Syria

Islamist 'Serial Butcher' Assassinated

Elite Chechen security forces assassinate radical Islamist who killed and beheaded hundreds of men loyal to the Assad regime in Syria.

'Terror Tunnel' Discovered - This Time in Damascus

Similarities between tunnel used by Syrian rebels and recently discovered Hamas tunnel from Gaza may not be a coincidence.

Assad: 'I Should Have Received the Nobel Peace Prize'

Lebanese newspaper also quotes Syrian President telling palace guests he didn't need chemical weapons to "shut Israel up."

Syria Chemical Weapons Team Requests Truce

Nobel prize-winning team dismantling Assad's chemical weapons arsenal says it can't do its job while fighting continues.

Key Syrian Rebel Group Turns Down Peace Talks

Syrian National Council says it won't attend peace talks in Geneva because the world has "left the murderer unpunished."

Lieberman: Israel Won't Give Up One Inch of the Golan

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says that as long as his party is in the government, Israel won't concede any part of the Golan Heights to Syria.

Two Car Bombs Explode in Damascus

Two car bombs exploded near Syria’s state television headquarters in central Damascus.

Syria: 50 Killed as Rebels Fight Each Other

Almost 50 rebel fighters have been killed in three days of skirmishes between jihadists and mainstream rebels in Aleppo.

American Scientists Warn Against Loose Missiles in Syria

Syria's anti-aircraft missiles could imperil civil aviation if they fall into the hands of terror groups, warns American scientists group.

Nobel Peace Prize for Chemical Weapons Dismantlers

Chemical watchdog OPCW won for their "extensive work to eliminate chemical weapons."

Security Council Backs Ban's Plan for Syria

The UN Security Council backs a plan by UN leader Ban Ki-moon for a mission to destroy Syria's chemical weapons.

Hezbollah Fighters Execute Injured Syrian Civilians

In an unabashed scene of barbarity Hezbollah fighters film themselves celebrating as they execute a group of injured Syrian civilians.

Syria: Scores Killed as Army Attacks Rebels South of Damascus

Scores of Syrian rebels and army forces were killed in fierce fighting south of Damascus.

Syria: Army of Islam Continues to Expand

An additional combat unit joins forces with the "Army of Islam," comprised of over 50 combat units, to become a major force against Assad.

Erdogan: 'Syria's Assad is a Terrorist, Not a Politician'

One who "killed 110K of his people is a terrorist," Turkish PM Erdogan said after Assad warned Turkey would pay for involvement in Syria war

Assad Places War Jets in Iran for Safety

German intelligence agents say Syrian jets are parked in Iran; Iran sent elite troops to support Assad’s forces.

Syria: 'Excellent Start On Chemical Disarmament'

"It was an excellent first day, with stress on the word 'first'," said a Damascus official of Syria's chemical disarmament.

US & Russia Call For November Syria Peace Conference

Both countries urge a UN conference to seek the formation of a transitional government in the war-torn country.

Campaign to Eliminate Syria's Chemical Arsenal Begins

Warheads, aerial bombs and chemical mixing equipment destroyed as campaign to eliminate Syria's chemical weapons begins.

UN International Conference on Syria is a Pipe-dream

Assad: I've Made Mistakes

Syrian President admits that he has made “mistakes”, but continues to refuse to talk to the "terrorist" rebels.

White House: Sanctions Are Affected by Shutdown

U.S. efforts to pressure Iran, Syria and others are inhibited by the government shutdown, says White House press secretary.

Assad: If People Object, I Won't Run for Re-election

During a TV interview, the Syrian President seems indecisive about upcoming elections and will depend on the call from the Syrian people.

UN Inspectors Report 'Encouraging Progess' in Syria

A team of chemical weapons experts has reported it has made “encouraging initial progress” towards removing Syria’s chemical arsenal.

Syria: Rebels Seize Hundreds of Tanks

Rebel forces in Syria claim they have taken control of 300 Syrian at an army base West of Damascus.

Syria: Weapons Team Officially Starts Work

Six weeks after hundreds die in sarin gas attack, UN team begins dismantling Syria's chemical weapons stock.

Syria: Rebels Down Drone as Regime Casualties Mount

Rebels parade unmanned drone shot down near Damascus; regime forces under strain.

Syrian General: Assad Sent Chemical Weapons to Hezbollah

Defected Syrian Brigadier General Zaher al-Sakat says Assad has no real intention of handing over his chemical weapons.

Syria Death Toll Tops 115,000

At least 115,206 people have been killed in Syria's devastating 30-month conflict, says a human rights group.

Assad Regime Commits 'War Crimes' Even Without Chemical Weapons

Report by Human Rights Watch shows how the Assad regime continues to inflict massive civilian casualties, even without chemical weapons.

UN Team Begins Syria Disarmament Mission

As UN experts leave Damascus, a team of 20 inspectors plan to destroy Syria's stockpile of chemical weapons.

Syrian Jihadists: Insult Muhammad and be Executed

Jihadist rebel groups warn citizens in Aleppo against “hurting the dignity” of the prophet Muhammad.

Syrian FM: We Intend to 'Reclaim' the Golan

Despite the war, for Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem, there is only one problem of Syria's fit to be discussed at the UN – Israel.

Assad: We'll Adhere to the UN Resolution

Syria will adhere to United Nations accords on its chemical weapons, President Bashar Al-Assad tells an Italian television channel.

‘Army of Islam’ Coalition Established in Syria

Forty-three Islamist groups unite to create Army of Islam as battle for Syria continues.

Syria Rejects Possibility that Assad will Step Down

President Bashar Al-Assad's future is "not up for discussion," Syrian Foreign Minister declares.

Syria: UN Investigating Seven More Chemical Attacks

UN inspectors expand their investigation to include alleged incident both before and after August 21 attack on Damascus suburbs.

Defense Minister says Assad Must Go

Moshe Yaalon says the lack of a moderate alternative, has prevented Israel from openly pressing for regime change in Syria.

US, Russian Experts: 9 Months to Destroy Syrian Weapons

According to the appraisal, most of chemical materials in Syria's possession are not ready for use, which could facilitate their disposal.

Chemical Weapons Inspectors Return to Syria

UN chemical weapons inspectors to probe three cases of suspected chemical weapons use.

Nasrallah Denies Receiving Chemical Weapons from Syria

Hezbollah leader denies claims that his group had received chemical weapons from Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad.

Syria: Al Qaeda Commander Killed as Rebel Infighting Rages On

Rival Al Qaeda factions battle for control of northern city as internecine fighting escalated in northern and eastern Syria.

Syria Meets Deadline, Hands in Data on Chemical Arsenal

Syria hands over complete data on its chemical arsenal, meeting a Saturday deadline to avert military strikes

Germany Admits Exporting Chemicals to Syria

Germany says it exported 111 tons of chemicals to Syria between 2002 and 2006 that could be used in the production of sarin gas.

UN Inspectors to Return to Syria

United Nations investigators are planning to return to Syria to follow up on more allegations of chemical weapons use.

Assad Smuggling Weapons Through Tunnels to Hizbullah

A Saudi paper has reported the Syrian President is smuggling chemical weapons to Hizbullah using underground tunnels.

Report: Seven Hezbollah Fighters Killed in Syria

Arab media outlets publish picture of men, killed fighting Syrian rebels.

Lapid on Syria and Iran: Words Are Not Enough

In the Middle East, "you have to have sticks with the carrots," Finance Minister tells CNN.

UN Powers Begin Talks on Syria Resolution

Diplomats launch talks on a resolution that would demand the destruction of Syria's chemical arsenal.

Report: Israeli Arab Killed in Syria Fighting

An Israeli Arab who was said to be fighting on the side of the rebels in Syria was killed, it was reported Tuesday.

Deadly Bomb at Turkish-Syrian Border

At least one person was killed Tuesday when a large bomb went off on the Syrian side of the country's border with Turkey.

China: 'UN Report on Syria Not Impartial'

Despite a UN report indicating the Syrian regime was behind a deadly sarin gas attack China says it is not ready to accept the findings.

U.S., UK and France to Boost Aid for Syrian Rebels

The U.S., UK and France have agreed to bolster Syrian rebels by providing them with more aid.

UN Envoys: No Doubt that Assad is Behind Chemical Attack

Ambassadors to the United Nations call to hold Syrian President accountable for the chemical attack on August 21.

Yaalon: Credible Military Threat Brings Diplomatic Solutions

The deal over Syria's chemical weapons proves that a credible threat of force can bring diplomatic solutions, says Defense Minister.

Report: Half of Syria's Hospitals Destroyed or Damaged

Syria's medical infrastructure is on the "brink of collapse" as more than half of the hospitals destroyed or damaged in the civil war.

Saudi Daily: 'Chemical Weapons Smuggled to Hezbollah'

Syria has smuggled some of its chemical weapons to Hezbollah, according to a leading Saudi newspaper.

Iran Takes Aim at Israel on Chemical Weapons

Iranian foreign ministry spokeswoman says Israel should face international pressure to ratify the Chemical Weapons Convention.

Video: Syrian Rebel Escapes Mortar Attack Almost Unharmed

One of the Syrian rebel fighters was attacked by a mortar shell but was only lightly wounded.

UN Inspectors Hand In Report on Syria

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon receives inspection team's report on last month's chemical attack in Damascus.