The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has left behind lots of rubble. Some experts fear that much of it will be dumped into the environment without controls.
Author: Aryn Baker
5 Babies Die From the Cold in Gaza as Temperatures Drop
A boy less than 3 weeks old was among the latest to succumb to winter weather, Gazan officials said. Families displaced by Israel’s attacks have little more than tents and tarps to protect them.
What is Captagon, the Illegal Stimulant Made in Assad’s Syria?
The illegal amphetamine, used across the Middle East, became Syria’s biggest export during its 13-year civil war.
Syrians Celebrate the Fall of al-Assad, and Look to Rebuild
After five decades under a brutal regime that kept many in fear and poverty, families flooded back from Lebanon, eager to start the slow process of healing.
How Many People Have Died in Syria’s Civil War?
The United Nations and human rights organizations have faced challenges in counting all those killed and missing in the conflict that began in March 2011.
What Happens to Syria’s Chemical Weapons Arsenal After al-Assad’s Ouster?
While experts believe that Syria has retained some stocks of chemical weapons, their quantities likely have been depleted and it would be hard for rogue actors to use them.
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can provide.
What Is Al-Qard al-Hasan, the Hezbollah-Linked Finance Group Targeted by Israel?
The de facto bank is the largest microcredit organization in a country where the traditional banking sector is in shambles.
Israel-Hezbollah War: What to Know
An Israeli ground operation targeting Hezbollah forces in Lebanon recalls previous wars and raises fears of worse to come.
A Decimated Hezbollah Is a Serious Blow for Iran
How Iran responds to the death of the Lebanese militia’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an Israeli airstrike will affect the region, and beyond.