Syria

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.

Syrian Gov't Forces Attack Towns Near Turkey

Syrian government forces attacked several towns near the border with Turkey Wednesday, according to local residents.

'Liquidated' Syrian Defense Minister "Appears" on State TV

Former Syrian Defense Minister Ali Habib, reportedly found dead on Tuesday, appears on Syrian state TV. The date of clip is not clear.

US Considers Call for Assad to Step Down

The United States is considering a call to end the reign of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

Turkey Tells Assad: Stop Killing Civilians

Turkish Foreign Minister tells Assad to stop killing civilians, while Assad promises to continue to "fight terrorists".

Report: Assad Executed Syrian Defense Minister

Less than 24 hours after being fired, Ali Habib is reported dead. Opposition says Assad killed him.

Embattled Syrian President Replaces Defense Minister

Embattled Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has replaced his defense minister with his chief of staff, General Daoud Rajha.

Hizbullah Slams UN Human Rights Council Report

Hizbullah slammed the UN Human Rights Council for a report saying its members murdered Syrian soldiers who deserted the Assad regime.

Hackers Post Opposition Statement on Syrian Website

Hackers invade Syria’s official Defense Ministry website and post an anti-government message, contradicting official propaganda.

Nothing Stops Assad

Nothing stops Assad. Saudi Arabia recalls its envoy. The Arab League tells him to stop violence. The UN talks. And his army shoots to kill.

Arab 'Concern' Over Syria

Arab League Expresses Concerns Over Syria Violence

The Arab League expressed "growing concern" over Syria's crackdown on protesters. Meanwhile, troops entered Deir al-Zor.

Syria: Army Caused Death of 8 Preemie Babies

Syrian soldiers killed eight babies when they cut power to a hospital in Hama, rights group claims.

Russian President Warns Assad as Violence Continues

Dmitry Medvedev warns Bashar Assad to prepare for “a sad fate”. Meanwhile, the death toll in Hama rises to 300.

Clinton: More than 2,000 Killed in Syria

Syria has killed more than 2,000 protesters, says Secretary of State, who calls for a “louder” response. Video shows rebel violence as well.

Assad Allows New Political Parties

Assad decrees that new political parties could be formed, but is anyone buying it?

Report: Turkey Seizes Another Iranian Arms Shipment

A report said that Turkey had recently halted and detained an Iranian shipment of arms bound for Syria, which held weapons for Hizbullah.

UN Condemns Syria as Violence Rages On

The UN condemned Syria’s violent crackdown on protesters. Meanwhile, Assad’s forces continued to massacre citizens in Hama.

Ban: Assad Has 'Lost All Humanity'

UN Chief criticizes Assad for the latest violence against his people, but Security Council still doesn't condemn Syria.

Assad Tightens Grip on Hama

Assad gunmen continue to tighten their grip on the focal protest city of Hama as the death toll in two days tops 100.

Assad Backed by BRICS Wall

Security Council Will Not Condemn Syria

Action in the UN Security Council to condemn the Assad regime for its atrocities is going nowhere.

Obama 'Appalled' by Syria

Obama 'Appalled' by Syria's Brutality

U.S. President says reports out of Hama "are horrifying and demonstrate the true character of the Syrian regime."

Ramadan: Month of Violence?

Arab Regimes Fear Ramadan will Be Month of Violence

Authorities in Syria fear the nightly prayers during Ramadan will transform every day into Friday.

New Videos of Syrian Tanks Firing on Civilians and Mosque

The death toll In Syria on Sunday passes 50. Syrian tanks mow down civilians, fire on mosques. WARNING: Some scenes not suitable for childre

Video: Assad Paints Hama Red with Blood, 45 Killed

Bashar Assad has responded to more protests with more brutality, sending tanks into Hama where at least 45 were killed and dozens injured.

The End for Assad? High Ranking Officers Desert, Join Rebels

A Major-General deserts, goes public calling for the formation of a Free Syrian Army.

Amano Calls Out Syria, Iran

New IAEA Head Displays Greater Resolve Than Predecessor

Yukiya Amano, successor to pro-Iran El-Baradei, may not be backed by the superpowers but he at least tries to do his job.

Video: Assad’s Last Stand: Uprising Spreads to Damascus

Assad’s security forces have deployed tanks near Damascus and killed at least eight near capital, where the uprising has spread.

Peres: No Reneging on Oslo

President says we are closer than ever to peace, is “moved” by Syrian protesters’ courage.

Video: Syrian Soldiers Shoot Youth and Leave Him to Die

A new video from Syria shows soldiers shooting a youth and leaving him to die. Meanwhile, opposition says Assad’s new “reforms” are a scam.

Assad 'Death Squads' Raid Homs

Assad 'Death Squads' Raid Homs

The Syrian regimes bloody crackdown continues in Homs where up to 50 people have been killed as gunman fire machine-guns in the streets.

Video: Syrian Death Squads Massacre Mourners at Funerals

A mother and brother of a victim of Assad’s death squads were gunned down as they tried to bury the victim. Mass arrests reported.

Assad Gunmen Kill 13 as Homs Violence Continues Unabated

Renewed violence in Homs, Syria enters its third day with the death toll rising to at least 43; political violence joined by sectarian violence.

Assad Regime Recognizes 'Palestinian State'

Following the Arab League's decision to submit the PA's application for statehood, Syria has recognized the PA as sovereign before September.

Qatar Recalls Envoy Amidst Syrian Bloodshed

Qatar recalls its Syrian envoy after its embassy is attacked by Assad loyalists; 30 protesters were killed overnight in the central city of Homs.

Video Reveals Disloyalty in Syrian Army

A video shows Syrians soldiers let protesters board their tanks, but the army killed 40 more and crushed an attempt to form a shadow government.

IAEA Refers Syria to UN Security Council

UN nuclear watchdog officials delivered a 'devastating' briefing to the Security Council on the Dair Alzour complex, destroyed by Israel in 2007.