from world leaders beginning next week - PM
We need more strategic partners at this time, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Jan 31 2025
'Stubborn' Sarawak flood victims urged to evacuate immediately
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas says some individuals are still reluctant to move to the nearest relief centres.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Taylor Swift unveiled as presenter at Sunday's Grammys
Taylor Swift is nominated for the Grammy Awards for Album of the Year with her album 'The Tortured Poets Department', and five other awards.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Microsoft, Meta back big AI spending despite DeepSeek's low costs
CEOs of Microsoft and Meta defends massive spending saying it was crucial to staying competitive in the new field.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Israel releases Palestinian prisoners after delay over chaotic hostage handover
Hamas frees three Israeli and five Thai hostages in Gaza, and Israel releases 110 Palestinian prisoners in the latest prisoner-hostage swap.
Fri Jan 31 2025
New minimum wage order comes into force tomorrow, benefiting 4.37 million workers - KESUMA
Failure to comply with the Minimum Wage Order is an offence and may result in a fine.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Honda, Nissan to unveil detailed merger plan in mid-Feb.
Japan's second- and third-largest carmakers by volume, have agreed to begin talks on merging under a holding company.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Investigators cautious of jet fuel still aboard wrecked South Korean plane
The investigation is being slowed by a large amount of fuel and oxygen still on board, according to an air crash investigation official.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Malaysia's official reserve assets at US$116.22 bil as at end-December 2024 - BNM
According to Bank Negara Malaysia, projected foreign currency inflows amount to US$2.49 billion in the next 12 months.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Investigators seek to salvage aircraft after deadly Washington crash
Divers aim to "salvage the aircraft" and find additional components on Friday, Washington's fire department said.
Fri Jan 31 2025