Russia-Syria

Nasrallah Welcomes Russian Intervention in Syria

Hezbollah leader says Russia's military buildup in Syria happened because Americans "failed" in anti-ISIS campaign.

Officials: Russia Moving Fighter Jets to Syria

American defense officials say Russia has moved its first fighter jets to the Latakia base in Syria.

Syria: We'll Ask for Russia's Help if We Need It

Syria's foreign minister says his country would ask Russia for military assistance if needed, denies Russian troops are there now.

Kerry: Russia Proposed Military Talks on Syria

Secretary of State says Russia has proposed military talks on Syria, amid growing concerns over its military build-up there.

Kerry: Russia's Build-Up in Syria Will Prolong the War

Kerry makes his third phone call to his Russian counterpart in 10 days, warns against Moscow's military build-up in Syria.

Russia Says it Will Continue to Support Assad

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reiterates his country will continue to support its Syrian ally.

Kerry and Lavrov Discuss Syria Yet Again

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov discusses the Syrian conflict with his American counterpart for the second time in four days.

Damascus Denies Reports of Increased Russian Activity

Syria’s Information Minister Omran Zohbi says reports that Russia has an increased presence in his country are baseless.

Russia Dismisses American Concerns Over Presence in Syria

Russian foreign ministry says Moscow's assistance to Bashar Al-Assad is nothing out of the ordinary.

Syrian Opposition Defends Moscow Support for Assad

Despite Moscow's open support for the Syrian regime, Damascus's opposition in exile insists Russia is only trying to find a solution.

Putin Willing to 'Push' Ally Assad to Introduce Reforms

Russian President is ready to "push" Syrian counterpart towards introducing reforms, but vows to continue to support his ally.

Russia Wants Answers on Syria Chlorine Gas Attacks

Even Syria's longtime ally says an investigation is warranted into reports of up to 45 attacks in recent months on innocent Syrians.

Russia and China Condemned for Latest Syria Veto

Russia and China's latest veto of a UN resolution on Syria is a "callous political move", says Amnesty International.

Russia to Veto Another UN Resolution on Syria

Russia says it will veto a UN resolution to refer the Syrian conflict to the International Criminal Court.

Assad: Civil War Will be Over by Year's End

Syrian President not worried about the war, tells former Russian PM that much of the fighting will be over by the end of the year.

Russia Rejects Obama's Criticism Regarding Syria

Russia accuses Washington of "biased distortion" after Obama criticizes Moscow for blocking UN sanctions on Assad.

Russia Again Vetoes Security Council Resolution on Syria

For the fifth time, Russia uses its veto power to block a statement that would have condemned Assad for "barrel bomb" attacks.

Ban Ki-Moon: Iran Should Participate in Geneva II Talks

UN Secretary General announces intentions to have Iran participate in Geneva 2, despite allegations that Tehran is involved in conflict.

Lieberman: Syria Deal Won’t End War

Lieberman not optimistic on Syria’s signing of chemical weapons pact.

Assad: U.S. Threat of No Bearing on Chemical Decision

In an interview with Russian state TV, Syrian President says Russia alone convinced him to cede his cache of chemical weapons.

‘Russia, Iran and Syria Defeated America’

Former Israeli ambassador to US the: Iran-Syria-Russia victory signals an end to U.S. deterrence in the Middle East.

Putin Appeals to Americans: Syria Intervention Dangerous

Russian President appeals to Americans, warns that U.S. intervention is becoming “ineffective and pointless.”

Obama to Discuss Russian Plan at Security Council

Kerry: America supports Russian proposal, ‘but we’re not waiting for long.’

Jerusalem: Too Early for Champagne on Syria

Russian, Syrian interests diametrically opposed to the West's, diplomats note; urge caution on Russian offer to supervise chemical weapons.

Putin: No Evidence of Chemical Attack in Syria

Russian President tells British PM that his country has no evidence that a chemical weapons attack has taken place in Syria.

Livni in Moscow 'to Discuss S-300 Threat'

Israeli Justice Minister to meet Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov in a bid to convince Moscow not to go through with the delivery.

Russia Blocks UN Demand for Access to Syrian City

Russia blocked a UN Security Council demand that Syria allow immediate access to civilians trapped in Homs.

Russia Withdraws Military Personnel from Syria

Russia has withdrawn all its military personnel from Syria and left its Tartus naval center unstaffed.

Putin: Not Ruling Out Sending More Arms to Assad

Russian President says his country would not rule out sending fresh arms to the Syrian regime, warns against arming rebels.

Putin: Syrian Rebels Are Cannibals; Don't Arm Them

One does not need to support people who eat their enemies' bodies, says Russian President.

Russia 'Not Convinced' Assad Used Chemical Weapons

Russia says it is not convinced by U..S. evidence alleging that the Syrian government used chemical weapons against rebels.

Putin: Syria Doesn't Yet Have S-300

The delivery of Russian missile systems to Syria is legal but the contract "has not yet been realized," says Russian President.

Russia Blocks Security Council Statement on Syria

Russia blocks a UN Security Council declaration of alarm over the siege of the Syrian town of al-Qusayr.

Kerry: S-300 Deal Endangers Israel

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says Russia's deal to sell S-300 to Syria is "not helpful" and puts Israel at risk.

Russia: S-300s to Syria – Only in 2014

Russian officials say they will send anti-aircraft missiles to Syria, but only in 2014.

Netanyahu Tells Putin: We’ll Destroy S-300s

Israeli PM warns Russia that weapons to Syria will not be allowed to become operational.

Assad May be Bluffing on Missiles, Says Expert

Amb. (ret.) Yossi Ben-Aharon explains why Russia wants to supply S-300s to Syria and what it means for Israel, in this exclusive interview.

U.S.: We Support Israel’s Ability to Defend Itself

The United States reiterates that Israel has the right to defend itself, even if Russia sells advanced missiles to Syria.

U.S. Backs EU, Condemns Russia Over Syria

The U.S. condemns Russia for selling advanced missile systems to Syria, welcomes EU's lifting of an arms embargo.

Report: Russia Cancels S-300 Deal with Syria

Israel has convinced Russia to cancel the sale of advanced missile systems to Syria, says a Russian official.

Dempsey: Selling Missiles to Syria Emboldens Assad

Russia's shipment of anti-ship missiles to Syria will "embolden" the regime, General Martin Dempsey says.

Russia, UN Call for Urgent Conference on Syria

UN Secretary-General and Russia agree that a peace conference on Syria should be held "as soon as possible".

Russian Official: Missile Systems Sale ‘A Message to America’

Russian official says sale of missile systems to Syria sends a message of opposition to U.S. interference.

Russia to Arm Syria, Despite Israel's Objection

Russia's Foreign Minister clarifies his country intends to complete the deal to sell advanced missile systems to Syria.

Report: Syria Already Has Advanced Russian Missiles

Advanced Russian missile launchers have already been transferred to President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, reports an Arabic newspaper.

Putin Warns against Moves that Could 'Shake' Syria

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu landed in Sochi, Russia, and met with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

U.S., Russia Seek International Conference on Syria

The U.S. and Russia agreed to push both sides in the Syria conflict to find a solution and hold an international conference.

Gantz: I Hope We Can Develop Our Relations with Turkey

“Turkey is an important country with interests that are common to those of Israel,” says IDF Chief of Staff.

Russia Begins Evacuating Citizens from Syria

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

Brahimi: Syrian War is Worsening by the Day

International envoy Lakhdar Brahimi says he has a peace plan that could be supported by world powers.

Russia Urges Assad to Talk to Opposition

Russia, Syria's closest ally despite months of violence, encourages Assad to hold dialogue with opposition.

Russian Flotilla 'May Evacuate Russians from Syria'

Ships are on a training mission but may be about to evacuate Russians if situation worsens.

Russia Condemns UN's Condemnation of Assad

Russia says the resolution on Syria adopted by UN us “harmful,” says it was tantamount to a show of support for rebels.

Bashar Assad 'Ready to Leave'?

Assad is ready to give up power "in a civilized manner," says Russian envoy to Paris. Syria denies it.

Russia Sends Naval Flotilla to its Base in Syria

Russia sends a naval flotilla of seven warships to its naval base at Tartus. Officials claim deployment unrelated to Syrian unrest.

Russia May Have Helped Down Turkish Jet

Russia may have helped shoot down the Turkish aircraft near Syria, officials tell The Sunday Times newspaper.

Putin in Israel to Boost Power in Mideast

Putin visits Israel, the Palestinian Authority and Jordan in an effort to improve his image, blackened by support for Syria and Iran.

Russian Ship with Syrian Choppers 'Turns Back'

Following British pressure on an insurance company at U.S. behest, attack helicopters will not reach Syria.

Russian Commandos 'to Escort Assad Out of Syria'

Voice of Israel cites Russian reports that say Russian commandos may sail to Syria to escort Assad to safety.

Report Reveals Assad's 'Shopping List' from Russia

The Associated Press reveals some weapons systems Russia has recently shipped to Syria or pledged to deliver.