For people of Syrian descent with Maryland ties, the news of rebels toppling the Assad regime has been met with mixed ...

Former foreign minister Alexander Downer discusses the “real uncertainty” around Syria’s rule and which regime will come to ...

Assad served as president since 2000 after taking over from his father, who ruled Syria for nearly three decades. Under the ...

Military and political analysts said winning the war in Ukraine has become an all-encompassing goal for Mr. Putin. That ...

Assad's departure marks a significant shift in Middle East power dynamics, weakening Iran and Russia's influence.