Syria

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Syrian Army Kills More Than 170 Islamist Rebels

More than 170 Islamist rebel fighters killed in a Syrian army ambush near Damascus, the deadliest against the rebels for months.

Syrian Refugees May Pass Afghan Refugees, Says UN

Syrians could soon overtake Afghans as the world's biggest refugee population, predicts UN's refugee commissioner.

Head of Syrian Jihadist Group Gives Rivals an Ultimatum

Al-Nusra Front leader warns ISIS: Accept arbitration in five days or be expelled from Syria.

Norway Faces Danger from Syrian Jihadists

Norway’s intelligence agency says it fears an increased “terrorist threat” due to Norwegian nationals fighting in Syria.

Bin Laden's Associate Killed by Syrian Jihadists

Syrian rebel commander who fought alongside Al-Qaeda founder killed by members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS).

Syrian Kurds Capture Town from Islamists

Kurdish group captures Tal Brak after fighting jihadists from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

UN Security Council Adopts Resolution on Syria

Resolution demands that humanitarian aid convoys be allowed into famine-stricken cities throughout Syria. But will it be effective?

Syria Wants 100 More Days to Destroy Chemical Weapons

Syria submits a new 100-day plan for the removal of its chemical weapons, but the world is not impressed.

US Denies Reports of Another Chemical Weapons Attack in Syria

Alleged survivors of January attack turn to US for support; White House dismisses claims, says survivors 'can't get their story straight.'

Syrian Jihadists Tell Women: Cover Your Faces or Else

Islamist rebels in eastern Syria order women to put on the Islamic veil, warn against defying the order.

Iran Blames 'Agents of the Zionist Regime' for Beirut Bomb

Al-Qaeda affiliate claimed responsibility for Iranian cultural center bombing in Lebanon, but Iranian foreign ministry blames Jewish state.

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Rockets Hit Golan Heights Following Prime Minister's Visit

Two rockets hit central Golan Heights, not long after Netanyahu meets injured Syrians being treated in Israel.

EU Gives OPCW Money to Destroy Syria's Chemicals

EU signs over 12 million euros to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).

Kerry: Intransigent Assad to Blame for Breakdown of Talks

U.S. Sec. of State blames Syrian President Bashar al-Assad for the breakdown of talks between the regime and rebel groups.

Free Syrian Army Fires its Chief

Rebel Free Syrian Army dismisses Selim Idriss as its military chief, cites difficulties faced by the Syrian revolution".

Minister: British Nationals Who Trained in Syria a 'Concern'

British immigration minister James Brokenshire says individuals who trained and fought in Syria are "a big problem".

Syrian Regime Blames Israel, US for Failing Peace Talks

Assad regime's chief negotiator says Israel and America are to blame for floundering peace talks with rebels.

Syria: Car Bombing Kills Dozens in Another Bloody Day

At least 33 people killed in car bombing outside a mosque in a rebel-held village.

Report Claims Evidence of Organ Harvesting in Syria

Free Syrian Army tells Al-Arabiya that Assad's regime forces are harvesting prisoners' organs and selling them.

Rare Video: Dutch Soldier Trains Jihadists in Syria

Rare interview on Dutch TV shows former Dutch soldier who left to take part in Syria's jihad for 'noble causes.'

Horrific Accounts of Hunger as Homs Evacuation Ends

Homs evacuation sees 1,300 people transferred to safety; horrific accounts of hunger in the besieged city make headlines worldwide.

Iran: 'Enemies of Islam Conspiring Against Us'

Iranian speaker of parliament gives interview in Tunisian media claiming West, Israel 'conspiring' against Muslims.