Syrian civil war

What Syrian Refugees Mean for the 'Jordan is Palestine' Argument

Refugees from Syria and Iraq are converging on Jordan, changing the country's demographics and how it relates to Palestinians.

Syrian Troops Regroup After Islamists Take Idlib

Syrian government forces regroup outside Idlib, which was taken by an Islamist coalition, including the Al-Qaeda-affiliated Al-Nusra Front.

Al-Qaeda Conquers Syrian Provincial Capital of Idlib

Syrian affiliate Nusra Front paves way for 'emirate' to rival ISIS's Raqa 'caliphate' headquarters; only second capital to fall.

Syria: Islamist Rebels Advance in Fierce Clashes for Idlib

Islamist alliance led by Al Qaeda's Nusra Front makes gains in Idlib city; regime airstrikes attempt to blunten advance.

Syrian Army Drafting Women for Front Lines

The fight against rebel groups becomes egalitarian in Syria, as commanders say the issue is not a matter of gender, but courage.

Assad 'Open to Dialogue' with the United States

Syrian President says he is open to having a dialogue with the United States so long as Syria's "sovereignty" isn't pressured.

New BBC Database Allows Public to Track British Jihadists

BBC releases extensive database of UK citizens who have joined jihadi groups in Syria and Iraq.

Kerry: Assad is a 'Brutal Dictator'

One week after saying it would be necessary to negotiate with Syrian President, John Kerry says he is a "brutal dictator".

Rights Groups Call on Int'l Community: End Syrian Civil War

'Planet Syria' campaign aims to rally international organizations and groups to end Assad's regime and begin negotiations between rebels.

Arab Israeli Imprisoned for Joining Syrian Civil War

Yusef Nasrallah sentenced to 11 months in prison for stint fighting with Syrian rebels, and revealing information on Israeli military base.

Jihadist Syrian Rebels Capture Regime Helicopter, Take Hostages

Rebels from the Al-Nusra Front capture four crew members of a regime helicopter which crashed in the Idlib province.

Syrian Opposition Won't Attend Moscow Peace Talks

Syria's exiled opposition says it declined an invitation from Russia to attend peace talks in Moscow with Assad's representatives.

Kerry: We're Investigating Alleged Chlorine Attack in Syria

Secretary of State warns Syria of consequences if it is discovered the regime used chlorine gas this week.

Syria: Children Among the Dead in Regime Gas Attack

Barrel bomb attack by government forces in Idlib province allegedly contained chlorine gas. Three young children among the dead.

UN Offers to Share Names of Syrian War Crimes Suspects

UNHRC c'tee in charge of investigating Syria to share names of war crimes suspects with state prosecutors, after ICC bid falls flat.

State Dept.: Assad Will 'Never' be Part of Syria Peace Talks

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki seeks to calm the storm caused by Kerry's comments on Syrian president.

Britain: Assad Has No Place in Syria's Future

Britain insists Bashar Al-Assad had no place in Syria's future, after Kerry says Washington will have to negotiate with him.

Kerry: US 'Will Have to Negotiate With Assad' to End Civil War

Obama strategy continues to unravel, as Secretary of State concedes America will have to talk to the Assad regime.

More Than 215,000 Dead as Syrian Civil War Enters Fifth Year

Monitoring group breaks down casualties, says real figure likely much higher, tens of thousands missing; 5,000 killed in past five weeks.

Assad Relative Assassinated in Syria

Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says Mohammed al-Assad, head of the feared shabiha mafia, killed in regime stronghold of Qardaha.

Syrian Refugee Smuggling Ship Stopped by Turkey

Turkish coastguard opens fire on vessel carrying 337 mostly Syrians fleeing the war.

Syrians Find Refuge in Brazil

Brazil providing asylum status to fleeing Syrians, who are intent on rebuilding their lives despite cultural, language barriers.

Mental Illness Rampant in War-Torn Syria

An entire generation of people may face severe psychological damage from the conflict, as diagnoses soar by 30%.

Assad Must Go, Says United States

The United States renews its call for Syrian President to step down as the civil war in Syria enters fifth year.

Syria: 50 Regime Troops Dead in Battle in Assad's Home Province

More than 50 Syrian regime fighters as well as Islamist rebels killed in President Bashar al-Assad's home province of Latakia.

Rights Groups: World Shares Blame for Situation in Syria

21 organizations criticize world powers for not implementing a series of UN resolutions on the Syrian crisis.

ISIS Launches Major Assault on Syrian Border Town

Islamic State ejects Kurdish fighters from key village in preemptive attack on Kurds' stronghold in Ras al-Ain.

Al-Nusra Front Reaffirms Allegiance to Al-Qaeda

Al-Qaeda's Syrian affiliate denies it planned to break away from the global extremist network.

40 Killed as Kurds Battle ISIS for Key Syrian Town

Kurdish fighters repel Islamic State offensive in Hasakeh, as Al Qaeda's Nusra Front battles regime in Aleppo.

Could There Be 10,000 Europeans in Syria by 2016?

French Prime Minister Manuel Valls predicts exponential exodus of radicalized European Muslims to Syria and Iraq; 3,000 there now.

Erdogan Attacks West for Not Taking More Syrian Refugees

Turkish president claims EU 'leaves refugees to die at sea,' notes Turkey has taken in 2 million Syrians.

Security Council Condemns Use of Chlorine in Syria

UN Security Council condemns the use of chlorine in Syria, threatens measures if chemicals are used in future attacks.

UN Shrinks Food Aid to Syria Refugees in Turkey

Lack of cash forces World Food Program to ask Turkey to take over aid efforts in nine refugee camps.

EU Issues New Sanctions Against Syria's Assad Regime

New European Union sanctions add several new individuals and entities to list growing list of sanctions target as civil war drags on.

Russia to Host Syria Peace Talks in April

Talks between Syrian regime and opposition figures will continue in Russia in April after last meeting ended without conclusive results.

Heavy Clashes Near Regime Intelligence Headquarters in Aleppo

Clashes erupt between Syrian regime forces and rebels near intelligence center in Aleppo; in other part of city bomb attack kills 18.

Assad Insists the Syrian People Support Him

Embattled Syrian President says he continues to enjoy the support of the Syrian people despite nearly four years of war.

Syria: Collapse of Moderate Rebel Group Deals Blow to US Hopes

Harakat Hazm - first Syrian rebel group to receive US TOW anti-tank missiles - disbands after defeat to Al Qaeda. Weapons seized.

Rebels in Aleppo Reject UN Envoy's Ceasefire Proposal

Syrian rebel forces in Aleppo reject UN envoy de Mistura's plan for a freeze in fighting.

UN Envoy in Solidarity Visit to Syria's Assyrians Christians

Staffan de Mistura pays surprise visit to Christian refugees driven from their homes by ISIS, living now in a church near Damascus.

Syrian Opposition Praises France's Anti-Assad Stance

After Hollande, Valls condemn MPs' visit to 'butcher' Bashar al-Assad, exiled opposition leader says working with regime won't stop ISIS.

Syria: Kurds Capture Part of Key ISIS Stronghold

Kurdish fighters seize parts of Tal Hamis after six days of fighting, during which nearly 200 'Islamic State' fighters killed.

French PM Slams MPs for Meeting with Syrian 'Butcher' Assad

French PM Manuel Valls condemns with 'greatest strength' meeting between three French MPs and Syrian President Assad.

Human Rights Watch Calls for New UN Sanctions on Syria

HRW condemns Assad regime's widespread use of barrel bombs, calls for arms embargo - but China and Russia not interested.

Swedish Journalist Freed from Captivity in Syria

Joakim Medin describes being kept in cell 'full of dirt and blood' by regime forces; Sweden confirms his release.

UN Panel Ready to Release List of Syrian 'War Criminals'

UN investigators say they are prepared to publish secret lists of alleged war criminals in Syria.

Rebel Counter-Attack, Storms Halt Syria Offensive in Aleppo

Syrian army forces, backed by foreign fighters from Hezbollah and Iran, struggling in battle for Syria's second city.

Syrian Regime Willing to Suspend Bombardment of Aleppo

UN diplomat says the Syrian regime is willing to suspend its aerial bombardment of Aleppo for a six-week humanitarian ceasefire.

US, Turkey Agree to Arm and Train Syrian Rebels

US State Department announces deal 'in principle', despite Ankara's own murky role in Syria's civil war.

Watchdog Group: Syrian Army Cutting Aleppo Rebel Supply Line

Assad's regime forces have taken two villages from rebel control and are looking to cut off a key highway between Aleppo and Turkey.

Nine Dead in Rebel Fire on Syria's Aleppo

Nine people, including three children, were killed in the government-controlled area of northern Syrian city Aleppo.

Syria: NGOs, Families Protest Over Disappearing Journalists

Activists promoting freedom of speech and transparency over the war have disappeared, rights groups say - and so have medics and lawyers.

Sources: Over 1,000 Hezbollah Terrorists on the Golan

Over 1,000 Hezbollah terrorists are fighting with Syrian and Iranian forces on the Golan, according to numerous sources.

Nearly 100 Killed in Clashes Between Hezbollah, Syrian Rebels

Sunni rebels, Hezbollah, regime forces and Iranian special forces all involved in major battle in southern city of Daraa.

UN Calls Assad 'Part of the Solution' in Syria

UN insists the 'only solution is a political solution' in Syria, despite four years of war and ISIS advances.

New Al Qaeda Video Shows Steady Advance along Israeli Border

Syrian Nusra Front rebel group releases slick new video, in attempt to take back the initiative from rival ISIS in the propaganda war.

There's No Coordination with Assad, Says State Department

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki says her country isn't coordinating airstrikes against ISIS in Syria.

British Foreign Minister Slams 'Delusional' Assad

UK's top diplomat says Assad must go as part of any peace deal, brands him 'delusional' over claims Syria death toll 'exaggerated'.

Report: Hezbollah Taking the Lead in Fight against Syrian Rebels

Syrian military source confirms Hezbollah engaged in major op. near Israeli border. Monitor says it's now leading regime forces.

Assad Ridicules Barrel-Bomb Claims

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says Syria being notified of anti-ISIS airstrikes, begrudges US support of other rebel groups.