Iran, Syria Look to Bypass Obstacles to Health Sector Cooperation
SANA (state news agency)
January 8, 2016
Representatives meet to formulate strategy on fulfilling complicated bilateral health sector deals
Representatives meet to formulate strategy on fulfilling complicated bilateral health sector deals
Top diplomats meet in the Iranian capital to discuss distribution of aid to the Syrian people
Dozens of armed rebel groups rally behind Saudi Arabia’s decision to cut diplomatic ties with Iran following execution of Shiite cleric
The US retreat from the Middle East, Russian expansionism in the region, and an increase in Tehran’s influence in Syria and the region has led the pro-Assad camp to dominate the Syrian file as we witness a decline of other influential regional and international players from the scene
As if the injustices of war were not enough, I suffer from the injustice of the male society in which I live. Women like me have no right to dream or to express their opinions, even if they work as paramedics in field hospitals.
“Hezbollah finds itself in an awkward position as its militia is unable to launch a wide response against Israel for fear of its response, which may result in more human losses in Hezbollah ranks, especially since a third of its fighters have perished in Syria”
Opposition factions in Aleppo are currently fighting on several fronts, including against ISIS and Kurdish militias in the northern countryside, and against the regime in the province’s south, west and north
The resolution opted for constructive ambiguity and mutual concessions in an attempt to secure a consensus. The result was a final draft outlining the maximum Moscow could get, and the minimum Washington would surrender
Iran withdrawing its elite forces from Syria as Tehran faces significant personnel and economic losses, US media reports
Opposition factions that participated in the Riyadh meetings have “betrayed the blood of the martyrs”, Nusra Front leader tells journalists
“The presence of Assad in Damascus is necessary and when the duty arises, we will receive him in Iran.” says Velayati
Nusra-linked Turkish jihadist kills and wounds dozens in attack on town of al-Eis, southern Aleppo, Islamist group announces
Seven fighters of Pakistani descent killed in Syria after being sent to fight amongst the ranks of regime forces, official Iranian news agency IRNA said Monday
Foreign policy advisor to Iran’s supreme leader says Assad’s fate can only be decided by the Syrian people
Syria’s resolve to fight terrorism will continue despite recent escalations by hostile countries who support extremists, Assad tells top Iranian diplomats
The Syrian opposition finds itself today in front of a significant test: either to push for a unified effort and full coordination before entering into the political process, or face being placed on a list of terrorist organizations
Fearing the idea that the fall of Damascus was imminent, there was increased competition to control the victorious opposition forces
Opposition representatives iron out kinks ahead of meetings in the Saudi capital, as sources report on the Assad regime’s reservations towards the results of the recent Vienna meetings
Main political opposition warns the situation on the ground may deteriorate in favor of regime forces if friendly forces fail to support Syrian rebels
These talks have exhibited these countries’ clear abandonment of their responsibility to protect Syrian civilians and maintain the security and integrity of the members of the international community
