Syria

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.

UNESCO: Palmyra Destruction 'Enormous Loss to Humanity'

Head of UNESCO pleads with UN and religious leaders to urge ISIS terrorists away from destroying artifacts in world heritage site.

With Capture of Palmyra, ISIS Now Controls Half of Syria

Priceless artifacts now in danger of being destroyed by Islamic State fanatics, who score second major victory in less than a week.

ISIS Enters Ancient Palmyra, Threatening Priceless Artifacts

Islamic State jihadists enter ancient Syrian city for second time, after briefly taking parts on Saturday, now control a third of the city.

Syria: US-Led Airstrikes Kill 170 Jihadists in Two Days

Coalition airstrikes in Hasakeh province, northeastern Syria, deal heavy blow to ISIS forces, aiding Kurdish advance.

Syria Accuses Jordan of Training 'Terrorists'

Syria claims Jordan is training "terrorists" on its soil, urges the UN Security Council to take action.

Iran 'Proud' of Hezbollah Progress in Qalamoun

Adviser to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei cheers on Hezbollah, Syrian forces in fight over Lebanese border town.

'The Education System Has Forgotten Eli Cohen'

50 years after his death, widow of Israel's most famous spy laments lack of awareness about Eli Cohen in Israeli education system.

Turkey: 7 Soldiers Arrested in 'Syria Arms Consignment' Case

Turkish court remands in custody seven serving soldiers accused over the interception of an alleged consignment of arms bound for Syria.

Why Now? Baghdadi Message Reaffirms ISIS Leadership

Tape of Islamic State leader released last week meant to dispel incapacitation rumors - but when was it recorded?

US Kills Senior ISIS Leader in Syria, Captures His Wife

US Special Operations forces eliminate one of ISIS's top logistical leaders in daring Saturday raid, which saw 'hand-to-hand combat.'

ISIS Seizes Part of Ancient Syrian City of Palmyra

Fierce clashes reported as Islamic State makes second gains in two days, after seizing control of Iraqi provincial capital.

Obama: Chlorine Gas Not 'Historically' a Chemical Weapon

POTUS insists that US is investigating reports of attacks, but implies that chlorine may not justify action against Syria.

Expert: Syria War Crimes Case at ICC 'Unlikely'

War crimes prosecution can only happen under a regime change, experts say, as Assad is likely to be involved in any short-term solution.

ISIS Leader Releases New Recording Amid Reports of Injury

In new audio recording, ISIS head Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi urges Muslims to emigrate to his self-proclaimed "caliphate".

ISIS 'Barbarians' Threaten to Destroy Ancient Syrian City

Islamic State fighters bearing down on ancient Palmyra, a world heritage site, as Syrian regime battles to keep them out.

White House Concerned Over Syrian Chemical Weapons

White House concerned over the fact that undeclared traces of chemical weapons were found in Syria.

Lebanon Jails Former Pro-Syrian Minister

Former adviser to Bashar Assad given 4.5 year prison sentence for terrorism.

Syria Security Chief Appears with Assad After Arrest Claim

Meeting debunks rumors Assad's top security official was under house arrest for plotting a coup.

48 Dead as ISIS Seizes Town in Homs Province

Fierce clashes between ISIS terrorists and Syrian regime forces over Al-Sukhnah result in 48 deaths.