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Glass has reported extensively from the Middle East and travelled frequently in Syria over several decades. Here he melds together reportage, analysis, and history to provide an accessible overview of the origins and permutations defining the conflict, situating it clearly in the overall crisis of the region. His voice, elegant and concise, humane and richly informed, is a vital antidote to the sloganizing that shapes so much commentary and policy concerning the civil war.

Aya is 11 years old and has just arrived in Britain with her mum and baby brother, seeking asylum from war in Syria. When Aya stumbles across a local ballet class, the formidable dance teacher spots her exceptional talent and believes that Aya has the potential to earn a prestigious ballet scholarship. But at the same time, Aya and her family must fight to be allowed to remain in the country, to make a home for themselves and to find Aya's father - separated from the rest of the family during the journey from Syria.

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A look back at what's happened in Syria since 2011.

Syria; Alternative Dialogues is a podcast that provides a platform for knowledge production and evidence-based dialogue about domestic and transnational political, economic and social challenges in Syria’s protracted conflict. For more information about the hosting organisations; www.scpr-syria.org www.arabstudiesinstitute.org www.securityincontext.com Sister organisations: https://www.jadaliyya.com/ https://www.statushour.com/ Background music: "Arabian", by artist: Serge Quadrado, License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/

With ISIS’ defeat in Syria looming and Assad’s regime likely to regain the entire country before long, the United States should recognize the limits of its intervention and avoid getting dragged into an endless war. Instead, it should focus its efforts on helping refugees outside Syria.

A profound and searching exploration of the herbs, foodways, and land-based medicines of Lebanon and Canaan—a deep invitation to remember and reconnect to our roots amid displacement and in diaspora. Herbalist and author Layla K. Feghali shares a nuanced and layered cultural history of the...

Welcome to Syria! Picnic with locals at the ancient ruins of Palmyra. Taste rich foods like kibbeh and fattoush. Learn about the people, places, and traditions of this fascinating Middle Eastern country.

This series, "Syria: A Journey Through History and Conflict," explores the rich and complex narrative of Syria, from its ancient role as the cradle of civilization to its prominence during the Islamic Golden Age. It delves into the nation's colonial struggles, the rise of the Assad regime, and the devastating Syrian Civil War, shedding light on its political, cultural, and humanitarian dimensions. The series concludes by examining Syria's ongoing challenges and efforts to rebuild, offering a nuanced perspective on its enduring resilience and hope for the future.

Syria Shows is where the truth about Syria finds its voice. Hosted by a Syrian journalist who has been documenting, analysing, and speaking out against tyranny since 2011. This show dives deep into the stories shaping Syria and the region ; stories often ignored or misunderstood by the world. Through every episode, we bring context, clarity, and a Syrian perspective on the events that affect our homeland and its people. This is not just news, it’s a journalistic journey to make the world see Syria through Syrian eyes. Follow me on X: https://x.com/realali

Syria: The Inconvenient Revolution (STIR) is a podcast by British-Syrian writer and activist Leila Al-Shami (Burning Country: Syrians in Revolution anda War) and Elia Ayoub (The Fire These Times, Hauntologies) on the history and politics of Syria, and in particular since the 2011 revolution. This is a production of the From The Periphery Media Collective. To support us head out to https://www.patreon.com/fromtheperiphery

Ultimate soldier. Ultimate mission. But can the SAS storm a fortress prison held by Muslim terrorists to rescue a group of British tourists? In 1994, in the newly independent state of Uzbekistan, a party of mostly British tourists is on a day excursion from the fabled city of Samarkand when...

Ultimate soldier. Ultimate mission. But can the SAS prevent the launch of Exocet missiles at the British Task Force? May 1982: as the British Task Force prepares to retake the Falkland Islands, a lone Sea King helicopter makes an apparently forced landing in the southernmost reaches of Chile...

From Qasem Soleimani to the nuclear deal, a deeply reported exploration of Iran’s decades-long power struggle with the United States—in the tradition of Steve Coll’s Ghost Wars and Lawrence Wright’s The Looming Tower “A front-row view of the spy games, assassinations, political...

Embark on a captivating journey through the Holy Land and Syria as they were in the early 20th century. Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Palestine, and other remarkable sacred sites in this historic region. Summary by BettyB.

Dive into the captivating world of ancient civilizations with History of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, a monumental twelve-volume work by the pioneering Egyptologist Gaston Maspero. Translated from the original French, this masterwork, published between 1903 and 1904, showcases Masperos dedication to the exploration of ancient cultures. As a largely self-taught scholar, he led significant archaeological missions, including the renowned Institut Franßais d‚Archologie Orientale. Notably, he expanded research at Saqqara, uncovering thousands of hieroglyphic inscriptions that ...

Dive into the rich tapestry of ancient civilizations with Volume 4 of History Of Egypt, Chald¶a, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, a monumental work by one of the pioneers of modern Egyptology, Gaston Maspero. Originally published between 1903 and 1904, this twelve-volume series, translated from the French Histoire ancienne des peuples de lOrient classique, sheds light on the intricate histories of these ancient cultures. Maspero, a self-taught master in hieroglyphic translation, led significant archaeological missions and expanded the understanding of Egyptian antiquities. In this volume, he ...

Delve into the rich tapestry of ancient history with History of Egypt, Chald¶a, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, the monumental work of one of the pioneers of modern Egyptology. Translated from the French original, Histoire ancienne des peuples de lOrient classique by E. L. McClure and published between 1903 and 1904, this twelve-volume series showcases the expertise of Gaston Maspero, a largely self-taught master of hieroglyphic translation. In 1880, Maspero led a French archaeological mission that would evolve into the Institut Franßais d‚Archologie Orientale. He succeeded Mariette as the ...

Delve into the captivating world of ancient civilizations with History of Egypt, Chald¶a, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, a monumental twelve-volume work by one of the pioneers of modern Egyptology, Gaston Maspero. This masterful translation by M. L. McClure, published between 1903-1904, draws from Masperos extensive knowledge and passion for hieroglyphics. After leading a French archaeological mission in 1880 that evolved into the Institut Franßais d‚Archologie Orientale, Maspero made significant strides in understanding Egypts rich history. His groundbreaking discoveries at Saqqara, where...

Night falls for the three million Syrians waiting in refugee camps in Turkey. As they lie on rocky ground some of them dream of home, some of the day they’ll be reunited with their families, and some, like Ayamin, are sick of dreaming. Seventeen, independent, and hungry for more, Ayamin packs her tent and sets off on foot across the Mediterranean and Europe in search of a place to call home. But she’s got a problem, and his name is Danny Frey. Danny’s a juvenile delinquent from England, sent to Turkey to help out at the camps. He doesn’t like rules, and he doesn’t like the idea of ...