Meet the Men Who Helped Save Syria, Putin Tells Assad
The two leaders share hugs and handshakes, heaping praise on the Russian military campaign supporting the regime, despite allegations of civilian deaths.
Syria's Ancient Palmyra Lion Saved From ISIS, Restored
The 2,000-year-old Lion of al-Lat statue is a symbol of peace, but its restoration is only a reprieve from the death and destruction Palmyra has witnessed.
Russia Fires Cruise Missiles At ISIS Near Palmyra
Moscow ordered its Admiral Essen frigate and Krasnodar submarine to open fire.
Is Trump Letting Syria's Murderous Assad Off the Hook?
The administration understands Bashar al-Assad's utter subordination to Iran for the sake of Hezbollah.
ISIS Executed Muslims for 'Turning Back on Islam'
After defeating the Islamic State group in Palmyra, the Syrian army escorted journalists around the ancient city, revealing ISIS' legacy of death and destruction.
Russia Suffered Higher Syria Losses Than Official Toll
Eighteen Russian citizens fighting alongside Syrian government forces have been killed since January 29.
Israel Prompts Retaliation With Syria Airstrikes
Syria responded by deploying air defense systems.
ISIS Damages Ancient Roman Monument in Palmyra
The extensive damage to the Tetrapylon is discovered after Russians and Syrians forced the militants out of the ancient city.
Russia 'Mistakenly' Orders 20,000 Syria Veteran Medals
Moscow has already ordered more than 10,000 medals for the conflict.
ISIS Destroys Facade of Roman Amphitheater in Palmyra
The group also destroyed the tetrapylon, a cubic-shaped ancient Roman monument.
ISIS Executes 12 in Palmyra, Including Teachers
The group carried out beheadings, some in the ancient city's 2nd century Roman amphitheater.
Russian Calendar Under Fire From Syrian Model In It
The calendar is dedicated to Russia's troops and features young Syrian women with puns and quotes such as "The fate of my Palmyra is in your hands."
Putin Blames Lack of U.S.-Assad Cooperation For Palmyra
The Russian president said control of Palmyra is "purely symbolic."
ISIS Recaptures Ancient Syrian City of Palmyra
It comes in spite of a Russian bombardment that forced the group out of the city Sunday.
ISIS's Devastation of Nimrud: Photos
The 3,330-year-old city was once a capital of the Assyrian empire.
Assad Turns on ISIS in a Last-Ditch Bid for Legitimacy
So far, the Syrian regime has largely avoided fighting ISIS, preferring instead a live-and-let-live strategy and, at times, even coordinating with it.
Targeting Cultural Antiquities Destroys Heritage
UNESCO director general says the world is still grappling with how to deal with terrorists' razing of celebrated cultural sites.
Russia's Troops Strengthen Grasp on Syria: Report
CNN's correspondents report Russia's presence in Syria is much stronger than expected.
Russian Conductor Performs Concert in Liberated Palmyra
Famous conductor leads the Mariinsky Symphony Orchestra in concert at city's Roman Theater.
Palmyra Arch Replica Unveiled in London
A replica of the 1,800-year-old Arch of Triumph in Palmyra, Syria, destroyed last year by the Islamic State militants, was erected in London.
ISIS Kills 21 Christians in Syrian Town: report
Syrian government forces recently recaptured the town of Al-Qaryatain.
New Images of Palmyra Reveal Scale of ISIS Destruction
Before and after images of key landmarks razed by ISIS in Palmyra.
How ISIS Makes Millions From Stolen Antiquities
The militants are netting up to $200 million a year from the illicit trade, according to Russia's ambassador to the U.N.
Should We 3-D Print a New Palmyra?
Million Image Database Project at Oxford has 3-D printed the arch from Palmyra's Temple of Bel, due to be unveiled in London this month.
Replica of Palmyra's to Be Unveiled in London
A replica of Palmyra's 2,000-year-old Arch of Triumph, destroyed by Islamic State, will be displayed in London next month.
Assad Says Syria Needs Russian Bases to Beat ISIS
The Syrian leader accused the U.S. of not being "serious" about fighting jihadists.
Photos Show Destruction of Palmyra But a City Preserved
Directorate of Syrian Antiquities shows damage to city's museum and the Temple of Bel.
Putin Ally: U.S. Has Not Thanked Russia for Palmyra
A Russian-backed offensive drove ISIS out of the ancient city over the weekend.
Inside Putin's and Assad's War Against ISIS
Syrian government forces are trying to extend their gains after retaking control of Palmyra.
Syrian, Russian Forces Drive ISIS Out of Palmyra
Syrian army says a "mortal blow" inflicted on militants who seized the city last year and dynamited its ancient temples.