Syria

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.

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.