UN postpones Syrian talks

UN postpones Syrian talks

(VOVworld) - The next round of peace talks on Syria, backed by United Nations, have been scheduled for February 20th, instead of February 8th as the previous plan
Syria serious about peace talks in Astana

Syria serious about peace talks in Astana

(VOVworld) - Syria's Prime Minister Imad Khamis said Sunday that his government is serious about the imminent Syrian talks in Astana, insisting that Damascus welcomes any initiative to restore peace...
Syrian peace talks: negative signs

Syrian peace talks: negative signs

(VOVworld) – The UN Security Council has approved a resolution on a cease fire in Syria, mediated by Russia, Turkey, and Iran. It paves the way for a peace talks scheduled to take place in Astana, the capital...
Nationwide ceasefire in Syria takes effect

Nationwide ceasefire in Syria takes effect

(VOVworld)- A nationwide ceasefire in Syria brokered by Russia and Turkey took effect on Thursday at midnight. The Syrian Government and 7 rebel groups have agreed to a nationwide truce followed...
Migrant crisis: darkness in 2016

Migrant crisis: darkness in 2016

(VOVworld) – Despite efforts to cope with migrant flows, EU countries haven’t been able to agree on a solution and the migrant crisis has undermined security in the host countries
International Guitar Festival opens in HCM City

International Guitar Festival opens in HCM City

(VOVworld)- More than 60 foreign and Vietnamese guitarists are playing at the 3rd International Guitar Festival which opened in HCM City on December 7. Organised by the HCM City Music Conservatory...
EU extends sanctions against Syria

EU extends sanctions against Syria

(VOVworld) – The European Union on Monday imposed travel bans and asset freezes on 17 ministers and the central bank governor of Syria. The new sanctions are intended to punish the...
EU pressures Russia over Syria

EU pressures Russia over Syria

(VOVworld) - EU leaders have warned Russia that they will consider sanctions on Russia for its role in the Syrian conflict
Russia, Turkey foster bilateral ties

Russia, Turkey foster bilateral ties

(VOVworld) – Russia and Turkey have signed an agreement on the construction of an undersea gas pipeline. They have also pledged to reach a common voice on the Syria crisis. The moves...