Syria

Assad Starts Using Advanced Russian Weapons

Syrian official reveals new weapons now being deployed, US exposes Russian helicopters in rapidly expanding military buildup.

Assad: Iran Hasn't Sent Me an Army

In interview to Russian media Syrian president admits Iran giving military support, but denies troop presence despite numerous reports.

Refugee Crisis: US, UK 'Ignoring Christians, Preferring Muslims'

Homeless Christians from Syria and Lebanon who manage to reach Western nations often suffer discrimination, says Gatestone Institute.

Netanyahu to Visit Putin, Warn Against Syria Deployment

Netanyahu to visit Russia next week and warn that influx of advanced weaponry to Syria - and specifically to Hezbollah - threatens Israel.

Russian Military Delivers Humanitarian Aid to Syria

Russian Defense Ministry claims its planes have brought enough supplies to help a thousand refugees.

Report: Iranian Soldiers Actively Fighting in Syria

Israeli security officials say Revolutionary Guards have teamed with Hezbollah, Syrian soldiers to stave off rebels in Zabadani.

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.

Zarif: Those Demanding Assad's Ouster Responsible for Bloodshed

Iran's foreign minister claims that demands for the resignation of Syrian President will prolong the country's civil war.

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.

Kerry Expresses Concern Over Russian Presence in Syria

Secretary of State speaks to Russia counterpart about reports of Russia's enhanced military build-up in Syria.

Iran Has its Own Peace Plan for Syria

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister says his country submitted a peace plan to Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad.

MK To-Be: Israel Should Take In Some Syrian Refugees

Elazar Stern urges Netanyahu to take in Syrian refugees, and mimic Begin's actions during 1977 Vietnamese ship crisis.

US Giving Jordan Over a Billion Dollars in Military Aid

The US is significantly increasing its military aid to Jordan, which will receive at least a billion dollars annually for the next 3 years.

Russia Reportedly Delaying Syrian Chemical Weapons Probe

Diplomats say Russia is delaying the launch of UN investigation aimed at assigning blame for chemical weapon attacks in Syria.

UN: Satellite Images Confirm Destruction of Palmyra Temple

UN says satellite images confirm that ISIS has destroyed yet another temple in Syrian ancient city.

ISIS Blows Up Ancient Palmyra Temple

ISIS jihadists set off explosion at Bel Temple in Palmyra, severely damaging it.

Missing Arab-Israeli Woman Feared to Be with ISIS

Arab woman from northern Israel missing since Thursday. Reports indicate that she traveled to Syria in order to join ISIS.

Two-Day Ceasefire Agreed Upon in Three Syrian Towns

For the second time in two weeks, warring sides agree to a 48-hour ceasefire in the town of Zabadani and two Shiite villages in Idlib.

Iran Sending Afghan Refugees as 'Cannon Fodder' for Assad

Iran exploiting Afghan Shi'ite refugees by coercing them to prop up Syrian regime for incentives, leading to many of their deaths.

ISIS Publishes Images of Destruction of Palmyra Temple

ISIS publishes images showing the destruction of the Baal Shamin temple in Syria's ancient city of Palmyra.

Doctors Without Borders: Syrians Likely Exposed to Chemicals

Doctors Without Borders reports treating four patients in Syria who showed symptoms of exposure to chemical agents.

Assad 'Confident' of Russia's Support

Syrian President says he is confident Russia will continue supporting his embattled regime, accuses America of abandoning its allies.

Assad: Fighting 'Terrorists' More Important than Fighting Israel

Syrian President says his country must first deal with anti-regime rebels before it responds to last week's Israeli airstrikes in Syria.

ISIS Destroys Ancient Temple in Palmyra

Islamic State jihadists destroy the Baalshamin Temple in the ancient ruins of Palmyra, realizing the worst fears of archaeologists.

Meet Iran's Islamic Jihad Cell that Attacked Israel

ID of 5 Palestinian terrorists who fired rockets last week unveiled; license plates show they hailed from Iran hub of Damascus.

Prosor to UN: Condemn Syria Rockets, Don't Call for Restraint

Israel’s UN ambassador calls on the Security Council to condemn rocket fire from Syria instead of calling on both sides to show restraint.

ISIS Demolishes Ancient Monastery in Syria

ISIS demolishes monastery founded more than 1,500 years ago in central Syria.

IDF Eliminates Rocket Terror Cell, Possibly Senior Colonel

Syrian media reports a senior Syrian colonel and his aides among the dead in IDF airstrike response to rocket fire.

Netanyahu: 'You Rush to Embrace Iran, They Fire Rockets at Us'

PM warns 'we'll harm those who try to harm us,' slams world powers for nuclear deal after 'Iranian commander ordered rocket strike.'

Syria Reports 1 Soldier Killed in IDF Airstrikes

Syrian army source says Israeli strikes in response to rocket fire left 1 dead, 7 wounded at army post in Quneitra.

'Weak sauce'

Liberman: IDF Response to Syria Was 'Bulls***'

Ex-FM criticizes IDF retaliation to rocket fire, saying strikes on infrastructure mean 'they hit empty space pretending to do something.'

Iran Welcomes UN's Peace Plan for Syria

Iran welcomes peace plan for Syria approved by the UN Security Council, says Assad's regime must be directly involved.

Ya'alon: Rocket Fire a 'Promo' for a More Dangerous Iran

Defense Minister links Iran with rocket fire from Syria, warns things will get worse once the sanctions are lifted.

IDF Hits 14 Targets in Syria Following Rocket Fire

In a joint operation involving the IAF, the artillery corps and the armored corps, IDF hits 14 targets belonging to the Assad regime.

Iran Behind Rocket Fire on Golan, Says Senior IDF Officer

The order to fire rockets from Syrian territory was given by a senior officer in Iran's Al-Quds force, according to the IDF.

IDF Responds to Syrian Missiles with Artillery Fire

Hours after 4 rockets fired at northern Israel from Syria, IDF returns fire, accusing regime of responsibility for allowing strikes.

Syria Blasts UN Envoy for Criticizing Barrel Bomb Attacks

Syria's government slams Staffan de Mistura for his criticism of regime air raids that killed nearly 100 people.

ISIS Beheads Antiquities Scholar in Palmyra

ISIS jihadists behead an 82-year-old antiquities scholar in ancient Syrian city, then hang his body on a column in a main square.

Chemical Watchdog 'Concerned' by ISIS Use of Mustard Gas

Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons voices serious concern over reports that ISIS used chemical weapons.

UN Security Council Backs New Syria Peace Plan

Security Council backs a new push for peace talks in Syria, in a measure adopted by Russia.

US Condemns Assad's 'Disregard for Human Life'

US demands Syrian President Bashar al-Assad be given the boot after nearly 100 killed in devastating regime strike in Syria.

As World Watches: Syrian Regime Carpet Bombs Market

Regime deploys 'scorched earth' policy in 10 strikes on busy market with death toll nearing 100; 'appalled' UN accused of accountability.

Testing Confirms ISIS Used Mustard Gas in Syria

Officials say test results from ISIS attack in Syria confirm mustard agent was used. Similar attack in Iraq still under investigation.

UN Aid Chief to Pay Visit to Syria

Stephen O'Brien, the UN's top aid official, will pay his first visit to Syria next week to step up relief efforts for the war-torn country.

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.

Turkey Building Fence to Keep Syria Spillover Out

Ankara building concrete security fence, digging trenches against the onslaught of ISIS and other terror attacks.

UN Council to Meet on Islamic State Gay Attacks

First-ever meeting on 'sexual minorities' to be spearheaded by the US, Chile.

Syrian Opposition Insists: Assad Must Go

Syria's main opposition group meets Russian foreign minister, rejects calls to join forces against ISIS.

US Accuses Syria of Barrel Bomb Escalation

US envoy to UN calls for global action after regime drops over 2,000 lethal crude bombs on civilian areas since July.

Russian FM Caught in Saudi Hot Mic: 'F***ing Morons'

Hold that thought: Lavrov caught cussing in meeting on Syrian conflict - was he targeting cameramen, or Saudi counterpart?

Rebels Close in on Assad's Latakia Bastion

Rare lethal rocket attack strikes capital of Assad's Alawite sect's heartland on western coast, as rebels close in on key regime stronghold.

Venezuela Delays UN Resolution on Syria

A UN Security Council approval of a draft statement on Syria delayed because of objections from Venezuela.

Iran Calls on Arab Neighbors to 'Fight Terrorism'

Pot, meet kettle: Iranian foreign minister Javad Zarif calls on Arab world to 'fight terrorism' as Tehran sponsors world terror.

Turkey, US Ready to Begin Anti-ISIS Mission

After a 'pause' for coordination, official says, Turkey and the US are ready to begin operations against Islamic State terror organizaiton.

Regime Airstrikes Near Damascus Kill 37 Civilians

Death toll keeps rising in bombardment that wounded at least 120, as rebels kill 13 in rocket strikes on Damascus.

NGO Documents Syrian Regime's 'War Crimes' Near Damascus

Bombings timed to terrorize civilians and use of starvation in Eastern Ghouta blockade constitutes 'crimes against humanity,' says Amnesty.

Obama to Press Ahead with Training of 'Moderate' Syrian Rebels

President Barack Obama's administration says it will continue with mission to train Syrian opposition fighters, despite initial failures.

Syria Rebels, Pro-Regime Forces Agree on 48-Hour Truce

Islamist groups and pro-regime forces agree on a ceasefire in flashpoint towns in northwest Syria and along the border with Lebanon.

Assad's Cousin Arrested Over 'Road Rage' Killing

Syrian authorities arrest Suleiman Al-Assad, a cousin of the president accused of killing a military officer in a road rage incident.