Syria

U.S. Accuses Al-Nusra of Kidnapping UN Peacekeepers

The United States accuses the Al-Qaeda-affiliate Al-Nusra Front of detaining 43 members of the UN peacekeeping force in the Golan Heights.

IDF Expects Syria to Attack Rebels Near Golan Crossing Tonight

Israel reinforcing on Golan Heights as UN 'strongly condemns' capture of 43 of its peacekeepers by rebel 'terrorist groups.'

Syrian Jets Hit Rebels Close to the Israeli Border

Syrian jets shell rebel positions near the border with Israel, hours after mortars from Syria hit Israel.

Report: Second American Killed Fighting for IS in Syria

Obama administration investigating reports that a second American was killed over the weekend while fighting alongside Islamist State.

UN Calls for 'Restraint' Following Mortar Fire in Golan

UN spokesman calls on Syria and the IDF to exercise restraint after mortar shells from Syria hit Israel.

Mortar Shells Continue to Pound Golan Heights

As reports suggest Al Qaeda-linked rebel forces captured Syrian side of Israel crossing, shelling of Golan continues.

Tank Shell From Syria Wounds One in Golan

Fighting from Syria continues to spill over into Israel, as Al Qaeda-linked rebels capture Syrian side of border crossing to Israel.

American Fighting for IS Killed in Syria

Douglas McCain, 33, killed while fighting in Syria for the Islamic State.

Obama Authorizes Islamic State Recon Flights in Syria

US makes apparent prelude move to airstrikes, but has no intention of getting Assad's permission to operate in Syria.

Islamic State Setting a Dangerous Trend, Expert Warns

IS is a relatively weak organization, says Israeli defense expert - but the precedent it sets for global jihad and brutality is lethal.

U.S. Preparing Options Against IS in Syria

Officials in Washington say the United States is preparing military options to pressure IS in Syria.

Syria: 'Moderate' Rebels Scoff at US Threats Against ISIS

Obama Administration's threats against Islamic State in Syria a mere 'tickle' to the terrorist group, Free Syrian Army spokesman says.

'Islamic State' Captures Major Syrian Airbase

Last regime outpost in northern Syria falls to jihadis, including MiG jets; IS now controls roughly one third of northern, eastern Syria.

Abducted American Journalist Released from Syria

Peter Theo Curtis released after two years by yet unnamed terror group, mere days after brutal execution of James Foley.

White House 'Ready to Take Action' Against IS in Syria

White House says there is serious consideration of military strikes against IS in Syria, as has already been done in Iraq.

Five Rockets from Syria Hit Golan Heights

Five rockets fired from Syria explode near communities in the Golan Heights. No injuries but a power outage was reported in the area.

Double Standard? Syria Death Toll 100 Times Higher Than Gaza

Outgoing UN rights chief slams her org. for 'paralysis' on Syria as death toll edges towards 200,000; Ban warns UN losing credibility.

U.S. Reveals Failed Attempt to Rescue ISIS Hostages in Syria

Department of Defense admits Washington attempted to rescue American journalist James Foley and others in Syria.

Obama: Syria's Chemical Stockpile Has Been Eliminated

U.S. President announces that Syria's declared chemical weapons stockpile has been eliminated, says it's "an important achievement".

Interview: Fifty Years Since the Death of Heroic Spy Eli Cohen

Nadia Cohen, widow of legendary Israeli spy, speaks to Arutz Sheva on grief - and on the state's failures to locate her husband's body.

Three Quarters of Syria's Chemicals Destroyed

Three quarters of Syria’s chemical stockpile has been destroyed, says Organization for the Prevention of Chemical Weapons.

UN Chemical Experts to Return to Syria Next Month

A team of chemical weapons experts will travel to Syria next month to follow up on Damascus' pledge to hand over its arsenal.

Syrian Man Arrested in Belgium Over Terror Links

Man found in possession of videos showing killings by jihadis, suspected of links to Al Qaeda.

US Closes Libya Embassy, Hundreds Dead in Syria

Arab world murder and mayhem continue to rage - not in Gaza, but in Libya, Syria and Iraq

Norway Takes Security Precautions After Jihadi Terror Threat

Norwegian intelligence say they were informed of 'terror attack' by jihadists returning from Syria.

Rocket Fired from Syria Lands in Syrian Territory

Sirens sound on the Israeli side of the Golan Heights, but no rockets hit Israeli territory.

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'Twelve Killed' in Israeli Strike on Syrian Targets

IAF responds to Monday's rockets against northern Israel by striking targets in Quneitra; Syrian NGO says 12 were killed.

ISIS Issues a 'Passport' for its 'Caliphate'

After declaring areas captured in Syria and Iraq a caliphate, Jihadist group issues passport, threatening those who harm its holders.

ISIS Seizes Another Syrian Oil Field

ISIS jihadists continue to advance towards Turkish border, seize an eastern Syrian oil field near Iraq.

Britain's Secret Plan to Arm Syrian Rebels Revealed

The United Kingdom drew up plans to train and equip a 100,000-strong Syrian rebel army, but the initiative was ultimately deemed too risky.

ISIS Captures Largest Oil Field in Syria

Islamist group adds to its resources, seizing oil field and consolidating its hold in the Euphrates corridor from Iraq into Syria.

Syrian Chemical Weapons Loaded onto American Ship

Syrian chemical weapons loaded onto a the MV Cape Ray, a day after it arrived in the southern Italian port of Gioia Tauro.

U.S. to Increase Security at Overseas Airports

Homeland Security increasing security measures at airports overseas amid deepening concerns over Syrian terrorists.

Lebanon is Denying Entry to 'Palestinians' Fleeing Syria

Amnesty International report reveals leaked document telling airlines not to fly in refugees.

ISIS Captures Key Syrian Border Town

ISIS seizes control of the Syrian border town of Albu Kamal after a fierce three-day battle with other rebel groups.

ISIS Parades Scud Missile 'Heading Towards Israel'

ISIS parades Scud missile and tanks in Syria transferred from Iraq, as ISIS member threatens missile 'heading towards Israel.'

U.S. Worried About Syria Threat to Commercial Flights

Washington seeking changes to security at airports over concern that Syrian terrorists might smuggle bombs onto planes.

Obama Concerned European Jihadis Could Attack the US

US President says scores of European citizens fighting abroad could use passports to enter US without a visa to carry out attacks.

Special CIA Unit Sent to UK to Investigate British Islamists

Washington takes concerns over Islamism in Britain into its own hands, concerned that ISIS influence can spread to the West.

Syria Spillover?

Israeli Firefighters Come Under Fire From Syria

Firefighters responding to a call on the Golan Heights were shot at by 'someone' on the Syrian side of the border.

ISIS Crucifies One of Its Own in Syria

The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant executes and crucifies one of its own men for corruption.

Obama Seeks $500 Million to Equip Syrian Rebels

In its annual request for overseas funding, the Obama administration has proposed a program to train and equip moderate rebels.

UN Condemns Syrian Fighting in the Golan Heights

Security Council says fighting between Syrian government and opposition fighters in the Golan Heights could escalate tensions with Israel.

Report: Syrian Forces Bomb Sunni Targets in Iraq

Another act of Syrian aggression? Warplanes with Syrian flags seen bombing ISIS-controlled towns in Iraq; Damascus denies it.

State Department: Israel Has the Right to Defend Itself

Deputy State Department spokeswoman says U.S. supports Israel’s "right to self-defense" in the wake of Israel's airstrikes in Syria.

Ya'alon Visits Family of Teen Murdered in Syrian Regime Attack

Defense minister at home of murdered Israeli Arab teen says he 'went for day of fun with his father and didn't return. The heart grieves.'

Liberman Blames Assad's Forces for Golan Heights Explosion

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman says attack was deliberate, 'clearly from Syrian authorities.'

Syria Ships Out Last Declared Chemical Stockpile

OPCW says the final stockpile of Syria's chemical weapons has been shipped out of the country.

Netanyahu Thanks ISA, IDF For Security Efforts

Prime Minister reassures public on Israel's safety, addressing Syria skirmishes, Mizrahi shooter arrest, and Operation Brothers' Keeper.

Rights Group: Ten Syrian Soldiers Killed in IAF Airstrikes

Retaliatory measures for explosion in Golan Heights leave rights groups, Damascus grumbling about IDF response to the spillover.

Ya'alon Vows 'Harsh' Response to Attacks from Syria

Defense minister levels responsibility on Assad for lethal Golan Heights attack, as IDF source notes focus on search for teens.

Syria Asks UN to Take Action Against Israel

Syria’s Deputy Foreign Minister claims Israel is violating the 1974 Golan Heights ceasefire and is collaborating with "terrorists".

IAF Strikes in Syria in Retaliation for Border Explosion

IAF hits nine targets belonging to the Syrian army in the Golan Heights, a response to an explosion on that killed a teenager.

Watch: IDF Camera Catches Syrian Blitz of Rebel-Held City

Terrifying footage already released shows moment dozens of rockets slammed indiscriminately into a civilian area.

Inspectors Say Chlorine Gas Was Likely Used in Syria

Chemical weapons inspectors say they found information suggesting that chlorine gas had been used in Syria.

Syria: At Least 31 Dead in Latest 'Barrel Bomb' Attack on Aleppo

Syrian government helicopters drop barrel bombs on Aleppo, killing at least 31 people including several children.

Obama Supports Training for Syrian Opposition, Says Official

Obama's nominee as Qatar ambassador: the administration supports plan to provide military training to moderate Syrian opposition.

Not 'Land for Peace,' But 'Land for Terror'

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon slams 'delusions' about land for peace, negotiating with Hamas in Herzliya conference speech.

Assad Announces Amnesty for 'Terrorist' Prisoners

Syria's President announces amnesty for those accused under the country's anti-terrorism law - meaning those opposed to his regime.

IDF Chief: Hezbollah Stronger than Most Countries in the Region

Chief of Staff outlines security issues: Russia arming Assad weekly, Hezbollah massive threat to Israel, Iran can be stopped by force.