Syria
NZ told in advance about US Syria strike
The government was advised the US was considering an air strike a "couple of hours" before it happened, Prime Minister Bill English says. Video
Four soldiers allegedly killed in US attack on Syria
The US missile attack had almost completely destroyed a Syrian airbase near Homs city and killed four soldiers including an officer, The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says. Video, Audio
What do Americans think of the strikes on Syria?
Americans in Los Angeles share their thoughts on the US missile strikes on Syria. Video, Audio
NZ 'supports action...to stop further atrocities' - PM
Prime Minister Bill English says New Zealand would consider supporting the US strike in Syria, but hasn't been asked. Video, Audio
Muhammad Lila on Turkey's reaction to US strike
CNN's correspondent in Istanbul, Muhammad Lila, discusses what the reaction in Turkey has been to the US airstrike on Syria. Video, Audio
US attack on Syria a turn in foreign policy, Jon Sopel says
BBC North America Editor Jon Sopel says US foreign policy has "turned 180 degrees" with its attack on Syria, as he questions if this is a one-off attack or the start of something bigger. Video, Audio
US launches missiles at Syria in response to chemical attack
US President Donald Trump explains the reasons behind the US attack on a Syrian airfield, which it targeted because a chemical attack was launched from there earlier in the week. Video, Audio
US missile attack on Syrian airfield
The U.S. has launched 60 cruise missiles from navy destroyers against Syria, targeting hangars, planes and fuel tanks at one Syrian military airfield. International Law professor Dr Alexander… Audio
US launches military strike on Syria
The US has launched missiles into Syria. We are joined by Washington correspondent Harry Horton. Audio
Trump hints at military retaliation over chemical attack
US President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of military retaliation for this week's chemical gas attack in Syria.
Donald Trump considers military retaliation for Syria
"I guess something should happen" The US President Donald Trump hints at the possibility of Assad leaving power. Simon Marks has the latest from Washington as the US hardens its stance against the… Audio
Syria chemical killings 'cross many lines' - Trump
An apparent chemical attack by the Syrian regime has changed his attitude to the conflict, the US president says, raising questions about unilateral action. 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
Syria 'the humanitarian test of our time' - Lyse Doucet
The BBC's Chief International correspondent, Lyse Doucet reports on future of Syria and the region on a day when as many as 100 people have been killed in a a toxic gas attack, which activists say is… Audio
Chemical attack in Syria kills at least 58 people
At least 58 people have been killed and up to 200 wounded by a toxic gas attack in Syria. Our correspondent in Turkey, Bel Trew has been covering the story. Audio
'Chemical attack' kills 58 in Syrian town
At least 58 people have been killed and dozens wounded in a suspected chemical attack on a rebel-held town in north-western Syria, a monitoring group says.
NZer fighting with Islamic State put on US terrorist list
A New Zealand man, Mark Taylor, who is in Syria fighting with Islamic State, has been put on a US State Department list of terrorists. Mr Taylor, formerly from Hamilton, has been named by the US as a… Audio
Syria war: Fierce clashes in Damascus after rebel attack
Syrian security forces are engaged in fierce clashes with rebels on the eastern outskirts of the capital Damascus, residents say.
UN report says 2016 the worst year in Syria for child deaths
The United Nations says the continuing Syrian war was at its dealiest last year - with casualties among children up 20 percent in 2016. Alun McDonald of Save the Children says their report into the… Audio
40 dead in Syria terrorist attack
The twin bomb attack in Syria's capital, Damascus, killed 40 Iraqis and wounded 120, Iraq's government says.
