Syria

Report: Investigators Have War Crime Case Against Syria

CIJA has built three war crimes cases against brutal Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria.

Regime Barrel Bomb Attack Kills 20 in Aleppo

At least 20 killed in a regime barrel bomb attack on a mini-bus stand in a rebel-held part of Syria's Aleppo.

NGO: 5 Million Syrians At Risk from Explosive Weapons

NGO urges international community to stop barrel bomb attacks in Syria as injury rate rises.

Hezbollah: We Killed 20 Members of Al-Nusra Front

Hezbollah says it killed over 20 fighters from Syria’s Al-Qaeda wing in the Qalamoun region.

Syria Fumes at Turkish PM's Cross-Border Visit to Ottoman Tomb

Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu's visit to tomb of Suleymen Shah 'constitutes clear aggression' against Syria, state media says.

Syria: Fierce Assaults Poise ISIS to Conquer Military Airports

Assad continues to lose key battles, as ISIS forces seize key positions around airports on way to bagging another province.

US Starts Delayed Training of 'Moderate' Syrian Rebels

US army training rebels who have been screened for being 'moderates' in Jordan, says it may give air support against Assad.

Syrian Activists Report of Chlorine Attack in Idlib

Syrian activists says several dozen people injured in chemical attacks in the northwestern province of Idlib.

Syria: Hezbollah, Regime Forces Battle Rebels in Qalamoun

Pro-Assad forces report slight gains in battles against rebel 'Army of Conquest', but Al Qaeda's Nusra Front denies Hezbollah gains.

Carter: Syria Safe Zone Would Require 'Combat Mission'

Defense Secretary Ashton Carter says creating a safe zone in Syria would cause American troops to fight jihadists.

US to UN: Investigate Syrian Chemical Weapons Use

Diplomats say there is 'mounting evidence' of more chlorine gas attacks despite lengthy chemical removal process.

Students Gather Packages for Christian Refugees Fleeing ISIS

Im Tirtzu, Israeli Christian Recruitment Forum team up with Israeli volunteers to aid Christians in Iraq and Syria.

Assad Denies His Regime Falling in Rare Public Address

Syrian president makes rare appearance to dismiss fears of impending defeat after rebels make significant gains.

Hollande Admits France Breached Syrian Weapons Embargo

New book reveals Hollande delivered canons, missiles and rocket launchers to rebels in 2012 despite European embargo.

UN's Syria Envoy Opens Talks in Geneva

Staffan de Mistura, the UN's peace envoy for Syria, launches wide-ranging consultations in Geneva with regional and domestic players.

PLO Delegation Visits Syria to Discuss Yarmouk

Palestinian Arab officials visit Syria to discuss efforts to protect the Yarmouk neighborhood which was stormed by ISIS.

Nasrallah: If Assad Falls, Hezbollah Will Fall

Hezbollah leader reaffirms support for Assad regime, telling senior Lebanese politician his group's very survival is at stake.

Assad's Barrel Bombs Close Main Hospital in Aleppo

Doctors Without Borders report major hospital closed after repeated bombings, as the organization struggles to provide aid.

Amnesty Blasts Crimes Against Humanity in Aleppo

Amnesty International blasts both Syrian regime as well as rebel forces in new report on Aleppo fighting.

NGO, Opposition Urge Probe of Deaths in Syria Raid

A monitor and Syria's opposition call for probe of coalition airstrike that allegedly killed 64 civilians in northern Syria.

American Military: No Civilians Were Killed in Syria Airstrike

United States military denies report that airstrikes killed 52 civilians in northern Syria, says those killed were actually fighters.

Syria: 7 Civilians Killed in Barrel Bomb Attack on Aleppo School

Barrel bomb hits Aleppo school, kills at least seven civilians, including a teacher and four children.

Syria Rebel Victories Leave Lebanon Increasingly Isolated

Seizure of last border crossing into Syria by rebels chokes off Lebanese; 'We have become an island.'

Iran to Take Part in UN-Hosted Consultations on Syria

UN confirms that Assad ally Iran will take part in consultations on Syria that begin Monday in Geneva.

Syrian Army Preempts Rebel Attacks in Regime Bastion

Regime forces in Latakia attack rebel positions in attempt to block rebel assault from recently-captured Idlib.

Syrian Opposition Leader Asks for 'Safe Havens' Inside Syria

Syrian National Coalition head meets Kerry, asks the United States to help set up safe havens inside Syria.

Iran and Assad Vow to 'Intensify War Against Terror'

In ironic comment given Iran being leading state sponsor of terror, Syrian defense minister in Tehran speaks of joint civil war efforts.

Regime Troops Trapped in Hospital as Syrian Rebels Advance

Al-Qaeda affiliate keeps gaining ground on Syrian army, as regime has lost almost entire province bordering Turkey.

Mortar Rounds on Golan Heights Were Fired by ISIS

'Spillover' from Syria fired by ISIS group, after it conquers closest post to Israeli border yet just 1.5 miles away.

'Spillover'? Gunfire on Golan After Iran Tells Syria to Strike

Hours after Iran tells Syrian DM to open war against Israel on Golan and day after 'stray' mortar rounds, 'stray' shots fired. Coincidence?

Iran Tells Syria to Attack Israel on the Golan Heights

Syrian defense minister in rare Iran visit told to open war front against Israel together with Hezbollah, as Iran seeks greater hegemony.

EU Wants Iran to Play a 'Major Regional Role'

Mogherini says nuclear deal will let leading state terror sponsor which has been expanding hegemony have a 'major role' in Middle East.

Syrian Opposition to Meet UN Envoy for Peace Talks

Representatives from Syria's opposition National Coalition to UN's envoy Staffan de Mistura in Geneva next month.

Prosor Demands UN Condemn Attack on Golan Heights

Israeli Ambassador to UN urges Security Council action after terrorists place bomb on border, says Syrian regime responsible.

Why Iran Spends $35 Billion a Year to Prop Up Assad

Officials and experts reveal why Syria is so crucial that Iran spends mass fortunes despite sanctions and deploys thousands of troops.

Syrian Defense Minister in Iran as Assad Regime Faltering

General Fahd al-Freij in Iran to discuss cooperation between the two countries' militaries, as Assad regime suffers a series of losses.

Iraq: ISIS Stones Two Men to Death for Adultery

Grisly photos from Nineveh province in northern Iraq shows Islamic state execution.

Report: French Woman Recruit Escapes ISIS in Syria

Unnamed jihadi bride reportedly fled Islamic State-held territory with help from anti-ISIS insurgents and Kurdish militia.

'Tolerated' Opposition Head Flees Syria

Louay Hussein flees to Spain ahead of verdict on 'weakening national sentiment,' saying 'my life was in danger.'

Terrorists Killed in Border Attack Were Sons of Israeli Druze

Report reveals 2 of the 4 terrorists eliminated while placing explosive on border Sunday night are sons of terrorist from Majdal Shams.

Security Sources: Israel Didn't Carry Out Third Syria Strike

Appraisal poses that third strike in Qalamoun accredited to IAF by Arabic media was actually conducted by Syrian rebels.

How the Syrian Civil War United Rock Music with Lebanon

Syrian rock bands fleeing war are finding refuge in Lebanon, and are revitalizing the rock scene while pushing their music to new levels.

Assad's Uncle Investigated for Corruption in France

Uncle of Assad claims he fled Syria 'with nothing,' but investigation hints $98 million fortune stolen during time in regime.

Report: Israel Launched Airstrikes in Syria

Hours after IDF soldiers eliminate a terror cell in the Golan, reports emerge of IAF airstrikes in Syria.

Syria: 40 Dead in Airstrikes on Marketplace

Airstrikes on a marketplace kill at least 40 civilians, as Syrian forces step up attacks on rebel-held town of Darkush.

Netanyahu Commends IDF for Foiling Terror Attack in North

PM Netanyahu praises IDF for eliminating a squad of terrorists as they tried to place an explosive device in the Golan.

Confirmation of Arab reports?

Ya'alon: We Will Strike Iran Weapons Transfers to Hezbollah

Without directly taking credit for strike on Scud depots in Syria Saturday, defense minister warns Israel will block advanced weapons.

Turkey Battles Iran In Strategic Chess Game

Turkey is worrying more and more about Iranian power, but think they might have left themselves exposed.

Syria: Al Qaeda, Allies, Take Key Regime Stronghold

Jihadists seize Jisr al-Shughur, last major city under regime control in Idlib; now closer than ever to regime heartland Latakia.

ISIS Shoots Down Regime Aircraft in Syria

ISIS shoots down regime aircraft near a key military airport, claims it captured the pilot.

Assad's Former Political Spy Chief Dies

Syria's former political intelligence chief dies after being fired for a quarrel with another regime official in which he was beaten up.

'Buy Syrian' Fair in Damascus Highlights War Damage

Struggling entrepreneurs take part in fair to emphasize 'made in Syria' products, as the tolls of civil war are sharply felt.

US-Led Air Raids on Syria Kill 2,000 Since September

At least 2,000 people, most of whom are Islamic State terrorists, have been killed in Syria since US began air campaign in September.

France Hunts for Accomplices in Foiled Church Terror Attack

French police are hunting for Sid Ahmed Ghalm's possible accomplices in 'fifth thwarted terror attack' since January shootings.

Syria: 42 Dead in Clashes Between Rebels

At least 42 fighters killed in fierce fighting between Islamist rebels and the Islamic State group.

Israel 'Threatened Al Qaeda Rebels to Protect Syrian Druze'

The rise of Islamist rebel factions has made Israeli support for Syrian rebels more difficult than in the past.

Assad: There Are No Iranian Troops in Syria

Syria's President admits he invited Hezbollah to fight alongside his regime but denies Iran has sent troops to participate in the civil war.

UN Demands That Aid be Allowed into Yarmouk

Security Council demands that aid workers be allowed to distribute supplies to "Palestinian refugees" in Damascus.

Mother and Five Children Killed in Syria Bombardment

At least 19 civilians killed in Syrian regime bombardment of the southern province of Daraa.

Plea for Help to Discover Fate of Missing Syria Priests

Eastern Orthodox church appeals to the international community to uncover what happened to two priests in Syria.