Syria-Russia

Russian air strikes kill 13 in rebel-held northwest Syria

Russia has been conducting air strikes in Syria since 2015, in support of President Bashar Al-Assad.

Pentagon confirms: Russia recruiting Syrians to fight in Ukraine

Pentagon spokesman: US believes there's truth to accounts that Russians are seeking Syrian fighters to augment forces in Ukraine.

Report: Russia recruiting Syrians for Ukraine war

US officials say Moscow is recruiting Syrians skilled in urban combat to fight in Ukraine.

US hopes Russia remains 'permissive' of Israeli strikes in Syria

US envoy to Syria expresses hope Russia will continue "permissive approach" to Israeli air strikes on Iranian assets in Syria.

Russian official: S-300 to Syria was free of charge

Russian source says his country delivered the S-300 missile system to Syria at no cost.

Syrian FM: S-300 will respond to 'Israeli threats'

Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Muallem welcomes deliveries of Russian S-300 air defense systems to his country.

Assad: Russia and Israel aren't coordinated

Syrian President denies reports that Israel coordinated air strikes in Syria with Russia.

Report: Russia to deliver new defense systems to Syria

Russia's Defense Ministry says the country plans to deliver new air defense systems to Syria in the near future.

State Department: Russia 'sanitizing' site of Syria attack

U.S. says credible information shows Russian and Syrian regime officials are sanitizing the site of attack in Douma.

Syrian Islamists down Russian warplane

Russian pilot killed after jihadist rebels down his warplane over Idlib.

Russia open to new investigation of Syrian chemical weapons

Russia's UN ambassador says the country is open to establishing a new panel to investigate the use of toxic gases in Syria.

For the 10th time: Russia vetoes UN action on Syria

Russia blocks U.S.-drafted resolution to renew an international inquiry into who is to blame for chemical weapons attacks in Syria.

Russian submarine destroys ISIS post in Syria

Russian submarine deployed in the Mediterranean fires three ballistic missiles to destroy ISIS post in Deir Ezzor.

Putin 'convinced' Assad didn't use chemical weapons

Russian President dismisses any suggestion that Syrian President was behind April chemical attack.

Pence: Russia must eliminate Syria's chemical weapons

U.S. Vice President says all options are on the table following chemical attack in Syria.

Tillerson: Russia should rethink its support of Assad

Secretary of State calls on Russia to think carefully about its support for Syrian President in light of chemical weapons attack.

Russia: Report on Syria chemicals unconvincing

Russia dismisses UN-led investigation showing that Syrian forces carried out three chemical attacks, opposes sanctions.

Russia accuses Syrian rebels of using poison gas

Russian defense ministry says seven people died in an attack by Syrian rebels using weapons loaded with a "poisonous agent".

Syria: Russia will support fight against 'terror'

Syrian presidency says Russia will keep up its support for the regime's "anti-terrorist" battle, following its pullout of forces from Syria.

NATO: Russia in the way of solving Syrian conflict

NATO says Russia is complicating the search for a solution to the Syrian conflict by bombing moderate opposition groups.

Russia denies it asked Assad to step down

Spokesman for the Kremlin denies reports that Putin sent a senior intelligence official to Damascus to ask Assad to step down.

Americans 'concerned' over Russian missile system

Russia's decision to deploy S-400 system to its base in Syria is raising "significant concerns" for the United States military.

Iran and Russia to oppose attempts to dump Assad

Russia and Iran will jointly oppose "external attempts" at regime change in Syria, says the Kremlin after Putin meeting with Khamenei.

Turkey summons Russia envoy over border bombing

Turkey summons the Russian ambassador after Russian war planes hit Syrian territory very close to the Turkish border.

Russia rejects UN resolution on barrel bombs

Russia says it will not back a proposed draft UN Security Council resolution aimed at stopping barrel bomb attacks in Syria.

Putin accuses West of 'double game'

Russian President accuses West of declaring a fight against some Syrian groups while supporting others.

U.S., Russia to Sign 'Understanding' on Syria

Pentagon spokesman says the United States and Russia are set to sign an understanding on how pilots can avoid each other over Syria.

American, Russian Militaries Close to Syria Pact

American defense official says the United States and Russia could soon sign a pact establishing safety protocols in Syria.

American, Russian Militaries to Discuss Syria

Military commanders from Russia and the United States to discuss how to stay out of each other's way in Syria, says Defense Secretary.

ISIS Vows to Defeat Russia as Airstrikes Intensify

ISIS spokesman calls for Muslims to launch "jihad" against Russians and Americans.

ISIS Advancing on Aleppo Despite Russian Strikes

ISIS fighters advance to the outskirts of Syria's second city, despite Moscow's announcement it killed hundreds of jihadists.

'Most Russian Airstrikes Not Directed at ISIS'

State Department spokesman says more than 90% of Russia's airstrikes in Syria have targeted so-called moderate rebels.

France to Russia: Direct Your Airstrikes at ISIS

French Prime Minister Manuel Valls urges Russia to direct airstrikes at ISIS jihadists in Syria, echoes comments by President Hollande.

Hollande Tells Putin: Attack ISIS and Only ISIS

French President tells Russian counterpart his country's airstrikes in Syria should target only the Islamic State.

Syrian Sinkhole Swallowing Obama and Putin’s Credibility and Judgement

Carter: Russia 'Pouring Gasoline on the Fire'

American Defense Secretary accuses Russia of inflaming Syria's civil war following its airstrikes on targets in Homs.

Nasrallah Welcomes Russian Intervention in Syria

Hezbollah leader says Russia's military buildup in Syria happened because Americans "failed" in anti-ISIS campaign.

Kerry Expresses Concern Over Russia in Syria

Secretary of State speaks to Russia counterpart about reports of Russia's enhanced military build-up in Syria.

Assad 'Confident' of Russia's Support

Syrian President says he is confident Russia will continue supporting his embattled regime, accuses America of abandoning its allies.

Syria Plays Up Ties with Iran, Russia

Syrian Foreign Minister declares outright that Tehran, Moscow have been aiding regime forces, have 'same views.'