Syria

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.

Hollande Doesn't Rule Out Syria Strike

"The military option must remain" despite Syria's agreement to eradicate its chemical weapons, says French President.

Syrian Minister: We Take This Agreement Very Seriously

Syria's information minister says his country "does not waste time" and is already implementing the Russia-U.S. deal.

Kerry to Syria: You’re Not Off the Hook Yet

"The threat of force remains," Kerry warns Syria in a news conference with Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

French and Chinese Foreign Ministers Hail Syria Deal

Both countries hail Syrian agreement to hand over chemical weapons stockpile as a "significant development."

Syria Expert says 'Assad Can Potentially Win this War'

It's been 3 years since the revolution began in Syria; the rebels' failure to become a real force will give Assad the victory.

Prof. Gilboa: The Time to Decide is Now, Obama

Leading scholar says 2013 is the time for decision, otherwise Iran will become a nuclear powerhouse.

Report: Assad Scattering Chemical Weapons

Despite agreeing to part ways with his deadly arsenal, Wall Street Journal says the Assad regime is playing a game of hide and seek.

Kerry to Syria: This Is Not a Game

A U.S. threat to attack Syria for gassing its own people remains an option, stresses Secretary of State John Kerry.

Syria Joins Anti-Chemical Weapons Treaty, U.S. Unimpressed

Syria's UN ambassador his country has joined the anti-chemical weapons treaty. State Dept.: Military option still on the table.

Iranian Media Lauds Humiliating Blow for U.S.

Barack Obama's decision to opt for a diplomatic resolution to the Syria crisis has strengthened Tehran, Iranian media says.

Assad: U.S. Threat of No Bearing on Chemical Decision

In an interview with Russian state TV, Syrian President says Russia alone convinced him to cede his cache of chemical weapons.

Two Mortars Hit Golan Heights

Two mortar shells fired from Syria have landed in the Southern Golan Heights.

Obama Insists: Assad Must Step Down

According to a Kuwaiti newspaper, Barack Obama has insisted that Bashar al-Assad step down as part of any international deal.

Leaked UN Inspectors' Report: Attack Looks Like Assad's Work

Report by international inspectors on Syrian chemical weapons claims Bashar al-Assad was almost certainly behind Aug 21 attack.

Syrian MP Threatens Israel, U.S. Bases in the Gulf

Kurdish Syrian MP tells Hezbollah TV: If U.S. attacks us, we'll respond by targeting Israel and the American bases in the Gulf.

Security Council Talks on Syria End with No Progress

UN Security Council envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the U.S. talk about Syria, but no agreement reached.

Security Council to Discuss Syria, Again

Envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States will meet Wednesday night to discuss the situation in Syria.

Syria: Kurdish Group Calls for Autonomy

Publication of draft proposal for Kurdish autonomy in northern Syria highlights emboldened campaign for Kurdish rights in the Middle East.

UN: 'Syrian Regime Behind Eight Massacres.'

A U.N. Commission investigating human rights abuses in Syria has blamed the Syrian regime for eight separate massacres.

Assad Celebrates Birthday as Rebels Rue 'Dirty' Chemical Deal

A Russian plan to stave off a U.S. strike may give the Syrian President cause for celebration. Rebels view the deal with contempt.

Syrian FM: "We'll Even Sign the Int'l Ban on Chemical Weapons"

Amid a diplomatic flurry aimed at avoiding a military strike the Syrian FM says his country will join the Chemical Weapons Convention.

Syria: What the World Thinks

Syrian agreement to a Russian plan to cede its chemical weapons to the international community has been met with cautious optimism.

Syria FM: 'We Accept Russian Plan'

Syria has agreed to a Russian deal to turn over its chemical weapons to the international community to dodge a U.S. led strike.

France Sets Conditions for Russian Proposal on Syria

A proposal to have Assad hand over his chemical weapons arsenal is acceptable under certain conditions, says French FM Fabius.

Report Says Syria Has 1,000 Tons of Chemical Weapons

A report Monday said that Syria had plenty of chemical weapons, and is likely to use them if attacked by the U.S. or Western countries.

Kerry to Assad: 'Give up Chemical Weapons to Avoid Strike'

The U.S. Secretary of State says Assad could avoid a strike if he gave up his entire chemical weapons arsenal within a week.

Syrian Children to Congress: Support the Strike and Save Us

A new YouTube video shows Syrian children asking members of the U.S. Congress to support a military strike in Syria.

Syria Amassed Chemical Stockpile with Western Help

Leaked cables: The Assads amassed their chemical weapons with help not only from Russia and Iran, but also from the West.

Ya'alon: There Are Consequences to Action, and Inaction

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon said that Israel needed to be ready for any scenario that develops in Syria - no matter what the US does

Arad: Attack On Syria May Not Bring About Positive Result

Former National Security Council director Uzi Arad doubts the wisdom of military strikes against Bashar al-Assad's forces.

Steinitz: We'll Defend Israel With Strong Hand, Outstretched Arm

Strategic Affairs Minister Yuval Steinitz said that if Israel was dragged into the Syrian conflict, it would respond 'appropriately'

Report: US Plans '3-Day Attack' on Syria

Pentagon drawing up plans for a more extensive military operation against Assad regime than had been previously planned.

Pope Francis Launches Anti-War Campaign

As US President Obama campaigns for support for military intervention in Syria, Catholic leader rallies opposition.

Chemical Weapons "Evidence" Revealed

CNN releases videos Obama administration showed to the Senate, purporting to show "definite" use of Sarin gas against Syrian civilians

Report: Assad's Former Defense Minister Defects and Flees

Two years after being placed on house arrest, Former Syrian Defense Minister Ali Habib has reportedly fled to Turkey.

Syria: We Will Never Give In

Syria’s Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Muqdad says Syria has taken "every measure" to retaliate against a potential strike.

Palestinian Authority Demands Israel Provide it with Gas Masks

Palestinian Authority official claims Israel responsible for providing gas masks for civilians under PA jurisdictions.

The New Face of Al Qaeda in Iraq

Shaker Wahiyib al-Fahdawi is now the most dangerous figure in Al Qaeda after a video of him executing Syrian truck drivers went viral.

Syrian Refugee Crisis tops Two Million

More than two million Syrians have fled the war-torn country, the UN Refugee Agency said Tuesday.

U.S. Air Force Lacks Preparedness for Syria Strike

Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Welsh says the U.S. Air Force is not in an ideal place to lead a major Syria Offensive.

Defense Minister Downplays Mediterranean Missile Exercise

Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon downplays joint US-Israel missile exercise which briefly alarmed Russian officials.

50 Syrian Soldiers join Rebels

Syrian Soldiers Bolt Amid Fear of Strike

Around 55 Syrian army soldiers based in the Damascus suburbs have reportedly joined rebel forces.

Russian Radars Detected Joint Israeli-US Missile Drill

Israeli Defense Ministry says Israeli Navy carried out joint operation at sea with the US Military.

As Syria Burns, Asma al-Assad Embarks on a Shopping Spree

Wife of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad engages in some expensive "retail therapy," as possible western strikes loom.

German Intelligence Concludes Assad is Behind Chemical Attack

German intelligence has enough evidence to conclude that Assad ordered the chemical attack in Damascus, reports Der Spiegel.

Assad: Striking Syria Could Lead to a Regional War

Syrian President challenges the world to provide proof that his regime attacked civilians with chemical weapons.

French PM: Assad behind Attack

French PM Shares 'Proof' Assad behind Chemical Attack

French PM shares intelligence with lawmakers showing that a chemical attack on 21 August was launched by government forces.

Russia to lobby U.S. Congress

Putin to Send Delegation to Congress over Syria Crisis

Vladimir Putin backs idea proposed by Russian parliament to send a delegation to lobby U.S. Congress against a strike on Syria.

Peres in support of Obama

Peres backs Obama's decision to go to Congress

President Shimon Peres has said he supports President Obama's decision to seek Congressional approval for military action against Syria.

U.S.S. Nimitz moved to Red Sea

U.S. Aircraft Carrier moves into Red Sea

Despite an impending vote by Congress, aircraft carrier U.S.S Nimitz continues on its course for a possible strike on Syria.

Report: Lebanon Keeping Out 'Palestinian Refugees' from Syria

Lebanon has apparently adopted a policy of keeping 'Palestinian' refugees from Syria out of the country

British MPs Reconsidering Rejection of Syria Action

British parliamentarians are reconsidering their rejection of military action on Syria last week, and may hold another vote

PM: No One Had Better Violate Our Rosh Hashana Peace

Prime Minister Netanyahu urged Israelis to relax during the coming three day holiday, warning Israel's neighbors not to violate the calmness

Report: Obama Delayed Attack to Get Russia 'On Board'

Report claims reason for the US delay on a Syria attack was to allow Obama to persuade Russia to help remove Assad from office.

Syrian Rebel Leader Praises Minister Uri Ariel

Rebel leader talks to Israeli television, thanks Housing Minister for speaking out against chemical attack.

Arab States Call for Action in Syria

Arab League urges the UN and the international community to "take the deterrent and necessary measures" against the Assad regime.

Report: Obama Discussed Attack Delay With Netanyahu

President Obama informed Netanyahu in advance that he would ask Congress to discuss future US actions in Syria

Dempsey: Syria Mission Would Cost One Billion Dollars a Month

An attack against Syria's chemical weapons would be complicated – not to mention very expensive, says US military chief Martin Dempsey.

Did Assad's Son Taunt the U.S. Army on Facebook?

A Facebook post reportedly by Syrian President's son may not have been authentic, but has nevertheless caught attention.