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Rebel Alliance Makes Significant Advances Towards Syrian Capital

Rebel fighters make significant advances towards Damascus and Palmyra, challenging government-held territories in Syria.

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Rebels Attempting Operation To Encircle Damascus, Syrian Military Denies

Syrian rebels reportedly encircling Damascus while military denies retreat, amidst complex conflict narratives.

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Syrian troops withdraw from the south of the country as they rush to defend Homs

The Syrian army has withdrawn from much of southern Syria, leaving more areas of the country, including two provincial capitals, under the control of opposition fighters

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Damascus Gripped By Anxiety In Face Of Rebel Offensive

Like many others in the Syrian capital Damascus, student Shadi chose to stay home so he could keep up with the pace of events since rebels launched a shock offensive last week.

International Business Times

Rebel Offensive Threatens Assad Regime, Russia's Support Uncertain

Assad regime's survival in jeopardy as rebel forces advance, experts emphasize need for Russian military support.

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Can Syrian rebels maintain momentum and take Damascus?

Assad’s forces have offered little resistance so far, as attention turns to how his allies will react

The Guardian - UK

New Rebel Group In Southern Syria Aims For Damascus

Southern rebels in Syria escalate conflict, seizing border posts and advancing towards Damascus, challenging Assad regime.

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Syrian insurgents close in on Homs as advance towards Damascus continues

Opposition forces enter key towns north of Syria’s third largest city after taking control of Hama

The Guardian - UK

Syrian insurgents close in on Homs as they seek path to Damascus – forcing thousands to flee

Islamist-led opposition forces have captured Aleppo and Hama, catching President Assad’s regime off guard, and could soon have a route to the capital

The Independent UK

Syrian Insurgents Advance Towards Homs And Damascus

Syrian insurgents advance towards Homs after capturing key towns, escalating conflict in central Syria.

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Syrian insurgents enter 2 central towns, bringing them close to the city of Homs

Syrian opposition activists and pro-government media both say insurgents have entered two towns just north of the central city of Homs, bringing them closer to Syria’s third largest city

The Independent UK

Syria insurgents take control of key city of Hama in fresh blow to Assad

Army retreats from city and Insurgents say they will now push on towards Homs

The Independent UK

Syrian opposition forces capture key city of Hama in new blow to al-Assad

Main opposition armed group says rebels have full control of Hama, the fourth-largest city in the country.

Al Jazeera

Syria gov’t forces battle opposition fighters near city of Hama

Fierce battles continue in the outskirts of Hama as Syrian opposition fighters advance after capturing much of Aleppo.

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The Guardian - UK

‘We’ve seen this before’: residents of rebel-held Aleppo fear regime onslaught

Syria’s second largest city braces for possibility of president Bashar al-Assad revisiting brutal tactics used in civil war

The Guardian - AU

Who controls what territory in Syria?

War broke out in 2011 following the government’s repression of peaceful pro-democracy protests and has spiralled into a complex conflict

The Guardian - UK

Airstrikes hit hospitals in Syria’s Idlib region as insurgents fight Assad forces

White Helmets say at least 18 people killed in strikes on five healthcare facilities including maternity hospital

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‘We felt completely lost’: fears over reprisals from Damascus and Islamist rule in Aleppo

Syria’s second largest city left reeling after anti-government fighters seized control in surprise offensive

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The Guardian - UK

Syrian and Russian airstrikes hit Aleppo and Idlib after insurgents advance

Assad regime seeks to repel Islamist rebels in north as Iran’s top diplomat visits Damascus in show of support

The Guardian - UK

Syrian militants reach central Aleppo as government forces appear to retreat

Surprise offensive by rebels marks biggest challenge to Bashar al-Assad’s control in years

International Business Times

What Do We Know About Syrian Rebels' Major Offensive On Aleppo?

Rebel forces opposing President Bashar al-Assad have launched their biggest offensive in years this week, controlling a majority of Syria's second city of Aleppo according to a monitor.

International Business Times

Syria Jihadists, Allies Cut Key Highway As Escalating Violence Kills Around 200

Jihadist fighters cut the Damascus to Aleppo highway on Thursday during an offensive that a monitor says killed around 200, including civilians hit by Russian air force strikes.

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Israeli Strikes In Damascus Kill 15, Injure 16

Israeli strikes in Damascus and Syria cause civilian casualties and damage, targeting Islamic Jihad and Hezbollah. Ongoing tensions escalate with recent at...

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Monitor Says Militants Among 20 Killed In Israel Strikes On Syria

A war monitor said Israeli strikes in and around Damascus on Thursday killed 20 people including Palestinian militants and Iran-backed fighters, as attacks intensify during the Lebanon war.

Evening Standard

Israeli airstrikes on Damascus suburb in Syria 'kill 15 and injure 16'

Israeli military says strikes were targeting sites affiliated with the Islamic Jihad militant group in Syria

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