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Dedushka

Russia’s Decrepit Navy Led by the Admiral Kuznetsov Deployed to the Mediterranean Sea

She caught fire during a previous deployment to the Mediterranean in 2009.

ISIS Destroys Arch of Palmyra

ISIS Destroys Another Syrian Heritage – Roman Built Arch of Triumph

Members of islamic militant group ISIS have destroyed another ancient Syrian monument, the Arch of Triumph, which was built by the Romans 2,000 years ago in the city of Palmyra. The destruction of the arch was confirmed by observers on Sunday.

Syrian Rebel

US, Turkey Sign Deal To Train Syrian Rebels Fighting ISIS

After months of rigorous talks the United States and Turkey have finally sealed a deal Thursday to train Syrian rebels, as part of the U.S.-led coalition's efforts to destroy the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

Joe Manchin

U.S. Senator Joe Manchin Willing To Shut Government Down If Syrian Rebels Are Armed

U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) conveyed his opposition to President Barack Obama's plan to arm the rebels in Syria, saying he is willing to implement a government shutdown over the vote.

Syrian rebels

Islamic State, Syrian Rebels Strikes Ceasefire Deal Amidst U.S. War Against ISIL

The Islamic State reportedly struck a ceasefire deal with moderate Syrian rebels, despite Syrian force's deepening alliance with the United States in its war against the ISIL. Brokered by Al-Qaeda linked Al-Nusra Front, the deal was aimed at targeting the Syrian government instead, reports said.

UN

Filipino U.N. Peacekeepers Escape Rebels In Golan Heights, 45 Fijian Forces Remain Captive

Filipino U.N. peacekeepers safely escaped the assault of Syrian rebels in Golan Heights but 45 Fijian personnel remained captive.

Golan Heights

Rebel Factions In Syria Seize Border Crossing With Israel

Rebel factions in Syria, including Islamist and al Qaeda affiliates seized the only border crossing between Israel and Syria in Golan Heights, reports said. Experts believe that this development signifies a new dynamic in the regional conflict.

Suspected Australian Extremist Arrested in Philippines

An Australian Islamist suspecting of recruiting Filipino Muslims in support of the ISIS in Syria was arrested by local police on Friday, the first known link between Islamist extremists in Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

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