Syria's Future: Watching the News in English
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If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watching a news report about Syria's future, you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms,, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump English learners.

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Syria’s Future Chris Murphy is a U.S. Senator from Connecticut.

ISIS • : A group called the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria. They are known for using violence and terrorism. • : ISIS is a dangerous group that has hurt many people. ISIL • : Another name for ISIS, meaning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. • : Some people call ISIS “ISIL” because the Levant is another name for the region they talk about. Play out • : To happen or develop in a certain way. • : Many nations are waiting to see how the situation will play out in Syria.

Chemical weapons • : Dangerous weapons that use chemicals to harm or kill people. • : Using chemical weapons is against international law. Weapons of Mass Destruction • : Very powerful weapons that can kill many people at once, like nuclear or chemical weapons. • : The government is trying to stop the spread of weapons of mass destruction. The jury is still out • : People do not know the final answer or decision yet. • : The jury is still out on whether the plan will work. Extremist groups • : Groups that believe in very extreme ideas and may use violence to support their beliefs. • : Extremist groups can be dangerous to the safety of others. Take them at their word • : To believe what someone says without questioning it. • : The teacher took him at his word when he said he finished his homework. Inclusive • : Making sure everyone is included and treated equally. • : The school is very inclusive and welcomes students from all cultures. Arab • : A person from Arab countries, like Egypt, Iraq, or Saudi Arabia. 200 million people. 20 Different countries • : Many Arab countries are located in the Middle East. Self-governance • : When a group or country makes its own rules and decisions. • : The people fought for self-governance and independence. To have a voice • : To be able to share opinions and be heard. • : It is important for everyone to have a voice in the meeting. Leverage • : Power or an advantage that helps someone get what they want. • : He used his experience as leverage to get the job. Kurds • : A group of people who live in parts of Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Iran. • : The Kurds have their own culture and language. Lift the terrorist designation • : To officially stop calling a group a terrorist organization. • : The government decided to lift the terrorist designation from the group after peace talks. Al-Qaeda • : A group known for using terrorism to fight against other countries. • : Al-Qaeda is responsible for several attacks around the world. Speculative • : Based on guesses, not facts. • : The news about the agreement is speculative and not confirmed. Potential • : Something that might happen in the future. • : There is potential for peace if both sides agree to talk. Adversaries • : Enemies or people who are against you. • : The two countries are adversaries in the conflict.

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