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Syria: news

Syria 'frees 755 held in unrest'

Wednesday, December 28th 2011, 18:23

Syria releases 755 people detained in the nine-month uprising against President Assad, state TV says, as Arab League monitors continue their visit amid ongoing violence.
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Homs situation 'reassures' Arabs

Wednesday, December 28th 2011, 10:53

The head of the Arab League mission tasked with verifying Syria's compliance with a peace plan says the situation in Homs is "reassuring".
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Monitors confronted in Syria city

Tuesday, December 27th 2011, 23:31

Angry protesters in Syria's restive city of Homs demand protection from visiting Arab League monitors as tanks are reportedly withdrawn.
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Profile: Syrian Observatory for Human Rights

Tuesday, December 27th 2011, 20:00

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights
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Arab monitors begin Syria mission

Tuesday, December 27th 2011, 12:19

Thousands of Syrian anti-government protesters gather in Homs, activists say, as Arab League peace monitors arrive in the volatile city.
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VIDEO: Heavy shelling continues in Syrian city

Monday, December 26th 2011, 17:44

At least 20 people have been killed in a third day of heavy shelling in the Syrian city of Homs.
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Syria toll rises as observers due

Monday, December 26th 2011, 10:28
related places: Damascus

More Arab League observers are set to arrive in Syria as human rights activists say at least 13 people are killed in the central city of Homs.
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Pope urges end to Syria bloodshed

Sunday, December 25th 2011, 17:14

Pope Benedict XVI uses his traditional Christmas Day message from the Vatican to pray for an end to the bloodshed in Syria.
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Assad praised at Syria funerals

Saturday, December 24th 2011, 17:17
related places: Damascus

Thousands of Syrians attend the funerals of the 44 people who officials say were killed in two suicide bombings in Damascus on Friday, with many pledging support for President Assad.
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UN condemns Syria suicide blasts

Saturday, December 24th 2011, 4:52
related places: Damascus

The UN Security Council condemns suicide blasts that killed 44 peoplein Syria's capital Damascus, but remains divided over months-long protests.
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Syria 'suicide attacks kill 44'

Friday, December 23rd 2011, 20:28
related places: Damascus

At least 44 people are killed in Syria as two suicide car bombings target security service bases in the capital, Damascus, media and officials say.
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VIDEO: Syria 'suicide attacks kill 40'

Friday, December 23rd 2011, 13:31
related places: Damascus

The Syrian government says more than 40 people have been killed in two suicide car bombings outside security service facilities in the capital, Damascus.
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Monitoring team members in Syria

Thursday, December 22nd 2011, 18:43

An advance team for Arab League observers arrives in Syria under a plan to end the crackdown on anti-government protests that has left at least 5,000 killed.
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VIDEO: Syria 'inching towards civil war'

Wednesday, December 21st 2011, 23:46

The Syrian opposition calls for emergency meetings of the UN Security Council and the Arab League to discuss the intensifying violence in the north-west of the country.
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Hopes and fears for Arab mission to Syria

Wednesday, December 21st 2011, 21:48

What impact could Arab League mission have on Syria crisis?
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VIDEO: Massacre claim in Syrian village

Wednesday, December 21st 2011, 18:58

Syrian opposition activist groups have given a detailed, graphic account of what they say was an organised massacre in the country.
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Syria 'massacre': UN urged to act

Wednesday, December 21st 2011, 18:40

The Syrian opposition calls for emergency meetings of the UN Security Council and the Arab League to discuss an alleged massacre in Syria's north-west.
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VIDEO: Free Syrian Army 'poorly equipped'

Wednesday, December 21st 2011, 17:57

A journalist who went undercover with the dissident Free Syrian Army says it is poorly equiped and could be smashed by the Syrian army.
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'Nearly 200' die in Syria clashes

Wednesday, December 21st 2011, 10:39

Almost 200 people die in two days of clashes in Syria, activists say - as violence intensifies ahead of the arrival of a group of Arab observers.
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VIDEO: 'Last push' by Syrian regime?

Wednesday, December 21st 2011, 7:08

Scores of people have been killed in Syria during a second day of heavy bloodshed in various towns and cities, opposition activists say.
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Syria army deserters 'shot dead'

Tuesday, December 20th 2011, 10:18

Dozens of army deserters are shot dead by Syrian troops as they tried to flee their bases and join anti-government protests, activists say.
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Syria signs Arab League agreement

Monday, December 19th 2011, 18:33

Syria signs an agreement to allow observers to monitor its implementation of an Arab League initiative to end the crackdown on anti-government protests.
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Iraq 'positive' after Syria talks

Saturday, December 17th 2011, 21:41
related countries: Tunisia

An Iraqi delegation led by National Security adviser Falah al-Fayadh says it has held "positive" talks in Syria aimed at ending the violence there.
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Mass Syria rallies after prayers

Friday, December 16th 2011, 16:48

Syrian security forces reportedly open fire on anti-government protesters after hundreds of thousands took to the streets across the country.
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Russia in surprise UN Syria move

Friday, December 16th 2011, 1:48
related countries: Russia

Russia circulates a UN Security Council resolution aimed at resolving the crisis in Syria, in a move that surprised Western nations.
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Syrian forces 'given free rein'

Thursday, December 15th 2011, 7:42

Syrian soldiers were told to stop anti-government protests "by all means necessary", says Human Rights Watch, who interviewed dozens of defectors.
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Syria military convoy 'ambushed'

Wednesday, December 14th 2011, 15:47

Army defectors open fire on a military convoy in central Syria, killing eight soldiers, in retaliation for a deadly attack on civilians, activists say.
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Deadly clashes hit northern Syria

Tuesday, December 13th 2011, 17:56
related places: Idlib

Clashes have left at least 28 people dead in Syria, activists say, including 20 in the restive north-western province of Idlib.
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West 'immoral on Syria' - Russia

Tuesday, December 13th 2011, 12:25
related countries: Russia

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accuses the West of taking an "immoral" stance on Syria by refusing to condemn violence by the opposition.
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Court 'should probe Syria crimes'

Tuesday, December 13th 2011, 8:02

The UN human rights chief urges the Security Council to refer Syria to the International Criminal Court for its "criminal" suppression of anti-government protests.
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Uprising overshadows Syria polls

Monday, December 12th 2011, 20:29

Syria has held local elections despite an opposition boycott and fresh reports of fighting between troops and opposition forces in several regions.
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'18 killed' in fresh Syria unrest

Sunday, December 11th 2011, 18:19

At least 18 people are killed in fresh clashes in Syria, opposition activists say, as they call for a general strike against the government crackdown.
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Reports of new killings in Syria

Saturday, December 10th 2011, 20:15

Twelve people are reportedly killed in the latest clashes in Syria as fears grow of an offensive by government forces against the city of Homs.
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Deadly clashes hit Syrian cities

Friday, December 9th 2011, 18:19

At least 24 people are killed in renewed anti-government protests across Syria, activists say, with one report putting the toll at 35.
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Attack damages Syria oil pipeline

Thursday, December 8th 2011, 14:53

A major pipeline carrying oil to a refinery in Syria's restive Homs province is attacked, activists and the state-run news agency say.
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No guilt over crackdown - Assad

Wednesday, December 7th 2011, 16:51

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says he feels no guilt about his government's ongoing crackdown, despite reports of brutality by its forces.
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US ambassador to return to Syria

Tuesday, December 6th 2011, 17:42
related countries: United States
related places: Damascus

The US says its ambassador to Syria, Robert Ford, who was removed from the country after threats to his safety, is due to return to Damascus.
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'Corpses dumped' in Syrian city

Tuesday, December 6th 2011, 9:42
related places: Damascus

At least 34 people have been abducted and killed by pro-government militiamen in the city of Homs, activists say.
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Syria 'to sign Arab League deal'

Monday, December 5th 2011, 21:08

Syria responds "positively" to an Arab League initiative aimed at ending months of deadly unrest, as activists say 34 bodies are found dumped in a city square.
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Syria faces fresh Arab ultimatum

Sunday, December 4th 2011, 15:04
related places: Damascus

Damascus faces a new Sunday deadline to accept Arab League proposals to allow foreign observers in, as violence continues in Syria.
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Fresh Syria clashes leave 23 dead

Saturday, December 3rd 2011, 22:26

At least 23 people die in Syria as violence between army defectors and troops loyal to President Bashar al-Assad swells, activists say.
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UN passes tough Syria resolution

Friday, December 2nd 2011, 18:29

The UN Human Rights Council is to appoint a special investigator on Syria as part of a strongly-worded resolution condemning the violence there.
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Syria 'bans iPhones' amid unrest

Friday, December 2nd 2011, 17:51

Syria bans iPhones, reports say, in apparent effort to stop images of anti-Assad protests and the government's violent crackdown from getting out of the country.
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VIDEO: UN: Syria in state of 'civil war'

Thursday, December 1st 2011, 22:55

The main opposition group in Syria has struck a deal with insurgents calling themselves the Free Syrian Army to work together against the government of President Assad.
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Syria bloc to link with deserters

Thursday, December 1st 2011, 15:55
related countries: Turkey

Syria's main opposition bloc and the Free Army rebels agree to co-ordinate their action against President Bashar al-Assad, after talks in Turkey.
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Turkey imposes sanctions on Syria

Wednesday, November 30th 2011, 21:10

Turkey's foreign minister announces sanctions on Syria over its crackdown on protests, saying Syrian leaders have reached "the end of the road".
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Why Turkey is cautious over Syria

Wednesday, November 30th 2011, 17:44

Why Turkey is treading cautiously in exerting pressure on Syria
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Arab League is 'serious' on Syria

Wednesday, November 30th 2011, 1:52

The secretary general of the Arab League tells the BBC that its approval of unprecedented sanctions against Syria has sent a serious political message.
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Syria: The view from next door

Tuesday, November 29th 2011, 14:03

What's at stake for Syria's neighbours as crisis escalates
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Russia urges end to Syria threats

Tuesday, November 29th 2011, 12:55
related countries: Russia

Russia's foreign minister says no more ultimatums should be issued to Syria, a day after the west says more action is needed to end the violence.
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VIDEO: Who could lead Syria next?

Tuesday, November 29th 2011, 5:55

Syria's opposition is notoriously fragmented so could a cohesive group emerge and unite the many contrasting political and religious ideologies if the Assad regime were to crumble?
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Syria forces 'committed crimes'

Monday, November 28th 2011, 16:28

Syria's security forces have committed systematic "crimes against humanity" in their crackdown on anti-government protesters, a UN report says.
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Syrian government days 'numbered'

Monday, November 28th 2011, 14:21
related countries: France
related places: Damascus

French Foreign Minister Alain Juppe says time is running out for the Syrian leader after the Arab League agrees sanctions against Damascus.
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Arab League sanctions tighten grip on Syria

Sunday, November 27th 2011, 21:25

Syria may evade some sanctions, but Arab pressure mounts
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Arab League sanctions for Syria

Sunday, November 27th 2011, 17:51

The Arab League adopts unprecedented sanctions on Syria, including an asset freeze, in response to Syria's crackdown on anti-government protests.
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VIDEO: Sanctions 'a tough step' on Syria

Sunday, November 27th 2011, 16:39

The Arab League has approved sanctions against Syria, including an asset freeze and an embargo on investments.
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VIDEO: Arab League plans Syria sanctions

Sunday, November 27th 2011, 9:17
related countries: Egypt
related places: Cairo

Members of the Arab League have drafted a list of economic sanctions to impose on Syria, after a meeting in Cairo.
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Syria slowly inches towards civil war

Saturday, November 26th 2011, 20:00

The BBC goes undercover in Syria with the Free Army
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Syria defies Arab League deadline

Friday, November 25th 2011, 18:27

An Arab League deadline passes for Syria to allow in observers or face sanctions, as new evidence emerges of protests turning into an armed insurgency.
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VIDEO: Syria: BBC undercover in Homs

Friday, November 25th 2011, 18:08
related places: Damascus

An Arab League deadline for Syria to allow an observer mission or face sanctions has passed with no response from Damascus to the ultimatum.
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Syria faces Arab League deadline

Friday, November 25th 2011, 2:31
related countries: Egypt
related places: Cairo

Syria is a few hours away from a deadline to allow Arab League observers into the country, or face possible sanctions, as a months-long crackdown continues.
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VIDEO: Syrian rebel leader waiting in Turkey

Thursday, November 24th 2011, 17:51
related countries: Turkey

The BBC's John Simpson tracks down Colonel Riyad al-Asad, the leader of the rebel Free Syrian Army, who is waiting in Turkey and hoping for the overthrow of the current president, Bashar al-Assad.
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Syrian rebel leader waiting in Turkey

Thursday, November 24th 2011, 17:34
related countries: Turkey

Syrian rebel leader gives rare interview on campaign
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UN vote condemns Syria crackdown

Wednesday, November 23rd 2011, 0:05
related countries: Germany, United Kingdom

The United Nations human rights committee condemns Syria's crackdown on opposition protests, calling on it to implement an Arab League plan to end the violence.
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Syria 'must change' says Turkey

Monday, November 21st 2011, 22:33
related countries: Turkey

Turkey's president tells the BBC his country will not remain indifferent to the crisis in neighbouring Syria, calling for "fundamental reforms".
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VIDEO: Gul 'preparing for worst' in Syria

Monday, November 21st 2011, 21:56
related countries: Turkey

The Turkish President, Abdullah Gul, has told the BBC that Turkey is preparing for the worst in neighbouring Syria
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Turkish bus 'under fire in Syria'

Monday, November 21st 2011, 11:57
related countries: Turkey

A bus carrying Turkish Muslim pilgrims comes under gun attack in central Syria with two people injured, Turkish media and officials say.
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Arab League rejects Syria demand

Sunday, November 20th 2011, 15:20

The Arab League rejects a demand by Syria to alter its plan for ending the country's conflict, as President Assad vows not to bow to foreign pressure.
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Syria's Assad defies 'pressure'

Sunday, November 20th 2011, 9:33
related places: Damascus

Syria's President Assad says his country will not bow down to "pressure" and predicts its bloody conflict will continue.
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VIDEO: What impact can sanctions have on Syria?

Sunday, November 20th 2011, 4:54

Janey Mitchell reports on what form the Arab League's sanctions could take and their potential impact.
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Deadline passes for Syria action

Saturday, November 19th 2011, 22:08

Violence continues in Syria as a deadline set by the Arab League for the government to halt its crackdown on protesters passes.
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Hague set to meet Syrian rebels

Saturday, November 19th 2011, 4:41
related countries: United Kingdom
related places: London

British Foreign Secretary William Hague is to meet Syrian rebel leaders in London on Monday, the Foreign Office says.
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VIDEO: Syria 'to accept' League mission

Friday, November 18th 2011, 23:01

Syria has conditionally accepted an Arab League plan to send a mission to observe the implementation of proposals aimed at ending violence, a Syrian diplomatic source has told the BBC.
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Syria 'to accept' League mission

Friday, November 18th 2011, 19:06
related places: Damascus

Syria conditionally accepts an Arab League mission to observe the implementation of peace proposals aimed at ending violence, a Damascus source tells the BBC.
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