![]() Russian aircraft disappears in SyriaRussian military aircraft disappears during airstrike over Latakia. US official: Syrian army inadvertently shot it down.![]() Report: Israel attacks in SyriaSyrian media report that air defense systems were used against unidentified aircraft in Latakia.![]() Trump and Mattis are carrying out a grand strategy in SyriaKurds and Arabs have formed a pincer that prevents Iran's road to the sea and it will soon be apparent that everyone, except Iran, is in favor.![]() Russia to test new S-500 defenses in 2016The system is said to have a range of 600 km and could simultaneously intercept up to 10 ballistic missiles.![]() Syria regime advances in LatakiaSyrian pro-government forces take over the last major rebel-held town in Syria's coastal Latakia province.![]() Syria says it seized key rebel redoubt in LatakiaSyrian army took control of the strategic town of Salma, in northwestern province of Latakia, in a major victory for Assad's forces.![]() Game changer? Russia says it deployed S-400 in SyriaDespite US concerns that it will put all aircraft - including those in Israel - under Russian threat, Moscow deploys system to its base.![]() Russia: S-400 to be deployed in Syria 'soon'Advanced air defense system will be able to shoot down targets in Israel, too.![]() Russia deploys missile system able to hit Tel Aviv planesMoscow places S-400 'Growlers' in Syria's Latakia base, in an escalation that places Ben-Gurion Airport within range.![]() Syria: Rare, bloody attack on regime strongholdMortar attack on Latakia kills nearly two dozen people, as rebels creep ever closer to Assad's Alawite heartland.![]() Russia vs the West in Syria - a One-Way StreetIran's Mullahs have friends already, and they sit not in Washington, but in Moscow.![]() Officials: Russia Moving Fighter Jets to SyriaAmerican defense officials say Russia has moved its first fighter jets to the Latakia base in Syria.![]() Rebels Close in on Assad's Latakia BastionRare lethal rocket attack strikes capital of Assad's Alawite sect's heartland on western coast, as rebels close in on key regime stronghold.![]() Syria's Latest Strategem - CigarsIn a bid to prop up failing economy of Assad's regime, state run tobacco company starts branching out and competing with Cuba.![]() Why Was a US Drone in Non-ISIS Syria?Drone downed by Syria was in area devoid of ISIS - was it spying on Assad's regime in an area that has housed advanced missile shipments?![]() Syria Says it Downed US Drone Near Missile Storage PortSyria says it shot down drone over north Latakia, city targeted by Israel in past to block advanced missiles en route to Hezbollah.![]() Assad's Cousin Killed in Fighting with RebelsHilal Al-Assad, cousin of Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad, killed during fighting in the border town of Kasab in Latakia province.![]() Only Half of Syria's Chemical Weapons RemovedOPCW reports a mere 34.8% of the most lethal Priority 1 chemicals removed, same day Syrian army conquers Crusader castle.![]() Mystery Blast in Syrian Port: Did IDF Strike S-300 Missiles?Unofficial reports indicate Latakia weapons stockpiles bombed. IDF reportedly struck missiles there in October.![]() IAF Syria Strike 'Hit Russian S-125 Missiles'Satellite photos show advanced missile launchers of a type that could be upgraded to S-300 system.![]() Assad Sending Reinforcements to LatakiaThe Syrian regime is sending reinforcements to the countryside near Latakia, which has come under heavy rebel attacks in recent days.![]() Obama 'Leaking Info on Israeli Strikes in Syria'Leaks reflect “resentment” toward Israel within the U.S. intelligence community, reports World Tribune.![]() Report: Syria Moved Missiles Before Israeli AirstrikeAmerican intelligence analysts say that a recent alleged Israeli airstrike in Latakia did not succeed in destroying all targeted missiles.![]() Report: Israel Struck in Syria from the SeaAn Israeli submarine attacked an arms depot in Latakia last week, according to intelligence sources.![]() Syria: Israel Didn't Bomb UsOfficial Syrian denial to reports that Israel is responsible for blasts at Latakia port. Israel silent.![]() U.S. Officials: Israel Behind Recent Syria AirstrikeUnnamed U.S. officials tell CNN that Israel struck Russian-made missiles in Latakia, Syria last Friday.![]() Rebels Hint that Israel Attacked in SyriaSyrian rebels claim that “foreign forces” destroyed advanced Russian anti-ship missiles in Latkia last week.![]() Explosions Rock Ammunition Depots in SyriaExplosions rocked several army ammunition depots in Latakia, possibly after they were targeted with rockets.![]() Syrian Forces Quit Latakia, Leaving 34 Dead, More WoundedSyrian government forces began withdrawal from the port city of Latakia, leaving 34 dead and more wounded, in their wake.![]() UNRWA: Palestinians Fleeing Refugee Camp in LatakiaUNRWA says thousands of refugees have been forced to flee the camp in Latakia due to shelling by Syrian forces.![]() Latakia Bombardment Enters Third DaySyrian tanks and warships shelled the ancient port city of Latakia for the third straight day bringing the death toll to 31.![]() 'Viva Palestina' Blocked at Red Sea, Will Try for Gaza Via SyriaA British legislator has led his convoy of aid for Gaza out of Aqaba and is now heading for Syria after learning the Egyptians cannot be pressured. |