Syria

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.

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.