Syria

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.

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.