Syria: IS destroys part of Palmyra’s Roman Theatre
Craig TaylorIS militants destroy part of the Roman Theatre’s facade and a nearby monument. BBC News – Middle East
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Islamic State group ‘lost quarter of territory’ in 2016
IS endured “unprecedented territorial” defeats and should lose Mosul by mid-2017, new analysis says. BBC News – Middle East
Syria conflict: IS assault halts Deir al-Zour aid drops
Heavy fighting between militants and Syrian government forces makes it too dangerous around landing zone. BBC News – Middle East
Syria conflict: Rebels agree to attend Astana peace talks
The head of the rebel delegation says it aims to end the “crimes” of the government and its allies. BBC News – Middle East
Israel-Palestinian conflict: France holds world summit
Palestinians back the move but Israel says the Paris talks will push peace further away. BBC News – Middle East
Mosul battle: Iraqi forces clash with IS at university
Sprawling complex sees fierce fighting as Iraqi forces make fresh progress in battle for Mosul. BBC News – Middle East