Syrian civil war

Obama Listened to Israel, Avoided Chemical War in Syria: Report

Israeli surveillance spotted Syria preparing chemical bombs. Israel alerted Obama, who gained Russian support to stop Assad.

Assad Calls for War on Rebels, Israel to Fortify Syrian Border

As Assad called to crush his enemies, Israel called to fortify security along the Syrian border.

Assad Calls to Mobilize against ‘Terrorist’ Rebels

In a rare public speech, Syria’s President Assad calls for “full national mobilization” against “terrorist” rebels.

Assad to Make Rare Public Address

Syria's embattled president plans a rare public address as death toll passes 60,000.

Nasrallah: Syria Fighting could Divide Lebanon

Hizbullah head blames the West, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, for the flood of Syrian refugees into Lebanon.

Report: 150 Corpses Found in Syrian School

Alleged massacre took place in Deir Baalba. Twenty said dead in Aleppo.

US, Russia Hope for Syrian Power Transfer by February

The US and Russia are hoping to accomplish a change in Syria's regime by the end of February, according to a Kuwaiti newspaper report.

Brahimi Meets Syrian Opposition As Violence Rages

UN-Arab League envoy holds meetings with internal opposition groups in Syria, but there are still no breakthroughs.

'At Least 90' Killed Outside Syria Bakery

Activists estimate casualty toll could reach 200. Graphic video.

Syria's Chemical Weapons Secure, Says Israeli Defense Expert

Syria's chemical weapons arsenal is secure for now, says an Israel defense official.

Cabinet to Deal with Security

On the agenda for Israel's government Sunday were issues of security on the home front, and looking ahead to the future in Syria.

Syria's Chemical Weapons Transported Towards Lebanon

Syria's President Assad has moved some of his chemical weapons arsenal in the direction of Lebanon, the Washington Post reports.

Al Qaeda Grows as Assad Forces Shell Civilians Across Syria

As the Assad regime becomes increasingly desperate, its forces are starting to shell civilians in every major city across the country.

Syria's Yarmouk Refugees New Threat to Israel?

Some 100,000 Syrians have escaped the Yarmouk “refugee camp” that is a suburb of Damascus. Are they headed to Israel?

Syria Bombs Palestinian Mosque, Killing 25

Mosque in Yarmouk neighborhood in southern Damascus was sheltering 600 refugees.

Iran: U.S. Massacre Just Like Killings in Syria, Iraq

Tehran draws parallel between Newtown tragedy and child victims of armed actions in Iraq and Syria, where it is heavily involved itself.

Assad Regime Says Rebels Control Chemical Factory

The regime of President Bashar al-Assad says Syrian rebels have gained control of a toxic chlorine factory east of Aleppo.

Kedar: Israel 'Knows How to Deal With Syrian Chemical Threat'

As Syria raises the stakes over its chemical weapons, an Israeli expert says measures are being taken to minimize the threat.

Assad Forces Torch Former FM Spokesman's Damascus Home

Loyalist forces have torched the home of former Syrian Foreign Ministry spokesman Jihad al-Makdissi, who has fled the country.

Rebels Appear to be Closing in on Syria's Assad

Syrian opposition forces captured a military air field, as well as the army's 22nd Brigade air defense base, both just outside Damascus.

Report: Israel Asked Jordan for OK to Bomb Syrian WMDs

The Atlantic reports that Israel asked Jordan for its approval to bomb Syria's chemical weapons sites. Jordan reportedly said 'no.'

Syria Vows Not to Use Chemical Weapons on Syrians

The Damascus government promised Monday - again - that it wouldn't use chemical weapons against its own people.

Report: New Activity at Syrian Chemical Weapon Sites

There are signs of new activity at Syrian chemical weapons sites, Western intelligence officials said, according to The New York Times.

The Real Refugees: Children Die of Cold in Syrian Camps

Families on the run from violence in Syria face danger from the winter cold. UN continues to spend on Palestinian “refugees".

UN Soldiers Wounded in Syria Receive Treatment in Israel

Two Austrian soldiers who were wounded in Syria flown to the Rambam Hospital in Haifa for treatment.

Syrian Rebels Kill Top Ruling Party Official

Syrian rebels killed a top official in the ruling Baath party Thursday, along with three of his bodyguards.

Both Sides Raise Stakes in Syrian Civil War

Military forces are slowly ratcheting up the pressure as the stakes are growing tighter in the race to control Syria.

Aleppo Cut Off By Rebel Forces

The northern commercial hub of Aleppo has been surrounded and cut off by rebel forces, with all but one road to the city blocked.

Syrian Civil War Spreads to Damascus Outskirts

Regime helicopters pound the outskirts of Damascus as the fighting in Syria's civil war continues.

Syrian War Spills Over into Israel Twice in One Day

Golan Heights residents hear explosions from Syria and IDF vehicle hit by Syrian gunfire as war continues to spill over into Israel.

Iran, Syria, Russia Fight NATO Missiles on Turkish-Syrian Border

Iran is fighting the placement of Patriot defense missiles along the Turkish-Syrian border. So are Syria and Russia.

Syria Slams Turkey Over Plans to Deploy Patriot Missiles

Syria says Turkey's plans to deploy Patriot missiles along its border are "a new act of provocation."

Former PM: Syria Under Russia, Iran Control

Former Syrian Prime Minister Riyad Hijab warned in a BBC interview Wednesday that Syrian policy is controlled by Russia and Iran.

Syria: Dozens Hurt in Bombing on Aleppo Hospital

Syrian warplanes bombard the rebel-held district of the city of Aleppo, causing dozens of casualties.

Syrian Rebels Split: New Islamic State Declared in Aleppo

Syrian rebels have declared independence – both from the Assad administration, and from each other. Islamic state is created in Aleppo.

IDF Jeep Hit by Gunfire from Syria

Gunfire from Syria hits IDF jeep, Israel complains to UN.

Syrian Opposition to Appoint Ambassador to France

France invites Syria's new opposition coalition to send an ambassador to Paris.

Bullets Hit IDF Jeep Near Syria Border, IDF Fires Back

Syrian bullets hit an IDF jeep during a patrol along the border. No one was hurt and the IDF fired back.

UN Sends Protest to Syria Over Golan Attacks

UN sends protest letter to the Syrian government for claiming it had UN permission to attack rebel opponents in the Golan Heights.

Syrian Army Promises to Avoid Firing at Israel

The Syrian army has pledged to Israel that its soldiers will avoid firing at the Israeli side of the border.

For the first time since 1974

IDF Fires Back at Syria

After several warnings were ignored, IDF troops finally returned fire Sunday after Syrian Army regulars shelled the Golan Heights.

Netanyahu Warns Assad as Golan Heights Struck by Mortar Fire

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu warns Syria on Sunday against any plan President Bashar al-Assad might have to attempt entering Israel.

Syrian Opposition Groups Agree on Unity Plan

Syrian opposition groups have agreed in principle on a plan to unite against President Bashar Al-Assad.

IDF Changes Rules of Engagement Along Syrian Border

The continued spillover of the fighting in Syria into Israel has caused the IDF to change the rules of engagement along the Syrian border.

IDF Soldiers Arrest Syrian Teen who Enters Israel

IDF soldiers from the “Oketz” canine unit arrest a 17-year-old Syrian teen after he crosses the Israeli-Syrian border.

Syria Warns PA Arabs Against Participating in Uprising

Syria’s foreign ministry warns the country's 'Palestinian refugees' against becoming embroiled in the country’s uprising.

Stray Bullets from Syria Hit IDF Position

No one was hurt and no damage was caused. Bullets appear to be strays from internal Syria fighting.

Turkey to Ask NATO for Patriot Missiles on Syrian Border

Turkey is planning to ask NATO for Patriot missiles to help defend its southern region from Syria, said a highly-placed Ankara source.

Report: Assad Palace Hit by Mortar Fire in Damascus

Arab media are reporting that rebel forces have shelled the palace of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Damascus.

Bombing in Damascus Pro-Assad Alawite Enclave

A loyalist enclave in the heart of Damascus was hit by multiple explosions Wednesday morning.

UN Condemns Spillover from Syria into Golan Heights

The United Nations condemns fighting by Syrian forces close to Golan Heights, says it threatens stability in the region.

Israel Complains to UN About Syrian Civil War Spillover

Israel has filed a formal complaint with the United Nations about the military spillover over the northern border from Syria's civil war.

Turkey Hosts Defected Syrian PM

Turkey hosts defected Syrian Prime Minister Riyad Hijab, amid a four-day meeting of the opposition Syrian National Council in Doha.

Syria Shuts Down Hamas Offices

As rift deepens between Hamas and the Syrian regime, Syrian security forces shut down all the offices belonging to Hamas.

50 Dead in Massive Syrian Suicide Bombing

At least 50 are dead following a massive suicide bombing in central Syria, activists and state media report.

Hollande Supports Syrian Transition Government

French President Francois Hollande meets Saudi King, says he supports a transitional Syrian opposition government.

IDF Chief Warns Syrian War Could Become 'An Israeli Matter'

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz warned Sunday that Syria's civil war might soon become "an Israeli matter” if military spillover continues.

Bomb Blast at Hotel Hosting UN Observers

A huge bomb exploded Sunday morning at a Damascus hotel often used by United Nations observers, state media reported.

‘America Wants Bloodshed,’ Syrian Opposition Source Claims

A leading figure in the Syrian opposition accuses the US of seeking continued civil war.

7 Killed in Damascus Bombing

At least six, and possibly seven people were killed Wednesday in a bombing next to a Shi'ite mosque on the outskirts of Damascus.