Conflict

Cold Steel and Christians in Ukraine's Fight

Improvisation is the order of the day for rough-and-ready volunteers.

Disillusioned Syrian IDPs Consider Resettlement Offer

Even people who used to support rebels are losing hope and would consider government’s housing offer.

Repeat Displacement from Northwest Syrian Town

As Kafrouma becomes a battleground, waves of civilians seek refuge in neighbouring towns and villages.

Chaotic Routes Out of East Ukraine

Some manage to travel freely, while others run the gauntlet through checkpoints and crossfire.

Air Strike Aims Questioned in Aleppo Region

In the town of al-Bab, ISIS fighters have melted away, but they are still there.

Syria: Whose Side Was That Plane On?

Civilians in Aleppo grapple with politics of an intervention that some see as arbitrary and misdirected.

Philippines Probes Alleged ISIS Links in South

Officials insist there is no direct link between Syrian/Iraqi militants and their supporters in Mindanao.

On Target in Syria?

In Deir al-Zor, it isn’t just ISIS members who think coalition air strikes will strengthen the Assad regime.

Survivor Recounts Iraqi Prison Massacre

Islamic State members slaughtered hundreds of Shia inmates after overrunning Mosul jail.

After Partial Pullout, Russia Still has Units in Southeast Ukraine