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Syrian Regime Linked to Journalist Kidnapping

Updated 2026-09-18 19:25 UTC 2 sources Negative

New reports indicate the Syrian regime planned the kidnapping of American journalist Austin Tice for weeks. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in Syria.

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NPR

Syrian regime planned American journalist's kidnapping for weeks

New reporting finds the abduction of journalist Austin Tice was planned by the Syrian government for weeks.

2026-09-18 19:13 UTC

Al Jazeera

Two injured by Israeli shelling as troops advance in southern Lebanon

Israeli forces withdraw from outskirts of a town in southern Lebanon after a standoff with Lebanese forces.

2026-09-18 19:14 UTC