Syria Again Promises Homs Ceasefire, Evacuation
Assad reportedly agrees to ceasefire in Homs to let civilians out and aid in, follows initial promises Sunday during Geneva 2 talks.
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Report: Assad's Forces Razing Whole Neighborhoods in Syria
Human Rights Watch claims Assad's forces have been destroying whole neighborhoods in Syria, using satellite photos as evidence.
Syrian Regime to Allow Women and Children to Leave Homs
Syria's regime agrees to allow women and children safe passage from rebel-held areas of the city of Homs.
Syrian Government, Opposition Exchange Accusations at Geneva II
First day of peace talks between the Syrian government and the opposition characterized by bitter accusations.
Shameless: Iran Calls for End to 'Terror' in Syria Via Geneva II
Iran calls for diplomatic end to 'terror' in Syria - despite having armed one side of that war since the conflict began in 2011.
Syria's FM: Assad's Future a 'Red Line'
"Nobody can touch the presidency," declares Syrian Foreign Minister as he arrives for "Geneva II" talks.
Syrian Opposition Group Rejects Peace Talks, Quits Bloc
Syrian National Council quits the Syrian National Coalition in protest over its attendance at the Geneva II talks.
UN Cancels Iran's Invite to Syria Peace Talks
UN head withdraws offer for Iran to attend Geneva 2 after Tehran refuses to support a June 2012 political transition deal.
Iran Invited to Geneva 2 Talks, Syrian Opposition Fumes
Syria's opposition threatens to withdraw from planned peace talks in Geneva after UN's Ban invites Iran.
Kerry Urges Syrian Opposition to Attend Geneva 2
"Syria has become the magnet for jihadists," warns Kerry as Syrian opposition prepares to vote on attending peace talks.
Syria: West Reaches Out to Assad Over Jihadists
Syrian official: growing concern over rebel forces, including foreign jihadis, has caused the West to reach out to Assad.
Friends of Syria Urge Opposition to Attend Geneva 2
The "Friends of Syria" alliance says opposition groups should attend peace talks in Geneva.
Rouhani: Syria Talks will Fail if Iran Doesn't Attend
Rouhani tells Putin that "Geneva 2" conference will fail if Tehran does not participate.
U.S.: Iran Helping Assad 'Brutalize' His People
United States accuses Iran of helping "brutalize" Syria, says it should take "steps" to participate in Geneva peace conference.
Iran Not Invited to Syria Peace Talks
United Nations chief sends out invitations to the planned Geneva II peace conference, Iran not on the first list.
Syrian National Council Rejects Geneva II Talks
Key group within Syria’s mainstream opposition reaffirms it will not attend the planned Geneva II peace talks.
Syria: We Want Iran to Participate in Geneva 2 Talks
Syria’s Foreign Minister clarifies that his country is committed to having its key regional ally Iran attend next month's peace conference.
France Pessimistic About Syria Peace Talks
French FM says the moderate Syrian opposition is in "serious difficulty", putting peace talks aimed at ending the crisis in trouble.
Ban Ki-Moon: Iran Should Participate in Geneva II Talks
UN Secretary General announces intentions to have Iran participate in Geneva 2, despite allegations that Tehran is involved in conflict.
Assad's Government Agrees to Attend Geneva Talks
Syrian government will participate in Geneva peace talks but declares that Assad will not “hand over power.”
Syrian Rebels Reject Ceasefire, Talks
Free Syrian Army head rejects participation in 'Geneva 2' conference; French FM says Assad, jihadis not invited.
Geneva II Syria Talks Announced for January
UN announces Assad's regime and opposition forces will hold peace talks in January as fighting rages on.
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