Jane Arraf
Stories
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Syrian Druze recall what they believe to be past lives — even vivid details
In Syria's large Druze minority, a belief in reincarnation binds the community together.
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Israel launches attack on Syrian government forces near Damascus
Israel attacked Syrian government forces near Damascus in what is says is a bid to protect a religious minority there. Clashes between Druze and Sunni Muslim fighters have killed at least 20 people.
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For Palestinian Christians at a church in Gaza, Pope Francis' death is a special loss
Pope Francis called to check in on a Christian congregation in Gaza sheltering at their church almost every night since the Gaza war began. "Today we feel like we are orphans," a spokesperson says.
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Christians in Gaza say they feel 'orphaned' by the death of Pope Francis
Pope Francis used to call the tiny Christian congregation in Gaza at their church almost every night. Now they say they feel "orphaned" by his death.
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How the world is reacting to Pope Francis' death
Francis was revered by millions of Catholics worldwide, but his appeal was felt far beyond the church. To hear more we've turned to our correspondents in the Middle East, Africa and South America.
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Druze militias are suspicious of Syria's new leaders -- and are ready to go to battle
The new leadership vowed to disband all militias. But the fiercely independent Druze have made no agreement, and say they're gathering fighters and making plans to repel government forces if needed.
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Syria's government announces a new Constitution even as it struggles to unite the country
Just over three months since the fall of the Assad regime, Syria's leaders are struggling to build a new, unified country.
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Syria's Alawite sect faces violent attacks as new government tries to find its footing
Syria's new government is struggling to impose order in a country where some are settling scores. Sunni Arab fighters have killed members of the same religious sect as the deposed president.
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In Syria, U.S.-backed Kurdish forces reach agreement with new government
In Syria, there's been a major development as U.S.-backed Kurdish forces who have controlled part of the country for more than a decade have agreed to be incorporated into the Syrian state.
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Intensifying violence tests new Syrian government
In Syria, fighting is intensifying as clashes between Syrian security forces and gunmen loyal to former President Bashar Assad have left hundreds of people dead.
