Civil society groups call for an effective participation for the Syrian Civil Society in Geneva 2 as an independent body
The so-called realistic fiqh – jurisprudence – is used by some Muslim scholars to reconcile Sharia as it existed in the era of the Prophet Muhammad with modern life, something that most hard-line Salafis reject
No way Assad to be part of the transition plan, and he could not regain legitimacy to govern, Kerry says
An interview with Yasser Munif on Manbij, a city governed by a revolutionary council and that saw the creation of Syria’s first free trade union and independent police force
Report concludes photos are evidence of war crimes, crimes against humanity
Groups confirm they will not interfere in the state after the regime’s downfall
Those retired, dismissed or moved to civil positions are now returning
President did not give interview to Russian agency, office says
Coalition wants to postpone Geneva II talks by two weeks
Despite criticism, the Coalition has made progress ahead of talks
A trader in Jaramana says Syrians are flocking to second hand stores because of the cheap prices
Assad appeared at ease, wearing a navy blue suit and smiling regularly throughout the 45-minute interview
“We found out about their death over the Internet. It was very sad”
Geneva II should pave way for interim governing body with executive powers
Foreign fighters fear for their lives amid poor reputation
Survivor encourages all rape victims to come forward
Part of efforts to reclaim border territory claimed by regime
President says mentality threatens entire Middle East
Participants stress need for diplomatic victories to match Syrian army’s advances on battlefield
An opposition boycott of Geneva would play into the hands of the Syrian government
