Syrian civil war

Syria Loses as Refugee Count Hits One Million

The United Nations says the number of Syrian refugees fleeing the country has hit the one million mark, as the nation is turned to rubble.

Al Qaeda Terrorists Track Israeli Soldiers on Northern Border

Al Qaeda terrorists have been spotted on Israel’s border in the Golan Heights, tracking IDF soldiers from the Syrian side of the fence.

Expert: Hizbullah has Chemical Weapons, is Afraid to Use Them

Syria’s chemical weapons could become a world problem, INSS expert warns. Rebels, not Hizbullah, the biggest threat.

Prosor Warns UN of Potential Escalation in Golan

UN ambassador Ron Prosor in a letter to the UN: Israel will not stand by while its citizens' lives are at risk from Syria's recklessness.

Syrian Rebels Poised to Conquer Entire City of Raqa

For the first time, Syrian rebel forces are poised to conquer an entire city – the provincial capital of Raqa, on the Euphrates River.

Syrian Rebels Hang 'Palestinian Refugees' who Aided Assad

Syrian rebels hanged two Arabs registered as “Palestinian refugees” on suspicion of aiding the Assad, says a rights watchdog.

Three Syrian Mortar Shells Strike Golan Heights

Security establishment believes the shells were stray ones. No one was hurt and no damage was caused.

US to Provide $60M in 'Immediate' Aid to Syrian Rebels

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has announced the United States will provide $60 million to hand-picked Syrian rebel groups.

UK to Join US in Aiding Syrian Rebels Against President Assad

The UK joins United States in training and equipping rebels in their fight to oust Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from power.

NYT: US to Train and Equip Syria's Rebel Forces

The US is training and equipping Syrian rebel forces in their war to oust President Bashar al-Assad, the NY Times reports.

Report: Nasrallah's Hizbullah Deputy Injured or Killed in Syria

The second-in-command to Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah has been injured in an attack on a convoy by Syrian opposition forces.

Lebanese Terror Group Denies Hizbullah's Nasrallah Has Cancer

The Hizbullah terrorist organization has issued a denial that the group’s 52-year-old leader, Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah, has cancer.

Healed Syrians Return Home from Israel

Six of seven wounded Syrians returned to their homes across Israel's northern border after healing their injuries at Ziv Hospital in Tzfat.

Syrian Opposition Demands World Action After Aleppo Attack

Syria's main opposition group pulls out of international talks, demands world action after missiles slam into the city of Aleppo.

Syria: At Least 12 Dead in Missile Attack in Aleppo

Three missiles crashed into residential areas of Syria's northern city of Aleppo, killing at least 12 civilians.

IDF Ready in ‘Volatile’ Golan

The IDF is prepared for a new reality in the Golan, retired general says. Region currently ‘volatile'.

Over 4,000 Syrian Refugees Flood Jordan in 24 Hrs

More than 4,000 Syrians crossed the border in Jordan over the past 24 hours. At least 200 of the refugees were wounded.

Death Toll Rising in Damascus Bombings

At least 31 people are reported dead and dozens more are injured following a car bombing in central Damascus.

Syria Claims It Shot Down Israeli Drone

Syria claims in unconfirmed report that its forces downed an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) near the border with Lebanon.

Syrian Opposition Adds Hizbullah Terrorists to Target List

The Syrian opposition fighting to oust President Bashar al-Assad has added another target to its hit list: Hizbullah terrorists.

EU Agrees to Send 'Non-Lethal' Aid to Syrian Opposition

In a blow to the Assad regime, the EU agreed to allow "non-lethal" aid to the opposition, shopping just short of arming them with weapons.

Russia Evacuates Citizens from Syria, Sends Humanitarian Aid

Russia has sent two aircrafts loaded with humanitarian aid to Syria to evacuate its citizens who are now ready to leave.

Syrian Groups Condemn Hizbullah Attack on Villages Near Lebanon

Opposition groups condemned an attack by Hizbullah fighters on 3 Syrian villages near the Lebanese border as an "unprecedented invasion."

Hizbullah Terrorists Die in Clashes with Syrian Rebels

Three members of the Hizbullah terrorist organization were killed in fierce battles with Syrian rebels on Sunday.

Netanyahu: Israel Keeping Close Tabs on Syrian Border

Israel will maintain close tabs on its border with Syria and only let people to cross in "exceptional circumstances," says PM Netanyahu.

MK Chetboun: Israel Can't Help Syrian Refugees

Guidelines sought to keep Syrian border from becoming like the Sinai border was before the barrier.

Lebanon Supplying Weapons to Syria’s Assad

Lebanon is supplying the armed forces of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad with explosives, a Lebanese MP has charged.

Syrian Refugees at Ziv Hospital 'Asked for Humanitarian Help'

For the first time, Syrian refugees are getting medical treatment in an Israel hospital. "They asked for help," said a Defense official.

Israel Allows In 7 Syrian Refugees as Fighting Nears Border

Group of Syrians included badly wounded civilians. Rebels advance near Israel border, capture tank.

Kerry: Syria Death Toll May Have Reached 90,000

U.S. Secretary of State says the death toll in Syria may have reached 90,000, citing figures given to him by his Saudi counterpart.

Health Crisis Building in Jordan Due to Syrian Refugees

Jordan’s health system is beginning to crack under the strain of caring for 340,000 Syrian refugees. Amman is seeking help with the effort.

100 Soldiers, 30 Rebels Dead in Syrian Oil Province Battle

The jihadist Al-Nusra Front seized a town in the oil-rich Syrian Hasakah province after a battle in which 100 soldiers and 30 rebels died.

Rebels Seize Most of Military Base Near Aleppo

Rebels in northern Syria seize most of a military base, their third a major battlefield success in as many days.

Russia Sends More Arms to Prop Up Syria’s Assad

Moscow is continuing its export of military hardware to the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the Russian government confirmed.

14 Syrian Intelligence Officials Killed in Jihadist Bombing

Islamist jihadists killed 14 Syrian intelligence officials Monday in a suicide attack on their offices in the province of Hasakeh.

Officials: Iran and Hizbullah Building Militia Network in Syria

Iran and Hizbullah are building a network of militias inside Syria to preserve their interests in the event that Assad falls.

Syrian Refugees Attack Norwegian Charity Storehouse in Jordan

Jordanian police were forced to fire tear gas at a mob of Syrian refugees Sunday after they rioted at the storehouse of a Norwegian charity.

Panetta, Dempsey Admit Supporting Plan to Arm Syrian Rebels

Obama's two top defense officials tell Senate they supported a plan to provide weapons to the Syrian rebels.

Arab League Backs Syrian Opposition's Call for Dialogue

Arab League chief backs a call from Syria's main opposition leader to talk to Assad, but pro-Assad daily hints the offer is too late.

Report: IAF Warplanes Seen Flying the Skies of Lebanon

Lebanese media reported Sunday afternoon that Israeli war planes were spotted in the skies above southern Lebanon.

Defense Minister Obliquely Admits to Israeli Air Strike on Syria

Defense Minister Ehud Barak has obliquely admitted that Israel carried out last week's air strike against a Syrian weapons convoy.

Report: Official Gov't News Agency Bombed in Syria

The offices of the government-owned Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) have been bombed in Damascus, according to Arab news reports.

Iran Threatens Attack on Israel Through Syrian Proxy

Iran has threatened to attack Israel via Syria in retaliation for the destruction of a chemical weapons processing center near Damascus.

Syrian TV Shows IAF ‘Strike Damage’ to Chemical Weapons Center

Damage from an alleged IAF air strike on a chemical weapons research center near Damascus was shown on Syrian state television Saturday.

Russia's Lavrov Meets Head of Syrian Opposition

Moscow says it wants to keep in regular contact with the Syrian opposition after FM Lavrov meets the coalition's leader.

America Breaks Silence on Israel’s Strike in Syria

The U.S. has broken its silence over Israel’s strike on a Syrian weapons convoy transporting weapons to Lebanon.

Israelis Order Gas Masks as Syria Deteriorates

Israelis order gas masks as experts warn Syrian chemical weapons could fall into Hizbullah’s hands.

Obama Announces New Humanitarian Aid for the Syrian People

U.S. President Barack Obama announces an extra $155 million dollars to aid refugees fleeing the Syrian civil war.

Yaalon: Syrian Weapons Falling into Opposition Hands

Strategic Affairs Minister says "it is clear that Assad is losing control from day to day."

Report: Hizbullah Sets Up Bases Near Syria's Chemical Arsenal

Hizbullah terrorists are setting up bases in Syria close to known chemical weapons storage facilities, according to an Israeli media outlet.

Jordan Coordinates with Israel, Beefs Up Border with Syria

Jordan has joined the rest of the countries bordering Syria and is beefing up its common border, preparing for the fall of Pres. Assad.

Iron Dome Deployed in North to Defend Against Syrian WMDs

The Iron Dome defense system has been installed in northern Israel, according to the IDF, due to the escalating civil war in Syria.

Latest Syrian Air Raid Kills 8 Children

Regime warplanes launch a wave of deadly raids across Syria, including one which kills eight children.

UN: Syrians Face Starvation From Civil War

Syrians will starve this year and probably for years to come without international assistance, the United Nations warned Wednesday.

Russia Pulls Citizens from Syria

Russia is evacuating its citizens from Syria, one of its most important beneficiaries in the Middle East.

Russia Begins Evacuating Citizens from Syria

Moscow believes Assad is losing control. Airplanes sent to evacuate 100 Russian citizens, out of about 30,000.

PA Hopes Syrian 'Red Herring' Discredits Netanyahu at Polls

On the eve of Israel's national elections, PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas attempts to discredit Likud PM Netanyahu and affect his popularity.

NATO Patriot Missiles Land in Turkey

NATO’s Patriot anti-ballistic missile defense system – has arrived in Turkey.

Newest Assad Strategy - Unity Gov’t with Rebels

The Assad regime is putting out self-defeating feelers for talks with rebel forces to discuss the possibility of a unity government.

Assad 'Living on Warship'

Unconfirmed report in Saudi newspaper says Syrian strongman travels to Syria by helicopter to attend meetings.