Why did Israel attack? Who was killed? What has been the Qatari response? Here are answers to those and other key questions.

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The ex-rebels now in control of Syria say they are ending rule by fear, overhauling the security and prison systems, and holding elections. But concerns over sectarianism and inclusivity remain.

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A Syrian immigrant in Southern California beat the odds — twice — and now some Powerball players see an ineffable magic at work in his store.

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A Syrian immigrant in Southern California beat the odds — twice — and now some Powerball players see an ineffable magic at work in his store.

© Maggie Shannon for The New York Times

Millions of Syrians from destroyed places like Daraya feel they did everything possible to overthrow the Assad government, but they still await reconstruction aid.

The strikes near the capital, Damascus, were the latest Israeli military intervention in the country since a new government came to power.