Syria Unrest

Syrian Opposition Leader Says Syrian People Want Peace

One of the leaders of the Syrian opposition says that the Syrian people will seek regional peace, including with Israel.

Syria: 18 Security Forces Killed in Various Attacks

A powerful blast kills ten members of the security forces in the southern Syrian region of Quneitra, near the border with Israel.

Turkey Intercepts Ship Carrying Weapons to Syria

Turkey has intercepted a vessel in the Mediterranean suspected of carrying weapons and ammunition to Syria.

Syria: Security Forces Open Fire Near UN Monitors

Syrian security forces open fire on anti-regime demonstrators surrounding the cars of a UN team of monitors.

Nasrallah: Hizbullah Willing to Mediate in Syria Conflict

Hassan Nasrallah, leader of the Hizbullah terror group, says he is willing to act as a mediator in the Syrian conflict.

Turkey: More Than 2,000 Refugees from Syria in One Day

More than 2,300 Syrian refugees pour into Turkey in a day. 22,000 Syrians so far have crossed into Turkey.

Russia's Lavrov Warns Against Arming Syrian Opposition

Russia’s foreign minister warned other nations against arm thein Syrian opposition, saying it would only escalate hostilities.

Report: Syrian Troops Begin Pullout from Some Cities

Syrian government claims troops are withdrawing from cities ahead of ceasefire, but opposition is saying otherwise.

'Friends of Syria' to Send Millions in Aid to Rebels

A coalition of more than 70 partners pledges to send millions of dollars and communications equipment to Syria's opposition groups

Syrian 'Peace': Fresh Clashes Break Out

Clashes erupt across many parts of Syria, despite Assad having accepted a peace plan brokered by UN envoy Kofi Annan.

Syrian Opposition: Implement Peace Plan Within 2 Days

Syrian opposition willing to accept Kofi Annan's peace plan if Assad's complies with its points within two days.

Khamenei: Syria's Anti-Israel, So We'll Defend It

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tells Turkish PM Erdogan: Iran will defend the Syrian regime due to its anti-Israeli stance.

Medvedev Says Annan's Mission is 'Last Chance' for Syria

Russian President warns that Kofi Annan’s mission is the last chance for avoiding a civil war in Syria.

MK’s Pro-Assad Rally Gets Knesset OK

The Knesset’s Ethics Committee approves MK Nafaa’s participation in a pro-Assad rally as protected freedom of speech.

Report: Syria Imported 6 Times More Weapons Between 2007-2011

Syria imported six times more weapons between the years 2007 and 2011 than in previous years, says a Stockholm-based institute.

Erdogan Considers Buffer Zone Along Border with Syria

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan suggests a safe zone could be established along his country’s border with Syria.

Gulf States Close Embassies in Syria

All six Arab Gulf states will close their embassies in Syria in protest of the year-long crackdown on protesters.

Assad's E-mails Reveal Iranian Ties

A cache of several thousand e-mails sent by President Bashar Assad and his wife reveal he took advice from Iran on handling the uprising.

Syria Condemns Israel, Ignores Own Crackdown

Syria condemns Israeli air raids on Gaza, blatantly ignoring its own brutal crackdown on opposition protesters.

Assad, Annan Meet as Troops Launch an Assault on Idlib

Visiting UN envoy Kofi Annan meets President Bashar Assad as military launches an anticipated assault on the city of Idlib.

Syrian Opposition Rejects Dialogue with Assad

Syrian opposition rejects calls by UN envoy Kofi Annan for dialogue with President Bashar Assad, putting a wrench in his peace plan.

Syria's Deputy Oil Minister Defects, Joins Rebels

Syria's deputy oil minister joins rebels, become the highest-ranking civil official to defect from Assad's regime.

UNESCO Condemns Syria But Won't Kick it Out

UNESCO condemns Syria for its brutal crackdown on protesters but stops short of dismissing it from its human rights committee.

Russia Accuses Libya of Aiding Syrian Rebels

Russia’s envoy to the UN claims the Libyan government is supporting a training camp for Syrian rebels.

U.S. Proposes New Resolution on Syria

New resolution has Security Council demands an end to violence in Syria, both by government and opposition fighters.

McCain Calls for U.S. Airstrikes in Syria

Senator John McCain calls for airstrikes against Syria. Presidential hopeful Rick Santorum says he would consider that.

Assad's Father-In-Law 'Horrified' by Crackdown

Bashar Assad's London-based father-in-law says he is horrified by crackdown on protesters, worries about his daughter's safety.

Assad Threatens Israel With Missiles if Syria is Attacked

Report: Assad has ordered his military to hit Israel with a barrage of missiles should there be any foreign intervention in Syria.

Red Cross Denied Access to Homs as Killing Continues

Red Cross says Syria has blocked an aid convoy from entering the Baba Amr neighborhood of Homs. Meanwhile, the crackdown continues.

Trapped French Journalists Escape Syria

After being trapped in Homs for days, French journalists Edith Bouvier and William Daniels reach Lebanon.

Syria Civil War Comes Close to Israeli Border

At least 15 people killed in clashes between Assad's forces and army deserters, just 2 kilometers from the border with Israel.

Security Council to Syria: Let Humanitarian Chief In

UN Security Council deplores the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Syria, calls on Assadto grant UN humanitarian access.

Syria: Army Determined to 'Cleanse' Besieged City

President Bashar Assad's troops gather outside the neighborhood of Baba Amr in Homs, raising fears of pending ground invasion.

Clinton: Arming Syrian Rebels is Supporting Al Qaeda

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton rejects arming rebels in Syria, says that would mean supporting terror groups.

Syria: At Least 144 Dead as New Constitution Approved

At least 144 people died across Syria on Monday, mostly in Homs. Bodies of dead journalists still trapped in besieged city.

Assad Votes in Referendum Dubbed 'a Farce' by the West

The U.S. and its allies dismiss Syrian referendum on a new constitution as a “farce” meant to justify bloody crackdown.

Syria: Red Cross Enters Besieged Homs Neighborhood

Red Cross aid workers entered a besieged neighborhood in the Syrian city of Homs, negotiating to evacuate the wounded there.

Report: Jordan to Protect Israel with Patriots

Report: Jordan will place Patriot missile batteries on its territory to protect itself and Israel against air strikes from Syria.

Syria's Tuesday Death Toll More Than 100

More than 100 people killed in Syria since Tuesday morning, 1,237 people have been killed in the last three weeks alone.

Assad Unfazed by UN, Continues to Kill Civilians

At least 26 dead in Syria as Assad's forces continue to attack protesters and shell the city of Homs.

Radical Imam: Assad Lying About Al-Qaeda in Syria

Salafi terror fundraiser Omar Bakri denied Al-Qaeda and other Sunni terror groups are active in Syria's uprising against Assad's regime

Former Army Officer Says Syrian Troops Used Chemical Weapons

An officer who recently defected from the Syrian army: Syrian security forces are using non-conventional weapons against protesters.

Syrian Rebels Deny They Possessed Israeli-Made Weapons

The Free Syrian Army rejects reports that it possessed weapons manufactured in Israel and in the United States.

Russia Says West is an 'Accomplice' in Syria Violence

Russia accuses the West of being an “accomplice” to the violence in Syria, says the opposition responsible for ending the ongoing violence.

Report: U.S. Looking into Military Option in Syria

The Pentagon is currently examining the range of possibilities for action in Syria, including military action.

Syria Claims to Capture U.S., Israeli Weapons in Homs

Syrian security forces claim to have captured an “armed gang” whose members possessed weapons manufactured in Israel and in the U.S.

Hacked: Bashar al-Assad

The Hacktivist group targeted President Bashar al-Assad and his bureau and cracked their emails in order to upload them to the web.

German Authorities Arrest Two Syrian Agents

Authorities in Germany arrest two Syrian government agents on charges they were spying on suspected Syrian opposition activists.

Lavrov Pushes for Reforms in Syria, Violence Rages

Russian Foreign Minister visits Assad, urges reforms. Assad claims to agree, but continues killing.

Ban Tells Assad He Has No License to Kill

UN chief: The violence in Syria is appalling. The Security Council's disagreement over a resolution is not a license to escalate attacks.

Muslim Leader Calls for Boycott of Russia and China

Sheikh Yousuf Al-Qaradhawi calls to boycott Russian and Chinese products because of their veto at the UN Security Council.

U.S. Calls for International Syria Coalition

Following UN failure, the United States proposes an international coalition to support Syria’s opposition.

Expert: Don't Eulogize Assad Just Yet

Professor Moshe Ma’oz of the Hebrew University: There is little chance that Assad will fall. Not enough troops have defected.

Ban: Russia, China Veto 'Undermines' the United Nations

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon slams Russia and China’s veto of a Security Council resolution on Syria.

Russia Threatens to Veto UN Resolution on Syria

Russia threatens to veto a UN Security Council resolution on Syria, even after it was watered down to please the Russians.

Syria's Assad Continues to Inspire TV Fisticuffs

Political analysts hurl insults - and punches - in a dispute over the crackdown of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

UN Security Council Discusses Syrian "Killing Machine"

Security Council meets to debate a draft resolution on Syria which calls for President Bashar Assad to step down. Will Russia veto?

Ongoing Violence Causes Arab League to End Syria Mission

The Arab League suspends its monitoring mission in Syria because of the growing violence in the country.

UNICEF: At Least 384 Children Killed in Syria Uprising

UNICEF says at least 384 children have been killed during Syria’s ten-month uprising and virtually the same number have been jailed.

Arab League to Bring Syria Plan to UN

The Arab League will submit its peace plan on Syria to the United Nations Security Council early next week.