Many of the 5 million Syrian refugees who scratch out a living in overwhelmed neighboring states such as Jordan aren't necessarily candidates for a rare slot in the resettlement program. Instead, priority is given to the most vulnerable.

Trump's action slapped a 90-day ban on all entry to the U.S. from seven Muslim-majority countries with terrorism concerns.

Russia, Iran and Turkey set up a three-way mechanism to ensure compliance of all sides.

The struggle to liberate Mosul from ISIS militants has entered a third month of often savage combat.

Syrian TV showed live footage of a long convoy of ambulances and green buses driving out of Aleppo.

Activists and fighters trapped in the opposition's last sliver of territory in Aleppo said pro-government forces had struck their district with dozens of rockets since mid-morning.