News for Bashar Al-Assad Iran: Assad victory 'a big step towards restoring peace'Syrian President's ally congratulated him on his landslide election victory.Assad wins presidential election with 95% of the votesAssad’s win was not in doubt, even though two challengers ran against him.State Department: Syrian elections are illegitimateDespite two other candidates running, election in Syria is widely expected to give President Bashar Al-Assad a fourth seven-year term.Syria selects two candidates to run against AssadSyria’s higher constitutional court selects two obscure figures to appear on ballots against President Bashar Al-Assad in May 26 election.Assad applies to run in Syrian presidential electionSix people, including a woman, have applied to take part in the presidential race.Syria to hold presidential elections on May 26President Bashar Al-Assad widely expected to win a fourth seven-year term.UAE leaders congratulate Syrian president on National DayBashar Al-Assad has been president of Syria since 2000 and has been in a bloody civil war since 2011.Syrian President and his wife recover from COVID-19Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad and his wife, Asma, return to their regular duties after recovering from COVID-19.Assad and his wife test positive for COVID-19Syria’s President Bashar Al-Assad and his wife, Asma, are in good health and will keep working in isolation at home. Report: Israeli officers met Syrian counterparts at Russian baseWith yesterday's security cabinet meeting surrounding 'humanitarian' issues in Syria shrouded in mystery, some details have emerged.US sanctions Assad's wifeUS sanctions Syria’s central bank and several people and entities close to President Bashar Al-Assad. Assad: No relations with Israel until we restore our landsSyrian President stresses that ties with Israel are conditional on Israel giving up the Golan Heights. Trump: There was a plan to take out Assad, but Mattis refusedUS President confirms plan was in the works to take out Syrian President but then-Defense Secretary was opposed.Assad interrupts speech due to drop in blood pressureSyrian President interrupts speech he was giving to parliament after suffering a brief drop in blood pressure. US imposes sanctions on Assad's sonBashar Al Assad's eldest son among 14 Syrian officials placed under sanctions by the US government Wednesday.Assad and allies win majority in parliamentary electionsIn widely expected victory, Syrian President's party and allied candidates take 177 seats out of 250 in parliament.Assad announces parliamentary elections in AprilSyrian President says parliamentary elections will be held on April 13 in areas of the country controlled by the government.Assad: Chemical watchdog falsified report at request of USSyrian President claims OPCW faked report on attack near Damascus “just because the Americans wanted them to do so.”Assad: 'Israel has conquered our land'Bashar al-Assad says more than 100,000 Syrian troops killed in civil war, blasts Israel for 'conquering' Syrian land.Assad: Trump is the best US presidentSyrian President on Donald Trump: He's the best president because he is the most transparent. Syria, Iran plan responses to Israeli airstrikesSyrian Pres. Assad discusses Israel's 'attacks on Syria,' US peace plan, in secret meeting with Iranian official. Germany: Hold Assad accountable for chemical attacksGerman Foreign Minister says those responsible for use of chemical weapons in Syria must be held accountable. Spokesman: Zarif quit because he wasn't informed of Assad visitSpokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry: 'One of the reasons' FM Zarif resigned was lack of knowledge regarding Syrian Pres. Assad's visit.Syrian President meets Iran's Supreme LeaderSyrian President visits Iran for the first time since start of Syrian conflict, thanks Iran for its assistance.Assad warns Kurds: The US won't protect youSyrian President warns country’s Kurds that the US would not protect them against any Turkish offensive. Assad blames Israel for downing of Russian planeSyrian President writes Putin, says Russian plane was downed over Syria due to Israeli "arrogance". There's a war going on out thereThree wars, at the very least, are raging in the Middle East, and Israel will get fallout from all of them. Report: Israel secretly armed, funded Syrian rebels12 anti-Assad rebel groups in south Syria reportedly received money and weapons from Israel to combat ISIS, Iran-linked forces. Trump warns Assad: The world is watchingUS President denies claims made in Bob Woodward's book, but also warns Syrian President that "the world is watching".White House warns Assad against use of chemical weaponsWhite House warns Syrian President against using chemical weapons in Idlib, says the US and its allies will respond "appropriately". Book claims Trump ordered Assad killedNew book claims Secretary of Defense ignored order from President to kill Syrian dictator following deadly chemical weapons attack. Trump warns Assad against 'reckless' attack in IdlibTrump says Russia and Iran would be making a "grave mistake" if they back Syrian attack in province of Idlib.Report: Trump offered US pullout for partial Iranian retreatLebanese paper claims US delegation met in secret with Syrian leaders, offered withdrawal in exchange for Iranian pullback from border. Iran inks deal with Syria, vows to continue military cooperationDespite demands by US that Iran withdraw forces from Syria, Tehran signs deal with Assad regime, vows to continue military cooperation.Iranian minister: We will continue to support SyriaIran's defense minister says the Iran-Syria cooperation won't be decided by a "third party." ANALYSIS: Another major battle on the horizon in SyriaAssad intends to retake Idlib, but that may not be as easy as he thinks. 'When people take you seriously, you can live in peace'Middle East expert Dr. Mordechai Kedar explains why Israel's friends aren't necessarily 'good guys,' says only deterrence sustains Israel. White Helmets will speak against AssadMiddle East expert says White Helmets will provide footage and testimony of Syrian Pres. Assad's war crimes. Lindsey Graham to Netanyahu: Assad and Iran are a package dealRepublican senator responds to PM's statement that Israel 'has no problem' with Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad remaining in power. ' Netanyahu: Israel has 'no problem' with Assad governmentPM Netanyahu says Russia has pushed Iran away from Israeli border, Israel has 'no problem' with Assad regime. Russian jets attack rebel-held town near GolanRussia assists Assad offensive near Israeli border that US says violates ceasefire brokered by US and Russia.Assad: Negotiations with the U.S. are a waste of timeSyrian President rules out negotiations with the United States, says American policy will not change.Assad: I wouldn't object to permanent Iranian base in SyriaSyrian President says his country's relations with Iran and its presence in Syria are non-negotiable.Assad: Russia and Israel aren't coordinatedSyrian President denies reports that Israel coordinated air strikes in Syria with Russia. ANALYSIS: After Iranian attack from Gaza, new war on the horizon‘Never a dull moment’ has been Israel’s motto since the establishment of the state in 1948.Assad: Israel is in a 'panic'Syrian leader denies Iranian presence in Syria, use of chemical weapons, says Israel 'hysterical' over 'losing dear ones' Al-Nusra and ISIS. Russia: No Iranian forces on Israeli borderFearing clashes with Israel, Assad regime and Russia look to reduce Iranian presence near Israeli border. Liberman to Syria: Throw Iranians outDefense Minister tells Syrian president to expel Iranian forces from his country, warns Iran's presence will only 'bring destruction.''We may have to eliminate Assad'Senior Israeli minister warns Assad may be 'eliminated' if he continues to allow Iran to use Syria as base for attacks on Israel. Trump: Get ready Russia, the missiles are coming to SyriaUS President dismisses Russian threat to shoot down US missiles launched at Syria following deadly chemical weapons attack. Mattis: 'Unwise' for Assad to use chemical weaponsU.S. Defense Secretary warns Syrian regime against using gas as a weapon.Assad: Operation in Eastern Ghouta will continueSyrian President insists there is no contradiction between military operation against rebels and a truce.U.S. officials: Assad producing new kinds of chemical weaponsOfficials in Washington say Syrian government still using chemical weapons despite committing to abolish its arsenal.Assad replaces defense ministerSyrian President replaces his defense minister for the first time since 2012, part of a government reshuffle. Erdogan: Assad is a terroristTurkish President calls Syrian President a terrorist, says peace efforts cannot continue with him. Assad: France a backer of 'terrorism'Syrian President blasts France, says it has "no right to talk about peace" in his country.UN report: Assad responsible for April gas attackNew UN report finds Assad's regime was responsible for sarin gas attack in Khan Sheikhun. |
