Bashar Al Assad
Trump condemns Syria chemical attack
US President Donald Trump has lashed out at the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his allies Russia and Iran over a suspected chemical attack, saying there will be a "big price to pay". In a series… Audio
Bashar al-Assad makes unannounced visit to Russia
Russian President Vladamir Putin has met overnight with the leaders of Iran and Turkey to discuss Syria's future. It comes after Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made an unannounced visit to Russia to… Audio
US says relations with Russia at a new low
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and the Russian president Vladimir Putin has held a surprise meeting. After the meeting the US's top diplomat said relations between his country and Russia are at a… Audio
Trump takes a hard line on Syria
US President Donald Trump has labelled yesterday's chemical attack in Syria 'an affront to humanity' and says the attack has changed his entire view on Mr Assad and Syria. Our correspondent Simon… Audio
Cautious optimism for success of Syria's ceasefire
The ceasefire in Syria has begun, as President Bashar al-Assad vows to retake every piece of land from opposition forces and rebuild the country. Audio
Russia pledges continued military support for Bashar al-Assad
As Vladamir Putin vows to continue support for Syria's military, it's emerged that the offer to have Syria's dictator step aside was made three years ago, but it was ignored. Audio