Syria Violence

‘Friends of Syria’ Try Again on Talks

11 countries make new attempt to get Assad, rebels to negotiate.

Syrian Islamists: No to Democracy, Minority Rights

Rift between Syrian rebel movements grows as Islamist leader rejects democracy, declaring: ‘The Koran is our law.’

Doctor: Syrian Snipers Target Babies in the Womb

British doctor says snipers hired by Assad are deliberately killing unborn babies.

UN Watch Slams UN ‘Apathy, Banality’ on Syria

UN watchdog group slams the UN over its reaction to Syria attacks – and continued focus on Israel.

Syria: Life and Death in the Camera’s Eye

Syrian rebels release video of soldiers’ attempt to escape after their tank takes a direct hit.

Yaalon: Test Us, and Feel IDF’s Strength

Israel’s Defense Minister sends a sharp message to Syria.

Syria: Was Chemical Weapons Massacre a Mistake?

Experts weigh in on who used chemical weapons in Syria and why. Israeli expert says ‘operational mistake’ a likely factor.

Australian Ambassador Visits Syrian Wounded in Israel

Australia’s ambassador to Israel visits victims of Syria violence. ‘Assad must stop the slaughtering of his people.’

Netanyahu: This Cannot Continue

Prime Minister on Syria: Dangerous regimes cannot be allowed to possess the most dangerous weapons on earth.

Steinitz: If US Plans Attack, Israel Will Know

Israel’s Minister for Strategy says America will have to take action on Syria.

Jordanian King: Violence will Destroy Muslim World

Jordan’s King Abdullah issues dire warning about growing ethnic, sectarian violence.

Kurds Concerned Islamists Taking Over Syrian Opposition

Kurdish group fighting Assad: Islamists are taking over our cause; call for American support against Al Qaeda.

Syria: Assad Denies Key Airbase Fell to Rebels

Rebel takeover of key air base could curtail Assad’s airstrike capabilities.

Syrian Rebel Leader Urges Attacks on Russia

Syrian Islamist tells Caucasus terrorists to "stay at home" and focus on attacking Russia, not Assad.

Syrian Rebels Strike Back with Massive Homs Bombing

Rebels in Syria hit the city of Homs, killing 40, as Assad makes a rare trip outside the capital.

Mideast Expert: Assad is Winning – and That’s Bad for Israel

Assad is winning with Iran’s help, Mideast expert says. He warns Israel not to rely on the ‘corrupt, ineffective’ UN.

Syria Death Count is at 93,000 – UN

At least 5,000 people are killed every month in Syrian civil war, according to UN report.

Russian Official: Missile Systems Sale ‘A Message to America’

Russian official says sale of missile systems to Syria sends a message of opposition to U.S. interference.

Syria Turning into Regional Proxy War Zone

Analysis: crumbling state turning into arena for "existential struggle" between Jordanians, Israelis and Iranians.

IDF Attacked on Golan Heights by Forces in Syria, Returns Fire

Syrian gunmen opened fire on IDF soldiers for the second time in 24 hours. Soldiers fired back, destroying Syrian position.

Syrian Shell Hits Israel in Golan

A shell fired from Syria hits the Golan as rebels, Syrian troops continue to battle near border.

IDF Ready in ‘Volatile’ Golan

The IDF is prepared for a new reality in the Golan, retired general says. Region currently ‘volatile'.

At Least 26 Children Killed in Syria Violence

At least 26 children killed in violence in Syria, as Human Rights Watch accuses Assad of expanding his use of banned cluster bombs.

Assad Calls for War on Rebels, Israel to Fortify Syrian Border

As Assad called to crush his enemies, Israel called to fortify security along the Syrian border.

Assad Calls to Mobilize against ‘Terrorist’ Rebels

In a rare public speech, Syria’s President Assad calls for “full national mobilization” against “terrorist” rebels.

Assad to Make Rare Public Address

Syria's embattled president plans a rare public address as death toll passes 60,000.

American Troops to Help Protect Turkey from Syria

The Pentagon reportedly plans to send Patriot missiles, soldiers to Turkey under a NATO plan to defend against attacks from Syria.

IDF Jeep Hit by Gunfire from Syria

Gunfire from Syria hits IDF jeep, Israel complains to UN.