Syria says Israel strike kills civilians
Israel's military said 10 projectiles from inside Syria had hit the Golan and it responded with air strikes on the position they were launched from and on two Syrian army tanks.
Sun Jun 25 2017
Syrian monitor says airbase almost destroyed in strike
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said a U.S. missile attack had almost completely destroyed a Syrian airbase near Homs city and killed four soldiers including an officer.
Fri Apr 07 2017
US strikes Syrian military targets in first direct assault on Assad's government
The attack may put hundreds of American troops now stationed in Syria in greater danger.
Fri Apr 07 2017
Suspected gas attack on Syria's rebel-held Idlib kills at least 58 - Observatory
A Syrian military source strongly denied the army had used any such weapons.
Tue Apr 04 2017
Russia says UN move on Syria sanctions negative for Geneva talks
The resolution had aimed to ban the supply of helicopters to the Syrian government and to blacklist Syrian military commanders.
Wed Mar 01 2017
US admits carrying out airstrike that killed Syrian soldiers
A US airstrike, targeting what were thought to be Islamic State militants in eastern Syria, instead hit Syrian military positions Saturday, killing 62 and injuring 100.
Sun Sep 18 2016
M'sia condemns barbaric act against American, Syrian military personnel - Najib
Malaysia condemns the barbaric act committed against American aid worker Peter Kassig and the Syrian military personnel, says Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
Mon Nov 17 2014
Global horror at 'evil' jihadist killing of US aid worker
The killing of US aid worker Peter Kassig has sparked global horror, with President Barack Obama condemning his beheading by the Islamic State jihadist group as "an act of pure evil".
Mon Nov 17 2014
IS claims beheading of US aid worker Kassig and 18 Syrians
The video showed the beheadings of US aid worker Peter Kassig and 18 18 men described as Syrian military personnel.
Sun Nov 16 2014
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024