News for Syria Syrian report: Israel carried out air strike in HomsSyrian media: Country's air defense systems activated following an Israeli air strike on the city of Homs. Syria claims Israel carried out air strikes near AleppoSyria says its air defenses were activated against "Israeli aggression" over the Aleppo area. US drone strikes truck belonging to pro-Iran militia in SyriaUS drone attack targets truck for an Iran-backed militia in eastern Syria, officials in the militia claim. Assad sworn in for fourth term in officeAssad won the May election in a landslide, winning 95.1% of the votes. Syria: Iranian fighter killed while on 'advisory' missionIranian news agency reports 'fighter' killed in 'advisory mission.' Pentagon concerned over attacks in Iraq and SyriaPentagon says it is deeply concerned about attacks on US personnel in Iraq and Syria in recent days. Report: Rockets fired at facility hosting US troops in SyriaUS military denies any that US forces in Syria were attacked by rockets. NBC analyst in Iran: Strikes against U.S. likely to continueWith American forces coming under fire following U.S. strikes on Iranian-backed militias in Syria, experts predict rise in hostilities. Blinken: US strikes on pro-Iran targets should send a strong messageUS Secretary of State says strikes on pro-Iran fighters in Iraq and Syria should deter those fighters from attacking US forces. Shells fired at US base in eastern SyriaPro-Iranian militias fire shells at US base in eastern Syria following US air strikes against pro-Iran targets in Syria and Iraq. Lebanon’s unprecedented crisis exploited by Hezbollah and IranAs Lebanon continues to slide toward total disaster, Iran and Hezbollah seem only interested in a total takeover of the country. Report: Israeli tanks destroyed outpost in SyriaTanks reportedly destroyed Syrian army outpost in which Hezbollah officials had been seen in recent months.Syria claims Israel carried out air strike from Lebanese airspaceSyrian media reports say the country’s air defense systems were activated against “Israeli aggression”. Woman who was returned from Syria flees institution in which she was imprisonedYoung Israeli woman who entered Syria and was returned to Israel flees the institution where she was under supervision.Iran: Assad victory 'a big step towards restoring peace'Syrian President's ally congratulated him on his landslide election victory.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. Three rockets fired from Syria towards IsraelOne rocket misses the mark, explodes in Syrian territory. The other two explode in open areas in the Golan Heights. Syria claims 1 civilian wounded in Israeli helicopter strikeState media says Israeli Apache helicopter attacked a house on Syrian side of the Golan. Rabbi Avraham Hamra, chief rabbi for Syrian and Lebanese Jews, diesRabbi Avraham Hamra worked to bring Syrian Jews to Israel where he was instrumental in helping the community continue their culture.Syria claims: Israel attacked Hezbollah targets near the borderSyrian media reports that an Israeli helicopter struck Hezbollah targets in the Quneitra area.Syria claims Israel carried out air strike in western part of the countryReports in Syria: One person dead, six injured in Israeli air strike near Latakia.Relations thawing between Syria and Saudi Arabia?Senior Saudi delegation arrives in Syria for the first talks between the two countries in years. Meeting 'broke the ice,' official says.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. Iranian FM claims Kerry told him about Israeli covert operations in SyriaIn leaked audio, Mohammad Javad Zarif claims former Secretary of State informed him of more than 200 Israeli operations in Syria. US General: Syrian missile strike in Israel was 'incompetence'Head of US Central Command says Syrian missile that landed in Israel was the result of “incompetence” rather than a deliberate attack.Assad applies to run in Syrian presidential electionSix people, including a woman, have applied to take part in the presidential race. Chemical weapons watchdog strips Syria of its voting rightsThe move follows OPCW investigation that found the Syrian air force used sarin and chlorine gas in three attacks.Syria to hold presidential elections on May 26President Bashar Al-Assad widely expected to win a fourth seven-year term.Syria rejects report finding it used chemical weapons in 2018Syria rejects global watchdog's report that found it used chemical weapons on a rebel-held town in 2018. Is recent maritime unrest rocking the regional boat?The seas are becoming another sphere in which Israel must spare no effort to halt Iran’s efforts to increase its regional foothold.Syria claims Israel carried out air strike in Damascus areaSyrian media reports Israeli attack in the Damascus area. Most of the missiles were shot down. US Ambassador to the UN attacks Assad regime's chemical attacksUS Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield: Horrific banned weapons are being used against innocent people. IDF destroyed Syrian border outpost in daring 2020 operationIsrael reveals July 2020 operation inside Syrian territory in which IDF mined and destroyed enemy position.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. 7 civilians killed as Russian planes pound rebel-held hospital in SyriaAccording to reports, Russian, Syrian airstrikes targeted densely-populated areas, hitting a hospital and killing local civilians. Syrian sources report Israeli missile strike on Iranian targets near DamascusSyrian news sources accusing Israel of missile strike on Iranian militia positions, no casualties reported. Secret life of the new Islamic State leader - where & when he might strike nextIslamic State's new leader has led a secretive existence since last being seen in 2012.Syria says Israel carried out air strikes in DamascusSyrian media says air defense systems were activated due to "Israeli aggression." Syria: 'No secret negotiations with the Zionist entity'Official Syria news agency denies reports of secret peace talks with Israel, calls reports 'journalist fabrications.' Netanyahu confirms search for remains of Israeli spy Eli CohenObject believed to belong to famed spy who was hanged in Syria turned over to Russian forces in al-Yarmouk refugee camp.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.Israeli woman who crossed into Syria indictedState Attorney files charges against the young Israeli woman who scaled the security fence and entered into Syrian territory. The plight of refugees in SyriaDozens of murders have occurred in the al-Hawl refugee camp, where 65,000 refugees are housed, including many ISIS widows and orphans. Missile strikes in northern Syria kill one personExplosions rock local oil refineries near al-Bab and Jarablus following missile attacks near the Turkish border. Report: Israel strikes Syrian targets in response to Iranian attackExplosions reported near Damascus, days after Israeli ship shelled by Iranian-allied forces. Satellite footage shows aftermath of US strikes in SyriaImage published by space technology company shows buildings destroyed by US air strikes targeting pro-Iranian militias in Syria.US attacks Iranian-backed militia in SyriaAt least 17 members of pro-Iranian militia in Syria killed in US air strike which comes in retaliation for rocket attack in Iraq. IDF reveals how Israeli woman crossed border into SyriaMilitary releases results of investigation into incident where young woman crossed border into Syria before returning in a prisoner exchangeWoman who crossed into Syria: I was looking for an adventureIsraeli woman who crossed into Syria and was returned home questioned by Shin Bet and handed over to the police. Why did an Israeli woman cross into Syria?As conflicting reports emerge about the haredi woman who crossed the Syrian border, more questions remain to be answered.Syrian sources fume over claims Israel included vaccines in prisoner exchange dealSource in Syria's opposition forces warns: 'Vaccines won't reach Syrian nation, they'll go to those loyal to Assad, and to his family.' Woman who crossed into Syria lands in IsraelNetanyahu: I spoke twice with Putin, I asked for his help and he worked to return the Israeli woman who crossed the border into Syria. 'Prisoner exchange may signal bigger moves with Russian backing'Middle East expert says looming prisoner exchange with Syria is likely a 'sign of things to come' in Israel-Syria relations. Israeli team heads to Russia to bring back Israeli womanJet carrier Israeli team heads to Russia, is slated to bring back Israeli woman who strayed into Syria. 2 Syrians released in exchange. Breakthrough made in efforts to return Israeli woman from SyriaCould Israeli woman held captive in Syria be returned to Israel this week? Significant progress reported in efforts to secure her release. Father of the late Lieutenant Shir Hajaj: Has Israel replaced Yad L'Achim?Herzl Hajaj furious at PM decision to release prisoners in exchange for girl who crossed border into Syria: 'Israel became Yad L'Achim.' Deal to release Israeli woman held in Syria delayedNegotiations hit snag after 2 Syrians held by Israel say they don't want to be deported to Syria. Israel hopes deal will be complete soon. |
