U.S., Russian militaries sharing more information on Syria In the discussions, Russia has made clear its counterterrorism priority in Syria is retaking the ancient city of Palmyra, officials said. The U.S. is determined to pressure IS' headquarters in Raqqa.December 27, 2016
'It was a deception:' Ex-Somali refugees regret coming home Thousands of Somalis have left Dadaab, the world's largest refugee camp, in neighboring Kenya, sometimes under pressure, after the Nairobi government announced it would close the camp.December 27, 2016
U.S. issues travel warning for Egypt, Jordan The U.S. State Department is urging Americans to consider the risks before traveling to Egypt or Jordan after recent terrorist attacks in both countries.December 25, 2016
Assad won back Aleppo, but immense challenges lie ahead Hundreds of people returned to eastern Aleppo neighborhoods on Friday to check on their homes after the last opposition fighters left the city, picking through debris and wreckage for personal belongings blasted by years of fighting.December 23, 2016
Iraq bombs kill 23, disrupt return to normal life in Mosul Zaid Ahmed's barber shop in the Gogjali district of Mosul was packed with customers Thursday when the first of three car bombs ripped through the outdoor food market outside. Ahmed was unharmed, but when he made a dash for safety, the second blast hit.December 22, 2016
Aleppo city returns to full government control after 4 years The Syrian city of Aleppo returned to government control Thursday after the last remaining opposition fighters and civilians evacuated, ending a four-year rebel hold over parts of the country.December 22, 2016
After Berlin attack, fears rise in Europe over strikes on soft targets As ISIS loses ground in Syria and Iraq, police in Europe are concerned the group may step up attacks in the holiday season. Meanwhile, Muslims in Europe report increased harassment and discrimination.December 21, 2016
Turkey, Russia vow cooperation after ambassador's killing The two nations were already trying to resolve their differences over the war in Syria since Turkey shot down a Russian military jet along the Syrian border last year.December 20, 2016
Evacuation of East Aleppo brought to a halt Thousands of civilians and dozens of wounded people have been evacuated from the small section of Aleppo still controlled by surrendering rebels. But now the movement out of the city has stopped.December 16, 2016