background preloader

Syria: The story of the conflict

Syria: The story of the conflict
Image copyright Getty Images More than 250,000 Syrians have lost their lives in four-and-a-half years of armed conflict, which began with anti-government protests before escalating into a full-scale civil war. More than 11 million others have been forced from their homes as forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad and those opposed to his rule battle each other - as well as jihadist militants from so-called Islamic State. This is the story of the civil war so far, in eight short chapters. 1. Pro-democracy protests erupted in March 2011 in the southern city of Deraa after the arrest and torture of some teenagers who painted revolutionary slogans on a school wall. The unrest triggered nationwide protests demanding President Assad's resignation. Opposition supporters eventually began to take up arms, first to defend themselves and later to expel security forces from their local areas. 2. By June 2013, the UN said 90,000 people had been killed in the conflict. 3. Getty Images 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Related:  Private

ISIS goes global: Over 60 attacks in 20 countries have killed about 1,150 people - KRXI - Reno NV Top Stories - News, Sports, Weather (CNN) -- When a married couple killed 14 people in San Bernardino, California, they committed the deadliest terrorist attack on U.S. soil since September 11, 2001. The assault also underscored an unsettling reality: ISIS has morphed from a scourge affecting Iraq and Syria to a threat to people around the world. Since declaring its caliphate in June 2014, the self-proclaimed Islamic State has conducted or inspired over 60 terrorist attacks in 20 countries that have killed at least 1,150 people and injured more than 1,700 others. One San Bernardino killer pledged allegiance to the ISIS leader, investigators say. And ISIS hailed the attackers as "martyrs" and "supporters." Did ISIS actually order the attack? It can be difficult at times to divine the precise role that international terrorists play in this or that attack. Yet one thing is clear: The deadly tentacles of ISIS have spread quickly, from the terrorist group's epicenter in parts of Iraq and Syria to points around the globe.

10 simple points to help you understand the Syria conflict THIS is a complicated war. This is a messy, cruel war where neither side has much regard for civilian casualties. This war is not black-and-white. Confused about Syria? We spoke to Dr Rodger Shanahan, former peacekeeper in Syria and non-resident Fellow at the Lowy Institute for International Policy. And we spoke to Father David Smith, a Sydney Anglican priest who this year travelled to Syria on a humanitarian mission. 1. A country smaller than the state of Victoria with almost the exact same population as Australia (22.5 million to our 23 million) which borders Turkey, Iraq, Jordan, Israel and Lebanon. 2. Syrian president Bashar al-Assad. The Syrian Civil war is a conflict between its long-serving government and those seeking to boot it out of office. Unlike many regime leaders in the middle east middle, The Assad family is not religiously extreme. But people are still angry at their government. 3. Window on the world, Syria style. 4. By July 2011, the Free Syrian Army (FSA) had formed.

Woman in San Bernardino rampage pledged allegiance to ISIS, sources say | FOX5 San Diego - San Diego News, Weather, Traffic and Sports | KSWB <div>Please enable Javascript to watch this video</div> SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. -- Investigators think that as the San Bernardino attack was happening, female shooter Tashfeen Malik posted a pledge of allegiance to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi on Facebook, three U.S. officials familiar with the investigation told CNN. Malik's post was made on an account with a different name, one U.S. official said. The officials did not explain how they knew Malik made the post. A law enforcement official said it appeared that Wednesday's attack -- which left 14 people dead and 21 wounded before the two attackers, Malik and her husband, Syed Rizwan Farook, were killed in a shootout with police -- may have been inspired by ISIS. "This is looking more and more like self-radicalization," a law enforcement official said. Another official said authorities haven't ruled out that others may have influenced this radical view. Farook and Malik "kept to themselves," Abuershaid said. Possible terror links

What's happening in Syria? - CBBC Newsround The violence in Syria began in March 2011 and the middle eastern country has been crippled by a brutal civil war ever since. Since then, the United Nations estimates more than 200,000 people have died in the clashes between President Bashar al-Assad's government and rebel forces who want him out. The UN's Refugee Agency says more than four million people have fled Syria to neighbouring countries, and over half of those are children. Many of the refugees are among the tens of thousands who have been arriving in Europe, trying to reach countries like Britain and Germany. . In July 2012, the International Red Cross said the violence in Syria had become so widespread that it was in a state of civil war. But what are the reasons behind the violence? How did it all start? The trouble began in 2011 in the Syrian city of Deraa. Locals took to the streets to protest after 15 schoolchildren were arrested - and reportedly tortured - for writing anti-government graffiti on a wall. The Rise of IS

Class Survey - Syrian Refugees New Zealand Red Cross - Wars, Laws and Humanity Also known as the law of war, international humanitarian law (IHL) protects people who are not taking part in fighting: civilians, wounded soldiers and prisoners of war. It also restricts choice of weapons and how they can be used. The best-known of these laws are the Geneva Conventions. For IHL to be useful in times of war it must be understood during times of peace. Our current awareness campaigns Education programmes Make Your Case: IHL Moot Court Competition 2015 Together with ICRC, we will hold the fourth New Zealand International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition in Wellington on 4 – 5 December 2015. One team from each law school will have the opportunity to battle it out in Wellington. The winning team will be supported to represent New Zealand at the Asia Pacific Regional IHL Moot Court Competition in Hong Kong in March 2016. The 2015 moot problem will be released in September 2015. IHL Moot Competition Rules - 2015 IHL Moot Problem 2015 Women and War Even Wars Have Laws

Class Survey - Syrian Refugees Info | Grace Loves Lace Each piece from our collection is personally handmade in our studio by our very experienced production team in Australia. In order to maintain our stringent, high quality standards, we control every process in the production of your dress. Our patterns are made, the fabrics are cut and each dress is brought to life in our studio, which are then quality controlled and beautifully packaged at our head office. We deliver worldwide. We love listening to our brides, getting to know your vision and inspirations, so we can help make your wedding dress dream a reality. To start your search or to get assistance in building your ultimate Grace Loves Lace look, email one of our expert stylists to help you find the perfect dress for your shape, style and wedding day. stylist@graceloveslace.com.au If you would like to try on our samples at our head office on the Gold Coast please email us and we will be more than happy to arrange an appointment for you. showroom@graceloveslace.com.au

Class Survey - Syrian Refugees Emme-waisted | Grace Loves Lace Fit, Feel, Colour & Fabric Easy to wear, Emme-waisted slips over the head and stretches down the body without zips or buttons. Made from beautifully soft Ivory stretch French lace and silk chiffon. Our Styling Tips Our favourite looks for EMME-WAISTED are; -Aelan head tie (option to add Jolie veil) -Ava head tie -Ricci belt -Rock n Roll belt -Dotti skirt -Indi skirt -Ribbon belt -Gabriela veil -Hollie veil -Colette veil -Dosa heel Special Notes & Questions What bra can I wear? I want a train; Choose the added train option for our understated 40cm train. What underwear do I wear? Is the dress see-through at all? What does it feel like to wear? How long does it take for my dress to be made? How is my dress made? Sizing & Ordering What size do the models wear? Measurements We Need When placing an order for the gorgeous Emme waisted, we will need the following measurements: - Bust - Under bust - Waist - Shoulder to floor height

Philadelphia police officer shot 'in the name of Islam' A gunman claiming allegiance to Islamic State militants shot and seriously wounded a Philadelphia police officer, saying he ambushed his patrol car "in the name of Islam," the city's police commissioner said on Friday. Edward Archer of Philadelphia approached Officer Jesse Hartnett, 33, shortly before midnight and fired 11 rounds, three of which hit the officer in his arm, authorities said. Police released still images from surveillance video that showed the gunman dressed in a long white robe walking toward the car and firing, eventually getting close enough to shoot at point-blank range through the window. Hartnett chased Archer, who was arrested by responding officers and later confessed to the attack, police officials told reporters. "He has confessed to committing this cowardly act in the name of Islam," Ross told a press conference, adding that the 30-year-old assailant also referenced Islamic State militants. A top U.S.

Landsendt

Related: