Syria

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.

Nusra Front Leader: ISIS Caliphate is 'Illegitimate'

Al-Nusra Front leader Abu Mohammad al-Golani blasts rival ISIS, says the group must "repent".

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.

Official: IDF Would 'Clear Out' S. Lebanon If War Breaks Out

The Middle East is getting more dangerous, a top IDF official said - but Israel's situation is currently 'good.'

More than 10,000 ISIS Jihadis Killed in Airstrikes

US Deputy Secretary of State dismisses criticism of air campaign, insists 'significant progress' has been made in fight against ISIS.

Iranian Commander Promises 'Surprises' in Syria

Iranian Revolutionary Guards commander says the world will be "surprised" by what Iran and Syria are preparing.

Hypocrisy: Turkey Deports Palestinians Back to War-Torn Syria

NGO reports that Turkey forced nine Palestinians to return to Syria after they were arrested while trying to flee to Greece.

Report: IAF Airstrikes on Syrian-Lebanese Border

Lebanese media reports IAF airstrikes on two targets in Arsal and Brital.

Russia Urges US to Act in Lockstep with Syria to Crush ISIS

Moscow takes Iran's, Syrian regime side of conflict and warns that ISIS 'could go very, very far' if not stopped.

Iran's Rouhani says Arabs, West Miscalculated in Syria

Rouhani accuses West of using rebel groups as a front to impose agenda in Syria, boasts opposition to Damascus 'falling apart.'

UNRWA Chief: Plight of Yarmouk Residents is 'Critical'

Head of UNRWA says the situation for Palestinian Arabs in the Yarmouk neighborhood is "absolutely critical".

Ya'alon: Chemical Threat from Syria Has Dropped

Defense Minister says the chemical threat from Syria has dropped due to international pressure.

May Was the Deadliest Month of 2015 in Syria

Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says at least 6,657 people were killed in Syria in May.

Assad on the way out?

Is Russia Finally Abandoning Assad?

Arab media says Russia evacuating its staff and turning its back on Assad, a crippling blow to a regime that has been steadily crumbling.

Kurds Push Back ISIS in Northern Syria Border Provinces

Kurdish YPG militia seizes eight villages back from Islamic State, as coalition airstrikes continue.

Hollywood Actor Michael Enright Joins Kurds Fighting ISIS

British-born actor vows to wipe ISIS 'off the face of the earth'; says he joined Kurds 'because they fight' unlike Shiites 'who surrender.'

Civilians Executed on Both Sides as ISIS Strikes Kurdish City

ISIS assault on Kurdish-controlled Hasakeh comes after Kurds executed 20 civilians, including children, and ISIS killed 30.

Syrian Christian Beheads ISIS Jihadist in Act of Revenge

Syrian Christian fighter beheads ISIS jihadist to avenge people executed by the group in northeastern Syria.

Video Shows Turkey Smuggling Arms to Syrian Jihadists

Images and video leaked of Turkish state intelligence shipping weapons to Syria; weapons allegedly Russian.

Syria on Brink of Economic Collapse as ISIS Grabs Mines

Along with losing ground Assad's regime is losing its resources that had kept it afloat, losing phosphate, natural gas and oil.

UN Aid Chief Makes Final Appeal on Syria

Outgoing UN aid chief Valerie Amos calls on the Security Council to take action to end the ongoing Syrian civil war.

EU Extends Sanctions Against Assad Regime

EU extends measures against supporters of President Bashar Al-Assad for another year, adds senior Syrian military official to list.

Al Qaeda Captures Last Syrian Regime City in Idlib

Rebel coalition begins lightning conquest of last city in Idlib province on Turkish border still held by government.

Iran and Turkey Spar over Syria No-fly Zone

Turkey has demanded zone as condition to stage US-led airstrikes, but pro-Assad Iranian deputy FM says it would be 'a mistake.'

Lapid Bashes FIFA for 'Hypocritical' Vote on Israel

'Who is FIFA threatening to boycott? Not human rights violators Iran, Syria, or Saudi Arabia, but Israel,' Lapid lashes out on Facebook.

Nusra Front Leader: We Don't Seek Revenge Against the Alawites

The leader of Al-Qaeda's Syria branch says his group will not target the Alawites, despite their support for Assad.

ISIS Executes 20 Men in Palmyra

ISIS publicly executes 20 men accused of fighting for the Syrian regime.

1,200 Syrian, Afghan Refugees Flood Greece in Two Days

Greek authorities scramble to form policy on mass migration, fearing links to terrorism, repercussions.

Syria Plays Up Ties with Iran, Russia

Syrian Foreign Minister declares outright that Tehran, Moscow have been aiding regime forces, have 'same views.'

Former British PM Appeals for Help for Syrian Refugees

Gordon Brown launches an appeal to raise $100 million in aid for Syrian students who have taken refuge in Lebanon.

Syrian Official: No Damage Done to Palmyra

Syria's antiquities chief says the historic city of Palmyra had been unharmed since being seized by ISIS jihadists.

Poland to Take in Syrian Christian Refugees

60 families fleeing 'barbaric' Islamist violence to be accepted for asylum, days after Poland rejected EU asylum quota.

Australia to Strip Terrorists' Citizenship

First-generation Australians fighting in Syria to be stripped of citizenship to prevent terror spreading, PM Tony Abbott announces.

Cameron and Putin Agree to Start Talks on Syria Crisis

British Prime Minister and Russian President agree "that Syria talks should resume".

Former UK Army Chief Calls for Ground Invasion Against ISIS

At least 5,000 troops, UN support needed to defeat Islamic State, Lord Dannatt says.

Assad Starts Heavy Bombing of Ancient Palmyra

After ISIS captures city with rich archaeological heritage and massacres residents, Assad regimes launches multiple airstrikes.

UN Condemns Israel for 'Violating Health of Syrians'

UN resolution blames Israel for violating health rights of Syrians in the Golan, ignores the fact that Israel treats wounded Syrians.

Somali-American Man Joins Jihad to Escape Child Support

Secular Muslim reportedly flees Minneapolis to escape paying $700 per month to two ex-wives, only to be killed.

Israeli Arab Dies Fighting for Islamic State

27-year-old from Taibe falls in battle over ancient Palmyra; he is the fourth Israeli citizen to die fighting for the terrorist group.

ISIS Conquers Last Syrian Border Crossing to Iraq

ISIS continues blitz, seizing last crossing held by Assad's regime forces and solidifying hold after conquering half of Syria.

American Airstrike in Syria Killed 2 Children, Military Admits

Officials in the United States military admit that airstrikes against Islamist extremists in Syria killed two children last November.

French President: The World Must Respond to Capture of Palmyra

French President Francois Hollande calls on the world to respond to ISIS jihadists' seizure of ancient Syrian city.