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U.S. Steps Up Warnings to Russia Over Syria's Idlib, Military De-Confliction

"This is a dangerous conflict. It needs to be brought to an end. Russia needs to change its policies," James Jeffrey said.

350K Syrians Have Fled Russian-Led Assault in Idlib, UN Says

Residents and rescuers said dozens of towns and villages were in ruins from weeks of intensive aerial bombing.

Over 230,000 People Flee Idlib in Two-Week Russian-Backed Offensive

The UN said 235,000 civilians had fled their homes in rebel-held northwestern Syria during a Russian-backed campaign of air strikes and shelling this month...

Russia, Turkey, Iran Agree Steps to Ease Tensions in Syria's Idlib Despite Lingering Differences

The summit of the three countries aimed to find a lasting truce in Syria.

Putin's ‘Chef’ Preps Soldiers for Final Assault on Syrian Rebels

Hundreds of freelance fighters who answer to the businessman are amassing for a full-scale assault that’s expected to start within weeks.

Russia Denies Its Troops Are Fighting in Northwest Syria

"Russia has had no and has no ground forces in Syria," the Defense Ministry said.

Over 500 Civilians Dead After Russian-Led Assault in Syria

Russia and its Syrian army ally deny their jets hit indiscriminately civilian areas.

UN Chief Urges Russia and Turkey to Stabilize Syria's Idlib 'Without Delay'

Russia co-sponsored a de-escalation pact for the area that has been in place since last year.

Russia Carries Out Air Strikes Against Militants in Syria's Idlib – Reports

The Turkish army had asked for Russia to protect its troops by striking "terrorists in Idlib."

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