Syria

Jihadist Group Kidnaps, Murders Syrian TV Anchor

An Islamic jihadist group, the Al Nusra Front, has taken responsibility for kidnapping and murdering a Syrian state television news anchor.

Rebels: Kidnapped ‘Pilgrims' Are Iranian Revolutionary Guards

The 48 Iranian “pilgrims” kidnapped by Syrian rebels Saturday are none other than Iranian Revolutionary Guards, rebel leaders allege.

Israel Racing against War, Upgrades Missile Shield

Israel is racing against an attack by Iran and Syria and is upgrading its US-backed Arrow missile shield, a defense official said.

Muslim Brotherhood Joins War in Syria

Israel may be faced with a choice of two evils if Assad falls: Al Qaeda or Muslim Brotherhood. Both groups have jumped into the war.

Assad's Forces Pound Rebels in Aleppo

Assad's forces attack rebel positions in Aleppo as rebels prepare for a “strong offensive” by government forces on the city.

UN Chief: Aleppo Brutality May be Crimes Against Humanity

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: The reported brutality in Aleppo may amount to crimes against humanity.

Russia Condemns UN's Condemnation of Assad

Russia says the resolution on Syria adopted by UN us “harmful,” says it was tantamount to a show of support for rebels.

Prosor Attacks Syria in Fiery UN Speech

Israel's ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, fiercely attacks Syria and its ambassador during a speech to the General Assembly.

UN Condemns Syrian Government, Demands Political Transition

UN General Assembly votes 133-12 to condemn the Syrian government, demands a political transition in Syria.

Assad Transfers Missiles to Lebanese Border

Assad has transferred a advanced missiles to a border crossing used as a central route to transfer weapons to Hizbullah.

Russia Denies Report of Docking Warships in Syria

Late Breaking: Reports of Russian warships in Syria untrue. Civil strife heats up. Missiles stationed near Lebanon. More civilians killed.

UN Confirms Syrian Rebels Have Heavy Weapons

The head of the UN peacekeeping department confirms Syria's rebels have heavy weapons, as rebels capture a tank.

Syria's Muslim Brotherhood Hopes for Islamic State

The Muslim Brotherhood in Syria says that the country post-Assad will be an Islamic state.

Report: Obama Authorized U.S. Support for Syrian Rebels

President Barack Obama has signed a secret order authorizing U.S. support for rebels in Syria, sources say.

Rebels Say Iranian Diplomat Assassinated in Syria

Syrian rebels claimed they assassinated an Iranian diplomat in Damascus as war continues in the city of Aleppo.

Report: Syrian Rebels Acquire Surface-to-Air Missiles

News report says rebels fighting to depose Syrian president Bashar Al-Assad have acquired a small supply of surface-to-air missiles.

Syrian Army Attacks UN Mission Chief's Convoy

The convoy of Lt.-Gen. Babacar Gaye, head of the UN observer mission in Syria, was attacked by government forces over the weekend.

Gag Order Lifted: Golan Druze Spied for Syria

A Golan Heights Druze resident has been charged with aiding Syria by turning over information on IDF patrols and activities.

Syria's Foreign Minister Blames Israel for Unrest

Syria’s Foreign Minister and his Iranian counterpart accuse Israel of plotting to overthrow the regime of Syrian President Assad.

Erdogan in Britain, Calls for International Steps Against Syria

Turkish PM: International steps must be taken to deal with Assad's military build-up around Aleppo and his threat to use chemical weapons.

Ban Demands Syria State it Won't Use Chemical Weapons

UN Secretary-General Ban says he is “deeply” concerned about reports of the possible use of chemical weapons by Syria.

Hizbullah Places Itself at Assad's Disposal

The Hizbullah terror group affirms its allegiance to Syria, offers to place itself at President Bashar Assad’s disposal.

Defected Syria General Meets Turkey's Foreign Minister

Brigadier General Manaf Tlas, one of the most senior defectors from Assad's rule, says he will try to help unite Syria's opposition.

U.S. Concerned Over Impending Aleppo Massacre

U.S. says it is concerned that Assad's forces are planning a massacre in Aleppo, but rules out military intervention in the conflict.

Syrian Conflict Turns to Aleppo

Aleppo becomes main arena for conflict as bloody battles are staged in Syria’s second largest city and regime forces prepare to strike.

Activists: Syrian Sculptor Dies Under Assad Loyalist Torture

Syrian artist Wael Kaston has been murdered by government security forces, according to activists in Homs.

Another Syrian Ambassador Defects

Syrian Ambassador to the UAE, Abd Allaltif Dabaj, has defected, joining his wife, Syria's Ambassador to Cyprus, Lamyaa Hariri, in Qatar.

Massacre of Syrians Discovered in Fields Around Damascus

Syrian human rights activists report that rebels this week uncovered evidence of a Syrian government massacre.

Golan Heights Residents Calm Amid Chemical War Fears

Golan Heights residents near the Syrian border say “business is as usual” despite nearby bombings; deny reports of gas mask shipments.

Video: Ramadan Bombing of Damascus

Assad sent helicopters to bomb rebel positions in Damascus and warplanes to strafe Aleppo in his brutal war to stay in power.

Defected Syrian General: Denounce Assad's Crimes

Defected Syrian brigadier general Manaf Tlas calls on the Syrian military to denounce the crimes committed by Assad's forces.

IDF Chief: Syria Intervention Could Lead to Regional War

IDF chief of staff Benny Gantz warned lawmakers that a misstep by Israel in securing Syria's chemical weapons could backfire

Chief of Staff: We Thwarted 15 Attacks before Burgas

"We will find a way to respond in an intimidating manner," IDF's top officer tells Knesset.

‘Israel Will Go to War if Hizbullah Gets Chemical Weapons’

Israel is prepared to intervene militarily if Hizbullah gets a hold of Assad’s chemical weapons, Foreign Minister Lieberman warns.

Iranian Mouthpiece Media Calls on Syria to Attack Israel

Syrian President Bashar Assad should attack Israel, says an Iranian newspaper considered the mouthpiece of the Supreme Leader.

Peres: Iran in 'Open War' with Israel

President Shimon Peres told CNN that Iran is in an “open war” with Israel and blamed regime for Bulgaria attack that killed five Israelis.

Syrian Rebels Form Special Unit to Secure Chemical Weapons Site

The opposition Free Syrian Army (FSA) is creating a special unit of men trained to secure Syria's chemical weapons sites.

Obama Directly Warns Assad About Using Chemical Weapons

Obama: Assad will be held accountable if he made the “tragic mistake” of using his stockpile of chemical weapons.

Israel Will Protect Itself From Syria's Chemical Weapons

Will Israel have to protect itself from Syria's chemical weapons? If so, the Jewish State will do what it must, Pres. Shimon Peres said.

Jordan Beefs Up Border with Syria

Jordan's King Abdullah II has decided to beef up the country's northern border but is still allowing in refugees.

US Warns Syria Over Chemical Weapons

Pentagon officials tell Syria not to 'even consider' using chemical weapons; Israel will secure Syrian stockpiles if regime collapses

Syrian Gunships Deployed as Rebels Make Gains

Helicopter gunships attacked dissidents and rebels as fighting raged in the regime stronghold of Damascus and the key city of Aleppo.

Arab League Offers Assad Safe Exit

A ministerial committee of the Arab League has offered embattled Syrian president Bashar al-Assad a safe-exit if he agrees to step down.

Israel Files Complaint Over Golan Incursion

An incursion into the Golan Heights by some 500 Syrian soldiers last week has led Israel to lodge a complaint with the United Nations.

Syria Warns It May Use Chemical Weapons on ‘Foreign’ Forces

Syria has admitted it has chemical weapons and in what might have been a veiled threat against Israel, said it will use them if attacked.

Syria: Rebels Seize an Army School Near Aleppo

Syrian rebel forces seize key army infantry school north of the city of Aleppo as fighting continues.

Syrian Capital, Aleppo Teetering Between Loyalists, Rebels

Fighting is raging in Damascus and Aleppo as Syrian opposition forces battle troops loyal to President Bashar al-Assad for final control.

Syria Fighting Continues as Army Pounds Damascus

Syrian army helicopters pound Damascus with rockets and heavy machine guns and tanks, try to reverse gains by rebels.

Barak: Assad's Fall Closer than Ever

Defense Minister Ehud Barak estimates that the fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime is closer than ever.

UN Security Council Extends Syrian Monitoring Mission

The UN Security Council votes unanimously to extend its monitoring mission in Syria for 30 days.

Syria: Rebels Attack Damascus Police Headquarters

Rebel attack on Damascus police headquarters leaves dozens of security personnel dead or wounded.

Russia, China Block Syria Sanctions in UN

For the third time, Moscow and Beijing have shielded the teetering regime of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad

Assad Strikes Back!

Deadly rebel bombing that left several key advisers to Syrian president Bashar al-Assad dead has led to a brutal counter-punch in Damascus

Israel, US Preparing for 'the Day After Assad'

As the fighting grows fiercer and Bashar Assad's day of reckoning grows closer, Israel, US prepare for the aftermath of Assad's fall

Al-Qaeda Could Obtain Syrian Chemical Weapons, Jordan King Warns

King Abdullah II of Jordan warned thatin a worst case scenario al-Qaeda could obtain some of the regime’s chemical weapons.

Report: Assad Disappears from Damascus

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad appears to have disappeared from Damascus after his top security staff was killed in a suicide bombing.

Syrian Rebels: Assad's Regime is Crumbling

Syrian army defectors and rebel commanders say that Damascus attack would hasten the end of President Bashar Al-Assad's rule.

Jordan's King: Damascus Attack a Serious Blow to Assad

Jordan's King Abdullah II says the attack that killed members of Assad's inner circle is a “tremendous blow to the regime.”

Annan Seeks Delay as Powers Balk on Syria

The world powers say they will not intervene as a bomb blast in Damascus raises questions about the regime's ability to survive.

American Soldiers Attacked in Southern Turkey

Seven Turks attacked American soldiers Wednesday and attempted to put bags over their heads in the southern province of Antalya.