Syrian civil war

Son of Eliminated Hezbollah Leader Follows in Father's Footsteps

Jihad Mughniyeh, son of Imad Mughniyeh who was eliminated in 2008, reportedly heads Hezbollah's Golan Heights operations.

ISIS Loses Ground to Kurds as US Airstrikes Finally Effective

Islamic State pushed out of Kobane by Kurdish fighters as previously 'ineffective' US strikes finally hit the mark.

Watch: Raw Footage of Fierce Street-Battles Between ISIS, Kurds

Islamic State terrorists have broken through Kurdish defenses into Kobane - but footage shows they are facing fierce resistance.

Female Kurdish Suicide Bomber Attacks ISIS in Syria

First attack of its kind sees Kurds use jihadis' own tactics against them in desperate attempt to save Kobane from Islamic State attack.

Economic Campaign Launched Against ISIS

The war against global jihad will only be won through attrition, experts says - to 'kill the alligator by draining the swamp.'

Three US Citizens Join Kurdish Fight Against ISIS

A different type of foreign national: instead of joining jihadists, US citizens found to be joining fight against them.

Twin Car Bombs Kill 18 in Syria's Homs

Twin car bomb explosions in an Alawite neighborhood kill at least 18 people, mostly children.

Watch: Fresh US Airstrikes on ISIS in Syria

Anti-Islamic State coalition continues to pound Islamist targets - but Kurds still say it's not enough to push back IS advance.

Expert: ISIS Changing the Entire Middle East

Extremists' takeovers in Iraq and Syria changing the entire face of Middle Eastern relations, expert says. What does it mean for Israel?

Syrian Rebel President: Assad Helping ISIS

Shocking claim by rebel leader at UN: Assad wants ISIS to defeat FSA, so the West sees him as the best alternative.

Americans Have Returned After Joining Islamists, US Admits

Obama administration concedes citizens' involvement with ISIS, Al Qaeda for the first time as concern over homegrown terror grows.

Kurds Issue Dramatic Call to Arms as Fresh ISIS Massacre Looms

Kurds warn of 'genocide operation', calls youth to defend embattled border town as Islamic State tries to cement control of Turkish border.

Suicide Bomber Kills Hezbollah Members in Lebanon

Clash of the terrorists? Sunni Al Nusra Front targets Shi'ite Hezbollah in Lebanon as Syria war spills over.

Senate Approves Obama's Plan to Train and Arm Syrian Rebels

U.S. Senate approves plan to train and arm Syrian rebel groups to fight the “Islamic State”, a day after the House passed the measure.

Syrian Opposition Leader: Assad Murders, Israel Treats Wounded

Dr. Kamal Al-Labwani, exiled leader of the Syrian opposition, visits Ziv Hospital in Tzfat, where many wounded Syrians are treated.

Watch: Syrian Child Soldier 'Feels Nothing' Killing Soldiers

Lebanese TV report highlights growing presence of child soldiers in Syria; 12-year-old sniper tells how he 'got used' to killing soldiers.

Report: Al Qaeda Rebels Seize UN Arms, Uniforms in Syria

Syrian envoy accuses Israel of 'letting' Nusra Front take control of Syrian side of the border, confirms rebels now control Syrian Golan.

UN: Assad Responsible for More Atrocities in Syria Than ISIS

Special UN panel says despite bloody Islamic State rampage the Syrian regime is still responsible for most war crimes in Syria.

Islamic State Downs Syrian Fighter Jet

As clashes rage in both Iraq and Syria, ISIS shoot down Syrian fighter for first time since declaring 'Caliphate'.

GOP Drafting Legislation on Arming Syrian Rebels

House Republicans' new legislation will keep the Obama administration on a short leash when it comes to arming and training Syrian rebels.

Hezbollah: We Won't Leave Syria

Hezbollah official says the threat from the Islamic State means there "is a great need for Hezbollah to remain in Syria".

UN Peacekeepers Flee Syrian Golan into Israel

Hundreds of UNDOF observers flee to Israeli Golan Heights, as battles continue to rage between the Syrian regime and Islamist rebels.

Israeli Hospital Battles to Save Injured Syrian Child's Sight

12-year-old victim of Syrian civil war lost his sight from regime shelling. 'We were taught that Israel is the enemy.'

Colorado Woman Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Support ISIS

US native who tried to join IS strikes deal to help intelligence agencies combat terrorism; sentencing upcoming.

Breaking News

Fijian Peacekeepers Released, Expected to Cross into Israel

Syria's Nusra Front rebel group releases 44 UN peacekeepers, who will cross into Israel later today.

Watch: Fijian UN Soldiers Say They Are Safe in Al Qaeda Video

Syria's Nusra Front rebel group releases video featuring 44 UN peacekeepers; group leader thanks rebels 'for keeping their word.'

Leader of Syrian Islamist Group Killed in Bomb Blast

Hassan Abboud, leader of Ahrar al-Sham, killed with other top commanders in a bomb blast in the north-western town of Ram Hamdan.

Watch: Al Qaeda Captures Syrian Town on Border with Israel

Video shows Al Qaeda's Syrian branch, the Nusra Front, capturing the town of Naba Al-Sakhr, as fierce fighting continues.

Stray Gunfire From Syria Wounds IDF Soldier in the Golan

Soldier evacuated to hospital after being shot by 'stray gunfire' near Quneitra crossing.

Irish Foreign Minister: We May Leave Golan Force

The withdrawal of the Irish contingent could be a body blow from which the UN peacekeeping force may not recover.

Syria Rebels Advance Near Golan Heights, Says NGO

26 Syrian Army troops and 17 rebels were killed in a battle on Saturday, in Quneitra province.

IDF Returns Fire at Syrian Army Position as Mortar Hits Golan

IDF hits Syrian military position after mortar shell strikes open field; fighting continues to rage between regime, rebel forces.

Islamic State Terrorists in Russian Jets: 'Putin, You're Next'

Islamists declare their intent to use captured planes to attack Assad, Moscow, warn: 'prepare yourself for what's coming'.

Syrian Rebels Present Demands for Release of UN Peacekeepers

Al-Nusra Front presents three demands for the release of 43 Fijian peacekeepers kidnapped last week.

Fierce Clashes Along Syrian Border; Mortar Shell Strikes Israel

More spillover from the Syrian civil war, as battles continue to rage between regime, rebel forces.

Syria: 42 Children Die in 36 Hours

At least 42 children killed in government air strikes and shelling across Syria, says British-based NGO.

Israel Shoots Down Unmanned Drone From Syria

Patriot missile takes down UAV over Golan Heights as it attempted to penetrate Israeli airspace.

White House Scrambles to Defend 'No Strategy' on IS Line

White House spokesman claims key word of 'yet' was missing in Obama's ambivalent remarks on Syria plans, as criticism grows.

Syrian Jets Hit Rebels Close to the Israeli Border

Syrian jets shell rebel positions near the border with Israel, hours after mortars from Syria hit Israel.

American Fighting for IS Killed in Syria

Douglas McCain, 33, killed while fighting in Syria for the Islamic State.

Syria: 'Moderate' Rebels Scoff at US Threats Against ISIS

Obama Administration's threats against Islamic State in Syria a mere 'tickle' to the terrorist group, Free Syrian Army spokesman says.

'Islamic State' Captures Major Syrian Airbase

Last regime outpost in northern Syria falls to jihadis, including MiG jets; IS now controls roughly one third of northern, eastern Syria.

Intelligence: Islamic State Planning Terror Attack in US, Europe

Concerns grow over IS influence abroad, as intelligence officials claim terror group rivals Al Qaeda in the Middle East.

Syrian Man Arrested in Belgium Over Terror Links

Man found in possession of videos showing killings by jihadis, suspected of links to Al Qaeda.

Norway Takes Security Precautions After Jihadi Terror Threat

Norwegian intelligence say they were informed of 'terror attack' by jihadists returning from Syria.

Watch: Al Qaeda, Hezbollah Battle it out in Syria

Footage taken by Syrian rebels appears to show fierce clashes along Lebanese border.

ISIS Promotional Video Vows to 'Conquer Israel, Rome and Spain'

Documentary-style propaganda video features pledge to wage jihad for world domination, showcases 'humanitarian work.'

France Adopts Tough New Law to Crack Down on Jihadis

Jihadi websites will be subject to bans similar to those used against child pornography; radicals could have passports confiscated.

Singapore Concerned over Jihadis Returning from Syria

At least two Singaporean citizens fighting in Syria for Islamist rebels; interior minister worried about terror threat at home.

Britain's Secret Plan to Arm Syrian Rebels Revealed

The United Kingdom drew up plans to train and equip a 100,000-strong Syrian rebel army, but the initiative was ultimately deemed too risky.

U.S. to Increase Security at Overseas Airports

Homeland Security increasing security measures at airports overseas amid deepening concerns over Syrian terrorists.

ISIS Captures Key Syrian Border Town

ISIS seizes control of the Syrian border town of Albu Kamal after a fierce three-day battle with other rebel groups.

U.S. Worried About Syria Threat to Commercial Flights

Washington seeking changes to security at airports over concern that Syrian terrorists might smuggle bombs onto planes.

ISIS Crucifies One of Its Own in Syria

The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant executes and crucifies one of its own men for corruption.

Nasrallah Says Hezbollah in Syria 'Protecting Lebanon from ISIS'

Hezbollah chief responds to growing criticism of group's involvement in Syria amid mounting casualties, spillover into Lebanon.

Obama Seeks $500 Million to Equip Syrian Rebels

In its annual request for overseas funding, the Obama administration has proposed a program to train and equip moderate rebels.

UN Condemns Syrian Fighting in the Golan Heights

Security Council says fighting between Syrian government and opposition fighters in the Golan Heights could escalate tensions with Israel.

Report: Syrian Forces Bomb Sunni Targets in Iraq

Another act of Syrian aggression? Warplanes with Syrian flags seen bombing ISIS-controlled towns in Iraq; Damascus denies it.

Liberman Blames Assad's Forces for Golan Heights Explosion

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman says attack was deliberate, 'clearly from Syrian authorities.'

Syria Says IDF Raids are a 'Flagrant Violation' of Territory

IDF air raids killed 10 Syrian soldiers overnight near the Golan Heights, in response to killing of a teenage boy.