Bashar Al-Assad

Did Assad's Son Taunt the U.S. Army on Facebook?

A Facebook post reportedly by Syrian President's son may not have been authentic, but has nevertheless caught attention.

Assad 'in a Bunker' – Report

Syria leader is in an underground bunker with his staff, according to a Lebanese newspaper that is close to Damascus.

Assad Moving Offices and Missile Launchers, Says Opposition

Preparing for a Western military strike, the Syrian government has reportedly moved political offices to schools and universities.

Why America Must Act in Syria

‘If Assad Falls, Al-Qaeda Rises’

Mideast expert: If America intervenes in Syria – God protect us.

Mesika: Govt Discriminates Against Yesha in Mask Distribution

The only distribution points in Judea and Samaria are inaccessible for many of the region's residents.

Western Foreign Policy 'Like a Monkey With a Hand Grenade'

Russian Deputy Prime Minister finds a creative way to describe the west's diplomatic skills, ahead of attack in Syria.

Report: Assad is in Iran

Lebanese newspaper says Bashar al-Assad and his family arrived in Tehran for talks on possible U.S. Strike.

Syrian Strife Stresses Shi'ite/Sunni Split

A rift has developed among Islamists, as Shi'ite and Sunni terror groups pick sides in Syria's bloody civil war.

Assad: U.S. Attack Will End in Failure

"If someone is dreaming of making Syria a puppet of the West, then this will not happen," says Syrian strongman.

Yaalon Confirms: Assad Used Chemical Weapons

Defense minister says Israel will respond to any violation of its sovereignty, will not intervene in Syria.

Initial Assessment: Assad Did Use Chemical Weapons

Preliminary assessment by U.S. and allied intelligence agencies concludes that chemical weapons were indeed used by Syrian forces.

France: Chemical Attacks Should be Met with Force

Foreign Minister says if reports that Assad used chemical weapons are verified the use of force is due – but not ground troops.

Assad Sending Reinforcements to Latakia

The Syrian regime is sending reinforcements to the countryside near Latakia, which has come under heavy rebel attacks in recent days.

Syrian Government Denies Attack on Assad Convoy

Rebels in Syria said they attacked a convoy in which President Bashar al-Assad was riding, but regime airs video of president soon after.

Assad: Only Solution is Striking 'Terrorists' with 'Iron Fist'

Syria's crisis will only be solved by stamping out "terror", declares President Bashar Al-Assad.

Embattled Assad Opens 'Instagram' Account

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has officially opened a new Instagram account in an effort to bolster his image.

Report: Heavy Losses for Hizbullah in Syria

The Lebanon-based terrorist group has lost up to 250 men so far.

Report: Assad Approached Israel for Alawite Safe Haven

Then-Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman requested info on Ron Arad, Eli Cohen

Rebels: Assad Transferred Chemical Weapons to Hizbullah

Syria's president recently transferred two shipments of chemical weapons to Hizbullah, claims rebel spokesman.

New Head of Syrian Opposition Offers Assad a Truce

Ahmad Jarba, the new president of the Syrian National Coalition, has offered a ceasefire during the month of Ramadan.

Dagan to Netanyahu: You Want to Shoot? Shoot!

It's not wise to threaten Syrian President Bashar Assad at the present time, says former Mossad chief in response to PM's remarks.

Assad Warns Europe: Arm the Rebels and Pay the Price

“If the Europeans deliver weapons (to rebels), Europe’s backyard will become a terrorists’ place," warns Syrian President.

Bedouin Warns Syria's Assad Could Win, Death Toll Could Double

A Negev Bedouin predicts the Syrian death toll could even double and Bashar al-Assad will survive in office, thanks to Iran.

Mideast Expert: Assad is Winning – and That’s Bad for Israel

Assad is winning with Iran’s help, Mideast expert says. He warns Israel not to rely on the ‘corrupt, ineffective’ UN.

US Confirms Assad Used Chemical Weapons

Obama administration confirms that the Syrian army used chemical weapons against rebel forces.

Steinitz: Assad May Just Survive

Yuval Steinitz had a sharp warning for Syria: Don't try Israel's patience, lest Israel be forced to respond

UN Official: Assad Directly Responsible for Atrocities

The UN has evidence that Assad is directly orchestrating atrocities against his opponents, says Commissioner for Human Rights.

Russia: S-300s to Syria – Only in 2014

Russian officials say they will send anti-aircraft missiles to Syria, but only in 2014.

Assad: Next Time, We'll Bomb Israel

Syrian leader says there is "popular pressure" to open a military front against Israel on the Golan Heights.

Assad: S-300 Missiles Already Here

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said that Syria has already begun acquiring the S-300 missile system from Moscow

Syrian FM: Assad Will Remain President Until 2014

Syria's Foreign Minister says that Assad will remain in power until 2014 and will run again if the people want him to.

Expert: Assad May Choose 'Samson Option'

Dr. Mordechai Kedar says Assad could attack Israel viciously if he has nothing to lose.

'Assad Has Chemicals that Can Eradicate Entire Towns'

Assad has enough sarin to "eradicate the whole of Damascus," says a former scientist for the Syrian chemical weapons program.

Video: An Inside Look at the Destruction of a Syrian Town

A video shows the ferocity of fighting in a Syrian town, and the frustration of residents with the West's inaction

Assad: Rebels Attacked Radar, Helping Israel

"Israel is directly supporting the terrorist groups," charges embattled Syrian president.

Ex-MI Head: Assad Will be 'Finished' if He Starts a War

If Syrian President starts a war with Israel, he will be “finished”, says former Military Intelligence head Amos Yadlin.

Iran's FM: Assad 'Unimpressed' by Israeli Attacks

Iran’s Foreign Minister says Assad plans to retaliate the next time Israel attacks in Syria.

Assad: Attacks Are Proof that Israel Supports Rebels

Syrian President says recent alleged Israeli airstrikes exposed the involvement of Israel and other countries in the events in Syria.

Turkey: 'Assad the Butcher' will be Tried

Erdogan delivers strongest attack to date on Assad after alleged Israeli attack in Syria.

Assad: The West Will Pay for Supporting Al-Qaeda

Syrian President warns the West it will pay a heavy price for its supporting Al-Qaeda, says his regime's defeat is not an option.

‘No Deal’ With Syria on UN Probe of Chemical Weapons Sites

Talks are stalled over UN inspection of sites where Syrian chemical weapons are stored, according to diplomatic sources.

Assad: Erdogan Destroying Syria by Reconciling with Israel

Syria’s President charges that the improvement in the relations between Turkey and Israel is proof that Erdogan is trying to destroy Syria.

Syrian Regime Slams Hamas's Mashaal for Breaking with Damascus

A Syrian regime newspaper slams Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal for breaking with Damascus, says he's given up on resistance.

Assad: 'No Word of Truth' From Turkey's Erdogan

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad accuses Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan of not having said "a single word of truth" about Syrian conflict.

‘Iran's Plan B is Alawite State If Syria’s Assad Falls’

A Syrian professor says Iran hopes to fragment Syria and create an Alawite state to maintain power in the region, Today’s Zayman reports.

Syria Slams Arab League for 'Giving Away' its Seat to Rebels

Syria had harsh words for the Arab League's decision to hand over Syria's seat in the League to rebel representatives

Assad's Fellow Alawites Turn on Him

Pro-rebellion Alawites convene in Cairo, call on other members of the sect to rebel against Assad.

Steinitz: 'Apparently Clear Chemical Weapons Used in Syria'

Either Syrian rebels or the Damascus regime have used chemical weapons in country's civil war, said Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz.

King Abdullah: Ties with Netanyahu Have Improved

Jordan’s King says his relationship with PM Netanyahu has improved, but expresses pessimism over the two-state solution.

MI: Assad Will Use WMDs While Hizbullah, Iran Plan New Army

IDF Military Intelligence chief Kochavi predicted Syrian chemical war and a post-Assad Iranian-Hizbullah militia at the Herzliya Conference.

Barak: Assad's Fall 'Inevitable,' Israel May Pay the Price

According to outgoing Defense Minister Ehud Barak, the fall of Bashar al-Assad is inevitable. It's not good for Israel, he told MKs

Hizbullah's Number 2: Assad Regime Will Survive

The Hizbullah terror group’s number two, Sheikh Naim Qassem, says he is confident that the Assad regime in Syria would survive.

Syrian Insider: Assad Made Deals, Agreements With Israel

Israel had nothing to fear from Bashar al-Assad, and may have even had an ally in him, a Syrian insider said in an interview

Syrian Rebels Poised to Conquer Entire City of Raqa

For the first time, Syrian rebel forces are poised to conquer an entire city – the provincial capital of Raqa, on the Euphrates River.

Assad Says Syria Will Hit Back at Israel

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad vows to hit back at Israel over alleged airstrike in January, but says it may not be an overt attack.

US to Provide $60M in 'Immediate' Aid to Syrian Rebels

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has announced the United States will provide $60 million to hand-picked Syrian rebel groups.

Healed Syrians Return Home from Israel

Six of seven wounded Syrians returned to their homes across Israel's northern border after healing their injuries at Ziv Hospital in Tzfat.

Erdogan Attacks Assad, Takes Shot at Israel

Turkey’s Prime Minister slams Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad for but also once again verbally attacks Israel.

Assad: I am not a Monster

Syrian strongman: "I am human, and I am a doctor. I am pained by scenes of blood and death."