Syrian civil war

Putin: American Support of Syrian Rebels 'Illegal'

Russian President claims that Syrian rebels supported by the United States end up joining ISIS.

Mortar Shell from Syria Explodes in Golan

Mortar shell from Syria explodes on the Israeli side of the border as fighting from Syrian civil war spills over yet again.

Rouhani Ready to Discuss 'Plan of Action' for Syria

Iranian President says he is ready to discuss plan of action for Syria's post-war future.

US Seeks Iranian Help as ISIS Strategy in Tatters

White House reaches out to Tehran to help broker 'solution' in Syria, as Obama admin's strategy fails miserably.

Sherman: Washington Ready to Talk with Iran About Syria

Under Secretary of State says Obama administration is ready to open a dialogue with Iran about the situation in Syria

Nasrallah Welcomes Russian Intervention in Syria

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

Syria: Six-Month Truce Reached in Zabadani

Agreement reached between warring parties in Syria for a six-month truce in rebel-held town.

Report: Putin Considering Unilateral Airstrikes Against ISIS

Officials say Russian President preparing to launch airstrikes against ISIS from inside Syria if the United States won't cooperate with him.

France Softens Position on Assad, Won't Demand His Removal

France's Foreign Minister announces his country will not demand Syrian President's departure as a precondition for peace talks.

Former Bin Laden Lieutenant Killed in Syria Fighting

A former lieutenant of former Al-Qaeda chief killed in fighting with pro-government militiamen near Idlib.

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.

Russia Says it Will Continue to Support Assad

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reiterates his country will continue to support its Syrian ally.

Report: Iranian Soldiers Actively Fighting in Syria

Israeli security officials say Revolutionary Guards have teamed with Hezbollah, Syrian soldiers to stave off rebels in Zabadani.

Kerry and Lavrov Discuss Syria Yet Again

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov discusses the Syrian conflict with his American counterpart for the second time in four days.

Damascus Denies Reports of Increased Russian Activity

Syria’s Information Minister Omran Zohbi says reports that Russia has an increased presence in his country are baseless.

Rouhani Says Democracy 'Not a Priority' in Syria

At a news conference with visiting Austrian President, Iranian President dismisses calls for reform, Assad's ouster.

Zarif: Those Demanding Assad's Ouster Responsible for Bloodshed

Iran's foreign minister claims that demands for the resignation of Syrian President will prolong the country's civil war.

Russia Dismisses American Concerns Over Presence in Syria

Russian foreign ministry says Moscow's assistance to Bashar Al-Assad is nothing out of the ordinary.

Kerry Expresses Concern Over Russian Presence in Syria

Secretary of State speaks to Russia counterpart about reports of Russia's enhanced military build-up in Syria.

Pictures Show 'Russian Soldiers' Fighting in Syria

Mounting evidence of Russian boots on the ground to defend flagging Syrian allies against resurgent rebels; Obama still dawdling.

Abbas: Allow Palestinians from Syria into Judea-Samaria

Palestinian Authority chief turns to UN to call on Israel to allow fleeing Palestinian Arabs from Syria into PA-help areas.

Herzog: Israel Should Take in Syrian Refugees

Opposition leader says 'Jews cannot remain indifferent' to refugees' plight; Druze in southern Syria targeted in suspected regime attack.

Iran Has its Own Peace Plan for Syria

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister says his country submitted a peace plan to Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad.

Russia Reportedly Delaying Syrian Chemical Weapons Probe

Diplomats say Russia is delaying the launch of UN investigation aimed at assigning blame for chemical weapon attacks in Syria.

Russian Boots on the Ground in Syria?

As Obama prevaricates, Russia has no compunctions about backing its Syrian allies - and seems to even be sending troops to the front lines.

Report: 'Strained' US to Remove Patriot Battery from Jordan

A report over the weekend said that the United States was likely to remove its Patriot missile defense batteries from Jordan.

Two-Day Ceasefire Agreed Upon in Three Syrian Towns

For the second time in two weeks, warring sides agree to a 48-hour ceasefire in the town of Zabadani and two Shiite villages in Idlib.

Assad 'Confident' of Russia's Support

Syrian President says he is confident Russia will continue supporting his embattled regime, accuses America of abandoning its allies.

Assad: Fighting 'Terrorists' More Important than Fighting Israel

Syrian President says his country must first deal with anti-regime rebels before it responds to last week's Israeli airstrikes in Syria.

Iran Welcomes UN's Peace Plan for Syria

Iran welcomes peace plan for Syria approved by the UN Security Council, says Assad's regime must be directly involved.

Typhoid Outbreak Hits Palestinians from Syria's Yarmouk Camp

UN agency confirms outbreak of potentially fatal disease among refugees from fighting inside Yarmouk itself.

Syria Blasts UN Envoy for Criticizing Barrel Bomb Attacks

Syria's government slams Staffan de Mistura for his criticism of regime air raids that killed nearly 100 people.

UN Security Council Backs New Syria Peace Plan

Security Council backs a new push for peace talks in Syria, in a measure adopted by Russia.

Video: IDF Kills Iran-Sponsored Golan Terrorists

Terrorists infiltrated from Syria last month in order to plant bombs. IDF says Tehran sent them.

Syria: Massacre as Regime Barrel Bombs Kill at Least 82

Local ceasefires crumble as regime relaunches offensive to capture key town; barrel bomb kills scores of civilians in rebel-held town.

Russian, Iranian Foreign Ministers to Discuss Iran Deal

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to host Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif on Monday.

UN Aid Chief to Pay Visit to Syria

Stephen O'Brien, the UN's top aid official, will pay his first visit to Syria next week to step up relief efforts for the war-torn country.

Syrian Opposition Insists: Assad Must Go

Syria's main opposition group meets Russian foreign minister, rejects calls to join forces against ISIS.

Venezuela Delays UN Resolution on Syria

A UN Security Council approval of a draft statement on Syria delayed because of objections from Venezuela.

Obama to Press Ahead with Training of 'Moderate' Syrian Rebels

President Barack Obama's administration says it will continue with mission to train Syrian opposition fighters, despite initial failures.

Iran Foreign Minister to Visit Syria, Discuss New Peace Plan

Mohammad Javad Zarif will visit Syria and discuss a new plan by the Islamic Republic to help resolve the conflict there.

Syria Rebels, Pro-Regime Forces Agree on 48-Hour Truce

Islamist groups and pro-regime forces agree on a ceasefire in flashpoint towns in northwest Syria and along the border with Lebanon.

Assad's Cousin Arrested Over 'Road Rage' Killing

Syrian authorities arrest Suleiman Al-Assad, a cousin of the president accused of killing a military officer in a road rage incident.

Rebels Bombard Shia Villages as 'ISIS-Free Zone' Inches Closer

Syrian rebels led by Al Qaeda fire some 1,000 rockets at Shia villages; Al Qaeda announces withdrawal from area slated for 'ISIS-free zone.'

Assad Pledges to Punish Cousin for Road Rage Murder

Syrian dictator in sticky situation as cousin guns down senior military commander in 'cold blood' - for overtaking him in traffic.

Two Druze Indicted for Lynch Murder of Wounded Syrian

A 48-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man were among those who beat a wounded Syrian to death.

Rebel Rocket Fire Kills 5 in Damascus

Rocket fire from rebel-held areas around Syrian capital kill five and wound 37.

Oman and Syria to Work Together to End Civil War

Syria's Foreign Minister visits Oman, agrees with counterpart to work together to end brutal civil war.

US, Russia Agree on UN Syria Chemical Arms Resolution

John Kerry announces agreement with Moscow to finally determine who is responsible for chemical weapons attacks in Syria.

ISIS Seizes Key Syrian Town from Regime Forces

Strategically-important town in Homs province connects ISIS-controlled Palmyra to the Qalamoun region near Damascus.

Iran to Submit Syria Peace Plan to the UN

Iran says it will submit a new peace plan for war-ravaged Syria to the United Nations after holding consultations with Damascus.

Assad Faces 'Existential Battle' as Rebels Threaten Key Army HQ

Islamist rebels including Al Qaeda's Nusra Front prepare to advance on regime army HQ in what could be an 'existential battle' for Assad.

US Syria Policy Mocked as Al Qaeda Hunts Down US-Backed Rebels

White House Syria strategy derided as empty 'media statements' by Assad regime, as Nusra Front kidnaps more pro-US rebels.

White House: We'll Defend Syria Rebels with Airstrikes

White House confirms it will defend American-backed rebels in Syria with airstrikes if necessary.

United States Widens Sanctions on Syria

New American sanctions target individuals and entities providing energy products used by the Assad regime in fighting its own people.

Obama Authorizes Airstrikes to Defend Syrian Rebels

Obama authorizes use of airstrikes to defend U.S.-trained Syrian rebels if they come under attack from terrorist groups or the Assad regime.

Rouhani: Nuclear Deal Helps Solve Syria and Yemen Conflicts

Iran's president claims his country's nuclear deal with the West would create better prospects for faster solutions in Syria and Yemen.