Syria Civil war

Syrian government forces pose strong resistance to surprise assault launched by rebels and jihadists.

Relations between Middle East neighbours at new low after Damascus claims its forces shot down Israeli jet

A report by Unicef states that the coping mechanisms for the children and their families are eroding.

In some regions of Syria there is only one psychiatrist to assist over 1 million people.

The jet's cockpit was found empty as reports suggest the pilot may have ejected safely before the crash.

Forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad lost the ancient city to Isis for a second time late last year.

Rebel groups have warned that continued government strikes against them have put ceasefire in jeopardy.

Amnesty International report claims that up to 13,000 people were hanged at Saydnaya prison.

The talks are due to take place on 23 January following talks between Russia, Turkey and Iran

Syria has been ravaged by a civil war between anti-government rebel forces and the Assad regime.

The area controls Damascus' water supply and over 5 million people have been without water since December.

Suspect claims blogger Sofiene Chourabi and photographer Nadhir Ktari executed in Derna after IS court order.

Turkish President Erdogan said he has 'confirmed evidence' that the US supported terrorists in Syria.

The Syrian Army announced the 'turning point' on state-run television.

In this gallery, IBTimes UK looks back at the year in four countries ripped apart by conflict: Syria, Iraq, Libya and Yemen.

Their aim was 'to convince viewers that those pictures are the outcome of the ongoing events in the city of Aleppo'.

Vitaly Churkin, Russian ambassador to the UN, labelled the resolution a 'disaster'.

Initial reports suggest fighting was between Ahrar al-Sham and al-Nusra Front.

In his posts, Assad reportedly praised the 'people of Aleppo', deeming the victory ' history in the making'.

Evacuation could 'take days' as the exact number of people still awaiting rescue remains unclear.

IBTimes UK looks back at five years of bitter conflict that have left the historic city in ruins.

Assad supporters can be seen in the streets celebrating but war is far from over.

Daesh fighters have entered from the north and west of the city, according to activists.

The 11th century minaret at the mosque was destroyed three years ago and sections of the medieval souk were burned down.

Russia argues that a ceasefire in besieged Syrian city would allow 'terrorists' to regroup.

Battle for northern city has been deadlocked for four years but government has made new breakthroughs.

Government officials say they want to 'liberate' area, calling the opposition fighters 'terrorists' and accusing them of holding civilians hostage.

UN human rights chief condemns attacks on rebel-held east Aleppo as 'crimes of historic proportions'.

The victory is significant as it was the first district to be captured by rebels in 2012.

Abdelilah Himich, also known as Abu Suleiman Al-Faransi, is believed to be living in Syria.