In a cooperative move with Shiite group, Assad forces retake area near Damascus as rebel factions fight among themselves

Defending failed bid to enter coalition, opposition leader says there was a ‘unique moment’ for progress with ‘moderate Arab leaders’ but PM ‘ran away’

Netanyahu sends condolences to Sissi as investigators probe whether Paris-Cairo flight carrying 66 people was downed by bomb

Journalist credited with many exclusive interviews, perception-changing reports, is eulogized in a tribute aired by the show he worked on

Makeshift center of worship provides spiritual relief to hundreds of migrants facing hardship in Israel

Palestinian, 16, arrested in possession of butterfly knife, allegedly admits to intending to attack police

Majority of respondents in one survey say incumbent is better suited for post, while second survey shows less of a divide

Among activities were stilt walkers, two bands, five singers, hockey rink, basketball hoop and video games