English

Syria war: US and Russia argue over truce

There are signs of growing tensions between the US and Russia over Syria – four days after a ceasefire came into effect in the country. Moscow warned it could resume air strikes on “moderate” rebel groups unless Washington did more to distance them from extremists. […]
English

Americans Who Died Fighting IS Come Home

DENVER, COLORADO — U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter presented flags Friday to the families of two men who never joined the U.S. military – but died fighting the Islamic State group in Syria – after their bodies returned to Colorado on Friday. The caskets of Levi […]
English

US Warns Russia Cease-fire Depends on Aleppo Aid

GAZIANTEP, TURKEY — The Obama administration is warning Russia that their military cooperation in Syria will not go forward unless humanitarian aid begins to reach Aleppo and other besieged areas. In a statement released by the State Department, Secretary of State John Kerry told Russian […]
Español

Maaloula, pueblo sagrado lleno de historia

Maaloula es un pueblo de la montaña siria predominantemente cristiano, está ubicado al noreste de Damasco, la capital del país. Tiene la distinción de albergar una población que todavía habla arameo. Esta presencia cristiana se afirma con los monasterios que se encuentran allí, entre ellos […]