Syrian civil war

Assad accuses France of 'supporting terrorism'

Syrian President rejects France as venue for signing peace deal with opponents, says France supports terrorism.

Syria denies using chemical weapons in civil war

Syria tells global watchdog it is fully cooperating with the destruction of its toxic stockpile, as agreed upon in 2013.

Clashes erupt between Syria Islamists, Kurds

Kurdish forces battle Al Qaeda's Nusra Front in Syria's northern Aleppo Province.

Top official: Russian jets sometimes cross into Israeli airspace

But unlike Turkey, Israel coordinates closely with Russia - and in return the IAF is granted free reign to hit Hezbollah in Syria.

Syrian paper recounts rescue of downed Russian pilot

Syria government media describes how elite forces penetrated behind rebel lines to rescue wounded navigator.

Americans 'concerned' over Russian missile system in Syria

Russia's decision to deploy S-400 system to its base in Syria is raising "significant concerns" for the United States military.

Russian FM: Downing of jet by Turkey was a 'planned provocation'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov had harsh words for Ankara at Moscow press conference, but says Russia 'won't go to war' with Turkey.

Watch: Syrian rebels blow up Russian helicopter after jet downed

At least one Russian soldier confirmed dead in incident; chopper was taking part in rescue operation to find pilots of jet downed by Turkey.

What are the implications of Turkey downing Russian jet?

Analysis: Russia's aggressive, unilateralist policies made such an incident almost inevitable - but will Moscow now move to deescalate?

Video: Syrian rebels spray gunfire at parachuting Russian pilots

Footage emerges of Russian air force jet going down along Syrian-Turkish border, rebels firing at prone pilot.

Iran and Russia vow to oppose attempts to dump Assad

Russia and Iran will jointly oppose "external attempts" at regime change in Syria, says the Kremlin after Putin meeting with Khamenei.

Global watchdog voices 'concern' over chemical arms use in Syria

Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons calls for those behind chemical attacks in Syria to be held accountable.

American forces to arrive in Syria 'very soon'

Senior American official says dozens of special forces will arrive in Syria soon, in accordance with Obama plan.

In rare interview, Assad claims army 'advancing' on rebels

Syrian dictator claims army 'making advancement on every front' since Russian airstrikes began - but evidence on ground suggests otherwise.

UN condemns Syria for human rights violations

UN committee condemns human rights violations in Syria, in a resolution presented by Saudi Arabia - whose own track record is questionable.

Official: Assad used 90 percent of his missiles on rebels

Senior Israeli official says Syria has used most of its ballistic missiles on rebels, but has also transferred a few to Hezbollah.

Al Qaeda claims it downed two Russian drones in Syria

Nusra Front rebel group says it took down the drones over a military airport in northern Syria.

Syria and ISIS: US capitulates - UN Security Council procrastinates

Assad: We'll help France - if it changes its attitude

Syrian President says his country is only willing to share intelligence information with France - if it changes its policies in the region.

Kurdish-Arab alliance captures nearly 200 villages from ISIS

Recently-formed Syrian Democratic Forces, aided by US air power, dealing blow after blow against jihadists; kill 493 terrorists in 2 weeks.

Hezbollah TV reporter killed near Aleppo

Syrian state TV says Al Manar reporter killed 'while covering military operations' against rebel forces in northern Syria.

Syria: Al Qaeda rebels kill key ISIS commander

Commander of Al-Yarmuk Martyrs Brigade, which pledged allegiance to ISIS, killed in suicide bombing in southern Syria.

United States doesn't expect progress in Syria talks

Secretary of State Kerry says he does not expect a major breakthrough at international talks in Vienna on how to end Syria's civil war.

Report: Syria army takes key rebel town south of Aleppo

Taking control of Al-Hader brings regime one step close to key Damascus-Aleppo highway.

West dismisses Russian outline on Syria

Envoys say Russia's proposal for reform in Syria is not enough.

UN Syria envoy: Don't squander 'momentum' of Vienna talks

UN envoy Staffan de Mistura urges world powers to come up with a political process to end Syria's civil war.

Saudi Arabia wants UN to condemn Russia for Syria involvement

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

Russia to propose 18-month reform in Syria

Russia wants Syrian government and opposition to agree to constitutional reform followed by presidential elections, draft document reveals.

Syria: Rare, bloody attack on regime stronghold

Mortar attack on Latakia kills nearly two dozen people, as rebels creep ever closer to Assad's Alawite heartland.

Next round of Syria talks to be held Saturday

State Department announces Kerry will travel to Vienna for the latest round of negotiations on the conflict in Syria.

French strike hits ISIS oil facility in Syria

Third wave of bombings by French air force targets 'oil supply center' near border with Iraq.

Iran to attend next round of Syria talks

Khamenei adviser confirms Iran will attend the next round of peace talks on Syria.

Iran buys plane to use in Syrian war - in violation of nuke deal

Mahan Air, which has close links to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, purchased the UK-manufactured plane to ferry troops to Syria.

Ten killed in regime strike on ISIS-held town in Syria

At least two children killed in Syrian regime airstrikes on town in the northern Aleppo province.

Syrian rebels take control of key town near Aleppo

Jund al-Aqsa and other opposition groups seize control of Morek after fierce battle in which dozens of regime soldiers were killed.

Iranian losses in Syria 'triggering mutiny'

Source close to Revolutionary Guards tells Arab paper some Iranian officers refusing orders, as casualty count keeps rising.

Russia sent anti-aircraft missile systems to Syria

Russian air force chief says 50 aircraft deployed, along with anti-aircraft batteries; 'We took into account every possible threat.'

Pentagon welcomes advance of ISIS-fighting alliance

Joint Kurdish-Arab force makes gains against jihadists in northern Syria - but who are they really?

Amnesty International: Nearly 60,000 Syrians have 'disappeared'

Rights group warns Syria's government is profiting from money charged to families of people who the regime made forcibly disappear.

Why are Russians flocking to join Syria mission?

Sources say veterans of covert Soviet op. to prop up Damascus after Israeli invasion of Lebanon among those drafted to save Assad.

Russia says Syria 'opposition' guided airstrikes

For the first time Moscow says it worked with unspecified 'opposition groups' to target ISIS in Syria.

Yet another senior Iranian officer killed in Syria

Revolutionary Guards Colonel Ezzatollah Soleimani killed during 'advisory mission' near Aleppo, Iranian media reports.

Syrian regime adamant: Assad not stepping down

Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister rules out any 'transitional period' involving Bashar al-Assad relinquishing power.

Video captures barrel bomb attack in Syria

MEMRI posts video showing a helicopter dropping two barrel bombs on a built-up area in Darayya, Syria.

Russian airstrikes hit Syria's Palmyra region

Russia's air force strikes the area around the ancient city of Palmyra, where ISIS has destroyed ancient artifacts.

Khamenei dismisses foreign countries' involvement in Syria

Iran's Supreme Leader says Syria's fate should be decided by elections, not a deal brokered by other countries.

Obama Syria deployment 'too little, too late,' say critics

US president slammed by critics for flip flopping again over Syria; Trump: 'We have a president who just doesn't know what he's doing.'

US announces $100 million in new aid to Syria opposition

Funds will go to non-military causes such as supporting local councils and civil society activists.

Syria: New Kurdish-Arab alliance launches first anti-ISIS attack

Newly-formed Syrian Democratic Forces will receive air support from US-led coalition in first operation in northern Syria.

Syrian MP: American troops are 'an act of aggression'

Syrian member of parliament blasts Obama's decision to send special operations forces into his country.

UN chief 'encouraged' by talks on Syria

Ban Ki-moon says he is encouraged by talks in Vienna on the Syria crisis, even though the sides failed to agree on Assad's fate.

Kerry can't rule out deploying even more commandos in Syria

Kerry claims troop deployment in Syria, weeks after Russia's deployment, is meant to fight ISIS only and not Assad.

Major powers 'agree to disagree' on Syria

Major powers meet in Vienna but remain divided over Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad's fate.

Obama authorizes special forces in Syria

Obama authorizes sustained deployment of special forces to Syria, but White House insists it is not putting American boots on the ground.

US Intelligence Chief says Russia 'winging it' in Syria

US Director of National Intelligence James Clapper says 'impulsive' Putin doesn't really have a long-term plan for intervention.

Seventeen countries launch Syria peace talks

Every outside country involved in Syria, including US and EU, begin critical talks to solve four-year conflict.

Iran may back away from demand to keep Assad in power

Senior official says Iran may accept a six-month transition in Syria, followed by elections to decide ally Assad's fate.

US, Iran to meet before multilateral Syria talks

US Secretary of State John Kerry will met Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif ahead of Syria talks, which will include Tehran for the first time.

Assad: West is backing 'terrorists' in Syria

Syrian President accuses Western states, including France, of supporting terrorist groups - meaning rebels - in his country.

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.