Syria

Russia open to new investigation of Syrian chemical weapons

Russia's UN ambassador says the country is open to establishing a new panel to investigate the use of toxic gases in Syria.

Netanyahu and Putin discuss Syria ceasefire

Netanyahu tells Russian President Israel opposes Syria ceasefire which would leave Iranian-backed militias close to Israeli border.

IDF fires at Syrian army position in Golan

Syria violates buffer zone in Golan along Israeli border, prompting Israeli tank to open fire on illegally-built Syrian army position.

IDF fires warning shots at Syrian military outpost

IDF forces fire tank shell at Syrian military outpost established in demilitarized zone.

'ISIS has lost 95% of its caliphate'

Head of international coalition fighting jihadist group says it has lost 95% of its self-proclaimed "caliphate" in Iraq and Syria.

For the 10th time: Russia vetoes UN action on Syria

Russia blocks U.S.-drafted resolution to renew an international inquiry into who is to blame for chemical weapons attacks in Syria.

UN to vote on extending Syria chemical weapons probe

Security Council to vote on American resolution extending international probe on Syrian chemical weapons. Russia could veto.

US security officials arrive in Israel to discuss Syria border

Israeli security officials meet with US counterparts to discuss Syria cease-fire deal which would leave Iranian forces 3 miles from border.

'Israel will take military action to keep Iran from border'

PM Netanyahu says Israel will take whatever action necessary to prevent Iran from placing troops, terror groups on Syrian border with Israel

IDF Chief of Staff holds secret meeting with US NATO commander

IDF Chief of Staff holds secret meeting with Supreme Commander of NATO forces in Euroe following reports of permanent Iranian base in Syria.

Syria at UN: There is no Jewish people

Syrian representative at UN says there is no Jewish people, therefore there should be no Jewish state.

Iran establishing permanent military base in Syria

Satellite images show Iranian military is building a permanent military base south of Damascus.

ISIS recaptures town in eastern Syria

ISIS recaptures Albu Kamal from Syrian army, just two days after being pushed out.

IDF downs Syrian drone

Israeli Patriot missile intercepts Syrian drone approaching Israeli airspace.

Report: ISIS leader in captured Syrian town

Hezbollah-run media unit claims Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was in the Syrian town of Albu Kamal, which was taken by the Syrian army.

ISIS retreats from last Syria stronghold

Syrian, allied troops oust ISIS from last urban center in Syria, following series of stunning defeats for terror group.

Syrian army enters last ISIS stronghold

Syrian troops and allied militiamen enter town of Albu Kamal, edge closer to ousting ISIS.

Seven arrested over riots on Syrian border

Police arrest seven suspects, after Israeli Druze riot, breach security fence along Syrian border.

ISIS car bombing kills dozens in Syria

Car bombing carried out by Islamic State kills dozens of displaced people in Deir Ezzor.

Golan Druze breach Israeli security fence

Dozens of Druze residents break through security barrier, head towards Syrian village under rebel attack.

Israel vows to protect embattled Syrian village from rebels

IDF pledges to intervene in Syrian civil war to 'prevent capture, occupation' of Druze town by rebel forces after suicide bomber kills 9.

Israeli wounded by Syrian gunfire in Golan Heights

Resident of Golan Heights hit by gunfire from Syria. IDF spokesperson says incident likely case of stray fire from Syrian civil war.

Syria to UN: Condemn 'blatant Israeli aggressions'

Syria urges UN to take action following reports of Israeli attack on an arms factory in Homs.

Syrian army recaptures Deir Ezzor from ISIS

Syrian monitor says Syrian army captures city of Deir Ezzor from ISIS in a Russian-backed operation.

'Israel will act to prevent the arming of Hezbollah'

While refusing to confirm reports of Israeli airstrike on Syrian arms factory, Intelligence Minister notes Israel's 'red lines.'

Arab media:

Israel attacks Syrian arms factory

Arab media reports that Israel attacked an arms factory in the rural areas south of the Syrian city of Homs.

Syria denies being responsible for sarin attack

Syria claims UN report accusing it of using sarin gas in Khan Sheikhun is a "falsification of the truth".

UN report: Assad responsible for April gas attack

New UN report finds Assad's regime was responsible for sarin gas attack in Khan Sheikhun.

Report: 10 ISIS terrorists killed in suspected Israeli airstrike

Syrian human rights group says terrorists killed near Golan border by Israeli airstrike.

Expert:

'Iran-led Shiite axis is Israel's biggest enemy'

Middle East expert says rocket fire from Syria was accidental, believes real concern is Syria turning to significant link in axis of evil.

'We are facing a significant escalation in the Golan'

Defense officials think rockets were intentionally fired from Syria, contrary to official report. 'We fear this will become routine.'

Syria urges UN to take 'decisive steps' against Israel

Syria complains to UN after IDF retaliates for spillover from Syrian civil war.

Syrian rockets fall in Golan Heights

Four rockets fall in Golan Heights, IDF responds by targeting Syrian military.

Liberman:

'I suggest that no one test our patience'

Defense Minister meet U.S. Defense Secretary, says Israel has clear red line when it comes to its security.

IDF hits Syria after rocket lands in Golan

IDF responds to rocket fire from Syria which hit Golan Heights, destroying Syrian army position.

Iran to cooperate with Syria to destroy 'the Zionist enemy'

Iranian general arrives in Syria, says he is working to repel the 'Zionist threat' to Syria.

Iranian Chief of Staff visits Syria

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Force heads high-ranking military delegation to Syria, will meet Assad.

'Anyone who tries to hurt us-will be hurt in return'

PM warns attacks on Israelis or Israeli craft will result in further retaliation after IAF planes destroy Syrian anti-aircraft battery.

IAF hits Syria after missile attack on Israeli aircraft

Syrian anti-aircraft missile battery opens fire on Israeli aircraft; IDF destroys missile battery in response.

Foreign citizen wounded in southern Golan Heights

Foreign citizen lightly wounded from gunfire which hit a field clinic near the border with Syria.

Liberman: In next war, Syria and Lebanon will be 1 front

Defense Minister warns Hezbollah, Syrian regime would considered one front on Israel's northern border in the next war.

Is Syrian jihadist critically injured?

Russia claims Tahrir Al-Sham leader was critically injured in air strike. Group denies.

3,000 killed in Syria in September

Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says September was the deadliest month this year in the country's civil war.

U.S. military confirms 50 civilians killed in Iraq and Syria

U.S. military confirms an additional 50 civilians killed by coalition air or artillery strikes in Iraq and Syria.

Putin: Conditions exist for end of Syria war

Russian President visits Turkey, agrees with Erdogan on de-escalation zone in Syria's Idlib province.

Iran developing new precision missiles

Syrian missile factory believed to be bombed by Israel contained missiles capable of striking within meters of target.

Report: Israel fires missile at Syrian aircraft over Golan

Arab media claim explosion reported after Israel fires missile at Syrian aircraft over Golan Heights.

Trump announces new travel restrictions for 8 countries

President Trump replacing travel ban with a targeted list of restrictions enhancing vetting for nationals from eight countries.

Report: Israeli planes attack Hezbollah weapons warehouse

Syrian media claims Israeli attacks on Hezbollah, Syrian Army weapons storehouses.

Classified report: IDF isn't prepared to fight Syria

Likud MK refuses to sign report because it criticizes PM Netanyahu.

'We won't allow Iran to take control over Syria'

Trump reportedly emphasizes 'US will not leave Israel alone in the arena,' as Iran tries to gain foothold on Israel-Syria border.

Pilot program for female combat soldiers in trouble

Trainees drop out of pilot program to train female soldiers to serve in armored corps. End of year updates.

Israel’s DC envoy: Israel will ‘act to enforce’ Syria red lines

Israeli ambassador says he expects 'dramatic change' in Iran deal, expresses appreciation for US support for Israel.

Former Defense Minister demands PM step down

Former Defense Minister Ya'alon says Israel is 'being destroyed by its politicians,' insists PM Netanyahu resign.

Syria denies it was behind April gas attack

Syrian government denies UN report saying it was behind attack in Khan Sheikhun, insists it does not use chemical weapons.

Syria demands UN take action against Israel

Syria complains to UN about Israel's "aggression" following air strike on Syrian military site.

Paris: Suspects in explosives lab discovery linked to Syria

French investigators say three suspects linked to an explosives lab found in an apartment in Paris had contacts in Syria.

Trump: We'd be upset if Assad uses chemical weapons

Trump says Washington “would be extremely upset” if Syrian President uses chemical weapons again.

Syrian army threatens 'dangerous consequences' for air strike

Following strike on chemical weapons center, Syria links Israel to ISIS and threatens collapse of regional 'security and stability.'

'A moral action by Israel against the slaughter in Syria'

Head of Institute for National Security Studies discusses strike on Syrian army research center. 'The attack sent 3 important messages.'