Syria

Syria Claims to Have Found Israeli Weapons in Homs

Syria claims authorities have found a vehicle loaded with Israeli-made ammunition used by anti-regime protesters.

Syrian Forces Accused of Dismembering Teen

Zainab al-Hosni, 18, was found dismembered in a Syrian morgue along with her activist brother, whose body showed signs of torture.

Syria Threatens to 'Reclaim' Refugees Who Escaped into Lebanon

Syria has threatened to enter Lebanese villages in order to "reclaim" Syrian s who have escaped Assad's reign of terror.

Russia Banking on Assad

Despite months of unrest in Syria and int'l condemnation of the regime's brutal crackdown, Russia is banking on Assad's survival.

Turkey Breaks Off Talks With Syria. Ties Next To Go?

Turkey has broken off talks with Syria and is considering imposing sanctions against its neighbor instead, in a serious diplomatic break.

Help Wanted: Syrian Opposition Leader

Just days after forming a 140-member national council, Syrian protesters say they want a leader to take the reigns and lead them to freedom.

Syrian Prisoner Claims: I Helped Kill Mughniyeh

Syrian TV broadcasts alleged confession of “Jordanian spy” involvement in Israeli assassination of Mughniyeh.

Forty Killed As Anti-Assad Protests Intensify

Assad forces killed at least 40 as anti-regime protests in Syria enter week 27.

Syrian National Council Formed

Syrian opposition leaders - 70 in Syria and 60 outside the country - have formed a national council to oppose President Bashar Assad.

Anti-Russian Protests Erupt in Syria

Syrian opposition leaders staged a 'day of rage' against Moscow over its obstruction of Western-led sanctions on the Assad regime.

Lebanon's Maronite Christians: Who Will Replace Syria's Assad?

Lebanon's Maronite Christian community is worried that Syria's brutal president will be replaced by a worse regime: radical Islamists.

45 Dead in Syrian Gov't Crackdown in 2-Day Period

Nearly 50 people have been killed by Syrian government troops over the past three days as the brutal crackdown against civilians continues.

Syria: At Least 17 Shot Dead in Hama

At least 17 were shot dead by security forces in the Syrian protests city of Hama; UN names 'rights panel' for Syria.

UN: Syrian Death Toll Tops 2,600

UN Human Rights commissioner Navi Pillay says the civilian death toll in Syria has reached 2,600.

Israel Allows Annual Druze Pilgrimage to Syria

Israel has relented and allowed 550 Druze to travel to Syria on their annual pilgrimage despite security warnings.

Arab League, Syria Reach Deal on 'Reforms'

The Arab League has allegedly reached a deal with Syria on "reforms" to end government violence against protesters.

Syrian Protesters Appeal for International Help

For the first time in six months, Syrians plead for international help against Assad's brutal crackdown.

Assad Declares War on Protesters

Embattled president Bashar Assad declared a 'state of war' in Syria in what may indicate he plans to follow in his father's footsteps.

Report: Turkey's Anti-Israel Pose Tied to Ankara's Syria Policy

Syria is quickly losing friends even among those thought to be its staunchest allies.

Homs Crackdown Intensifies, 14 Killed

After refusing to discuss Syria's unrest with Arab League Sec. Gen. Nabil al-Arabi, Assad's forces intensify their Homs crackdown.

Syrian Gov't Forces Focus on Central City of Homs

Syrian government forces have returned to the city of Homs, killing more protesters.

Arab League Chief Delays Syria Visit

Just one day before it was to start, Arab League chief Nabil El-Arabi delays his planned visit to Syria. No explanations provided.

Arab League Secretary General in Damascus as Blood Flows On

Arab League secretary general Nabil al-Arabi is in Damascus to pressure President Bashar Assad to stop his bloody crackdown; more deaths.

EU Imposes Oil Embargo on Syria

Syria's main trading partner, the European Union, has imposed an oil embargo on Damascus.

19 Dead in Syrian Government Raids Since Friday

Two people are dead after Syrian government forces stormed a village in the country's northern region on Saturday.

Syria: 13 Dead as Crackdown Continues

13 dead in Syria as Bashar Assad’s continues assault on protesters. Meanwhile, EU adopts new sanctions against Syria.

EU to Adopt Ban on Syrian Oil Imports

The European Union is expected to announce new sanctions against Syria on Friday, including a ban on Syrian oil imports.

Trouble for Assad? Hama Attorney-General Defects

Hama's attorney-general resigns over protest crackdown, marking the first high-profile defection in Syria since protest began.

Report: Torture and Murder in Syrian Prisons

Amnesty International: "Deaths behind bars reaching massive proportions, accounts of torture are horrific."

More U.S. Sanctions on Syria While Assad Keeps Killing

Assad's forces kill at least seven people after Ramadan. Meanwhile, the U.S. slaps sanctions on Syrian officials.

Syrian Opposition: 'Do Not Take Up Arms'

A prominent group of Syrian protest leaders have called on Syrians not to take up arms against Assad -- or call for Int'l intervention

1 Dead in Syrian Gov't Raid on Northern Village of Sarameen

One person is dead and others are wounded after government forces raided the village of Sarameen in northern Syria.

Assad Thumbs Nose at West; Forces Kill 8

Despite mounting international pressure and sanctions, Assad keeps the crackdown going saying he won't bow to 'colonialists.'

Arab League Puts Syria on Agenda

The Arab League has put Syria on its upcoming meeting agenda as Assad's hit-and-run crackdown proceeds apace.

Ahmadinejad to Assad: Speak to the Opposition

After helping Assad crack down on anti-regime protests, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad tells him to talk to the opposition.

EU Sanctions Iranian Army for Helping Syria

EU imposes sanctions against the elite Iranian Quds Force for providing support to help Assad crush the uprising against him.

EU, U.S. Draft Sanctions Against Syria

European nations and the U.S. have drafted a resolution which seeks an arms embargo and other sanctions on Assad.

Syrian Dissidents Form National Council

Syrian dissidents have formed a national council to lead the opposition to Bashar al-Assad's regime.

"Qaddafi is gone... it’s now your turn, Bashar"

Gunmen loyal to Syrian president Bashar Assad killed 10 during protests in which demonstrators chanted he would follow in Qaddafi's steps.

Syrians to Assad: You're Next

Inspired by the news that Qaddafi has fallen, thousands of Syrians hit the streets Monday and taunted President Bashar Assad.

Assad Threatens ‘Surprises’ if Foreign Forces Attack

Mubarak and Qaddafi have fallen, yet Assad not only holds onto power but warns he has “surprises” in store if foreign forces intervene.

Assad: Obama Is The One Who Should Resign

Syrian President Bashar Assad calls in interview on Syrian state television on President Barack Obama to resign for supporting Israel.

Assad 'Not Concerned' About Opposition, West

Syrian president Bashar Assad told his nation he was 'not concerned' by opposition protests and would 'not bow to imperial powers.'

U.S., Britain Preparing Resolution for Sanctions on Syria

The United States, Britain and other European allies plan to draft a UN Security Council sanctions resolution on Syria.

Assad: 'Crackdown Over'

Syrian president Bashar Assad told UN chief Ban Ki-moon the bloody crackdown on anti-regime protesters in his country was at an end.

Erdogan: Assad is Like Qaddafi

Turkish Prime Minister compares Syrian President Bashar Assad's behavior toward protesters to Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi's behavior.

Syrian Expatriates Rally Against Assad in Doha

Some 4,000 Syrian expatriates staged a rally in support of opposition protesters in their native country in the first rally of its kind.

Syrian Forces Quit Latakia, Leaving 34 Dead, More Wounded

Syrian government forces began withdrawal from the port city of Latakia, leaving 34 dead and more wounded, in their wake.

Arab vs. Arab: PLO Denounces Assad for ‘Crimes against Humanity’

PLO: Assad committed “crimes against humanity’, herding 10,000 into a stadium. Spain offers asylum. “He is detached from reality.”

UNRWA: Palestinians Fleeing Refugee Camp in Latakia

UNRWA says thousands of refugees have been forced to flee the camp in Latakia due to shelling by Syrian forces.

Turkey Demands End to Assad Crackdown

Turkey's foreign minister demanded President Bashar Assad of Syria end his brutal crackdown "without conditions or excuses."

Syrian Navy Shells Latakia, Death Toll Rises

Syria's navy shelled Latakia killing at least eight as the brutal crackdown in the scenic coastal city enters its second day.

Analysis: Syria and the 'Saudi Dawn'

Saudi Arabia's sharp condemnation of Syria signals it is no longer willing to wait for Washington to take the lead in the Mideast.

Clinton Calls on Countries to Stop Doing Business with Syria

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton calls on countries to stop buying Syrian oil and gas.

13 Killed in Bloody Friday in Syria

Protests against Syrian President Assad held throughout Syria; Security forces kill 13 demonstrators.

Clinton: Other Nations Should Also Call on Assad to Step Down

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: The United States wants other nations to add their voices to the call for Assad to step down.

Syrian Troops Crack Down on Northern Town of Saraqeb

Syrian soldiers invaded the northern town of Saraqeb Thursday in a continuation of President Bashar al-Assad's crackdown on dissidents.

Report: Syrian Rebels Getting Weapons from Lebanon

Syria believes that rebels seeking to unseat President Bashar al-Assad are getting weapons from Lebanon.

More US Sanctions Against Syria

The United States has announced more sanctions against Syria as its president continues government brutality against protesters.

Lebanese Camps at Odds Over Syria

Rival March 8 and March 14 camps faced off Tuesday over the country’s official position on the growing crisis in increasigly isolated Syria.