Russia-Syria

'Categorically unacceptable'

Russia criticizes alleged Israeli strikes in Syria

Russia condemns strikes attributed to Israel in the Syrian city of Aleppo in which 36 Syrian soldiers and six Hezbollah terrorists were killed.

Syria:

Russian air strikes kill 13 in rebel-held northwest

Russia has been conducting air strikes in Syria since 2015, in support of President Bashar Al-Assad.

Watch: Rescuers clear rubble as Russian strike kills 4 siblings

Volunteers clear a house destroyed by a Russian airstrike on rebel-held province in Syria.

Watch: Russia demands Israel halt strikes in Syria

In its strongest rebuke to date, Russia issued a strong condemnation of Israeli attacks.

Will Iran fill the vacuum left by Russia in Syria?

With both the US and Russia on their way out of Syria, Jordan and other Gulf States are trying to mend ways with Iran.

Pentagon confirms:

Russia recruiting Syrians to fight in Ukraine

Pentagon spokesman: US believes there's truth to accounts that Russians are seeking Syrian fighters to augment forces in Ukraine.

Report:

Russia recruiting Syrians for Ukraine war

US officials say Moscow is recruiting Syrians skilled in urban combat to fight in Ukraine.

Watch: Russian, Syrian forces pound rebel enclave

According to reports, Russian, Syrian airstrikes targeted densely-populated areas, hitting a hospital and killing local civilians.

Erdogan encouraging refugee exodus to Europe

Turkey announced it would not prevent refugees from entering the EU following a Syrian strike in which 33 of its troops were killed.

Netanyahu and Putin discuss Syria

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Russian President agree on continued coordination in Syria.

US: S-300 to Syria would be 'serious escalation'

State Department spokeswoman comments on Russia's delivery of S-300 missile systems to Syria, says it would be a concern if true.

Russia shoots down UAV in Syria

Russia says it shot down unmanned aircraft of unknown origin near the Khmeimim airbase in Syria.

Russia not discussing S-300 supply to Syria

Top aide to Putin says Russia not in talks with the Syrian government about supplying S-300 missiles and does not think they are needed.

Liberman: Russia a 'very pragmatic' actor in Syria

Defense Minister says Israel is not concerned by Russia's military presence in neighboring Syria.

Report: Trump halts sanctions on Russia

Officials say Trump halted plan to impose additional economic sanctions on Russia in response to its continued support of the Assad regime.

White House: Russia complicit in civilian deaths in Syria

U.S. accuses Russia of bombing rebel-held area near Damascus in violation of UN ceasefire.

Russia prevents Iran from setting up base in Syria

Russia reportedly prevented Iran from setting up a military base in the port of Tartus. Israel welcomed the move.

Russian submarine destroys ISIS post in Syria

Russian submarine deployed in the Mediterranean fires three ballistic missiles to destroy ISIS post in Deir Ezzor.

Russia vetoes resolution on Syria chemical weapons

Russia vetoes UN resolution that would have extended mandate of a panel investigating who is behind chemical weapons attacks in Syria.

Iran has conquered Syria

Russia to veto UN resolution on Syria chemical weapons

Russia ready to veto draft resolution calling for sanctions against Syria over the use of chemical weapons on civilians.

Russia pushes UN resolution on Syria ceasefire

Russia submits a draft resolution to the UN Security Council supporting the ceasefire it helped broker in Syria, as well as peace talks.

Putin: Not the time to resume Aleppo strikes

Russian President rejects request to lift a moratorium on air strike on Syria’s Aleppo.

Oh those sands! Those shifting sands!

Syria: 16 dead in heavy bombardment on Idlib

NGO says the raids were carried out by either Syrian or Russian aircraft.

Putin cancels visit to France amid row over Syria

Russian President cancels visit to France after Francoise Hollande says Russia helped Syria commit a war crime in Aleppo.

Analysis: Ceasefire in Syria means time to reload for next round

Dr. Y. Blanga, historian and expert on Syrian affairs at Bar Ilan University, says the ceasefire won’t last.

Russia proposes joint air strikes with United States in Syria

United States rejects a Russian proposal to launch joint air strikes against jihadists from next week in Syria.

Most Russian warplanes have left Syria, says American military

Spokesman for American military confirms that most if not all Russian warplanes have been withdrawn from Syria.

NATO: Russia in the way of solving Syrian conflict

NATO says Russia is complicating the search for a solution to the Syrian conflict by bombing moderate opposition groups.

Advanced Russian plane spies on Turkey from Syria

Russian plane joins fleet in Latakia, can spy hundreds of kilometers into Turkey from Syrian airspace.

Syrian rebels to accept ceasefire if Russia stops airstrikes

Syrian rebels set out terms of ceasefire, agree to cessation of violence if Russia stops airstrikes.

Two hospitals bombed in Syria, 19 killed; Russia blamed

Hospitals in Aleppo and Idlib provinces hit by air strikes and rocket artillery; observers blame Russian jets, say attack was deliberate.

Russia 'no plans to stay in Syria long-term'

Prime Minister makes statements three days after warning of possible World War.

Russia rejects accusations it sabotaged Syria talks

Russia blasts the West for saying it sabotaged Syria peace talks by militarily backing the Damascus regime.

Russia denies it asked Assad to step down

Spokesman for the Kremlin denies reports that Putin sent a senior intelligence official to Damascus to ask Assad to step down.

Russia shows video of airstrikes on ISIS oil trucks

Onslaught has wiped out nearly 2,000 ISIS oil tankers since Russia entered the war in Syria. There were 189 sorties last Thursday alone.

Saudi Arabia wants UN to condemn Russia for Syria involvement

Saudi Arabia submits resolution to condemn Iranian and Russian intervention in Syria.

Russia rejects UN resolution on Syrian barrel bombs

Russia says it will not back a proposed draft UN Security Council resolution aimed at stopping barrel bomb attacks in Syria.

Putin accuses West of 'double game' with Syria terrorist groups

Russian President accuses West of declaring a fight against some Syrian groups while supporting others.

United States, Russia to Sign 'Understanding' on Syria

Pentagon spokesman says the United States and Russia are set to sign an understanding on how pilots can avoid each other over Syria.

American, Russian Militaries Close to Pact on Safety in Syria

American defense official says the United States and Russia could soon sign a pact establishing safety protocols in Syria.

American, Russian Militaries to Discuss Syria

Military commanders from Russia and the United States to discuss how to stay out of each other's way in Syria, says Defense Secretary.

ISIS Vows to Defeat Russia as Airstrikes Intensify

ISIS spokesman calls for Muslims to launch "jihad" against Russians and Americans.

Syria Opposition to Boycott UN-Backed Talks

Syrian National Coalition announces it would boycott talks proposed by the UN envoy, citing Russia's airstrikes in the country.

Putin Discusses Syria with Saudi Defense Minister

Russian President meets Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister Prince to discuss the possibility of a political solution in Syria.

ISIS Advancing on Aleppo Despite Russian Airstrikes

ISIS fighters advance to the outskirts of Syria's second city, despite Moscow's announcement it killed hundreds of jihadists.

NATO Chief Warns of Russian 'Escalation' in Syria

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says there is a "troubling escalation" in Russian military activity in Syria.

State Dept.: Most Russian Airstrikes Not Directed at ISIS

State Department spokesman says more than 90% of Russia's airstrikes in Syria have targeted so-called moderate rebels.

French PM to Russia: Direct Your Airstrikes at ISIS

French Prime Minister Manuel Valls urges Russia to direct airstrikes at ISIS jihadists in Syria, echoes comments by President Hollande.

Hollande Tells Putin: Attack ISIS and Only ISIS

French President tells Russian counterpart his country's airstrikes in Syria should target only the Islamic State.

Iran Backs Russian Airstrikes in Syria

Iran says Russia's airstrikes against Syrian rebels will help solve the crisis in the country.

Russian Jets Pound Rebel Positions in Syria

After establishing military presence in Syria, Putin's forces go on the attack.

Russia Approves Military Action in Syria

Moscow claims aid to Damascus is 'temporary', claims US-led airstrikes against ISIS violate international law.

Russian Arms: to Syria Today, Tomorrow to a "Demilitarized Palestine"

Nasrallah Welcomes Russian Intervention in Syria

Hezbollah leader says Russia's military buildup in Syria happened because Americans "failed" in anti-ISIS campaign.

Officials: Russia Moving Fighter Jets to Syria

American defense officials say Russia has moved its first fighter jets to the Latakia base in Syria.

Syria: We'll Ask for Russia's Help if We Need It

Syria's foreign minister says his country would ask Russia for military assistance if needed, denies Russian troops are there now.

Kerry: Russia Proposed Military Talks on Syria

Secretary of State says Russia has proposed military talks on Syria, amid growing concerns over its military build-up there.

Kerry: Russia's Build-Up in Syria Will Prolong the War

Kerry makes his third phone call to his Russian counterpart in 10 days, warns against Moscow's military build-up in Syria.