Syria peace talks
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US and Russia Agree to a 'Cessation of Hostilities' and More Humanitarian Aid in Syria
US Secretary of State John Kerry said Thursday that a halt in fighting should take place in a week — but the deal doesn't involve the Islamic State.
Russian Bombs Killed 'at Least Three Children a Day' Last Month in Syria
Activists have documented the killing of at least 679 civilians by Russian airstrikes in January, out of at least 1,382 civilians killed in total.
Syrian Peace Talks Are Due to Start Today But No One Knows Who'll Be There
Talks between the Syrian regime and main opposition were scheduled to go ahead on Friday, but in the morning it was still uncertain what was expected and who would turn up.
Evacuation of Three Syrian Towns is Underway Thanks to Rare Ceasefire Deal
Iran and Turkey, which back opposing sides in the Syrian conflict, have helped bring about a ceasefire in besieged towns, allowing hundreds of families and scores of fighters to be bussed out.
Iran Could Help Broker Peace in Syria, Says EU Foreign Policy Head
The breakthrough in Iran nuclear negotiations could potentially turn the former pariah state into a positive influence on geopolitics, says the UN, calling on the country to push for Syrian peace.