Syria

Obama Must Consult with Congress on Syria, Says Boehner

Aide to House Speaker: The White House must consult with congressional leaders before taking any action in Syria.

Israeli Delegation Visits U.S., Meets Susan Rice

Iran and Syria are on the agenda as an Israeli delegation, headed by Israel's national security advisor, arrives in Washington.

Report: British Warplanes in Cyprus Preparing for Syria Strike

British airplanes and military transporters have begun arriving at an airbase in Cyprus, according to a report by the Guardian.

Kerry: Syria Chemical Attack a 'Moral Obscenity'

The U.S. will demand accountability for the chemical weapons attack in Syria, declared Secretary of State.

Syria: If US Attacks Us, We'll Attack Israel

A top Syrian official said Monday that if attacked, his country would react – against Israel

Report: Syrian Intervention Could Begin 'Within a Week'

British, American navies poised for attack - but how realistic is western intervention in Syria?

Russia to U.S.: Don't Repeat Your Past Mistakes in Syria

The U.S. rhetoric over the alleged chemical attack in Damascus reminds one of its behavior in Iraq, says Moscow.

Syrian Jihadists Threaten Revenge on Alawites

Al-Nusra Front vows revenge strikes against villages from Assad's Alawite community over claims his forces used chemical weapons.

Ariel: As Jews, We Must Protest the Genocide in Syria

Housing Minister on Syria chemical attack: We, as Jews, cannot remain silent in the face of genocide, no matter who it is and where it is.

Britain: Evidence of Syria Chemical Attack May Already be Gone

William Hague: Evidence of a chemical attack in Syria could have already been destroyed ahead of a visit by UN inspectors.

Report: British Navy Ready to Attack Syria

Britain is planning to join forces with the United States and launch military action against Syria, reports the Telegraph.

Israelis Flock to Gas Mask Distribution Stations

Requests for gas and chemical mask kits have quadrupled in the wake of increasing tensions in Syria

Obama Meets Advisers to 'Gather Facts' on Syria Attack

Obama met top national security advisers following widespread reports about the Syrian government using chemical weapons.

Syria Warns U.S.: Don't Attack Us

"An attack on Syria would be no easy trip," warns Syria's Information Minister.

Initial Assessment: Assad Did Use Chemical Weapons

Preliminary assessment by U.S. and allied intelligence agencies concludes that chemical weapons were indeed used by Syrian forces.

Syrian Rebels Smuggling Evidence of Chemical Attack

Syrian activists say they are smuggling out tissue samples from victims of an alleged chemical attack to bring to UN inspectors.

Obama: Time is Nearing for a Definitive Response on Syria

Alleged use of chemical weapons in Syria "is clearly a big event of grave concern," says U.S. President.

Syrian Rebels Torture a Suspected Collaborator

A man who was suspected of handing over rebel fighters to the Syrian military intelligence was arrested and tortured.

Obama Orders Probe of Syrian Chemical Attack

U.S. President has ordered local spy agencies to urgently probe claims that Syrian forces launched a horrific chemical attack on civilians.

Galloway: Israel Gave Al Qaeda Chemical Weapons

British lawmaker George Galloway, known for being vehemently anti-Israel, claims Israel is behind the chemical attack in Syria.

Turkey Joins In Calls for Action on Assad

A top Turkish official on Thursday added his country's voice to the condemnation of Syria, demanding international action.

Lieberman: Israel 'Not Inactive' on Syria

MK Avigdor Lieberman says Israel would not allow the events in Syria to harm its security - and was already 'taking action.'

MK: U.S. Intervention Needed in Syria

MK Yitzchak Herzog believes that U.S. intervention in Syria is needed; American officials disagree.

Hagel and Yaalon Discuss Egypt and Syria

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel speaks with his Israeli counterpart about Egypt, Iran and the ongoing violence in Syria.

UN Calls for 'Clarification' of Alleged Chemical Attack in Syria

Security Council stopped short of demanding a probe by UN investigators into alleged chemical weapons attack.

Security Council Meets on Syrian Chemical Attack

Security Council convenes to discuss reports that Assad's forces killed more than 1,300 people using chemical weapons.

Yaalon Confirms Syria Chemical Attack

Israeli Defense Minister joins growing chorus of international leaders confirming chemical attack by the Syrian regime against civilians.

Arab-Israeli Indicted for Joining Syrian Jihadis

Israeli security services growing increasingly concerned over Arab-Israelis joining the Syrian rebellion, fearing Al Qaeda influence.

Prosor: Israel Won't Stand By as Assad Fires Mortars

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations says Israel is losing its patience with the repeated Syrian violations of the ceasefire.

Two Wounded Syrians Brought to Israel

At least 17 Syrian casualties have been taken for treatment in Israel since the weekend.

Syrian Kurds Flee Islamist Pogroms, Taking Refuge in Iraq

Al Qaeda-affiliated groups are battling Kurdish militias in Syria for control of Syrian Kurdistan, trying to 'ethnically cleanse' the area

Report: Hezbollah's Top Syria Commander Killed

Arab media reported Sunday that a senior Hezbollah terror leader was killed in recent days in a battle with Syrian opposition forces

Lebanese Police Arrest 'Car-Bombing Ring'

No word yet as to whether arrests connected to series of bombings targeting Hezbollah strongholds.

Nasrallah: I'm Willing to Go Fight in Syria Myself

Hezbollah chief says that Thursday's car bombing in Beirut will not deter members of his group from fighting in Syria.

Hamas, Iran Putting Aside their Differences to Fight Israel

Public dispute over Syrian civil war has not prevented cooperation when it comes to attacking Israel, according to a recent report.

Report: Syrian Al Qaeda Leader Killed

Imad Ahmad reportedly killed in botched raid on forces loyal to Syrian President Bashar el-Assad.

Syrian Jihadists Enlist Teletubbies to Win Over the Public

Syria’s jihadist rebels are giving away toys to children, in an attempt to win over the hearts of Syrians.

The Plot Thickens: Report Reveals Sudan Arming Syrian Rebels

Report threatens to put Sudan on a collision course with its Iranian allies, who back Assad.

Assad Sending Reinforcements to Latakia

The Syrian regime is sending reinforcements to the countryside near Latakia, which has come under heavy rebel attacks in recent days.

Syrian Rebels Claim 40 Hizbullah Terrorists Killed Sunday

Iran-backed Hizbullah is still actively supporting the Assad regime in Syria - and paying a high price, according to rebel sources.

Iraqi Kurdish Leader Threatens Intervention in Syria

Kurdish Regional Government President Masoud Barzani threatens to send forces to protect Syrian Kurds from Islamist attacks.

Syrian Army Fails to Defeat Rebels Near Israeli Border

The Syrian army came dangerously close to the Israeli border as it tried to carry out an unsuccessful airstrike on rebels.

Syrian Government Denies Attack on Assad Convoy

Rebels in Syria said they attacked a convoy in which President Bashar al-Assad was riding, but regime airs video of president soon after.

Obama Announces More Humanitarian Aid to Syria

U.S. will provide more than $195 million in additional humanitarian assistance for people affected by the Syrian war.

62 Rebels Dead in Army Ambush Near Damascus: NGO

The Syrian military carried out a defensive ambush against a group of rebel fighters who infiltrated a military post.

Syrian Rebels Launch Assault on Military Airport

The rebels fighting to oust Assad launched an offensive on a military airport in northern Syria, expressing optimism they'll succeed.

Syria: Iranian Kurds Poised to Join Battle

As civil war continues to escalate, Party of Free Life of Kurdistan announces readiness to defend Kurds in Syria.

Syria: Rebels Allege Another Chemical Attack by Regime

Video purports to show victims of chemical attacks in suburbs of Damascus.

Dempsey in Israel to Talk About Syria and Iran

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff arrives in Israel to discuss issues such as Syria and a possible Israeli strike in Iran.

Assad: Only Solution is Striking 'Terrorists' with 'Iron Fist'

Syria's crisis will only be solved by stamping out "terror", declares President Bashar Al-Assad.

Former Lebanese Prime Minister: Hizbullah Must Disarm

Saad Hariri states that the Iranian-backed group's narrative of "resistance" against Israel is outdated.

50-Year-Old Syrian Brought for Treatment in Israel

50-year-old Syrian woman discovered to have shrapnel in her heart, transferred to Rambam Hospital in Haifa.

Rebels to Cooperate with UN's Chemical Weapons Probe

Syrian opposition leaders offer UN inspectors unfettered access to investigate the use of chemical weapons.

Four Syrians Detained Near Border with Israel

Israeli soldiers arrested four Syrians who approached the border fence, then released them following an interrogation.

Gunfire from Syria Hits Close to IDF Soldiers

Gunfire from the Syrian side of the border hit close to an IDF patrol in the northern Golan Heights. No injuries reported.

Syrian Jihadists Kidnap 200 Kurdish Civilians

An Al-Qaeda-linked group in Syria kidnapped around 200 Kurdish civilians after violent clashes with Kurdish fighters.

UN Inspectors to Visit Chemical Attack Sites in Syria

United Nations inspectors will go to Syria to investigate three sites where chemical weapons attacks have been reported.

Report: Syria Moved Missiles Before Israeli Airstrike

American intelligence analysts say that a recent alleged Israeli airstrike in Latakia did not succeed in destroying all targeted missiles.

Philippines Likely to Stay in Golan for Another Six Months

The Philippines will likely keep its peacekeeping forces in the Golan Heights for six more months.

Embattled Assad Opens 'Instagram' Account

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has officially opened a new Instagram account in an effort to bolster his image.