The Syrian civil war was an armed conflict that began with the Syrian revolution in March 2011, when popular discontent with the Ba'athist regime ruled by Bashar al-Assad triggered large-scale protests …

Mar 18, 2026 · What is the Syrian Civil War? The Syrian Civil War began in 2011 after pro-democracy protests swept through Syria during the Arab Spring, threatening the rule of Syrian President Bashar …

Feb 18, 2026 · Learn how the war in Syria began, how it impacts the region, and track the latest news with CFR’s Global Conflict Tracker.

2 days ago · The Security Council is meeting now at a critical juncture for Syria’s fragile transition. While the Iran-US ceasefire has temporarily eased regional spillover from Lebanon and elsewhere, …

5 days ago · European governments are toughening their stance on applications from Syria, now ‌dictator Bashar al-Assad has gone and the country's 14-year civil war is over.

Nov 30, 2024 · Syria’s civil war is back in the spotlight after a new rebel coalition launched a surprise attack, capturing two major cities, shattering the stalemate of a war that never formally ended.

Apr 14, 2026 · Syrians celebrate the start of the 2011 uprising that, in 2024, put an end to Bashar al-Assad’s rule. Stay on top of Syria latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeera’s fact-based …