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Former inmates of Sednaya prison share chilling accounts of torture and abuse under the Assad regime's rule.

Russian state media reports that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has arrived in Moscow based on Kremlin sources, though the news is not confirmed by independent sources.

As the Syrian regime faces collapse again in the face of jihadist rebels, reports suggest that the family of President Bashar al-Assad has sought refuge in Russia. However, doubts remain over whether Russian President Vladimir Putin is willing to 'save' his ally Assad.

World leaders gather under heavy security for the reopening of Notre-Dame in Paris, five years after a devastating fire destroyed the iconic cathedral.

Volkswagen is considering selling its underutilized car factory in Nanjing, China, which may be the first of several sales in the country due to overcapacity concerns.

The US Secretary of State has urged Turkey to protect civilians in Syria, including minorities, in a discussion with the Turkish Foreign Minister.

Jihadist rebels are at the gates of Homs in Syria causing fear among the local population. Recent violence has led to over 800 casualties. Read more on the latest developments.

Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans states that increasing defense spending norm is not necessary to prevent war, despite NATO's call for more investment in defense.

Germany is considering sending troops to Ukraine in case of a possible ceasefire with the Russian aggressor. Paris and London are also contemplating similar actions.

An incident occurred on the Baltic Sea between a Russian ship and a helicopter belonging to the German military. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock briefly mentioned the incident at a NATO meeting in Brussels, highlighting concerns over ships involved in bypassing sanctions imposed on Russia in the Baltic Sea. Baerbock announced increased patrols in the region and tighter surveillance on underwater cables and pipelines following recent damage to two data cables in the area, potentially due to sabotage.

A tragic incident occurred on the island of Koh Samui, where a 24-year-old Russian actress, Kamilla Beliatskai, drowned after being swept off a rock by a powerful wave while meditating.

Georgian police deployed a water cannon and tear gas at new pro-European protests in the capital Tbilisi. Demonstrators carrying Georgian and European flags threw fireworks.

The constitutional court of Georgia has rejected the opposition's lawsuit challenging the election results, sparking controversy.

Dutch companies from the wind sector are stepping in to help Ukraine by building a series of windmills amidst the ongoing energy crisis in the war-torn country.

Recent cable breaks in Finland have raised concerns, with one cable intentionally damaged near Helsinki and investigations ongoing for another break. The Finnish government is closely monitoring the situation, with authorities cooperating with Sweden. This incident comes after previous disruptions in the Nordic region, highlighting the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.

The Malta summit marked the end of the Cold War, but recent events suggest otherwise. Learn about the historic meeting and its relevance today.

The death toll from the intensified conflict in Syria has risen above five hundred, according to an observatory group. The British-Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reports that in addition to hundreds of militants and military personnel, nearly dozens of civilians have been killed.

The Syrian civil war has intensified with various groups fighting against each other in Syria. The conflict has escalated with a major rebel offensive, leading to renewed clashes in the country.

Recent clashes between the Syrian government forces and jihadist terrorists have attracted involvement from other groups. Iraqi and Kurdish forces are now engaging in the conflict in Syria, with Iraqi militias likely supporting the Syrian government troops in Aleppo, the country's second-largest city.

US President Joe Biden has sparked surprise and criticism with the pardon he granted his son Hunter. This decision has raised questions and drawn both support and backlash from various political figures.

Iran has pledged full support to the Syrian government following rebel attacks on Aleppo, the country's second city.

Aleppo, a significant city in Syria, is now mostly under the control of jihadists, posing a major challenge for the Syrian regime led by Bashar al-Assad with the support of Russia. Read more for further details.

Russia, an ally of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, has intensified its air strikes on areas in Syria where rebels have gained ground in recent days, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.

Syrian rebels, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), have seized half of the city of Aleppo according to reports from the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The Syrian army is said to be retreating from the city.

An old American military base has been uncovered in Greenland, raising questions about what other hidden secrets lie beneath the melting ice cap.

The Russian currency is plunging in value, prompting the central bank of Russia to take action after a sharp decline in the ruble against the euro and dollar.

Italian police, in collaboration with European agencies, conduct large-scale raids on suspects involved in the illegal streaming of TV programs across Europe.

An old debt repayment deal between Ukraine and Russia turns sour as Russian military uses bombers sold by Ukraine against them.

A Russian officer who deserted has revealed that a Russian nuclear weapons base was on full alert on the day the invasion of Ukraine began.

Mexico vows to retaliate against any US tariff hike with its own, as tensions rise over Trump's threats to increase import duties on Mexican goods.