Syria, Russia and UN

Russia Strongly Backs Syrian Leadership, Says Rebels Are Getting Support From Outside
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Wednesday that it strongly backs the actions of the Syrian leadership to counter an offensive by what it said were terrorist groups receiving support, including drones and training, from outside the country.
Russia, US clash at UN over escalation in Syria fighting
Russia and the United States clashed at the United Nations on Tuesday, accusing each other of supporting terrorism during a Security Council meeting convened over a sudden escalation of fighting in Syria.
Russia and US disagree at UN Security Council on fighting in Syria
Members of the United Nations Security Council are divided over the recent escalation of fighting between Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government and opposition forces.
Russia and Syria launch airstrikes in northern Syria as rebels advance
As Syrian and Russian jets continue pounding targets, two airstrikes hit a group of four hospitals and the health directorate building in Idlib city, according to the Syrian Civil Defense that operates in opposition-held areas,
Russia's UN Envoy Accuses Ukraine Of Aiding Islamist Rebels In Syria
Russia's ambassador to the United Nations on Tuesday accused Ukrainian intelligence services of aiding rebels fighting Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad's government, saying some fighters were "openly flaunting" the association.
Russia’s UN ambassador accuses Ukraine of aiding Syria rebels
Russian envoy claims an ‘identifiable trail’ links Ukraine GUR military intelligence service to rebel fighters.
Syria's civil war reignites in dramatic fashion as Russia joins airstrikes on rebels who seized Aleppo
Syria's civil war has taken a dramatic turn, with dictator Bashar Assad once again leaning on Russian support after a shock ...
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of ...
Syria's 13-year frozen war has ignited again after allies Russia and Iran let down their defenses
Syrian government forces and their Russian allies are battling to hold back the offensive, with Russia launching airstrikes ...
Former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger on Russia, Syria and cyberwarfare
On this week's episode of The World podcast, Yalda and Richard are joined by former MI6 'C' Sir Alex Younger who was head of ...
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Explained: What Does The Aleppo Setback Mean For Russia’s Power In Syria?
Russia’s strategic gamble in Syria, once hailed as a symbol of its resurgence as a global power, now faces critical ...
Map Shows Middle East Alliances: Russia, Iran, Israel, Syria
As rebels make progress in their fight against Assad's government, Newsweek has mapped the regional approach to the conflict.
Russia and Syria bomb rebel-held Idlib as Assad prepares major counter-attack
Russia has replaced the general in charge of its forces in Syria as rebel forces continue their lightning offensive in the ...
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Syria’s conflict was never going to stay frozen. A new push for a lasting peace is needed
Russia and Iran-backed militias are moving to prop up Bashar al-Assad, as opposition forces advance. But a political solution ...