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The War Next Door (Part 1)
In part one of a five-part series, VICE News correspondent Simon Ostrovsky gets exclusive access to an IDF special operation, highlighting an unusual relationship they have with their Syrian enemies across the border.
Islamic State Releases Propaganda Video Showing Public Services in Syrian Stronghold of Raqqa
The footage from the group appears to be an effort to promote life in its self-declared caliphate. It emerged as the Assad regime lost two military bases in Idlib province to al Qaeda affiliate Jabhat al-Nusra.
Unmasking of ShamiWitness Offers Glimpse Into the Bizarre World of Islamic State Twitter Fanboys
The man behind an influential pro-Islamic State Twitter account was revealed to be an Indian office worker, offering lessons for both journalists and wannabe militants.
The War Next Door (Trailer)
Coming soon: VICE News travels to Israel’s “quiet border” with Syria in the Golan Heights, where members of the al Qaeda-affiliate, al Nusra Front, are now a visible threat.
Syria and Iran Condemn Israeli Airstrikes Near Damascus
According to Syria and Iran, Sunday's attacks prove Tel Aviv is in league with extremist groups battling the Syrian government — and Russia has demanded an investigation.
New Evidence Suggests Israel Is Helping Syrian Rebels in the Golan Heights
A new UN report and incidents witnessed by VICE News reporters seem to indicate that Israel is aiding Syrian rebels in the Golan Heights territory.
US Airstrikes 'Hit Syrian Rebel Group' Fighting Islamic State
American aircraft bombed the Islamist Ahrar al-Sham brigade, according to activists — a move which could turn members of the Western-backed opposition against the US and even boost support for IS.
Syrian Al-Qaeda Leader Threatens Attacks on West
The warning from Jabhat al-Nusra is a sign that the strikes may have boosted support for the groups they are intended to destroy.
Airstrikes Pound Islamic State Forces in Syria As Rebels Gain An Unlikely Ally
As Islamic State fighters sweep across northern Syria, airstrikes by the Assad regime may help beleaguered rebels hold them back.
A US Citizen Just Blew Himself Up in Syria, Rebels Say
If reports are confirmed, Abu Hurayra al-Amriki will be the first known American to have become a suicide bomber in Syria.
Al Qaeda Accused of 'Making the Mujahideen Sad'
ISIS criticized al Qaeda’s official Syrian affiliate Jabhat al-Nusra in an audio recording posted to jihadist internet forums on Sunday.
In Photos: Running with the Wolves of Syria
VICE News entered Syria’s northwestern Idlib province to embed with the Syrian Revolutionaries Front, a Saudi-backed coalition.