Al Jazeera: 'Heavy clashes' in Syria as SDF launches final push against ISIL
US-backed Kurdish forces advance in eastern Deir Az Zor province in 'final' battle to crush remaining ISIL fighters.
US-backed Syrian forces say they captured 41 positions held by Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL, ISIS) and destroyed fortifications in a fierce battle to seize the armed group's last enclave in eastern Syria.
Military advances were made overnight and on Sunday as the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) launched a final push to clear the area of ISIL fighters, after 20,000 civilians were evacuated from Deir Az Zor province, said Mustafa Bali, a SDF spokesman.
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MIDDLE EAST
'Heavy clashes' as US-backed forces make final push against IS. Syrian Democratic Forces close in on last IS-group pocket in Syria.
Russia, Turkey agree on decisive action in Syria's Idlib: RIA.
Trump’s new Syria timetable raises concern among key anti-ISIS allies.
Lebanon calls for Syrian guarantees to speed return of refugees.
Iran marks 40th anniversary of Islamic revolution.
U.S. still probing journalist Khashoggi murder: Pompeo.
Saudis don't know where Khashoggi's body is: official.
ASIA
Acting Pentagon chief makes unannounced Afghanistan trip.
Beijing insists on ‘indisputable sovereignty’ over South China Sea islands as US warships test troubled waters.
Myanmar forces violating human rights in Rakhine unrest: Amnesty.
South Korean President: 'Trump-Kim summit to be critical turning point'.
South Korea signs deal to raise financial burden for U.S. troops 8.2%.
China rejects Turkey criticism on Uighurs, denies poet's death.
Thai princess disqualified as candidate for prime minister.
EU to hit Cambodia with trade sanctions over rights abuses.
AFRICA
Chad: 'More than 250 rebels' captured in convoy raid.
30 al-Shabab militants killed in joint operation in southern Somalia.
Three killed in UN helicopter crash in disputed region.
Exclusive: East Libyan force wants to take El Sharara oilfield by talks.
Nigeria to launch crucial elections.
Mali Muslim leaders call for PM's resignation at mass rally.
Zimbabwe teachers' unions suspend national strike.
Bouteflika seeks fifth term as Algeria's president.
EUROPE
Brexit: May has ruled out Corbyn's customs union plan – No 10.
Bulgaria examines possible link between Skripal, Sofia poisonings.
Lithuania set to ban fake news from Russia.
Trial of Catalan separatist leaders puts Spanish state on the defensive.
Hungary’s anti-immigration PM to give mothers of four or more life tax exemption.
Russia plans to 'unplug' from internet.
State of emergency is declared after more than 50 polar bears invade Russian town and 'chase terrified residents'.
Finnish WWII troops participated in mass murders of Jews, new government report finds.
AMERICAS
New shutdown threat as US budget talks stall. Border talks stall as another shutdown looms.
California governor to reduce National Guard presence at border.
As Mueller probe winds down, House Trump investigation powers up.
Exclusive: Venezuela's Maduro seeks OPEC help against U.S. sanctions - letter.
Venezuela’s Guaido blasts government aid blockade.
Haiti: People protest demanding President Moise's resignation.
Angelica Rivera seeks divorce from ex-Mexican president Enrique Pena Nieto'.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Fears of ISIL regrouping in Afghanistan after Syria defeat.
U.S. military intensifies airstrikes against Al Qaeda in Somalia.
Russia 'repatriates' 27 IS children from Iraq.
French army on the front line of 'final battle' against IS group.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
US team in Beijing for trade talks.
With Iran squeezed out, U.S. oil takes on new rivals in Europe.
IMF warns of global economic "storm" as growth undershoots.
Pompeo warns allies Huawei presence complicates partnership with U.S..
Bezos case exposes billionaires' vulnerability to hackers.
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