The Russian defense chief says less than five percent of Syrian territory remains under the grip of Daesh terrorists.

The upper house of Russia’s parliament warns that the Iran deal risks a ‘complete failure’ due to the US president's hostile policy.

America’s aerial campaign on the Syrian city of Raqqah is drawing criticisms from Russia.

An intruder forced his way into the offices of Russian radio station Ekho Moskvy and stabbed one of the station's anchors in the neck.

FM Lavrov says Moscow will continue its economic relations with the Iraqi Kurdistan, as it does with the rest of Iraq even as government troops retook control of major oil fields in Kirkuk.

A political expert says what happened in Raqqah is an absolute travesty, adding it is not about fighting terrorism but about destroying human life.

Israeli media say Tel Aviv may no longer enjoy freedom of action, due to Syria demonstrating a firmer stance thanks to its military breakthroughs and support from Iran and Russia.

Senator Graham calls on the Trump administration to "go after" Russia to prevent Moscow from interfering in future US elections.

Newly released FBI records allegedly show that former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was approached by a female Russian spy to win access to her right after she started the job under former President Barack Obama.

A senior Russian diplomat says the IAEA has no authority to carry out inspection of Iran’s military sites.