Syria

Assad Considering UN Proposal for Ceasefire in Aleppo

Syrian President describes a UN proposal for a ceasefire in former commercial hub as "worth studying".

5 Nuclear Engineers Killed in Syria

Five nuclear engineers, including one Iranian, killed north of Damascus near the research center where they worked.

Syrian Jihadists Capture Key Town Near Golan Heights

Syrian insurgents, including fighters from Al-Nusra Front, seize a key city and other areas of Deraa province.

Jihadists Using Cruise Ships to Reach Syria, Warns Interpol

Interpol says jihadists have been travelling on cruise ships to reach Middle East, recommends passenger lists be checked.

Syrian FM Says Russia to Deliver Advanced S300 Missiles

Despite previous shipments being cancelled, Syrian foreign minister confident Russia will deliver advanced weapons.

Syrian State Media Launches New Hebrew Website

Syria's official SANA news agency wants to 'clarify Syria's image' to Hebrew-speakers, says secretary general.

100 ISIS Fighters Killed in Three Days as Kobane Battle Rages

Kurdish forces continue to fend off jihadi advance, as US airstrikes continue despite fears they are aiding the regime.

IDF Comes Under Fire Along Syrian Border

IDF routine patrol is targeted by gunfire from Syria, where rebels have taken control.

Iran Says Turkey is Prolonging the Syrian Civil War

Iran says Turkey is prolonging the three-year conflict in Syria by insisting on Assad's overthrow.

Syrian Rebels Launch Major Assault on Idlib

Syrian rebels, led by the Al-Nusra Front, launched assault on the government-held city of Idlib.

Gunman in Ottawa Attack Planned to Leave for Syria

Gunman who carried out shooting attack in the Canadian capital recently applied for a passport, says RCMP Commissioner.

US-Led Air Campaign Against ISIS Kills More than 550 Jihadis

Most of those killed belong to ISIS, with Al Qaeda's Nusra Front also taking a hit.

Syria Bombs Islamic State 'Air Force'

Syrian minister of information confirms ISIS training on captured jets, but claims Assad's forces have downed most of them.

Three Denver Teen Girls Nabbed Joining ISIS 'For Islam'

Long arm of ISIS proven yet again, as three US girls caught in Frankfurt on way to join jihad in Syria.

Woman Stoned to Death by Her Own Father in ISIS Territory

Latest evidence of ISIS atrocities emerge as woman stoned for adultery; heartbreaking scenes as father refuses to forgive her.

Report: US Airstrikes in Syria 'Kill 10 Civilians'

Double standard? US claims charges of civilian deaths in Syria are unfounded, claims avoiding deaths 'not done in the history of warfare.'

Three Toronto Teenagers Attempt to Join ISIS

Teenage girls and aspiring 'terror brides' apprehended in Istanbul; officials praise parents' alerting authorities in time.

Syria Tunnel Blast Proves Hezbollah Terror Tunnel Threat

Rebels obliterate army post and 60 soldiers using UN equipment and digging in rocky terrain - similar to that of Israel-Lebanese border.

'Hundreds' of ISIS Terrorists Killed as Kurds Take Back Kobane

Kurdish forces in Kobane say they have pushed Islamic State fighters out of most of the city, as US airstrikes intensify.

Syrian Lawmaker Assassinated in Restive Hama

Syrian lawmaker Waris al-Younnes gunned down while travelling on a road in the Hama province.

Turkey to Train 4,000 Moderate Syrian Rebels

Turkey will let coalition forces use its bases for operations against ISIS, and will also train moderate Syrian rebels after screening them.

Son of Eliminated Hezbollah Leader Follows in Father's Footsteps

Jihad Mughniyeh, son of Imad Mughniyeh who was eliminated in 2008, reportedly heads Hezbollah's Golan Heights operations.

Jewish Girl From France Joins ISIS in Syria

One hundred girls and young women leaving to fight and reproduce for jihad in recent weeks, as part of a trend sweeping Europe.

Syria Declares Four More Chemical Facilities

Syria declares four chemical weapons facilities it had not mentioned before, raising concerns among the West.

Watch: Turkish Police Fire Teargas at BBC Crew

TV crew sent scrambling for cover while filming clashes with Kurdish protesters - when police fired directly at their car.

Watch: Raw Footage of Fierce Street-Battles Between ISIS, Kurds

Islamic State terrorists have broken through Kurdish defenses into Kobane - but footage shows they are facing fierce resistance.

Turkish PM: Attack ISIS, but Also Remove Assad

Ahmet Davutoglu says his country is prepared to send ground forces to help eradicate ISIS, as long as the removal of Assad is guaranteed.

Female Kurdish Suicide Bomber Attacks ISIS in Syria

First attack of its kind sees Kurds use jihadis' own tactics against them in desperate attempt to save Kobane from Islamic State attack.

5 Hezbollah Men Killed in Clashes Along Syrian Border

Hezbollah says at least five of its fighters were killed in clashes in the Syria-Lebanon border area.

Peace Now Head: Golan Withdrawal Still a Good Idea

What if Israel had surrendered the Golan? Had that happened, says Yariv Oppenheimer, Syria might not have had a civil war.

US Marine Becomes First American Casualty of ISIS Campaign

Jordan Spears declared 'lost at sea' after his Osprey aircraft lost control over Persian Gulf.

Panetta Criticizes Obama Over Failure to Act in Syria

In new book, former defense chief criticizes Obama's backtracking on action in Syria over its use of chemical weapons.

Explosion Near IDF Forces on Syria Border

None injured in blast near Golan Heights as IDF determines whether it was a deliberate attack.

Watch: ISIS Fighters Vow 'Revenge' Against the US for Airstrikes

Islamic State posts clips of terrorists promising to fight on as US-led airstrikes keep coming; 'This will spell their annihilation.'

Twin Car Bombs Kill 18 in Syria's Homs

Twin car bomb explosions in an Alawite neighborhood kill at least 18 people, mostly children.

Double Standard? US Excuses Civilian Casualties in IS Airstrikes

Following reports of civilian casualties from US drone strike in Syria, White House states that "near certainty" policy no longer applies.

'People are Scared': Rise in Private Gun Ownership in North

Defense Ministry cuts patrols in communities near Lebanon and Syrian - prompting residents to take matters in their own hands.

Islamic State Releases 70 Kidnapped Kurdish Children

The “Islamic State” has freed more than 70 Kurdish school children its fighters kidnapped in northern Syria in May.

Pentagon: No Evidence Civilians Were Killed in Airstrikes

The Pentagon says there is no evidence of any civilian casualties from airstrikes targeting Islamist terrorists in Syria.

Syrian FM: Help Us FIght Islamists

At the UN General Assembly Monday, Syria's Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem appealed to the world to fight back against the Islamic State.

Double Standards?

US Airstrikes Hitting Syrian Civilians Hard

After slamming Israel for bombing Hamas, US strikes make Syrian fuel prices skyrocket; group says strike on civilians may be 'war crime.'

Head of Al-Nusra Front Warns West: You Will Pay

Head of Al-Nusra Front says airstrikes will not defeat Islamists in Syria, warns against retaliatory attacks against Western countries.

Mavi Marmara 'Peace Activist' Killed in US Airstrike

Turkish IHH activist who took part in infamous Gaza flotilla killed in Syria airstrike; reports say he was fighting with Al Qaeda.

Watch: Fresh US Airstrikes on ISIS in Syria

Anti-Islamic State coalition continues to pound Islamist targets - but Kurds still say it's not enough to push back IS advance.

Al-Nusra Front Threatens Western Countries

Al-Qaeda-linked Syrian rebel group denounces airstrikes on Syria, threatens to retaliate against Western and Arab countries.

US Syria Airstrikes 'Ineffective' Against ISIS

Kurdish forces say US bombing 'empty buildings', failing to slow Islamic State advance on Kobane.

U.S. Airstrikes Kill Head of Al-Qaeda Splinter Group in Syria

Head of the Al-Qaeda splinter group Khorasan killed by an airstrike in Syria, according to an official in Washington.

Syrian Foreign Minister: We Welcome Airstrikes on IS

Syria's Walid Muallem says his country would welcome foreign airstrikes, as long as they only target terrorist groups such as IS.

Rouhani: Airstrikes Against IS in Syria Are Illegal

Iran’s President says airstrikes by the U.S. and a group of allies against Islamic State (IS) targets in Syria are illegal.

Watch: Footage of US Airstrikes Against ISIS in Syria Released

First footage emerges of American aircraft striking Islamic State targets, killing 120 terrorists; Arab states also involved in raids.

Israeli Arab Convicted After Returning from ISIS Training

23-year-old from Umm al-Fahm becomes first Israeli citizen joining ISIS fighting in Syria to return to Israel, threatening security.

IAF Shoots Down Syrian Fighter Jet Near Golan

Patriot missile downs rogue aircraft; wreckage hits Syrian side. Reports vary: aircraft was a MiG-21 or a Sukhoi-24.

U.S. Begins Airstrikes Against IS in Syria

Pentagon spokesman says American airstrikes against IS targets are under way in Syria, provides no further details.

Kerry: Assad Will be Held to Account for Using Chlorine

Secretary of State John warns Assad's regime it would be held to account for using chlorine gas against civilians.

Kurds Issue Dramatic Call to Arms as Fresh ISIS Massacre Looms

Kurds warn of 'genocide operation', calls youth to defend embattled border town as Islamic State tries to cement control of Turkish border.

One of Oldest Known Synagogues Seized by ISIS in Syria

Jihadists looting ancient archaeological sites, including 244 BCE synagogue; officials warn 5,000 years of history being erased.

Islamic State Conquering Syria's Turkish Border

Thousands of Kurds flee to border as ISIS takes 21 border towns; Turkey initially doesn't let them in - same night 21 wounded Gazans let in.

Filipino UN Peacekeepers Flee Golan Heights Early

As Syrian rebels conquer Syrian side of Golan and in wake of recent abduction, Philippines pulls out forces a month early.

Kerry: Assad Violated Chemical Weapons Treaty

Secretary of State says there is evidence that Syrian President is using chlorine gas “in violation” of a global chemical weapons treaty.

Senate Approves Obama's Plan to Train and Arm Syrian Rebels

U.S. Senate approves plan to train and arm Syrian rebel groups to fight the “Islamic State”, a day after the House passed the measure.