Syria

Netanyahu: We Will Bring Druze Lynchers to Justice

Both Netanyahu and Ya'alon vow crackdown on citizens taking the law into their own hands after Syrian casualty killed by Druze mob.

Syrian Kurds Chase ISIS from Key Base

Syrian Kurdish fighters chased ISIS from a key base north of their de-facto capital.

ISIS in Syria Hangs Two Boys for Eating During Ramadan

ISIS hangs two youths accused of eating during daylight hours in the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan.

Wounded Syrian Killed in Druze Attack on IDF Ambulance

Crowd of Israeli Druze descend on ambulance carrying wounded Syrian refugees.

Syrian Refugees Sneak into Europe Through Lesbos

One refugee's arduous journey with smugglers and traffickers reveals how covert entry into France is possible from jihadist hot-zones.

Concern Mounts as ISIS Places Mines in Palmyra

ISIS jihadists mine the spectacular ancient ruins in Syria's Palmyra, prompting fears for the UNESCO World Heritage site.

Terror Attacks Rose 35% in 2014; 81% More Deaths

US State Department report presents damning picture of terror in the Middle East and worldwide, with Syria at its epicenter.

UN Refugee Agency Marks World Refugee Day in Syria

UN calls on global community to remember millions displaced by war.

One Year On, No Quick Fix to ISIS 'Caliphate'

Islamic State here to stay for foreseeable future, experts say - but how is it enduring US-led air campaign and Kurdish onslaught?

A Rare Glimpse Inside ISIS 'Model City' - Hell on Earth

Syrians in Raqqa reveal how jihadists use 'Heaven Square' to display heads on spikes and leave crucified bodies for days.

Pentagon Admits Difficulty in Training Syrian Rebels

United States struggling to implement its training program for moderate Syrian rebels fighting ISIS, according to the Pentagon.

70 Countries Demand End to Syrian Barrel Bomb Attacks

70 countries across the planet unite to express outrage over the Syrian regime's systematic use of barrel bombs.

Who is Blocking Syrian Refugees from Going Home?

Turks and Kurds exchange accusations of blocking border crossing to town freed from ISIS, as refugees want to return for Ramadan.

Arrest Warrant Issued for Australian Doctor Who Joined ISIS

Australian authorities issued an arrest warrant Thursday against Tareq Kamleh for appearing in ISIS propaganda videos.

UN Envoy Concludes Trip to Syria, Condemns Civilian Deaths

Staffan de Mistura ends three-day trip to Damascus with condemnation of the deaths of civilians in both government and rebel fire.

Surge in Passport Requests as Syrians Flee

One million citizens applied for passports in six months, Syrian media reveals - five times the requests in the first half of 2014.

Entire Syrian Chemical Weapon Stock Destroyed

OPCW hails completion of 2-year mission to destroy Syria's sarin and mustard gas stores.

Syria: 16 Dead in Airstrikes in Daraa

At least 16 people, among them 13 children, killed in government airstrikes on a town in the southern Daraa province.

Assad and UN Envoy Agree to Keep Pushing Peace

Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad and UN peace envoy Staffan de Mistura agree to continue talks to find a political solution to the war.

Fears as Two British Mothers Leave for Syria with Young Children

Fathers issue tearful plea to their wives families to come back home; feared they have joined ISIS or another jihadi group.

IDF Declares 'Closed Military Zone' in Golan, Then Cancels

Area in north-eastern Golan shut off as IDF says it is following Syrian fighting, but shortly afterwards IDF cancels the move.

Israeli Army Vows to Protect Syrian Druze from 'Massacre'

Eizenkot promises to prevent massacre of Druze refugees on Golan Heights border with Syria, responding to Israeli Druze demands.

Palestinian Who Joined Al-Nusra Indicted

Palestinian Arab traveled to Syria in 2014 to bring terror training back to Judea-Samaria.

Turkey Accuses Kurds of 'Ethnic Cleansing' in Syria

Deputy PM Bulent Arinc turns tables on fight against ISIS, claims it's Kurds who are 'ethnic cleansing' to create autonomous state.

3 British Sisters Feared to Have Joined Jihadists in Syria

Three British sisters are feared to have travelled with their nine children to join up with jihadists in Syria.

20 Dead in Rebel Attack on Aleppo as UN Envoy Visits

20 people killed and 100 wounded in Syrian rebel rocket fire on government-held parts of the city of Aleppo.

Canadian Man Joins Kurds to Fight ISIS

56 year-old joins after being outraged by beheading videos.

Kurdish Forces Seize Tal Abyad Border Post from ISIS

In two-pronged offensive, Syrian Kurdish forces take control away from ISIS of key crossing on Turkish border.

Report: Israel Helped Obama Prevent Syria Strikes

New book alleges top Israeli officials pitched intervention plan on Syria chemical weapons fiasco - and set poor precedent for Iran.

UN Envoy to Complain to Assad About Barrel Bombs

Envoy to Syria arrives in Damascus to discuss Geneva talks, as well as lethally crude bombs dropped indiscriminately on civilians.

UN's Syria Envoy to Visit Damascus

Staffan de Mistura announces visit to Damascus, renews criticism of the use of barrel bombs by President Bashar Al-Assad's regime.

Kurds Move in on ISIS Stronghold; Erdogan Worried

Kurdish militia sweep aside Islamic State jihadists, come within 50 meters of strategic town of Tal Abayd; Turkish voices concern.

Erdogan Troubled by Kurdish Advance in Northern Syria

Turkish President worries the replacement of ISIS with other recognized terror group PKK will threaten Turkey's borders.

Kurds Near ISIS-Held Border Town

As Kurds advance on Islamic State controlled Tal Abyad, thousands of fearful citizens look for asylum in Turkey.

Druze Leaders Ready to Defend Relatives in Syria

Israeli Druze say they are on alert after Al Qaeda massacre, 'will not hesitate' to cross border and protect relatives if necessary.

Highest Ranking Iranian General Dies in Syria

Islamic regime continues to pay painful price propping up Assad's regime for its hegemony, as IRGC major general shipped home in a body bag.

Al Qaeda Apologizes for Murdering 20 Druze

Syrian affiliate of terror group says shootout committed against Druze village under its hold 'violates our views.'

ISIS in Danger of Losing Key Supply Route from Turkey

Heavy fighting in Syria continues, as rebels oust ISIS from village near key border crossing in move with potentially large impact on war.

Senior Israeli Official Met Syrian Opposition Leaders

Despite official stance of neutrality, report reveals high-ranking official met secular rebel forces to talk about common enemies.

Kurds 'Storm' ISIS-held Town on Turkish Border

YPG and Arab rebels take control of part of Suluk, as fierce border clashes continue.

Syrian Rebels Begin Conquest of Regime-held Province

Rebels make first advance seizing military airport in Druze-majority Sweida province, crimping regime air power in Daraa and Damascus.

Al-Qaeda Affiliate in Syria Kills 20 Druze

Some 20 members of Syria' Druze community were killed Wednesday in a shootout with Al-Nusra Front.

Russia: We're Not Looking to Replace Assad

Russia has no plans to “deport” Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad, Russian ambassador to Lebanon said Thursday.

US Citizen Killed Fighting ISIS

Keith Broomfield died fighting alongside Kurdish YPG forces; mother says she's waiting for his body to come home for burial.

UN's Syria Envoy Extends Talks Until July

Staffan de Mistura extends wide-ranging talks by another month.

Norway to Welcome 8,000 Syrians by Late 2017

Oslo calls on other European countries to welcome Syrian refugees, following UNHCR guidelines.

French Army Chief Urges Coalition to Target ISIS Command Centers

French army chief Denis Mercier compares current strikes in Syria to Libya offensive in 2011; says striking jihadist centers key.

ISIS Blows Up Gas Pipeline to Damascus

Watchdog group says Islamic State has sabotaged a natural gas source for Homs, Damascus, specifically to hurt regime forces.

Iran Denies Having Soldiers in Syria

Iranian Foreign Ministry denies multiple reports that Iran, other Syrian allies have flooded Syria with their own soldiers.

Gazan Dies Fighting for ISIS in Syria

ISIS terrorist from Gaza dies in coalition airstrike on Raqqa, as threat of ISIS influence in Gaza continues to grow.

Over 230,000 Killed in Syria Since 2011

Syrian Observatory for Human Rights estimates the death count could be far higher due to a bevy of inconclusive disappearances.

Syria Asks UN to Dismantle its Nuclear Program

IAEA says Syrian regime has asked for help getting nuclear material out of country, likely so as to prevent ISIS from getting 'dirty bomb.'

Rebels, Al Qaeda Advance on Regime in Northwest Syria

Syrian NGO points once again to rebel pushback as Assad's army falls in Muhambel.

UN Outraged Over Barrel Bomb Attacks in Syria

Security Council expresses outrage over a recent wave of barrel-bomb attacks in Aleppo province that have left scores dead.

ISIS Advances on Key Syrian Provincial Capital

Islamic State poised to take Hasakeh Friday; if successful, would mark second provincial capital taken by jihadists.

Russian Teen Foregoes Top University for ISIS

19-year-old female student attempts to join Islamists via Turkey but doesn't reach her jihadist destination.

Druze Demand Syrian Airstrikes from Israel, US

Druze community leaders meet with US Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro to request help arming Druze fighting ISIS.

Fatah to Renew Ties with Syria After 32 Years

Fatah plans to open offices in Syria, says central committee member Abbas Zaki.

Syria: 14 Dead in Regime Barrel Bomb Attack on Aleppo

At least 14 civilians killed when Syrian regime helicopters drop barrel bombs on northern Aleppo, the latest in an ongoing air campaign.

Emboldened ISIS in Fierce Battle for Syrian City

Islamic State jihadists set their sites on Hasakeh after string of victories. Would be the third provincial capital lost by regime.