Syria

ANALYSIS: The case for int’l action against Iran in Syria

Israel is 'pretty much alone' in the fight against Iran’s growing presence in Syria, an Israeli defense source has told Al-Monitor.

Israel sets red line for Russia

Israel tells Russia sale of S-300 missile defense system to Assad regime unacceptable.

Haley Warns:

US to hit Russia with sanctions over support for Assad

Nikki Haley says US knocked Syrian chemical weapons program 'back years' - but isn't interested in toppling Assad.

Haley: US not pulling out of Syria until goals achieved

US Ambassador to UN says US ties with Russia are 'very strained' following Syria missile strikes, says US not withdrawing from Syria yet.

Netanyahu warns over Iran after Syria strikes

PM says strikes in Syria reflect 'zero tolerance for non-conventional weapons,' asserting that this policy must also be applied to Iran.

'Assad will pay if he gives Iran platform to attack Israel'

Energy Minister speaks with Arutz Sheva about Iran's use of Syria as base for attacking Israel. 'This goes beyond chemical weapons issue.'

Pence: Syria will pay for using chemical weapons

US VP conveys additional warning, as Putin speaks with Erdogan about Syria.

UN rejects Russian resolution on Syria

Security Council overwhelmingly rejects Russian resolution calling for condemnation of "aggression" by U.S., UK and France against Syria.

Former Defense Minister: No immediate danger of escalation

Former Defense Minister Ya'alon says no need to fear escalation, attack on Syria isn't related to Israel.

Report: Israel warned attack on Syria won't solve larger issue

New report: Israel told Britain, France, that Syria attacks on chemical weapons facilities won't solve larger issue.

Trump: Syria strike was 'perfectly executed'

Trump says Syria strike was 'perfectly executed,' 'mission accomplished.' Pence: Strikes were 'morally right act to take.'

PM Netanyahu: Full support for Trump's decision

PM Netanyahu says Israel's support, Pres. Trump's resolve, are 'unchanged,' slams Pres. Assad's 'wanton disregard' for international law.

US, Britain, France strike Syrian targets

US, France, and Britain attack 8 targets in Syria. Trump: We will continue until Syria stops use of prohibited chemical agents.

Nasrallah: Israel in 'direct combat' with Iran

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah threatens Israel following air strike on Syrian airbase attributed to the Jewish state.

Haley: Assad used chemical weapons 50 times

White House, State Department say they have proof Assad regime was behind chemical attack in Douma.

Russia: Britain staged chemical attack in Syria

Russian Defense Ministry claims Britain staged a fake chemical attack in the Syrian town of Douma.

IDF reveals:

Iranian drone which infiltrated Israel was armed with explosives

IDF reveals that Iranian drone which infiltrated Israel in February was tasked with attacking Israel.

British cabinet agrees on need to take action in Syria

British cabinet ministers agreed Syria must be deterred from using chemical weapons following attack in Douma.

Expert shoots down false flag theories on chemical attack

Dr. Mordechai Kedar's theory regarding Assad's gas attack Saturday: Iran was trying out a new form of chemical agent on Douma's residents.

'Iran is inflaming the region'

Highly-placed source responds to Russian accusations that Israel's attacks on Syria destabilizing region.

ANALYSIS: Is WWIII about to begin?

We are now closer than ever to a global conflict, observers and the parties involved say.

Iranian general threatens to 'raze Tel Aviv to the ground'

As tensions rise between Israel and Iran, a senior aide to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei threatens to destroy Israel.

Pandemonium in Tel Aviv after drill mistaken for aerial attack

Tel Aviv residents mistake Israeli Air Force flyover practice for aerial assault amid rising tensions with Syria.

Macron: France has proof Assad regime used chemical weapons

French president says government has not decided yet whether to participate in military response to chemical weapons attack on civilians.

Trump: I never said when an attack on Syria would take place

US Pres. Trump deflects worries of impending attack on Syria, says attack may be 'not so soon at all.'

Syria: If war breaks out, Israel will lose the most

Assad adviser says Russia, Iran, Hezbollah working with Syria to prepare for war. Syrian MP says he 'doesn't believe' Trump will attack.

Kuwait Airways suspends flights to Lebanon

Kuwait Airways ceases all flights to Beirut, cites security warning that came from the government in Cyprus.

Report: Britain moving submarines within missile range of Syria

British PM orders British submarines to move within missile range of Syria, will convene Cabinet on Thursday to discuss Syria strike.

Putin, Netanyahu speak, discuss Syria

Russian, Israeli leaders address tensions over Syria following chemical weapons attack by Assad regime, alleged Israeli airstrike.

Trump: Get ready Russia, the missiles are coming to Syria

US President dismisses Russian threat to shoot down US missiles launched at Syria following deadly chemical weapons attack.

'Israel is capable of bringing down Assad'

Israel can bring down Assad, but if Russia joins the fight, the US will need to join, too. Opinion.

Haley blasts Russia after UN veto

U.S. Ambassador: On this day, Russia chose protecting a monster over the lives of the Syrian people.

Chemical attack in Syria - Will the world remain silent?

Syria chemical attacks and the world's next moves.

Russia vetoes UN resolution on Syria chemical attack

Russia vetoes Security Council resolution that would have set up an investigation into chemical weapons use in Syria.

Liberman: 'Sniper deserves citation; photographer - reproach'

DM responds to shooting incident and attack on Syrian base attributed by international media to Israel.

Liberman: We will not allow Iran to be entrenched in Syria

Defense Minister warns Israel will protect itself from Iranian attempts to establish permanent presence in Syria after deadly airstrike.

US destroyer nears Syria as Trump promises forceful response

USS Donald Cook leaves Cyprus port, could now launch Tomahawk cruise missiles against Syrian targets if ordered.

'Efforts to prevent crimes against humanity are failing'

Chairman of Yad Vashem Holocaust museum: Chemical weapons attack in Syria shows that international efforts after the Holocaust have failed.

Russia summons Israeli ambassador following Syria strike

After blasting Israel for bombing Syrian airbase and failing to notify Kremlin, Russia summons Israeli Ambassador.

Iran blames Israel for Syria air strike

Iran accuses Israel of aggression in Syria following air strike on regime base in Homs.

Trump: Decision on Syria could come tonight

Trump vows forceful response to chemical attack in Syria, says decision on course of action could come as soon as Monday night.

Haley: We will respond to Syria attack

Ambassador Haley says United States will respond to deadly chemical weapons attack in Syria even if Security Council doesn't act.

Israel condemns Syria chemical attack

Foreign Ministry issues official condemnation of attack in Douma in which chemical weapons were used.

White House:

'Russia betrayed commitment to remove Syrian chemical weapons'

Trump to decide on response to Syrian massacre; 'President wants to bring troops home after completing mission to eradicate ISIS in Syria.'

Chemical Weapon Attack:

Trump to decide on possible military strike in next 24-48 hours

President Trump decries 'heinous' Syrian chemical weapon attack, will determine response over next day or two.

Syria Airstrike:

'When someone threatens you - strike first'

Despite official comment on the strike, Netanyahu alludes to Israel's attack on Syrian airbase. 'Hit your enemies before they can hit you.'

Russia rips Israel over Gaza riots

After criticizing Israel for Syrian airstrike, Russia blasts Israel's 'unacceptable and indiscriminate' use of force to stop Gaza rioters.

US, Israel discussed Syria attack ahead of airstrike

Two US officials say Israel discussed plans for airstrike on Syrian airbase with the US prior to attack, confirm that IAF was behind strike.

Russia blasts Israel over Syria airstrike

Kremlin slams Israel for bombing of Syrian airbase, says Jerusalem did not provide prior notification to Russian forces.

'We should have operated in Syria ages ago'

Opposition MK says Israel should have intervened in Syria's civil war years ago, admits that his opinion is only with benefit of hindsight.

Syria: Air strike kills 14 - including Iranian soldiers

Several people killed and injured as military airbase near Homs attacked with missiles. Russia: Israel responsible for the attack.

U.S. believes chemical weapons used in Syria attack

Initial assessment by U.S. authorities is that chemical weapons were indeed used in attack on rebel-held town of Douma.

Security Council to meet following Syria chemical attack

UN Security Council to meet after 150 killed in chemical attack in Douma, east of Damascus.

ANALYSIS: Russia is aiding Iran Axis prepare for war with Israel

Netanyahu has always said that deployment of the Iranian-backed pro-Assad coalition near the Israeli border, constituted a red line.

Avi Gabbay to Trump: Don't leave Syria

Zionist Union leader tells US President that his intention to pull American troops out of Syria will only help Assad commit more atrocities.

Trump Threatens Syria:

'Assad the Animal will pay for chemical weapons attack'

President Trump vows Syrian regime will pay a 'big price'.

Chief Rabbi: We must work to stop massacre in Syria

'As Jews, who went through national extermination, whose Torah is a light unto the nations, it is our moral duty to act.'

Amb Haley briefs Security Council on chemical weapons in Syria

'Just a few years ago, a single chemical weapons attack would have united us in shock and anger, enough for us to take immediate action.'

Netanyahu returns fire

PM responds to Iranian president's accusations Israel, US support terrorism in Syria. 'Iranian terrorist octopus accuses Israel of terror.'

ANALYSIS: ISIS is making a comeback in Syria and Iraq

If Trump pulls out US troops from Syria at this stage, he risks repeating Obama's 2011 blunder when he pulled the US army out of Iraq.