With Syria's corruption-ridden economy in shambles after the overthrow of Bashar Assad, the caretaker government’s priority is to raise cash and bring stability.| Los Angeles Times
Once Syria's most influential minority, Alawites struggle to move on from their association with a hated dictator.| Los Angeles Times
Palestinian health officials say Israeli strikes killed more than 50 people in Gaza, including children. U.S. officials are in the Middle East for talks.| Los Angeles Times
The Israeli military said it targeted Syrian antiaircraft batteries, missile depots, manufacturing facilities, drones, helicopters, fighter jets, tanks, hangars, radars and 15 naval vessels.| Los Angeles Times
Israel hit Gaza in multiple strikes, killing at least 33, including children; one attack hit a home, killing eight in one family, Palestinian health officials said.| Los Angeles Times