Syrian civil war

Chemical Weapons "Evidence" Revealed

CNN releases videos Obama administration showed to the Senate, purporting to show "definite" use of Sarin gas against Syrian civilians

Report: Assad's Former Defense Minister Defects and Flees

Two years after being placed on house arrest, Former Syrian Defense Minister Ali Habib has reportedly fled to Turkey.

Syrian Refugee Crisis tops Two Million

More than two million Syrians have fled the war-torn country, the UN Refugee Agency said Tuesday.

50 Syrian Soldiers join Rebels

Syrian Soldiers Bolt Amid Fear of Strike

Around 55 Syrian army soldiers based in the Damascus suburbs have reportedly joined rebel forces.

As Syria Burns, Asma al-Assad Embarks on a Shopping Spree

Wife of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad engages in some expensive "retail therapy," as possible western strikes loom.

Pro-Assad Hackers Hit Marines Website

Computer hackers break into the Marine Corps recruiting website, call Obama "a traitor who wants to put your lives in danger."

Assad: Striking Syria Could Lead to a Regional War

Syrian President challenges the world to provide proof that his regime attacked civilians with chemical weapons.

Video: Syria Rebels Capture Tanks

Morale in the Syrian military is flagging and numerous soldiers are deserting to the rebel side.

Syrian Media Releases List of Potential Targets in Israel

Syrian state media releases list of potential targets for retaliatory strikes in the event of US intervention.

France Backs US Intervention in Syria

US efforts to intervene in Syria receive French backing, following rejection of participation in US-led offensive by British parliament.

Syria: BBC Team Witnesses Incendiary Bomb Dropped on School

A BBC team inside Syria witnessed the aftermath of a bomb dropped onto a school playground. Victims were "like the walking dead."

‘If Assad Falls, Al-Qaeda Rises’

Mideast expert: If America intervenes in Syria – God protect us.

Britain to Delay Action on Syria

British PM urges action, argues that Syria 'is not like Iraq,' but ultimately delays decision over lack of support.

Syria: Rebels Also Hit Regime Troops with Gas

Syria's UN ambassador demands that chemical experts probe three attacks in which soldiers "inhaled poisonous gas".

Video: Syrian Kurds Fight Off Jihadist Rebels

A video posted online shows fighters from the Kurdish People's Protection Unit fighting off jihadists from Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Nusra Front.

Khamenei: Region is Like a Gunpowder Depot, US Attack a Disaster

Britain to present a draft to the UN Security Council Wednesday "authorizing necessary measures to protect civilians" in Syria.

Syrian Official: If Damascus is Attacked, Tel Aviv Will Burn

A senior official in the Syrian army warns the West: waging a war on Syria will be reciprocated with an attack on Tel Aviv.

Syria: Life and Death in the Camera’s Eye

Syrian rebels release video of soldiers’ attempt to escape after their tank takes a direct hit.

Yaalon: Test Us, and Feel IDF’s Strength

Israel’s Defense Minister sends a sharp message to Syria.

Syria: Was Chemical Weapons Massacre a Mistake?

Experts weigh in on who used chemical weapons in Syria and why. Israeli expert says ‘operational mistake’ a likely factor.

Australian Ambassador Visits Syrian Wounded in Israel

Australia’s ambassador to Israel visits victims of Syria violence. ‘Assad must stop the slaughtering of his people.’

Strike on Syria ‘As Early as Thursday’

Russia hurries to get its citizens out as US officials warn operation in Syria could be imminent.

As Syria Tensions Mount, Demand for Gas Masks 'Quadruple'

As the drumbeats of war grow ever louder, Israelis are leaving nothing to chance.

Syrian FM Threatens 'Surprises' for Western Forces

Walid Muallem promises Syria will defend itself against western intervention.

Report: Obama Commissions Legal Justification for Syria Strike

Western military intervention in Syria appearing increasingly likely, as UN team meets survivors of alleged chemical attack.

Obama Must Consult with Congress on Syria, Says Boehner

Aide to House Speaker: The White House must consult with congressional leaders before taking any action in Syria.

Report: Syrian Intervention Could Begin 'Within a Week'

British, American navies poised for attack - but how realistic is western intervention in Syria?

Russia to U.S.: Don't Repeat Your Past Mistakes in Syria

The U.S. rhetoric over the alleged chemical attack in Damascus reminds one of its behavior in Iraq, says Moscow.

Syrian Jihadists Threaten Revenge on Alawites

Al-Nusra Front vows revenge strikes against villages from Assad's Alawite community over claims his forces used chemical weapons.

Report: British Navy Ready to Attack Syria

Britain is planning to join forces with the United States and launch military action against Syria, reports the Telegraph.

Syria Allows Inspectors to See Chemical Attack Site

Agreement reached with UN's disarmament chief, Angela Kane. The team is to begin work on Monday.

Netanyahu: This Cannot Continue

Prime Minister on Syria: Dangerous regimes cannot be allowed to possess the most dangerous weapons on earth.

Obama Meets Advisers to 'Gather Facts' on Syria Attack

Obama met top national security advisers following widespread reports about the Syrian government using chemical weapons.

Initial Assessment: Assad Did Use Chemical Weapons

Preliminary assessment by U.S. and allied intelligence agencies concludes that chemical weapons were indeed used by Syrian forces.

Syrian Rebels Smuggling Evidence of Chemical Attack

Syrian activists say they are smuggling out tissue samples from victims of an alleged chemical attack to bring to UN inspectors.

Obama: Time is Nearing for a Definitive Response on Syria

Alleged use of chemical weapons in Syria "is clearly a big event of grave concern," says U.S. President.

Syrian Rebels Torture a Suspected Collaborator

A man who was suspected of handing over rebel fighters to the Syrian military intelligence was arrested and tortured.

Obama Orders Probe of Syrian Chemical Attack

U.S. President has ordered local spy agencies to urgently probe claims that Syrian forces launched a horrific chemical attack on civilians.

Lebanon: Pro-Hezbollah Commander Assassinated

Masked gunman shoot dead Hassan al-Mouri, along with two other men amid rising sectarian tensions.

UN Calls for 'Clarification' of Alleged Chemical Attack in Syria

Security Council stopped short of demanding a probe by UN investigators into alleged chemical weapons attack.

Security Council Meets on Syrian Chemical Attack

Security Council convenes to discuss reports that Assad's forces killed more than 1,300 people using chemical weapons.

Yaalon Confirms Syria Chemical Attack

Israeli Defense Minister joins growing chorus of international leaders confirming chemical attack by the Syrian regime against civilians.

Arab-Israeli Indicted for Joining Syrian Jihadis

Israeli security services growing increasingly concerned over Arab-Israelis joining the Syrian rebellion, fearing Al Qaeda influence.

Prosor: Israel Won't Stand By as Assad Fires Mortars

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations says Israel is losing its patience with the repeated Syrian violations of the ceasefire.

Sunni Sheikh: Beirut Explosion Because of Hezbollah Crimes

The Lebanese Sunni Sheikh Ahmad al-Assir says that last week's explosion in Beirut was a result of Hezbollah’s “crimes in Syria.”

Two Wounded Syrians Brought to Israel

At least 17 Syrian casualties have been taken for treatment in Israel since the weekend.

Report: 1,000 Mosques Destroyed in Syria Fighting

The civil war in Syria has turned into a religious war between Sunnis and Alawite Shiites.

Nasrallah: I'm Willing to Go Fight in Syria Myself

Hezbollah chief says that Thursday's car bombing in Beirut will not deter members of his group from fighting in Syria.

Video: Syrians Try to Move Bomb

Tragic-comic video shows attempt by rural Syrians to move a bomb dropped by army helicopter.

Report: Syrian Al Qaeda Leader Killed

Imad Ahmad reportedly killed in botched raid on forces loyal to Syrian President Bashar el-Assad.

Syrian Jihadists Enlist Teletubbies to Win Over the Public

Syria’s jihadist rebels are giving away toys to children, in an attempt to win over the hearts of Syrians.

The Plot Thickens: Report Reveals Sudan Arming Syrian Rebels

Report threatens to put Sudan on a collision course with its Iranian allies, who back Assad.

Assad Sending Reinforcements to Latakia

The Syrian regime is sending reinforcements to the countryside near Latakia, which has come under heavy rebel attacks in recent days.

Galilee: A Syrian Father's Tears of Gratitude

X-ray technician at Western Galilee Hospital tells story of 12 year old Syrian patient at ICU, Shin Bet and more.

Golan: Rally in Support of Assad

Hundreds of Druze demonstrate in support of Assad's campaign against “terrorists” who serve “Zionists”.

Syrian Army Fails to Defeat Rebels Near Israeli Border

The Syrian army came dangerously close to the Israeli border as it tried to carry out an unsuccessful airstrike on rebels.

Obama Announces More Humanitarian Aid to Syria

U.S. will provide more than $195 million in additional humanitarian assistance for people affected by the Syrian war.

CIA's #2: Syrian Rebels are the Top Threat to U.S.

Agency’s outgoing second-in-command says the country could become Al Qaeda's new safe haven.

Syria: Assad Denies Key Airbase Fell to Rebels

Rebel takeover of key air base could curtail Assad’s airstrike capabilities.

Syrian Rebels Launch Assault on Military Airport

The rebels fighting to oust Assad launched an offensive on a military airport in northern Syria, expressing optimism they'll succeed.