Israeli warplanes pounded Syrian government buildings in Damascus, escalating its campaign against Syria’s new authorities amid heavy clashes between government forces and the country’s Druze minority.| Los Angeles Times
Israel and Iran have opened a new chapter in their long history of conflict when Israel launched a major attack with strikes early Friday on Tehran.| Los Angeles Times
The rebels who toppled Syrian dictator Bashar Assad trace their roots to Al Qaeda and Islamic State. They say they've changed.| Los Angeles Times
In his first term as president, Trump managed to impose his will on the Middle East. That will be harder this time.| Los Angeles Times
Syria now searches for a new identity, as Damascus residents face a future without President Bashar Assad.| Los Angeles Times
Israel and Lebanon agreed Tuesday to a cease-fire aimed at ending the Israel-Hezbollah conflict that has killed more than 3,000 and risks igniting a wider war.| Los Angeles Times
