Syria

'Iran's Front Lines are in Southern Lebanon'

Iranian official hails 'axis of power' of Hezbollah, Iraq, Syria in 'fight against Zionist enemy.'

Assad Urges Cooperation with Aid Organizations

Syrian President urges bodies tasked with providing relief to increase cooperation with international and local organizations.

Twenty-Five French Citizens Killed in Syrian Civil War

Foreign national problem mushrooming in France, officials say, after Jihadist recruiter busted transporting nationals to Aleppo.

Syria: Aleppo Airstrike Kills at Least 33

At least 33 people killed in an air strike on a market in a rebel-held district of Aleppo.

Scientific Analysis Confirms Use of Chlorine in Syria

Scientific analysis conducted for the Telegraph finds traces of chlorine and ammonia present at the site of three attacks in Syria.

Syrian President Bashar Assad Announces Presidential Campaign

As expected, Assad announces bid to run for third seven-year term in office. Analysts predict he will win.

Syria Insists Presidential Elections are 'Democratic'

As candidates begin to announce campaigns against Assad, Syria insists that upcoming elections will express the will of the people.

Destruction of Syria's Chemical Weapons Nearly Complete

Syria has nearly completed surrendering its chemical weapons stockpile, say UN and OPCW.

UN Calls for Investigation Into Syrian Chlorine Attack

United Nations Security Council calls for an investigation into reports of alleged chlorine gas use in some Syrian towns.

UN: Aid Missions to Syria Have Failed

Over nine million people in need of humanitarian relief in Syria, UN claims - and 'the worst days are yet to come.'

Another Massacre?

'Video Evidence' of Fresh Syrian Chemical Attack

Activists claim Assad regime killed over 100 in chemical attack in Idlib province; videos show victims and alleged chemical bombs.

White House to Supply Syrian Rebels with Anti-Aircraft Missiles?

Following footage of rebels using US-made anti-tank missiles, reports indicate US considering transferring 'game-changing' arms.

Syrian Airstrikes Close to Israeli Border

Assad's fighter jets hit rebel refugee camp in Quneitra on Golan Heights, close to crossing into Israel. IAF dispatches planes in response.

Fifth Canadian Reported Killed Fighting in Syrian Civil War

Syrian Army kills six foreign nationals in special army operation - including one Westerner. What does this mean for Canada?

Clashes Erupt Between Jordan, Syria

Jordanian air force destroys armored Syrian vehicles on its northern borders. Is the conflict spilling over?

First Documented Use of US Anti-Tank Weapons by Syrian Rebels

Experts say footage of BGM-71 TOW anti-tank rocket used by moderate rebel groups significant, but not a game-changer.

Assad: The War is Turning in Our Favor

Syria's President claims that the war that has torn his country apart for three years is turning in the government's favor.

New Chemical Weapons Attack Reported in Syria

Regime, rebels blame each other after both sides slam chemical weapons attack in Hama province.

Car Bombs Kill 25 in Syria's Homs

Two car bombs kill at least 25 people, including women and children, in a government-held neighborhood of Homs.

Assad: Civil War Will be Over by Year's End

Syrian President not worried about the war, tells former Russian PM that much of the fighting will be over by the end of the year.

Dutch Priest Shot Dead in Homs as 'War on Christians' Continues

Father Frans van der Lugt insisted on staying in Syria to help both Christians and Muslims in the war-torn country.

Gaza Style 'Work Accident' Kills 29 Syrian Rebels

At least 29 rebels die in Homs as a car bomb explodes while being primed for an attack.

Syrian Opposition Accuses Assad of Chemical Attack

Syrian opposition activists claim Assad’s forces used chemical weapons in the Jobar neighborhood of Damascus on Thursday.

'Moderate' Rebel Leader Says 'Al Qaeda is Not Our Problem'

Jamal Maarouf, seen by many in the west as the last hope for moderate Syrian rebels, says his group happy to fight alongside Al Qaeda.

Syria Death Toll Tops 150,000, Says Watchdog

Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says it documented the deaths of 150,344 people in the three-year-old civil war.

Watch: Syrian Opposition Member Advocates Peace with Israel

“It is in our interest today to engage in a peace process” with Israel, says Syrian opposition activist in televised interview.

Germany: Three Arrested in Syria-Linked Terrorism Bust

German authorities arrest three suspects on charges of being involved with Al Qaeda linked groups in Syria.

Syria Says Israel and Turkey Collaborating to Support Rebels

Syria's ambassador to the UN accuses the governments of Turkey and Israel of working together to support the rebels.

IDF Eliminates Terrorists Near Syrian Border

IDF soldiers shoot and hit two terrorists who tried to infiltrate into Israel in the Golan Heights.

Official: Obama May Provide Syrian Rebels with Manpads

Obama reportedly considering allowing shipments of new air defense systems to Syrian rebels through the Saudis.

Syrian Athlete Finds New Use for His Skills in Civil War

Watch: Syria's shot-put champion is now a member of the rebel Free Syrian Army and throws heavy bombs.

Peace Now Accused of Legitimizing 'Murderers and Rapists'

Far-left NGO slammed for taking part in anti-Israel parlay sponsored by some of the world's worst human rights violators.

Syrian Opposition Calls for 'Sophisticated Arms'

Arab League summit kicks off with rebel calls for anti-aircraft, other advanced weaponry; Arabs set to reject recognition of 'Jewish state'.

Two More of Assad's Cousins Reportedly Killed

Two more cousins of the Syrian President killed in a town near Turkey as rebels launch a new offensive.

Assad's Cousin Killed in Fighting with Rebels

Hilal Al-Assad, cousin of Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad, killed during fighting in the border town of Kasab in Latakia province.

Arab League Summit Backs Abbas's Stubbornness in Talks

Middle East Muslim countries declare refusal to recognize Israel as a Jewish state, as they grapple with regional conflicts.

Syria: Al Qaeda-Linked Group Shows off New British Recruits

Urging British Muslims to 'join the jihad' in Syria, ISIS spokesman dismisses western measures to prevent influx of foreign fighters.

Amid War, Assad Approves New Space Agency

Syria's cabinet decides to establish a "space agency", despite the ongoing civil war that has killed more than 140,000.

Syria Complains to the UN Against Israel

Syria demands that the UN "take measures" against Israel over IAF airstrikes.

Arutz Sheva Interview

How Has Bashar al-Assad Held On For So Long?

Expert on Syria reveals Assad's brutal secrets to staying in power so long despite civil war in exclusive interview.

Breaking News

Syria Claims Soldier Killed in Israeli Airstrike

Syrian army says IAF nighttime strike was 'desperate attempts endanger stability.'

Ya'alon Warns Assad Will 'Regret' Aiding Terror Against Israel

Defense minister pledges firm IDF action, after airstrike overnight hits Syrian army sites that aided explosives attack Tuesday.

IAF Strikes in Syria Following Border Incident

Several sites on the Syrian side of the Golan Heights attacked in retaliation for attack in which four soldiers were wounded.

Syrian Army Retakes Key Town of Yabroud

Syrian army troops have retaken the key town of Yabroud, opening up transport links in central Syria.

Watch: Discussion on Syria Turns into a Brawl on Jordanian TV

Two Jordanian commentators argue about the civil war in Syria, then fight when one of them calls Bashar Al-Assad names.

Syria: Jihadists Execute 22 People in Aleppo

Jihadists from the ISIS execute 22 people after taking control of a town in Aleppo province.

Syrian Regime Starving 'Palestinian Refugees', Says Amnesty

Syrian forces are committing war crimes in the Yarmouk camp, says Amnesty International in new report.

Hezbollah Suffers Severe Losses in Syria

120 Hezbollah fighters reported dead in the last several weeks of fighting over rebel-held town Yabroud.

Syrian Rebels Release Nuns Kidnapped in December

A group of nuns who were kidnapped by rebels released in exchange for women prisoners who were held in regime jails.

Breaking News

Syrian Warplanes Approach Border; IAF Deployed

No contact between two air forces, but it was a close call.

Syria to Miss Yet Another Deadline in Chemical Weapons Operation

Sources at the OPCW predict that Damascus will miss March 15 deadline to destroy 12 declared production facilities.

Official: March 'Critical' for Syria Chemical Operation

March will be a "critical" month for the operation to remove Syria's chemical weapons, says UN official tasked with overseeing the mission.

Damascus Accuses Israel of Collaborating with Syrian Rebels

Syria accuses 'Zionist enemy' of 'violating' a 1974 ceasefire after Israel foiled a terror attack in the Golan Heights.

IDF Kills 2 Hezbollah Terrorists Planting Bomb on Syrian Border

Soldiers clash with terrorists who tried blowing up border fence on Golan Heights.

Syria Claims: Israel Sending Fighters to Help Rebels

Assad's adviser claims that Israel is sending fighters and officers to help the rebels fighting to oust Assad.

Libya: Mustard Gas Nearly Reached Syrian Rebels

Libyan Islamists caught as they tried to send deadly chemical weapons to Syrian terrorists.

Syrian Jihadists Take Amputation to Social Media

ISIS rebels amputate the arm of a thief and live-tweet it for the world to see.

Rockets Land in Mount Hermon; None Injured

Attack may have been accidental spillover from Syria - or Hezbollah attack in 'retaliation' for IAF air strike. IDF investigation continues.

UN: Syria War 'Shameful Indictment' of World

UN's Ban condemns global inaction, as new US human rights report notes Syria as world's leading offender.

NATO, Russia in Talks on Syria Chemical Arms Mission

Despite tensions over Ukraine, NATO and Russia are discussing a joint mission to protect a U.S. ship that will destroy Syria's chemicals.