Syria

Susan Rice Hints U.S. Providing Weapons to Syrian Rebels

Obama’s National Security Adviser says that the United States is providing "lethal aid" to the moderate Syrian rebels.

Nasrallah: Any Solution in Syria Must Include Assad

Head of Hezbollah says that Assad's re-election proves that any solution to the country's conflict "begins and ends" with him.

Chlorine Gas Attacks in Syria? Investigations 'Inconclusive'

Paris backpedals on statements accusing Syrian regime of using chlorine gas after lab tests prove nothing.

Toulouse Terrorist's Sister 'Disappears'

Souad Merah, sister of Mohammed who attacked Jewish school and herself a 'potential terrorist,' likely joined Syria jihadists.

G7 Agrees to Join Forces Against Returning Jihadists

G7 summit vows to cooperate and learn lessons from Brussels shooting, faced with threat of more attacks by Syria jihadists.

Iron Dome Gets Its Golan Debut

The Iron Dome anti-rocket was used for the first time on the Golan Heights Wednesday night.

Assad Wins Third Term

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was 'reelected' Wednesday - winning a third term by a very wide margin/

Syrian 'Elections' Begin

No one has any doubt that Syrian President Bashar Assad will win a third term. 'It's a coronation of Assad,' says an expert.

Activists Read the Names of Syria Victims

Activists begin reading the names of 100,000 people killed in Syria outside UN headquarters, hoping it will become a global protest.

Analysts Debate Long-Term Effects of Islamists in Europe

Politicians, security experts weigh if the EU severely underestimated the risks Islamist pose to the West, compare Belgium attack to 9/11.

Syria: Jihadist Rebels Kill 102-Year-Old

Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant kills a 102-year-old Alawite and his entire family.

State Department Confirms U.S. Citizen Carried Out Syria Attack

The United States confirms it believes an American citizen carried out a suicide bombing within Syria.

Barrel Bombs Have Killed Nearly 2,000 in Syria's Aleppo

Monitoring group says five months of air raids on Aleppo have killed nearly 2,000 civilians, more than a quarter of them children.

UN Mulling Resolution on Humanitarian Aid to Syria

UN Security Council considering resolution to authorize cross-border aid deliveries into Syria at four points without government consent.

American Citizen May Have Carried Out Syria Suicide Bombing

U.S. officials believe an American citizen carried out a suicide bombing in Syria on behalf of an Al-Qaeda-linked group.

Syria Expels Jordanian Diplomat in Tit-for-Tat Move

Syria responds to Jordan’s expelling of its ambassador by expelling a Jordanian diplomat from Damascus.

Jordan Dumps Syrian Ambassador to Amman

Jordan expelled Syria's ambassador to the country for fomenting dissent against the Kingdom on social media.

Syria: More Than 30 Dead in Mortar Attack on Assad Rally

At least 39 people killed in a mortar bomb attack on an election campaign tent packed with supporters of President Bashar Al-Assad.

'If Syria Crosses the Golan Heights Border, Assad will Fall'

IAF officials reassure the public: despite budget cuts, Israel can handle any threat - especially in the North.

Russia and China Condemned for Latest Syria Veto

Russia and China's latest veto of a UN resolution on Syria is a "callous political move", says Amnesty International.

UK: Woman Arrested for Smuggling Money to Syria Cries 'Racism'

Nawal Massad, charged with smuggling thousands of dollars to Syrian rebels, says she was arrested because of her ethnicity and religion.

Syria Death Toll Tops 160,000 and Counting

The death toll in Syria’s three-year conflict has exceeded 160,000 and no end is in sight, says an activist group.

Watch: Dozens of Missiles Rain Down on Syrian City

Activist in Nawa, near border with Israel, captures terrifying moment regime forces rain down missiles on the city.

Kerry: 'Raw Data' Suggests Syria Used Chlorine Gas

U.S. Secretary of State says he has seen “raw data” indicating that the Syrian government has used chlorine gas in a “number of instances”.

'Jihad is as Canadian as Maple Syrup'

A Canadian who joined the fighting in Syria taunts Canada's government, says number of Canadian jihadists is growing.

Syria Denies Using Chlorine Gas Against Civilians

"Chlorine gas has never been used by the government," claims Syria’s Deputy Foreign Minister in an interview.

Israeli-Arab Indicted For Fighting in Syrian Jihad

Arab citizen of Israel arrested after being trained in Syria and fighting for a terrorist group so brutal it was kicked out of Al Qaeda.

France: Too Bad Obama Didn't Strike in Syria

France's Foreign Minister says the Syrian regime is believed to have used chemical weapons 14 times since late 2013.

Iran Threatens to Mobilize 130,000 Troops in Syria

Revolutionary Guard leader makes revealing statement on Iranian control in Syria, says Assad acting as Iran's 'deputy'.

Syrian Jihadists Ban Mannequins in Shops

Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant bans mannequins in shops in its stronghold of Raqa.

Syria: Presidential Campaign Starts as Civil War Rages

Campaigning begins for Syria's June 3 presidential election, in which Assad will face two opponents.

Kerry Supports Syrian Opposition, Mum on Request for Arms

Secretary of State John Kerry meets with Syrian opposition chief in Washington, but makes no mention of the rebels' plea for heavy weapons.

Watch: Jordanian Commentators Demolish Studio

Two Jordanian commentators got into a heated television debate about the Syrian civil war and proceeded to tear down the studio.

Syrian Opposition Head: We Need Weapons to Beat Assad

During a visit to Washington, Syrian opposition leader says rebels need "efficient weapons" to deal with Assad.

Rebel Strongpoint in Syria Surrenders to Assad

Homs, flashpoint for clashes, reverts to Assad's control - in exchange for the release of terrorists.

Lebanon Deports 'Palestinian Refugees' Back to Syria

41 refuge seekers sent back to Syrian war zone, in what the UNRWA criticizes as a breach of human rights.

Syria: 74 Jihadists Killed in Inter-rebel Fighting

Fighting continues among rivals Al-Nusra Front and the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

Assad to Face Two Candidates in Election

Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad will face two other candidates in June presidential election. 21 other candidates deemed ineligible.

'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.