Syria
Damascus will mix negotiations and military pressure
The government is pushing for a rebel evacuation from Wadi Barada
SyriaDamascus faces sustained power and water shortages
Islamic State has destroyed a major natural gas processing facility
SyriaRussian naval drawdown will not limit Syria operations
Moscow retains considerable air power on the ground
RussiaSyrian rebels will have little leverage
The Russian-Turkish ceasefire is under threat after the opposition complains of government violations
SyriaTurkey could dash Syrian Kurds’ autonomy hopes
Kurds in northern Syria have agreed a quasi-constitution, but the international environment is unfavourable
SyriaExclusions could derail Syrian peace talks
A nationwide ceasefire will come into effect tonight
SyriaMladic genocide verdict would restore faith in justice
Most observers and victims believe convicting Mladic of genocide would be a just outcome
InternationalSyrian violence could intensify despite a ceasefire
Russia and Turkey are pushing for a political solution -- on their terms
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