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Syria: 12 Children Killed in Airstrikes

Air strikes by Syrian regime warplanes killed at least 12 children in two incidents on Sunday, says the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.

UK Finds Proof of Use of Chemical Weapons in Syria

UK says that chemical weapons were used in the Syrian conflict, after scientists analyzed soil smuggled out of the country.

Shots from Syria Fired at Golan Heights

A barrage of shots from Syria were fired near an IDF force in the Golan Heights. Soldiers responded by firing missiles at the source.

Obama Authorizes Aid for Rebels Amid Calls to Arm Them

President Barack Obama authorizes the release of $10 million in additional aid to Syrian rebels, as calls continue for the U.S. to arm them.

‘No Deal’ With Syria on UN Probe of Chemical Weapons Sites

Talks are stalled over UN inspection of sites where Syrian chemical weapons are stored, according to diplomatic sources.

New Syrian Refugee Camps in Turkey for Christians, Kurds

Turkey is building new Syrian refugee camps for two minority groups, the Christians and the Kurds.

Syrian Opposition to Kerry: Give Us Weapons

Syrian opposition leaders renew their appeals for arms as a jihadist group pledges loyalty to Al-Qaeda.

Syrian Rebels Sought Intel on Israel

Israeli Arab who fought with ‘Global Jihad’ says rebels wanted intel on Israel. Security experts warn of ‘dangerous phenomenon.'

12 Hizbullah Members Killed Near Damascus

Twelve members of the Hizbullah terrorist group have been killed in an ambush near Damascus. 20 others wounded.

25 Dead in Damascus Car Bombing

At least 25 are dead and more are wounded after a suicide bombing strikes the heart of the Syrian capital.

Al-Qaeda Chief Wants Islamic State in Syria

Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri has urged rebels, in a new internet message, to fight to establish an Islamic state in Syria.

New Lebanese PM Wants Neutrality on Syrian Civil War

Lebanese MP Tammam Salam named the country’s new prime minister, pledging to safeguard the country from the war in Syria.

Report: Hamas Training Syrian Rebels in Damascus

Hamas, a former ally of Assad, is now training the rebel Free Syrian Army in eastern Damascus, sources tell the British Times.

Assad: Erdogan Destroying Syria by Reconciling with Israel

Syria’s President charges that the improvement in the relations between Turkey and Israel is proof that Erdogan is trying to destroy Syria.

Iran: West Targeting Syria to Divert Attention from Israel

Senior Iranian lawmaker charges that the Western media is creating a hype against Syria in order to divert attention from “Israel’s crimes”.

UN: 4 Million People Are Displaced Inside Syria

The UN says some four million Syrians are displaced inside the country and in dire need of international help.

Syrian Mortar Shell Falls in Central Golan

A mortar shell fired from Syria fell on the Golan Heights Tuesday evening.

‘Iran's Plan B is Alawite State If Syria’s Assad Falls’

A Syrian professor says Iran hopes to fragment Syria and create an Alawite state to maintain power in the region, Today’s Zayman reports.

March 2013 ‘Bloodiest Month’ in Syrian Civil War

March 2013 was the bloodiest month yet in the two year-long Syrian civil war, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.

Video: Syria’s Ancient Eliyahu HaHavi Synagogue Shelled

An ancient synagogue near Damascus has reportedly gone up in flames after being robbed and vandalized.

IDF Builds Field Hospital for Syrians in Golan Heights

The IDF has built a military field hospital in the Golan Heights, according to international media reports.

Report: Syrian Rebels Down Iranian Weapons Plane

A report in Arab media Thursday morning said that Syrian rebels had shot down a plane over Damascus Airport

Iraqi Influx Doubles Syrian Al Qaeda-Linked Rebel Faction

Syria’s Al Nusra Front, allied with Al Qaeda, has more than doubled and is continuing to grow with the influx of jihadists from abroad.

IDF Allows More Wounded Syrians into Israel

The IDF has allowed more wounded Syrians into Israel, after several appeared at the northern border early Wednesday morning.

Kerry to Iraq: Stop Allowing Flights From Iran to Syria

Washington is "watching what Iraq is doing," U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry warns Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki.

Syrian Rebels: Army Used Chemical Weapons Near Damascus

Members of the Syrian opposition claim that Assad’s forces fired phosphorous at rebels in the town of Adra.

Assad's Fellow Alawites Turn on Him

Pro-rebellion Alawites convene in Cairo, call on other members of the sect to rebel against Assad.

Western-Backed Syrian Opposition Leader Resigns

Syrian opposition leader Moaz Al-Khatib, head of the Syrian National Council, has resigned his post.

Syrian Jihadist Rebels Seize Jordan-Israeli Buffer Zone

Syrian rebel forces have seized a 25-kilometer (15 mile) buffer zone stretching from the Jordanian border to the Golan Heights.

Israel Warns IDF Will Destroy Any Source of Syrian Fire

Israel warned Sunday that the days of restraint in the face of cross-border fire from Syria are finished.

IDF Attacked on Golan Heights by Forces in Syria, Returns Fire

Syrian gunmen opened fire on IDF soldiers for the second time in 24 hours. Soldiers fired back, destroying Syrian position.

Gunfire from Syria Hits IDF Jeeps in Golan

No one was hurt in the incident. Not clear if gunfire was intentional.

UN to Investigate Use of Chemical Weapons in Syria

The UN will investigate whether chemical weapons have been used in the Syria conflict, Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon says.

Damascus Suicide Bombing Kills 42, Including Pro-Assad Cleric

A suicide bomb attack on a mosque killed 42 people, including Syria's most prominent pro-regime Sunni cleric, and wounded dozens of others.

Calls for UN Inquiry Into Use of Chemical Weapons in Syria

Britain, France and the U.S. call for a UN inquiry into accusations by the Syrian government and opposition of chemical weapons attacks.

Obama Careful Regarding Chemical Weapons in Syria

"We intend to investigate thoroughly exactly what happened," says Obama when asked whether chemical weapons were used in Syria.

4 Syrians Treated, 2 Taken to Israeli Hospital by IDF

Four hurt Syrians were treated at the northern border Wednesday and two later hospitalized in Israel. It's not the first time.

U.S. Rep. Rogers: High Probability Syria Used Chemical Weapons

There is a high probability that Syria used chemical weapons against rebels, says chairman of the U.S. House Intelligence Committee.

Israeli Source Confirms: Chemical Weapons Used in Syria Attack

An Israeli source confirms that chemical weapons were used Tuesday in attacks in Syria. Obama, Netanyahu to discuss.

Hizbullah Secretly Buries Terrorists Killed in Syrian Civil War

Hizbullah has secretly buried 38 of its terrorists who were killed on Syrian territory, the Free Syrian army says.

Syrian Nat’l Council in Istanbul to Choose Gov’t-in-Exile

The Syrian National Council began meeting Monday in Istanbul to choose a new government-in-exile.

Henry Kissinger ‘Not Optimistic’ On Israel-PA or Syrian Peace

Venerated former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger says he is not optimistic about the chances for real progress in Mideast peace.

Syrian Rebels Seize Weapons Depots Near Aleppo

Syrian rebels have seized several weapons depots in the village of Khan Toman in Aleppo province after days of fierce clashes.

Syrian Army General and Son Defect to Jordan

A high-ranking officer in the Syrian Army and his son have defected to Jordan. He said morale in Pres. Bashar al-Assad’s regime is low.

Syrian Army's Logistics Chief Defects

The Syrian army's logistics chief, General Mohammed Khalluf, has defected, activists claim.

MI: Assad Will Use WMDs While Hizbullah, Iran Plan New Army

IDF Military Intelligence chief Kochavi predicted Syrian chemical war and a post-Assad Iranian-Hizbullah militia at the Herzliya Conference.

UK, France Supply Syrian Rebels Sans EU Support

Britain and France are providing support to Syrian rebels in their war against President Bashar al-Assad without European Union backing.

UN Halts Peacekeeping Patrols in the Golan Heights

The UN has halted peacekeeping patrols in the Golan Heights amid fears that more countries may withdraw from its force.

EU Official Killed in Rocket Attack on Damascus Suburb

A member of the European Union delegation in Syria has been killed in a rocket attack on Damascus.

Syria Ready to Fight Rebels 'For Years'

Pro-government Syrian newspaper warns the army is "in perfect condition" and can "fight for years to defend Syria."

UN Actively Reviewing Safety of Golan Peacekeepers

The safety of UN observers in the Golan Heights is under “very active review”, says UN spokesman.

Gantz: Syrian Rebels May Target Israel Next

"The likelihood of war with Syria is low, but the terrorists fighting against Assad may see us as their next challenge," says IDF COS.

Syrian Rebels Vow to Conquer Golan, Refugees Refuse Israeli Aid

Syrian refugees might be desperate, injured and starving – but they won’t accept Israeli aid, as rebels vow to reconquer the Golan Heights.

Syria: Fighting Returns to 'Capital of the Revolution'

Syrian rebels launch a surprise raid to retake a key district of the central city of Homs, dubbed 'capital of the revolution'.

Report: Turkey Supports Funding to Syrian Jihadist Rebels?

Turkey, a member of NATO and an ally of the United States, reportedly has supported funding to Syrian jihadist rebels by Arab nations, NGOs.

IDF on High Alert in the Golan Heights, Israel-Syria Border

IDF forces are on high alert in the Golan Heights as opposition forces begin to aim at a new target: Israel.

Kidnapped UN Peacemakers Freed, Arrive in Jordan

Syrian rebels release 21 Filipino peacekeepers who had been kidnapped on the Golan Heights.

UN Delays Effort to Release Kidnapped Peacekeepers

The UN calls off an effort to secure the release of 21 peacekeepers held by Syrian rebels because of darkness in the Golan Heights.

Syrian Rebels Accuse Assad of Deals with Israel

Syrian rebels are claiming clandestine deals between Assad and the Jewish State while kidnapping UN peacekeepers.

Syrian Authorities Claim they Found 'Israeli Equipment'

Syrian authorities claim they have discovered Israeli "espionage equipment" in an undisclosed location in the country.