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5 civilians killed by landmines left by SDF terror group in northern Syria

5 civilians killed by landmines left by SDF terror group in northern Syria

SDF placing obstacles to prevent residents from leaving toward areas under Syrian state control, says Aleppo Media Directorate

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US deploys Patriot, THAAD defenses to Mideast amid tension with Iran: Report
27.01.2026

US deploys Patriot, THAAD defenses to Mideast amid tension with Iran: Report

Deployment aims to protect American forces from potential retaliation

Iran says ‘fully prepared’ for war, prioritizes dialogue amid US threats
27.01.2026

Iran says ‘fully prepared’ for war, prioritizes dialogue amid US threats

‘This is not the first time we have faced such a threat. We have previously endured a multi-stage war,’ government spokesperson says

2nd aid convoy heads to Ayn al-Arab in northern Syria
27.01.2026

2nd aid convoy heads to Ayn al-Arab in northern Syria

5 trucks carrying food, winter clothing, and medical supplies dispatched from Aleppo under newly extended ceasefire

Iran police seize 108 Starlink satellite devices amid internet shutdown
27.01.2026

Iran police seize 108 Starlink satellite devices amid internet shutdown

Police threaten strict action as authorities classify satellite internet equipment ‘a security threat’

School kits enter Gaza following years-long halt on education supplies: UNICEF
27.01.2026

School kits enter Gaza following years-long halt on education supplies: UNICEF

Over 4,400 recreational kits, 240 school-in-a-carton kits entered Gaza, while 2,875 recreational kits, about 2,500 school-in-a-carton kits, and more than 1,000 ECD kits received approval, says spokesperson