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Obama, Turkey's Erdogan Reaffirm Urgency of Ending Bloodshed in Syria

May 16, 2013

Obama, Turkey's Erdogan Reaffirm Urgency of Ending Bloodshed in Syria

News Wrap: Syrian Government Accuses Rebels of Chemical Attack in the North
March 19, 2013
In other news Tuesday, rebel forces were accused of launching a chemical attack in Northern Syria, but the rebels denied they fired any chemical weapons. Also, seven U.S. Marines were killed during a training exercise in Nevada after a mortar unexpectedly exploded.
Examining the Decision to Provide Humanitarian Aid to Syrian Opposition Forces
Feb. 28, 2013
The U.S. has volunteered for a new role in the Syria conflict: providing food and medical aid to the opposition. To hear how this new decision may impact the situation, Ray Suarez talks with Steven Heydemann of the United States Institute of Peace and Steven Simon of the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
U.S. Promises Food and Medical Help to Opposition Forces in Syria
Feb. 28, 2013
Despite an earlier stance, Secretary of State John Kerry announced that the United States will begin giving food and medical aid to Syrian rebel forces. Kerry highlighted that this aid will be non-lethal, meaning arms will not be included. Ray Suarez reports on the decision from the Obama administration.
Powerful Car Bomb Attack Kills More Than 50 People in Damascus
Feb. 21, 2013
The explosion of at least three car bombs rocked the Syrian capital of Damascus, killing more than 50 people and injuring hundreds. Lindsey Hilsum of Independent Television News reports. Margaret Warner talks with Zeina Karam of the Associated Press about the way Damascus represents the "end game" for the rebel forces.
One Month in Damascus: A Photographer's War Story
Feb. 21, 2013
DAMASCUS, Syria | In a month on the frontline of Syria's war, Goran Tomasevic of Reuters saw rebels defend a swath of suburbs in the capital, mount complex mass attacks, manage logistics, treat their wounded -- and die.
For Syrian Refugees in Jordan, Welcome Might Be Wearing 'Thin'
Feb. 15, 2013
The conflict between anti-government and regime forces in Syria -- pushing two years now -- has forced hundreds of thousands of Syrians from their homes and created a humanitarian nightmare for aid groups and others trying to help them.
White House, Cabinet Split on What to Do About Civil War in Syria
Feb. 8, 2013
Should the U.S. arm Syrian rebels? Ray Suarez examines a growing rift between the White House and members of the president's Cabinet over what should be done about the Syrian conflict with Andrew Tabler of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and Vali Nasr of the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.
Syrian Refugees Seeking Safety in Lebanon Find More Crises
Feb. 6, 2013
As the civil war in Syria rages on, refugees have fled to nearby Lebanon. Unfortunately, that move has brought new challenges, including inadequate supplies, discrimination, winter weather and hunger. The NewsHour sent video journalist Paige Kollock to Lebanon to report on the crisis first-hand. Ray Suarez reports.
Former USAID Official: U.S. Funding Underground Networks to Help Syrians
Feb. 6, 2013
Mark Bartolini has led the U.S effort in providing humanitarian aid to Syrians as director of the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance, a division of USAID. He describes what the United States is doing in the region.
Syria Littered With Tanks, Bombed Buildings
Feb. 6, 2013
Damages mount in Syria as fighting between government and anti-government forces continues for nearly two years.
Syrian Refugee: 'Maybe God Will Help Us'
Feb. 6, 2013
Maryam Al Okla is one of hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees battling through winter in an unfamiliar place -- living in cramped quarters with very little money and an uncertain future.
Dispatch: Syria's Internally Displaced Depend on Handouts
Feb. 6, 2013
AZAZ, Syria -- Ten-year-old Nesma shouted in Arabic, her eyes furious and filling with tears. Standing at the back of a line of dozens of veiled women and young girls, she had lost patience waiting for her 4-month-old sister's diaper and formula ration to be doled out by the camp distribution officer.
End Not Yet in Sight, Syria's Two-Year Conflict Reaches Grim Milestone
Jan. 4, 2013
As Syria's civil war nears the two-year mark, the United Nations reports an rapid uptick in casualties: Of the 60,000 mostly-civilians who have been killed, 90 percent died in 2012. Ray Suarez talks to NPR's Deborah Amos about the conflict, the stalemate and its human toll.
Violence Escalates in Rebel-Government Fight Over Control of Damascus
Jan. 4, 2013
Bombs and airstrikes were on the uptick in Damascus and its surrounding suburbs as rebel fighters and government troops clashed in attempts to take control of Syria's capital. Ray Suarez reports on the latest advances in the country's nearly two-year long conflict, which has left more than 60,000 dead, according to the U.N.
As Fighting Continues in Damascus, Syrians Still Seek Sense of Normal Life
Dec. 19, 2012
While the U.N. estimates that one million Syrians will have fled their homeland by June 2013, many Syrians are attempting to stay within their communities, and in shelters if necessary, in hopes of maintaining some sense of normality despite the losses and disruptions of civil war. Alex Thomson of ITN reports.
As Syrian Rebels Receive Endorsement, Will They Also Get Military Assistance?
Dec. 12, 2012
While the endorsement of the Syrian National Council could pave the way for more international aid, questions remain over whether countries such as the U.S. will provide military assistance to rebels. Gwen Ifill talks to Atlantic Council's Fred Hof and National Defense University's Murhaf Jouejati about what's next for Syria.
U.S., International Governments Formally Recognize Syrian Rebel Coalition
Dec. 12, 2012
The U.S. and more than 100 other countries formally recognized a new coalition of Syrian rebel groups known as the Syrian National Council. Meanwhile, rebels launched more attacks around the capital city Damascus and elsewhere. Gwen Ifill reports.
Syrian Opposition, International Community Strategize for Ending War, Transition
Dec. 6, 2012
As time seems to be running out for President Assad's government, how prepared is the Syrian opposition to take over? Jeffrey Brown talks to Fred Hof, former special adviser to Secretary of State Clinton, about the potential roles played by the U.N., the U.S. and Russia to end Syria's war and inspire a transition of leadership.
Secretary of State Meets with Russian Official to Push for End to Syria's War
Dec. 6, 2012
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton held surprise talks with Russia's foreign minister to discuss continued unrest in Syria. While Russia stated that no hard decisions were made, these discussions may be the first sign of unified diplomatic action to stop violence between rebels and government troops. Jeffrey Brown reports.
Refugees Take Shelter Underground in Abandoned Syrian Town
Dec. 5, 2012
Independent Television News' John Irvine reports from a town called Sirjilla in the Idlib region of Syria. Bombed out and virtually abandoned by its residents, the town now provides an underground home for hundreds of refugees.
Preventing Syrian Chemical Weapons Threat From Becoming Deadly Reality
Dec. 5, 2012
Though the White House and State Department made statements about the possibility of Syria deploying chemical weapons against rebels, much remains unknown about when, how and what combination of chemicals might be used by Assad's forces. Jeffrey Brown talks to Leonard Spector of the Monterey Institute of International Studies.
World Watches for Signs of Syria Moving Toward Use of Chemical Weapons
Dec. 5, 2012
As the Syrian civil war moves closer to government-controlled Damascus, fears among the international community have increased that President Assad may resort to chemical warfare. The Syrians' stockpiles are known to be the largest in the world, mostly made up of sarin nerve gas, mustard gas and cyanide. Jeffrey Brown reports.
New Indications Regime Ally Russia May Change Position on Syrian Conflict
Dec. 4, 2012
Reports indicate that Russia, once allied to the Syrian government, may be shifting toward persuading President Assad to step down. Judy Woodruff talks to Dimitri Simes of the Center for the National Interest and U.S. Institute of Peace's Steven Heydemann on the challenges ahead for the Syrian opposition should the regime fall.
Fearing Syria's Chemical Weapons, NATO Sends Anti-Missile Systems to Turkey
Dec. 4, 2012
In Brussels, NATO members approved Turkey's request for anti-missile systems to defend against Syrian shelling and rocket fire landing on the Turkish side of the countries' shared border. Meanwhile, NATO repeated U.S. concerns over a rise in the Syrian government's stockpiles of chemical weapons. Judy Woodruff reports.
As Rebels Step Up Pressure on Damascus, Signs of New Phase for Syrian Conflict
Nov. 29, 2012
As fighting near Damascus intensifies, widespread communication disruptions in Syria signals that the conflict is entering a new phase, with the rebels gaining ground. Margaret Warner talks to the Washington Institute's Andrew Tabler about the latest developments and how jihadists and Salafists are aiding the rebel cause.

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Israeli Strike on Syria Shows Growing Lawlessness Along Border, Analysts Say

May 6, 2013

An Israeli airstrike on a military research facility near Damascus, Syria, last weekend killed 42 Syrian soldiers, reported the Associated Press, and raised the specter of the Syrian conflict pulling in more regional players.

Millions of Syrians Are Uprooted But Unable to Flee Worn-torn Country

April 5, 2013

Millions of Syrians Are Uprooted But Unable to Flee Worn-torn Country

U.S. Believes Syrian Regime Has Used Chemical Weapons, Waits for Confirmation

April 25, 2013

U.S. Believes Syrian Regime Has Used Chemical Weapons, Waits for Confirmation

Bringing the Classroom to Jordan's Exploding Refugee Population

April 5, 2013

The number of Syrian refugees escaping to neighboring Jordan has surpassed 400,000 with thousands more arriving each day. Many of the refugees are children, who normally would be in school but instead are hunkering down in refugee camps.