Syria

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.

ISIS Issuing Photo ID Cards in Syria's Raqa

ISIS issuing photo identity cards and a range of administrative documents to males in Syria's Raqa province, say activists.

Assad: Turkey Prevented UN Ceasefire Plan in Aleppo

Syrian President claims Turkey's influence with rebel factions is prolonging the battle in Aleppo, a prime site for bomb attacks.

Antiquities Market on Alert for Looted Syrian Spoils

Experts aghast at widespread cultural destruction in Syria, where ISIS and others are looting antiquities 'right out of the ground.'

Assad Has 'Paid no Price for Chemical War Crimes'

UN Security Council hears evidence from doctors of chemical attacks; 'attacks come from helicopters - which only Assad has.'

Report: Mortar Shell Fired in the Golan Heights

Shell strikes an open area, with no injuries or damage; security sources say it is likely Syria spillover.

UN Envoy to Visit Iraq, Syria to Address Sexual Violence

UN envoy to make Middle East tour to speak about sexual violence in the context of terror, particularly by ISIS.

Assad Continues Binge of Barrel Bombing in Idlib

24 people killed in regime airstrikes, including crude barrel bomb on shelter that killed 12, two of them children.

UN Envoy Plans More Talks on Syria War

UN mediator Staffan de Mistura wants his next consultations on the conflict in Syria to include "all those with influence," says spokesman.

Palestinian Sources Say ISIS Losing Ground in Yarmouk

Islamic State jihadists now confined to southwest of Yarmouk camp, as Palestinian fighters join forces with Assad regime.

HRW: 'Strong Evidence' Syrian Regime Used Chlorine Gas Again

Pair of attacks in Idlib province likely from regime helicopters, rights group insists.

UN Provides Supplies to 500 Residents of Yarmouk

UNRWA provides urgent supplies to around 500 civilians who have fled fighting in the Damascus neighborhood of Yarmouk.

Al Nusra Bombs Syrian Regime Base in Aleppo

Large tunnel explodes near air force intelligence base in Aleppo, just after rebels close down schools there due to bombings.

Schools Close in Aleppo Following Bombings

Human rights monitor says brutal bombings have closed 135 schools in the Syrian city after air raids on civilians.

Suspect Arrested in London Murder of Anti-Assad Imam

Man arrested on suspicion of having shot dead 48-year-old imam, who survived massacre by Assad's father.

Over 6,000 European Jihadists Fighting in Syria

EU desperately looking for means of combating rapidly growing homegrown Islamist terrorists setting off for jihad.

Syria: 5 Children Killed in Aleppo Airstrike

Syrian regime air strike in Aleppo kills five children and four other civilians.

New MK Optimistic about Israeli-Kurdish Future

Ksenia Svetlova of the Zionist Union, an expert in Arab and Kurdish affairs, sees growth in future ties with Kurds in Syria and Iraq.

50 ISIS Hostages Include Ismaili Minorities

ISIS seizes civilians in central Syrian village, with almost half of the victims women feared as having been taken as slaves.

PLO Won't Send Boots on the Ground to Syria

PLO rejects involvement in 'military actions' in Yarmouk 'Palestinian refugee camp,' after getting Syria to take part in defense from ISIS.

ISIS Repelled From Key Syrian Military Airport

Assad's forces keep control over Khalkhalah after fierce skirmish, while Kurds also manage to push back ISIS in key town of Tal Tamr.

Palestinian Yarmouk Forces Unite with Syrian Regime to Beat ISIS

PLO says Palestinian forces in Yarmouk will cooperate with Assad's regime against ISIS - but they fought Assad with rebels before.

Syria's Latest Blow on Lebanon: Goat Plague

1.5 million refugees fleeing war have come into Lebanon with unvaccinated livestock, bringing with them lumpy skin disease and others.

London Counterterrorism Police Probing Syrian Imam's Murder

Counter-terrorism police investigating Abdul Hadi Arwani's murder; despite opposition to Syrian regime, family dismisses this as factor.

Syrian Kurdish Leader: Break Syria Up into Separate States

Syrian Kurdish leader in Washington advocates the world drops the paradigm of a unified Syria and gives its peoples their independence.

Anti-Assad Syrian Activist Shot Dead in London

Signs of Syrian war spreading to UK? Shooting in north-west London apparently targets prominent activist opposed to Assad.

Christians Struggle to Maintain Legacy versus ISIS

Decimated by 12 years of war in Iraq and Syria, Christians find refuge in Kurdistan and in a new militia.

PA Delegation Heads to Damascus as ISIS Claims Yarmouk Victory

PLO officials travel to Syrian capital to discuss unfolding humanitarian disaster in Yarmouk; ISIS claims its takeover of the camp complete.

Syria: Islamists Kidnap 300 Kurdish Civilians

Al-Nusra Front may be responsible for mass kidnapping in Idlib.

Prisoner Swap - Syrian Style

Jaish al-Mujahideen commander who accidently entered regime territory goes free in exchange for 10 children and 15 women from Shi'ite towns.

Report: ISIS Beheads Senior Hamas Operative in Syria

Sheikh Abu Salah Taha believed to be among scores of Palestinians executed in Yarmouk; image of severed head posted online.

Al Qaeda, Allies Advance on Key Syrian Military Base

Islamist rebels including Nusra Front launch attack on Mastuma base in Idlib one week after capturing provincial capital.

Assad Finally Losing His Grip on Syria?

Syrian regime suffering major losses, which experts say show its utter reliance on Iran and susceptibility to influence of its neighbors.

Expert: Pry Syria Away from Iran

Professor John Myhill of Haifa University says it's worth considering how a future Syria independent of Iran could align with Israel.

Israeli Soldier Charged with Espionage

An IDF corporal from Daliyat al-Karmel accused of passing on classified security information to spy for Syria.

Ashkenazi: Hamas, Hezbollah Can't Conquer Negev, Galilee

Former IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi said that despite the increased risk of terrorism, Israel is much safer today than it was in 1967.

Palestinians Repel ISIS in Syrian Refugee Camp

Palestinian and Syrian fighters were able Thursday to retake control of a large refugee camp in Damascus seized by ISIS.

Al-Qaeda-Backed Rebels Seize Syria-Jordan Border Crossing

Rebels backed by the Al-Nusra Front take the last border crossing with Jordan that had been under the control of the Damascus regime.

Syria's Quiet War on Imports

As its economy tanks dropping its GDP by 383% amid a bloody civil war, how has Assad's regime tried to stay afloat?

Canadian Lawmakers Vote to Expand Anti-ISIS Campaign

Motion to expand airstrikes against ISIS passes by a majority of 142 to 129, despite objections from opposition.

Syria: Damascus Shelled, Hamas Terrorist Killed

One dead and 30 wounded in souk attack on Damascus; separate incident kills Hamas terrorist in Yarmuk.

Mavi Marmara Terror Organizers Top Donations for Syria

Turkey's IHH, infamous for assault on IDF, pledges $100 million in largest donation at UN humanitarian aid event for Syrians.