Syria Protests

UN Set to Condemn Syria for Human RIghts Abuses

The United Nations Security Council plans to discuss human rights abuses by the Syrian government against protesters in the country's cities.

Obama Silent as Syrian Death Toll at 400; Tanks Shoot Civilians

US observers are asking out loud why the voice of Obama, who turned his back on Mubarak, is barely heard as Assad’s tanks shoot at civilians.

Video: Syrian Forces Fire on Funeral

Syrian forces shot and killed mourners at a funeral as the death toll in the uprising passes 300. Assad faces a real threat to his regime.

UK Warns Citizens to Leave Syria

The British Foreign Office has recommended that UK citizens leave Syria due to the “deterioration in the security situation.”

Syria Repeals 1962 Emergency Law

Syria's government announced the repeal of its 1962 Emergency Law. The move must be approved by Parliment. Opposition leaders term it "whitewash."

Syrians Calling Protesters 'American and Zionist' Provocateurs

A document on a Syrian opposition website allegedly contains instructions for quelling anti-government protests.

Syria Shoots Soldiers Who Refuse to Fire on Protesters’

Syrian security forces shoot soldiers who refuse to fire on protesters. After more than 200 are killed, the US “condemns” repression.

Syria's Assad: Israel, Foreign Media to Blame for Unrest

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad addressed the nation, promising reforms without specifics and blaming an Israeli conspiracy for unrest at home.

Syrian Cabinet Quits Prior to ‘Major’ Speech by Assad

The Syrian Cabinet has quit shortly before Assad, who retains almost total power, is to make a “major’ speech n the wake of protests and killings.

Syria Imposes No-Film Zone

Syria is imposing difficulties on press coverage of disturbances. Missing reporters freed.

Clinton Calls Assad 'Reformer' as Video Shows Massacre

US says it will not intervene militarily in Syria just because of some 'police actions' but Al-Sanamayn video shows slaughter.

US College Student Being Held in Syria

A US college student is being held in Syria. His parents say he was picked up by authorities during a demonstration in Damascus.

Hizbullah and Iran Help Syria Kill Protesters

Hizbullah and Iran area helping Assad kill protesters, a Foreign Ministry source says. Iran fears its “investment” in Syria will go down the drain.

Assad Orders Release of 260 Prisoners

Syrian dictator Basher Assad ordered the release of at least 260 inmates from a military prison in Damascus, according to human rights activists.

Daraa, Syria: Wednesday's Death Toll Rises to 15

Fifteen demonstrators killed at Omara mosque in Daraa. Local officials blame the Mossad.

Conflicting Reports Surround Daraa Mosque Attack

Contrary reports emerge after Syrian forces raid Daraa's Omari mosque, leaving at least four dead.

Middle East Expert: More People Will Join Syria Protests

Middle East expert Dr. Mordechai Keidar tells Arutz Sheva: The Syrians are no longer afraid, more and more cities will protest against Assad.

Uprising in Syria: Assad Begins to Yield to Pressure

Unprecedented protests in Syria for political freedom forced Assad to free 15 school children who were arrested. At least five people killed.

Unprecedented Public Protest Against Assad in Syria

Syrian troops beat activists who held unprecedented “Day of Rage” protests, demanding free elections and a change of the Assad regime.