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Iraqis fleeing violence arrive at a Kurdish checkpoint next to a temporary displacement camp at Kalak. June 14, 2014. (Photo: Dan Kitwood/copyright Getty Images)

Iraqis fleeing violence arrive at a Kurdish checkpoint next to a temporary displacement camp at Kalak. June 14, 2014. (Photo: Dan Kitwood/copyright Getty Images)

Airstrikes as Iraqi Military Tries to Halt ISIS Advance

Reports of fight-back come as Iraq’s most senior Shia cleric calls for volunteers to fight insurgents.

15 Jun 14

Large Numbers of Syrian Children in Lebanon Out of School

Refugee families often prefer to have their children work because they need the income.

13 Jun 14

Ukraine Interior Minister Reports Tanks Arriving From Russia

13 Jun 14

A separatist fighter outside Donetsk airport, the scene of a battle between pro-Russia forces and the Ukrainian military on May 26, 2014. (Photo: Brendan Hoffman/copyright Getty Images)

A separatist fighter outside Donetsk airport, the scene of a battle between pro-Russia forces and the Ukrainian military on May 26, 2014. (Photo: Brendan Hoffman/copyright Getty Images)

Russia's Hybrid War in Ukraine

Mix of local irregulars, volunteers and some troops may not be enough to secure the win Moscow wants.

11 Jun 14

Ukraine Defence Ministry Says Things Not Going Moscow's Way

9 Jun 14

Ukraine Prosecutor Says Militants Responsible for 181 Deaths So Far

3 Jun 14

Ukrainian General Among 14 Dead in Helicopter Downing

29 May 14

Clashes Resume in Donetsk After Lull

28 May 14

On Syrian Leader's Home Ground, Many Mistrust Election

One voter describes upcoming presidential ballot as a “farce”.

27 May 14

Civil Defence Under Fire in Aleppo

Underpaid rescue workers have inadequate equipment and face huge risks.

27 May 14

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