October 2017 - Syria Special Weapons News

Strikes Continue in Effort to Defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 31 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting eight strikes consisting of 14 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
U.S.-led Coalition's Support to Continue After Raqqa's Liberation, Official Says AFPS 31 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian Democratic Forces' Oct. 20 liberation of Raqqa, Syria, exposed the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria's lies and cowardice and the evil of its ideology, Army Maj. Gen. James B. Jarrard, commander of Special Operations Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve, told Pentagon reporters today.
Department of Defense Press Briefing by General Jarrard via teleconference from Baghdad, Iraq DoD 31 Oct 2017 -- Presenter: Major General James B. Jarrard, commander, Special Operations Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve; Eric J. Pahon, Defense Department Spokesman
Astana talks guarantors to from congress for Syrian opposing sides Press TV 31 Oct 2017 -- Iran, Russia and Turkey have pledged to bring the Syrian government and opposition together for a "congress" to help them develop a lasting political solution to the ongoing conflict in the country.
Syrian forces retake three districts in Dayr al-Zawr from Daesh Press TV 31 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian army forces have recaptured three neighborhoods from Daesh Takfiri terrorists in the eastern city of Dayr al-Zawr.
Over 13 million Syrians in need of humanitarian assistance: UN Press TV 31 Oct 2017 -- The top UN relief official has warned that over 13 million people in Syria need humanitarian assistance, with 6.3 million in "acute need" of aid due to the incessant violence in the country.
Syria: UN agencies deliver critical food aid, medicines to families trapped in rural Damascus UN News 31 Oct 2017 -- As part of a humanitarian aid convoy to besieged towns on the outskirts of the Syrian capital, Damascus, United Nations agencies have delivered desperately needed health supplies, hygiene kits and food rations for tens of thousands of people.
Cleared of Islamic State, Raqqa Remains a Deadly Battlefield VOA 31 Oct 2017 -- Syrians hoping to return home to Raqqa now that the city has been liberated from the clutches of the Islamic State terror group are being told to wait indefinitely.
New round of Syria talks begins in Astana Press TV 30 Oct 2017 -- A new round of Syria peace talks brokered by Iran, Russia, and Turkey has begun in Kazakhstan's capital of Astana.
New Round Of Syrian Peace Talks Starts In Astana RFE/RL 30 Oct 2017 -- A seventh round of Syrian peace talks has started in Kazakhstan's capital, Astana.
Russian Envoy for Syria Discussed Political Settlement With Assad Sputnik 30 Oct 2017 -- According to the Russian special presidential envoy for Syria, Syrian President Bashar Assad wants to stick to commitments undertaken previously concerning the transition to the political settlement after the main military phase of the fight against terrorism is completed.
Russia Mulls Reducing Its Military Presence in Syria - Reports Sputnik 30 Oct 2017 -- Russia is reportedly considering a partial reduction of its military presence in Syria amid successes of the Syrian government forces in the fight against terrorists.
With 13 million inside Syria needing aid, UN relief chief says impact of crisis remains 'profound' UN News 30 Oct 2017 -- The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL or D'aesh) may be largely pushed out of Syria's Raqqa governorate, but after years of oppression and nearly a year of intense fighting – marked recently by heavy airstrikes – humanitarian needs will continue to be large for some time, the top United Nations relief official told the Security Council Monday.
Syria says Raqqah still occupied, as US-backed forces replace Daesh terrorists Press TV 29 Oct 2017 -- Syria says it still considers the northern city of Raqqah "an occupied city," less than two weeks after US-backed Kurdish-dominated Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) flushed out Daesh Takfiri terrorists from the city but they also kept government troops out of the liberating offensive.
Syria tightens noose around Daesh in Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 29 Oct 2017 -- Syrian Army forces have reportedly killed at least 50 Daesh terrorists in Dayr al-Zawr and confined the Takfiris to an area between the city and the Euphrates.
Syrian Kurds Refuse to Reveal Number of US Bases, Volume of Supplied US Arms Sputnik 29 Oct 2017 -- In the wake of the recently-announced liberation of the Syrian city of Raqqa, many analysts have been wondering about the scale of US support to the mostly Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which headed the operation, and the number of military facilities the US has set up in northern Syria. Kurds, however, refused to reveal any details.
Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq AFPS 28 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting eight strikes consisting of 15 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Deliberate Starvation of Civilians in Syria Could Be War Crime VOA 28 Oct 2017 -- The U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein accuses the Syrian government of denying food and medical supplies to hundreds of thousands of civilians besieged in Eastern Ghouta, on the outskirts of the capital Damascus.
Officials Release Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq AFPS 27 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 10 strikes consisting of 18 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Syria 'categorically denies' content of UN report on Idlib chemical attack Press TV 27 Oct 2017 -- Syria has denounced as a "falsification of the truth" a United Nations report blaming the Damascus government for a chemical attack in Idlib province back in April.
Syria forces liberate new areas around Dayr al-Zawr from Daesh grips Press TV 27 Oct 2017 -- Syrian government forces have liberated a new area on the outskirts of the eastern city of Dayr al-Zawr as they continued their advance against the foreign-backed Daesh terrorists.
Russia decries 'inconsistencies' in UN-OPCW Syria report Press TV 27 Oct 2017 -- Russia has criticized a recent United Nations report blaming Syria for an April gas attack" inside the Arab country, saying it is full of "inconsistencies."
Suffering of 350,000 civilians in rural Damascus 'an outrage' - UN rights chief UN News 27 Oct 2017 -- The United Nations human rights chief on Friday called on the parties to the conflict in Syria to allow badly needed food and medical supplies to Eastern Ghouta in rural Damascus, describing the situation of at least 350,000 besieged civilians there as "an outrage."
Over 90% of Syria retaken from terrorists: President Putin Press TV 26 Oct 2017 -- President Vladimir Putin has hailed Russian forces' contribution to Syria's counterterrorism campaign, saying over 90 percent of the Syrian territory has been liberated from the grip of militants.
Tillerson Says 'No Role' For Assad In Future, But Removal Not A Prerequisite RFE/RL 26 Oct 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the United States sees no role for President Bashar al-Assad in any future Syrian government.
Fresh round of intra-Syrian talks set for 28 November, UN mediator tells Security Council UN News 26 Oct 2017 -- Announcing that he will convene the eighth round of intra-Syrian talks on 28 November in Geneva, the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria on Thursday urged all stakeholders to seize the opportunity to find a solution to the crisis plaguing the war-torn country.
Panel Finds Syrian Government Responsible for Gas Attack VOA 26 Oct 2017 -- An international investigative panel has determined that the government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was responsible for a deadly sarin gas attack on April 4.
Military Strikes Target ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq AFPS 26 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 15 strikes consisting of 25 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Coalition Strikes Continue Against ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 25 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting seven strikes consisting of 13 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Russia vetoes extension of chemical weapons inquiry in Syria People's Daily 25 Oct 2017 -- Russia on Tuesday vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution on the extension of the mandate of an independent investigation mechanism, which was tasked to determine who was responsible for the use of chemical weapons in Syria.
Turkey Coordinates Actions in Syria With Russia - Kremlin Sputnik 25 Oct 2017 -- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has commented on the new Turkish operation in Idlib, which is the second Turkish military campaign in the Syrian territory.
Syria: UN health agency steps up services for thousands of people in Raqqa UN News 25 Oct 2017 -- The United Nations health agency is stepping up the delivery of medicines and medical supplies to thousands of people in newly accessible areas of Raqqa.
Officials Release Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 24 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting five strikes consisting of six engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Syria calls on UNSC to immediately stop US-led coalition crimes Press TV 24 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian Foreign Ministry has called on the UN Security Council to take immediate measures to put an end to the atrocities of the US-led coalition against the people in the country.
Daesh controls less than 5% of Syrian territory: Russia Press TV 24 Oct 2017 -- Moscow says less than five percent of the Syrian territory remains under the grip of Daesh terrorists as government forces, backed by Russian air power, press ahead with an offensive to drive the Takfiri outfit out of its main stronghold in eastern Syria.
Under SDF rule, Raqqah can't be called liberated: Syria Press TV 24 Oct 2017 -- A Syrian minister says no land is considered liberated in the country unless national army forces regain control of it and raise the Syrian flag atop its buildings.
Russia Vetoes UN Resolution To Extend Syrian Chemical-Weapons Probe RFE/RL 24 Oct 2017 -- Russia has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have extended for one year the work of international inspectors investigating chemical-weapons attacks in Syria.
Damascus Urges UNSC to Put End to Coalition's Alleged 'Crimes' Against Civilians Sputnik 24 Oct 2017 -- The US-led coalition, whose operation in Syria had not been authorized by the UN or Damascus, has denied that its airstrike resulted in civilian casualties in Deir ez-Zor.
Russia Vetoes UNSC Resolution on Probing Syria Chemical Attacks Sputnik 24 Oct 2017 -- Moscow has repeatedly called for a thorough investigation into chemical attacks in Syria, in particular, the April Khan Sheikhoun incident that killed at least 80 people. The US and its allies accused Damascus of the chemical attack, while the Syrian government insisted that it has no such weapons since 2014.
Security Council fails to extend mandate of panel investigating use of chemical weapons in Syria UN News 24 Oct 2017 -- The Security Council on Tuesday failed to adopt a resolution extending the mandate of a joint United Nations-Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapon (OPCW) body to identify the perpetrators of chemical-weapons attacks in Syria due to a 'no' vote by permanent member Russia.
Russia Vetoes UN Resolution to Extend Syria Gas Attacks Probe VOA 24 Oct 2017 -- Russia used its U.N. veto Tuesday to block a resolution extending the mandate of the investigators probing chemical weapons attacks in Syria.
Iran, Syria Make Plans for Closer Military Cooperation VOA 23 Oct 2017 -- Iran and Syria are developing even closer defense ties as is evident in the recently concluded visit to Damascus by Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri, analysts say.
Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 23 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, conducting 25 strikes consisting of 28 engagements between Oct. 21-22, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
UK steps up role as the fight against Daesh evolves UK MOD 23 Oct 2017 -- UK forces deployed at Al Asad Air Base will train further forward and provide increased force protection for UK personnel in and around coalition bases as Daesh continues its retreat across Iraq and Syria.
Syrian army makes new advances on Daesh lines south of Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 23 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian army has advanced deeper into the southern outskirts of the eastern city of Dayr al-Zawr, which is partially held by Daesh terrorists, pushing the Takfiri outfit further toward total defeat in the oil-rich province, a monitoring group reports.
Syrian Army retakes terrorist-held village in eastern country IRNA 22 Oct 2017 -- Syrian armed forces have liberated Khsham, a village in Deir ez-Zor in eastern Syria from Daesh terrorists, the Syrian Arab New Agency reported on Sunday.
US-backed SDF militants capture key oil field in Syria's Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 22 Oct 2017 -- The US-backed alliance of militants, Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), says it has seized control of one of Syria's largest oil fields in the eastern Dayr al-Zawr Province.
Syrian Democratic Forces Recapture Oil Field in Deir ez-Zor Province Sputnik 22 Oct 2017 -- The US-supported alliance of Kurdish and Arab militias continue to advance in Syria after Raqqa's liberation.
Officials Provide Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS AFPS 21 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 11 strikes consisting of 11 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Israel 'hits Syrian army positions in Golan Heights' Press TV 21 Oct 2017 -- The Israeli military says it has attacked Syrian government artillery positions in the Golan Heights in what, if confirmed, would be another act of aggression against Syrian territory.
Army wins back key town in central Syria IRNA 21 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian armed forces recaptured Al-Quaryatayn town in central Syria from takfiri terrorist group Daesh, Syrian news agency SANA reported.
SDF won't hand over Raqqah to Syrian government Press TV 21 Oct 2017 -- A US-backed grouping of militants that calls itself the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) says the Syrian city of Raqqah, where Daesh terrorists have recently left, will be part of a system of "federal government" in the country's north.
Syrian Army Reportedly Kicks Out Daesh From Suburbs of Qaryatayn Town Sputnik 21 Oct 2017 -- Syria's central Homs province has been a battlefield in the recent weeks with Islamic radicals repeatedly trying to recapture the areas they had lost to the government forces.
How US is Playing 'Kurdish Card' in Syria Sputnik 21 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which are mostly composed of the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG), have announced the complete liberation of Raqqa from Daesh with the support of the US. Syrian military analyst, Brigadier General Muhammad Isa, explained to Sputnik what the US might be really after in this area.
Trump Praises Syrian Democratic Forces for Fall of Raqqa VOA 21 Oct 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a statement praising the Syrian Democratic Forces for recapturing the city of Raqqa from ISIS control.
U.S., Coalition Continue Strikes to Defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 20 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting eight strikes consisting of 13 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Syrian Democratic Forces Liberate Raqqa AFPS 20 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian city of Raqqa has been liberated from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, the coalition's Syrian Democratic Forces partners announced today, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.
Iran military chief says Daesh on last legs on visit to Aleppo Press TV 20 Oct 2017 -- The Iranian military chief has praised successful counter-terrorism operations during a visit to a frontline position near the Syrian city of Aleppo, saying the terrorists are taking their last breath in the country.
Militants promote PKK as Saudi, US envoys visit Raqqah Press TV 20 Oct 2017 -- US-backed militants have celebrated their capture of Raqqah under a huge portrait of PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan after a Saudi minister and a US envoy visited the northern Syrian city.
Syrian Kurds 'Don't Want Partition of Syria, Do Not Seek Kurdistan's Autonomy' Sputnik 20 Oct 2017 -- What the Syrian Kurds are actually calling for is the federalization of the whole state, Shahoz Hasan, recently elected co-chair of the Syrian Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD), has told Sputnik Turkiye.
Raqqa's Liberation From ISIS US Dept. of State 20 Oct 2017
Defence Secretary welcomes liberation of Raqqah UK MOD 20 Oct 2017 -- As the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) formally announce that Raqqah has been liberated from Daesh, the Defence Secretary has welcomed the news but cautioned there is more to do.
Iran, Syrian ink MoU on military cooperation IRNA 20 Oct 2017 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri signed a military cooperation memorandum of understanding (MoU) with his Syrian counterpart General Ali Abdullah Ayoub in Damascus.
Officials Provide Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS AFPS 19 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 12 strikes consisting of 15 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
U.S. Pushes For Quick UN Vote On Syrian Gas-Attack Inspections, Defying Russia RFE/RL 19 Oct 2017 -- The United States is pushing for a quick vote by the United Nations Security Council on extending the authority of an inspection team charged with determining who is responsible for chemical-weapons attacks in Syria, putting itself at odds with Russia.
Watchful of the situation in Raqqa, Syria, UN chief urges need to revive political process UN News 19 Oct 2017 -- United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is urging all sides involved in the fight for Raqqa, Syria, to protect civilians, abide with international law, and allow humanitarian access to those in need.
Putin: We will finally beat terrorists in Syria soon Press TV 19 Oct 2017 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin says terrorists will be defeated in Syria soon, stressing that the intra-Syrian peace process was developing in a positive way despite problems.
Inherent Resolve Strikes Target ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 18 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting seven strikes consisting of eight engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Syrian army soldiers inflict heavy losses on Daesh in Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 18 Oct 2017 -- Syrian government forces have carried out fresh operations against Daesh Takfiri militants in the war-ravaged Arab country's eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr, inflicting substantial losses on them.
What Next for Raqqa? VOA 18 Oct 2017 -- They raised a flag in Paradise Square, a notorious traffic circle in which the jihadists had staged brutal public executions, including beheadings, leaving severed heads on display for days afterwards. And then the victors doughnut-spun armored vehicles around in mimicry of how Islamic State militants celebrated their takeover of the city three years ago.
Department of Defense Press Briefing by Colonel Dillon via teleconference from Baghdad, Iraq DoD 17 Oct 2017 -- Presenter: Colonel Ryan Dillon, Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve Spokesman; Major Adrian Rankine-Galloway, Pentagon Spokesman October 17, 2017
OIR Spokesman: ISIS Faces Devastating Defeat on 3rd Anniversary of Operations AFPS 17 Oct 2017 -- The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria is now on the verge of a devastating defeat in Raqqa, Syria, the Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve spokesman said today.
Strikes Continue in Effort to Defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 17 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, conducting three strikes consisting of three engagements in recent days, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
3,250, including 1,130 civilians, killed in SDF offensive to seize Raqqah: SOHR Press TV 17 Oct 2017 -- A so-called monitoring group says at least 3,250 people dead, more than a third of them civilians, have lost their lives ever since militants from US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) launched an operation to retake the northern Syrian city of Raqqah, which served as Daesh Takfiri terrorist group's de facto capital in the war-ravaged Arab country.
US-backed militants say have taken 'full control' of Raqqah Press TV 17 Oct 2017 -- The so-called Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a ragtag grouping of militants backed by the United States, says it has fully taken control of Syria's northern city of Raqqah from Takfiri Daesh terrorists.
U.S.-Backed Forces Take 'Full Control' Of Raqqa From Islamic State RFE/RL 17 Oct 2017 -- U.S.-backed forces say they took "full control" of the city of Raqqa, long the extremist group Islamic State's main stronghold in Syria, following heavy fighting against a few dozen militants remaining in the city.
Russian Military May Temporarily Stay in Syrian De-Escalation Zones - Lawmaker Sputnik 17 Oct 2017 -- As the Russian military operation in Syria is "about to conclude," a senior lawmaker has suggested Moscow's presence in the country after active hostilities end.
US-backed Forces Say IS Ousted From Syria's Raqqa VOA 17 Oct 2017 -- U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces said Tuesday they seized the last remaining areas of Raqqa, Syria, from Islamic State militants and the American-led coalition fighting IS said the city was "on the verge of liberation."
Netanyahu at Talks With Shoigu: Israel Will Never Allow Iran's Bases in Syria Sputnik 17 Oct 2017 -- The Israeli Prime minister met with the Russian defense minister to discuss the situation in Syria, as well as the Iran nuclear deal in light of the US decision not to certify the agreement.
Officials Provide Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS AFPS 16 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting ten strikes consisting of 11 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Syria intercepts Israeli warplanes near Lebanese border: Army Press TV 16 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian army says its air defense has responded to an Israeli aerial violation of the Arab country's territory in the vicinity of the Lebanese border, hitting an intruding warplane and forcing the fighter jets to retreat.
Lebanon president urges return of Syrian refugees to stable areas Press TV 16 Oct 2017 -- Lebanese President Michel Aoun has called for a gradual return of Syrian refugees to their country, saying Lebanon can no longer cope with the burden.
Russia's Anti-Terrorist Operation in Syria Close to its End - Defense Minister Sputnik 16 Oct 2017 -- Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has commented on the results of the Moscow's operation in Syria aimed to support the government's fight against terrorists amid the ongoing operation in the Deir ez-Zor province.
Syria Following Israeli Attack: IDF Jets Had Violated Our Airspace Sputnik 16 Oct 2017 -- The Israeli army reported that its Air Force has destroyed an anti-aircraft battery in Syria in a response to an alleged shelling of Israeli planes that were conducting a reconnaissance mission in Lebanese airspace. The Syrian army has commented on the incident.
Syrian Army Surrounds Remaining Daesh Terrorists in Deir ez-Zor - Source Sputnik 16 Oct 2017 -- The offensive of the Syrian army after the liberation of the largest Daesh stronghold in the Deir ez-Zor province continues.
Israel Destroys Syrian Air Defence Battery After Alleged 'Shelling' Sputnik 16 Oct 2017 -- The IDF has cited its right to "thwart hostilities towards Israeli population". The incident comes as the latest in a string of tit-for-tat attacks between Damascus and Tel Aviv that remain in a state of war for decades.
US-backed SDF militants start final assault on Daesh-held Raqqah Press TV 15 Oct 2017 -- Militants from US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have launched an operation to retake the last pocket of the northern Syrian city of Raqqah, which served as Daesh Takfiri terrorist group's de facto capital in the war-ravaged Arab country.
Daesh terrorists quit Raqqah under US-backed deal Press TV 15 Oct 2017 -- The US-backed alliance of militants, Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), says last Daesh terrorists have been evacuated from their one-time bastion of Raqqah as part of an agreement.
US forces carpet-bombed Raqqah residential areas: Russia Press TV 15 Oct 2017 -- The US and its coalition forces have carried out carpet-bombing of residential areas of Syria's northeastern Raqqah city, damaging its water resources in the purported battle to flush out the Daesh (ISIL) terrorists from what used to be called their capital, the Russian defense ministry says.
Turkish Troops Deployment in Syria Was Joint Decision by Astana Guarantors - MP Sputnik 15 Oct 2017 -- Damascus calls the recent deployment of the country's troops to the Syrian Idlib province an invasion, while Turkey defines it as a move coordinated with other states.
Syrian Parliament Condemns Turkish 'Invasion' in Idlib, Demands Troops Pullout Sputnik 15 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian parliament has reiterated Damascus' reported demand concerning the Turkish troops' withdrawal from Idlib amid Ankara's military operation in the region previously announced by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
US-Backed Syrian Democratic Forces Rebels Begin Final Assault on Daesh in Raqqa Sputnik 15 Oct 2017 -- The US-backed Syrian rebels have announced the final stage of their operation to free the former so-called Daesh "capital," Raqqa, from terrorists.
US-backed Militias Launch Final Assault on IS Stronghold in Raqqa VOA 15 Oct 2017 -- U.S.-backed militias said Sunday they have launched their final assault on Raqqa, the northern Syria city Islamic State has claimed as the self-declared capital of its religious caliphate.
Trump Administration Accused of Aiding Iranian Militias in Syria VOA 15 Oct 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump lambasted Iranian expansionism in the Middle East Friday when disavowing the international nuclear deal with Tehran, citing in particular Iran's support for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. But analysts charge his strategy to check Iran in the region remains inconsistent, especially when it comes to Syria.
IS Fighters Expected to Evacuate Raqqa VOA 15 Oct 2017 -- A group of Islamic State fighters has evacuated the Syrian city of Raqqa under a withdrawal agreement with the U.S.-backed Syrian militias surrounding them.
Military Strikes Target ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 14 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting four strikes consisting of four engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Turkish Forces Move Into Syria VOA 14 Oct 2017 -- Turkey has deployed troops to Syria's Idlib province, as part of its effort to stem fighting and end jihadist control of the region.
Syria demands 'immediate, unconditional' pullout of Turkish troops from Idlib Press TV 14 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian government has strongly denounced an incursion of Turkish military forces into the country's militant-held northwestern province of Idlib, demanding "immediate and unconditional" withdrawal of Turkish troops from the war-ravaged Arab country.
Russia urges UN to fully investigate Khan Shaykhun 'staged' chemical attack Press TV 14 Oct 2017 -- Russia has called on the UN to fully investigate an alleged chemical attack on the Syrian town of Khan Shaykhun in April, saying evidence suggests the incident was a "staged attack."
Syrian army forces, allies liberate Mayadin from Daesh terrorists Press TV 14 Oct 2017 -- Syrian army soldiers, supported by allied fighters from popular defense groups, have liberated the strategic eastern city of Mayadin from the clutches of Daesh Takfiri terrorists as they continue to gain more territorial gains and deal stinging blows to the extremists in the country's eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr.
Russia: Syria chemical probe seriously flawed Press TV 14 Oct 2017 -- Russia says there are "serious problems" with an international investigation into an April chemical incident in Syria.
U.S.-Backed Forces In Syria Say 'Final' Battle For Raqqa Is On RFE/RL 14 Oct 2017 -- A spokesman for the U.S.-backed forces fighting Islamic State militants in Syria says the "final" battle to uproot the extremists from the northern city of Raqqa is under way, as dozens of IS fighters surrender.
Russia Questions Validity Of Syrian Gas Attack Investigation At UN RFE/RL 14 Oct 2017 -- Russia on October 13 complained that UN investigators failed to search for traces of the banned nerve gas sarin on their visit this week to a Syrian airfield that Western nations say was used to launch a sarin gas attack against civilians in April.
Russian MoD Accuses US-Led Coalition of Bombings of Raqqa Residential Areas Sputnik 14 Oct 2017 -- The Russian Defense Ministry has commented on the liberation of the town of al-Mayadeen, the largest Daesh stronghold in the Deir ez-Zor province. The ministry also accused the US-led coalition of inaccurate bombing in Raqqa during the operation to free the former Daesh "capital."
Damascus Demands 'Immediate' Withdrawal of Turkish Army From Syria - State Media Sputnik 14 Oct 2017 -- Few days after the Turkish troops and armed vehicles entered Syria's Idlib following the announcement of Ankara's second military operation in the Arab Republic, Damascus has reportedly strongly condemned the deployment.
Syrian Army Gains Control of Largest Daesh Hotbed in Deir ez-Zor - State Media Sputnik 14 Oct 2017 -- Over a week after the Syrian army launched an operation to free the largest Daesh (ISIS, Islamic State, banned in Russia) stronghold in the Deir ez-Zor province after the three-year siege of the city of Deir ez-Zor had been lifted, the government forces have reportedly gained control of the area.
IS Fighters Expected to Evacuate Raqqa VOA 14 Oct 2017 -- A spokesman for Syrian militias said Saturday that Islamic State fighters were expected to evacuate the city of Raqqa in an agreement with the U.S.-backed Syrian militias surrounding them.
Chile becomes latest nation to resettle Syrian refugees through UN-backed programme UN News 13 Oct 2017 -- Sixty-six Syrian adults and children arrived in Santiago, Chile from Lebanon on Thursday, making the South American country the newest to resettle Syrian refugees under a United Nations-backed programme.
U.S., Coalition Continue Strikes to Defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 13 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 29 strikes consisting of 29 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Turkey's first military convoy enters Syria's Idlib: Report Press TV 13 Oct 2017 -- The first convoy of Turkish military forces has reportedly entered the Syrian city of Idlib to enforce a "de-escalation" zone in northwestern Syria as part of a deal with Russia and Iran.
Turkish Troops Begin Setting Up Observation Posts in Syria's Idlib Sputnik 13 Oct 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Friday the launch of a military operation in Syria's Idlib, local media reports. "Tonight, Turkish Armed Forces jointly with the FSA units started an operation in Idlib," the president said.
Over 90% of Syrian territory free from Daesh: Russian daily Press TV 13 Oct 2017 -- As the Syrian army and its allies continue their advances against Takfiri militants, a Russian daily affiliated with the country's defense minister says more than 90 percent of Syrian territory are free from the control of the Daesh terrorists.
Syrian forces advance on Daesh-controlled Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 13 Oct 2017 -- Syrian government forces have pushed deeper into the country's troubled city of Mayadin as they are joined by allied fighters from popular defense groups in major operations to drive Daesh militants from the strategic eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr.
Over 1,000 Terrorists Have Crossed Iraqi Border to Syria - Russian MoD Sputnik 13 Oct 2017 -- As the Syrian army continues its successful offensive against terrorists, crushing Daesh militants near the cities of Deir ez-Zor and al Mayadin, more extremists enter the country from the areas in Iraq that are controlled by the US-led coalition, according to the Russian military.
UN Laments Plight of Civilians Trapped by Syrian Fighting VOA 13 Oct 2017 -- The U.N. refugee agency said Friday that it was alarmed by the dangers facing thousands of Syrian civilians trapped by intense fighting in the city of Raqqa and neighboring areas.
Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq AFPS 12 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 31 strikes consisting of 39 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Syrian army liberates more areas in eastern Daesh-held city Press TV 12 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian army has advanced deeper into the Daesh-held eastern city of al-Mayadin, pushing the Takfiri terror outfit on the verge of total defeat in its main urban base of operations in the Arab state.
Syrian Army Destroys Daesh's Mortar Shells Plant in Deir ez-Zor Province Sputnik 12 Oct 2017 -- Syrian troops have uncovered and destroyed a large clandestine mortar shells plant that Daesh terrorists used to attack residential neighborhoods in the city of Deir ez-Zor during the three-year blockade.
Syrian Democratic Forces Claim Raqqa Will Be Freed From Daesh Within Days Sputnik 12 Oct 2017 -- Amid a string of defeats in Syria, the internationally condemned terrorist group Daesh risks losing control of its self-proclaimed capital in the country, the city of Raqqa, which can be recaptured by the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the coming days.
Inherent Resolve Strikes Target ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 11 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 16 strikes consisting of 22 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
US allows terrorists to freely move about near Syria base: Russia Press TV 11 Oct 2017 -- Russia says the US is allowing Daesh to operate "under its nose" in Syria, calling on Washington to explain why terrorists enjoy freedom of movement in a border area where the Americans have a military base.
Moscow Wants Washington to Explain Why Militants Operate Near US Forces in Syria Sputnik 11 Oct 2017 -- The Russian Defense Ministry has raised the issue of some 300 Daesh terrorists on pickup trucks infiltrating a US-controlled zone in Syria's al-Tanf region.
Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq AFPS 10 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 11 strikes consisting of 15 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
ISIS Fighters Continue to Flee, DoD Spokesman Says AFPS 10 Oct 2017 -- Islamic State of Iraq and Syria fighters remain on the run in Iraq and Syria as coalition troops clear territory once controlled by the enemy, a Pentagon spokesman said today.
Update: air strikes against Daesh UK MOD 10 Oct 2017 -- The RAF are continuing to take the fight to Daesh in Iraq and Syria.
Syrian army, allies liberate entire southeastern Damascus countryside Press TV 10 Oct 2017 -- Syrian army forces, supported by allied fighters from popular defense groups, have established control over the southeastern outskirts of the capital Damascus, driving foreign-sponsored Takfiri militants out of the strategic area.
Russian Su-24 aircraft crashes in Syria, crew killed Press TV 10 Oct 2017 -- Russia says one of its Sukhoi Su-24 fighter jets has crashed while preparing for take-off from a military base in Syria's northwestern Latakia Province, killing the crew.
Russia Says Warplane Veers Off Runway In Syria, Killing Crew RFE/RL 10 Oct 2017 -- A Russian warplane veered off a runway at the country's air base in Syria and suffered damage, killing its crew, the Defense Ministry in Moscow said.
Daesh Militants Fleeing Deir ez-Zor Residential Areas as City Getting Encircled Sputnik 10 Oct 2017 -- As the Syrian armed forces continue their offensive against Daesh terrorists in the Deir ez-Zor province, the militants are trying to leave the city for fear of being surrounded, a source familiar with the situation told Sputnik.
Russian Airstrikes Destroy Daesh Command Center, Kill 70 Terrorists Near Mayadin Sputnik 10 Oct 2017 -- The Russian Aerospace Forces have destroyed a Daesh command center in Syria's Deir ez-Zor province and killed some 34 terrorists who entered the country from Iraq's western regions, the Russian Defense Ministry said.
Russian Su-24 Warplane Crashes in Syria, All Crew Members Dead Sputnik 10 Oct 2017 -- The crash could have been the result of mechanical failure, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
Officials Provide Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS AFPS 09 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria over the last two days, conducting 95 strikes consisting of 109 engagements Oct. 7 and yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
US supplying munitions to Daesh, Nusra terrorists: Top Syrian general Press TV 09 Oct 2017 -- A high-ranking Syrian military commander says the United States is supplying various kinds of munitions to Daesh Takfiri terrorists and members of the foreign-sponsored and Takfiri Jabhat Fatah al-Sham – previously known as the Nusra Front – militant group, not the so-called moderate armed opposition.
U.S.-Backed Forces In Syria Say Poised For 'Final Week' Of Assault Against Islamic State In Raqqa RFE/RL 09 Oct 2017 -- Fighters of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) are nearing the "final week" of their assault on the Islamic State (IS) militant group's Syrian stronghold of Raqqa, a top commander says.
Pentagon Calls Syrian General's Claims on US Arms Supplies to Daesh 'Ridiculous' Sputnik 09 Oct 2017 -- A Syrian general accused the US of supplying weapons to terrorists. The Pentagon has commented on the claim.
Turkish army's reconnaissance team crosses into Syria as part of Idlib offensive Press TV 08 Oct 2017 -- A small army reconnaissance team from Turkey has reportedly crossed the border into Syria's northwestern province of Idlib ahead of a planned deployment of the Ankara-backed so-called Free Syrian Army (FSA)'s forces in the largely militant-held region.
Syrian Army encircles Daesh terrorists in Mayadin Press TV 08 Oct 2017 -- Syria's Army and its allies have encircled the Takfiri terror group of Daesh in the city of al-Mayadin in the country's northeastern Dayr al-Zawr Province.
Turkey 'Working With Russia' Amid Idlib Operation - Prime Minister Sputnik 08 Oct 2017 -- The Turkish prime minister has commented on coordinating actions with Moscow in the wake of the Turkish President's announcement of his country's launching a military operation in Syria's Idlib, currently under the control of the al-Nusra Front terrorist group.
Syrian Operation: Russia 'Turns the Tide of War', Expands Its Role in Mideast Sputnik 08 Oct 2017 -- It has been two years since Russia launched its military campaign in Syria, which initially faced skepticism and criticism in the West. Over this period of time, Moscow has not only significantly contributed to fighting terrorism and stabilizing the situation Syria, but also proved its political role in the Middle East, a geopolitical analyst said.
Syrian Army Encircles Daesh in Eastern Syria's Al Mayadin Sputnik 08 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian armed forces and its allies reportedly encircled Daesh militants in the city of Al Mayadin in Eastern Syria.
Next Stop Idlib: Erdogan Announces Turkey's New 'Serious' Operation in Syria Sputnik 07 Oct 2017 -- The Turkish president has announced plans to start a new military operation in Syria in a move which has been rumored for weeks.
Turkish President Announces Start of Military Operation in Syria VOA 07 Oct 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced the start of Turkish military operation into Syria's Idlib province.
President Erdogan says Turkey helps militant group's offensive in Idlib Press TV 07 Oct 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his country's army forces are supporting a full-scale military operation, which has just begun by the so-called Free Syrian Army (FSA), aimed at liberating militant-held areas in Syria's northwestern province of Idlib.
180 terrorists killed in fresh Russian airstrikes in Syria Press TV 07 Oct 2017 -- Russia says its counter-terrorism airstrikes in Syria have killed a total of 180 militants – among them dozens of foreign mercenaries – over the past 24 hours.
Turkish President Announces 'Serious Operation' In Northern Syria RFE/RL 07 Oct 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on October 7 an operation to retake Idlib, a province under rebel control in northern Syria, amid a reported military buildup on the border between the two countries.
Russian Forces Destroy Daesh Command Post in Syria, Killing About 80 Terrorists Sputnik 07 Oct 2017 -- Russia's Defense Ministry has reported the elimination of Daesh command position in the Al Mayadin district, about 80 militants killed.
Officials Provide Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS AFPS 06 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 44 strikes consisting of 65 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Syrian army soldiers, allies enter eastern Daesh-controlled town Press TV 06 Oct 2017 -- Syrian army soldiers and allied fighters from popular defense groups, supported by Russian military aircraft, have marched into a town controlled by members of Daesh Takfiri terrorist group in the country's troubled eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr as they continue to make territorial gains against the militants.
Syrian forces draw close to Daesh-held al-Mayadin in east Press TV 06 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian army and allied forces have reportedly closed in on the eastern city of al-Mayadin, which is viewed as the current main stronghold of the Daesh terrorist group in the Arab country.
Syrian Army Completes Anti-Daesh Operation in Eastern Part of Homs Province Sputnik 06 Oct 2017 -- A Sputnik correspondent reported Friday that the Syrian government forces have completed a military operation against Daesh in the eastern part of Syria's Homs province.
Al-Nusra Front Terror Group May Replace Daesh After its Defeat - Moscow Sputnik 06 Oct 2017 -- A Russian Foreign Ministry official warned against "saving" al-Nusra Front terrorist group, former al-Qaeda affiliate, in Syria as it might one day replace Daesh.
Pentagon Calls Russian MoD Remarks on US Coalition's Aims in Syria 'Ridiculous' Sputnik 06 Oct 2017 -- The Pentagon has again responded to a statement made by the Russian Defense Ministry earlier this week, accusing the US of supporting terrorists in Syria.
Syrian Army Enters Largest Daesh Hotbed in Deir ez-Zor Province - General Sputnik 06 Oct 2017 -- The Syrian government forces are conducting a military operation to gain control of the largest Daesh stronghold in the province of Deir ez-Zor after the three-year terrorist siege of Deir ez-Zor city was lifted a month ago.
September 'deadliest month' of 2017 for Syrians, UN relief official reports UN News 06 Oct 2017 -- Hospitals, ambulances, schools and displaced people escaping violence are being routinely targeted by airstrikes in Syria, resulting in high numbers of deaths and injuries, and making September the deadliest month of the year, according to the United Nations regional relief coordinator for the crisis.
U.S., Coalition Continue Strikes to Defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 05 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 37 strikes consisting of 47 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Russian submarines launch cruise missiles at Daesh positions in Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 05 Oct 2017 -- Two Russian submarines have fired a barrage of Kalibr cruise missiles at positions of Daesh Takfiri terrorist group in Syria's eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr, where the country's forces are making territorial gains against the terrorists.
Syria will never forget Iran's sacrifices, support: Assad Press TV 05 Oct 2017 -- President Bashar al-Assad says his country will never forget the sacrifices of the Islamic Republic in support of the Syrian government and nation during the hard times of war.
Russian airstrike kills 49 Takfiri terrorists in Syria's Idlib Press TV 05 Oct 2017 -- The Russian military says 49 Takfiri militants, including seven commanders, have been killed during an airstrike on terrorist positions in Syria's Idlib Province.
OPCW Says Found Evidence of Chemical Weapons Use in Syria's Hama in March Sputnik 05 Oct 2017 -- The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons said Thursday that it had found evidence of the use of sarin or sarin-related chemicals following an incident in Syria's Hama province in March.
Russian Airstrike in Syria Leaves Al Nusra 'Emir' in Coma, 49 Terrorists Dead Sputnik 05 Oct 2017 -- Russia's Aerospace Forces launched a surgical assault against the rebranded Al Nusra Front terrorist group, killing 49 fighters including seven leaders, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense.
Inherent Resolve Strikes Target ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 04 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 39 strikes consisting of 40 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Russia accuses US of supporting, 'flirting with' Daesh in eastern Syria Press TV 04 Oct 2017 -- Russia has accused the US forces of providing intelligence to the Daesh Takfiri terrorists in eastern Syria, saying Washington is clearly "flirting" with the terrorist group.
Syrian forces oust Daesh Takfiris from all of Hama province: Monitoring group Press TV 04 Oct 2017 -- A so-called monitoring group says Syrian army soldiers, supported by allied fighters from popular defense groups, have flushed Daesh Takfiri militants out of their last positions in the western-central province of Hama as they continue to make territorial gains across the war-ravaged Arab country.
Hezbollah commander killed in clashes with Daesh in Syria Press TV 04 Oct 2017 -- The Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement says one of its senior commanders has been killed during clashes with Takfiri Daesh terrorists in central Syria.
US involved in 'bloody provocations' against Russian forces in Syria: Lavrov Press TV 04 Oct 2017 -- The Russian foreign minister has slammed the US for pursing a "double standard" approach towards the fight against terror in Syria, saying Washington encourages "bloody provocations" against Russian and Syrian government forces.
Russia to Support Armed Groups Fighting Nusra Front in Syria's Idlib - Lavrov Sputnik 04 Oct 2017 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that Russia would provide military assistance to groups fighting against the Nusra Front, a terrorist group also known as Jabhat Fatah al-Sham, in the Syrian province of Idlib, as the US-led coalition has failed to act decisively against the group.
Al Nusra Leader in Critical Condition Following Russian Airstrike - MoD Sputnik 04 Oct 2017 -- Russia's Aerospace Forces have critically wounded HTS leader and former Al Nusra Front 'emir' Abu Mohammad al-Julani in Syria.
Report: Sarin Gas Used in Syria Prior to Khan Sheikhun Attack VOA 04 Oct 2017 -- Syrian forces used sarin gas in an attack on an opposition-held town in March, five days before a deadly attack on Khan Sheikhun that drew a response from the U.S. military, according to a chemical watchdog group.
Strikes Continue in Effort to Defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq AFPS 03 Oct 2017 -- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 14 strikes consisting of 14 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Russia denies Daesh captured soldiers in Syria's Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 03 Oct 2017 -- Russia's Defense Ministry has denied that two Russian soldiers were captured by the Daesh Takfiri terrorists in Syria.
Russian airstrikes kill seven Daesh commanders in Dayr al-Zawr Press TV 03 Oct 2017 -- The Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Major General Igor Konashenkov says Russian military aircraft have taken out seven Daesh terrorist field commanders, including a terror coordinator, in Syria's troubled eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr over the past two days.
Russia Says It Killed Kazakh IS Commander, Hundreds Of Fighters In Syria RFE/RL 03 Oct 2017 -- Russia claims it has killed a Kazakh militant it says was an important commander in the forces of the extremist group Islamic State (IS) in Syria.
Russian Jets Destroy Daesh Training Center, Take Out Seven Commanders in Syria Sputnik 03 Oct 2017 -- Russia's Aerospace Forces have killed 304 Daesh militants and left more than 170 wounded, as the offensive against the terrorists on the eastern bank of the Euphrates rive
Syrian forces repel Daesh attack on army posts in Homs: SANA Press TV 02 Oct 2017 -- Syrian forces have thwarted a major attack by Daesh Takfiri terrorists against military positions in the Arab country's central province of Homs, killing a large number of the terrorists in the process.
Multiple terrorist bomb attacks kill 15 people in Damascus Press TV 02 Oct 2017 -- At least 15 people have been killed and scores injured after multiple terrorist explosions hit a southern neighborhood of Syria's capital Damascus, state media say.
Any change in borders spreads insecurity, instability in region: Rouhani Press TV 02 Oct 2017 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has stressed the need to bolster central governments in Syria and Iraq, saying that any change in geographical borders will cause insecurity and instability to spread across the region.
3,000 people killed in September in Syria: Report Press TV 01 Oct 2017 -- More than 3,000 people, including nearly 1,000 civilians, have been killed during the past month of foreign-sponsored militancy in Syria, making September the deadliest so far in the year, a report says.
Syrian forces make fresh gains on southern border with Jordan: Report Press TV 01 Oct 2017 -- Syrian army soldiers and allied fighters have reportedly managed to liberate nine positions from the grip of Takfiri terrorists along the country's southern border with Jordan.
2350 terrorists killed by Russian airstrikes in Syria over 11 days Press TV 01 Oct 2017 -- Russian airstrikes in Syria have killed around 2,350 terrorists and injured some 2,700 more over 11 days, says Russia's Defense Ministry.
HRW Says Iran Recruiting Afghan Children To Fight In Syria RFE/RL 01 Oct 2017 -- Human Rights Watch says Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has been recruiting Afghan immigrant children living in Iran to fight in the conflict in Syria.
Syrian Army Reportedly Engaged in Fierce Fighting Against Daesh in Homs Sputnik 01 Oct 2017 -- According to a Sputnik source, the Syrian army and their allies are engaged in fierce fighting with the Daesh terror group near the town of al-Quaryatayn in the province of Homs.
Russia Puts Not Only Military, But Political Efforts in Syria - Commander Sputnik 01 Oct 2017 -- September 30 marks the second anniversary of the Russian counterterrorism campaign in Syria which is defined not only by significant success on the battlefield but also by diplomatic victories.
Iran Accused of Recruiting Afghan Children to Fight in Syria VOA 01 Oct 2017 -- An international rights defender has accused Iran of committing war crimes by recruiting and sending Afghan immigrant children "as young as 14" to fight in Syria alongside government forces.

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