The Next Round Of Starvation In Syria Is About To Happen Before Our Eyes
As government forces are close in on rebel-controlled territory in Aleppo, Syria's largest city, observers worry that civilians will bear the brunt of the retribution — again.
Prisoners Describe What It Was Like Being Detained Inside An ISIS Jail
A phone number scratched on a prison wall leads to a meeting with a man who was held prisoner by ISIS. He tells BuzzFeed News about the horrific treatment he endured.
These Syrian Artists Build Replicas Of The Country's Ancient Buildings
"This site represents our history and culture, not just for Syrians but all of humanity. If it is destroyed it can never be rebuilt.”
Istanbul Suicide Bomber Went From Dental School To ISIS
Sources tell BuzzFeed News’ Mike Giglio that Nabil Fadli, who blew himself up in Istanbul’s tourist district this week, was a former dental student who appeared to leave deliberate clues about his identity.
This Is What It's Like To Be Christian And Live Under ISIS
“I was in my home, and it was like a grave," said 57-year old Sarkis Kirbukiyle, who lived under ISIS. BuzzFeed News' Mike Giglio reports from Syria.
Top Syrian Rebel Leader Killed In An Airstrike Near Damascus
Zahran Alloush, who headed the powerful Jaish al-Islam rebel group, was killed along with several other leaders after a rocket hit their meeting location.
This Is How The People In ISIS Territory Get Their Cigarettes
Despite the threat of jail or worse, the people of Raqqa still want the tobacco and alcohol that ISIS has banned. BuzzFeed News' Mike Giglio reports from Syria.
Turkish Jets Shoot Down Russian Warplane Near Syria Border
Turkish military officials reportedly said the jet was shot down after violating the country's airspace. BuzzFeed News has exclusively obtained a photo from a Syrian activist with the rebels purporting to show one of the dead Russian pilots. WARNING: Photo is extremely graphic.
Refugee Children Keep Drowning While No One Is Watching
The death of the young Syrian boy Aylan Kurdi garnered the world’s attention, but he was far from alone. BuzzFeed News' Munzer al-Awad talks to two mothers who lost their children when the boat they took from Turkey to Greece sank.
Syrians Who Fled ISIS's Capital Say They Were Trapped By Fear And Desperation
"It's a miserable life, but people feel they don't have another choice," a woman who paid a smuggler to escape Raqqa, told BuzzFeed News.
Syrian Refugees In France Say Paris Terror Is The Terror They Fled
Some refugees say they expect a backlash against them following the attacks.
Why So Many Syrian Children Are Making The Trek To Europe Alone
“I wake up and I don’t hear any bombs,” said one teenager who took the perilous journey from Damascus to Berlin by himself.
Obama Administration Ends Program To Train And Equip Syrian Rebels
“I don't think the U.S. has a plan in Syria,” said a Syrian rebel whose unit has received U.S. military aid in the past.
Syrian Rebels And Activists Think Russia Is Bombing Them To Hurt The U.S.
"We were surprised because [Russia] attacked groups that get support from the U.S., but now we realized that they are fighting the U.S. through us."
What It’s Like To Be A Syrian Civilian Under Russian Bombs
Witnesses of Russia’s bombing campaign in northwest Syria describe carnage and civilian casualties in areas far from those under ISIS control.
U.S.-Backed Rebel Commander: Russia Doesn’t Care If The U.S. Supports Us
“We were steadfast against the regime, so now they brought its friend Russia to destroy us.”
Russia's Anti-ISIS Airstrike Campaign Begins With Attack On Western-Backed Rebel Areas
Moscow claims Syrian-piloted Russian jets are targeting ISIS, but Syrian activists post video showing attacks in areas controlled by rebels opposed to Bashar al-Assad.
Assad’s Strategy Is To Create Refugees
“They want to empty the country.”
The U.S.-Led Fight Against ISIS Has Killed Far More Civilians Than It Admits
“America killed us, and it said 'we didn’t kill civilians,'” a relative of one victim said. BuzzFeed News speaks to survivors on the border.
The Syrian Government Is Systematically Targeting Hospitals With Airstrikes
“The regime knows that there is a hospital here, and it wants to destroy it,” said one surgeon in the Damascus suburb of Ghouta, who says his hospital has been attacked five times.