Syria

France: There are 'signs' that chemicals were used in Syria

French Foreign Minister says there are signs that chemicals were used in attacks by Syrian government forces in Idlib.

Analysis: Syrian war is once again escalating

Islamist rebels, with Turkish support, push back against Syrian regime and its Russian ally, as US accuses Syrian army of chemical attacks

IDF launches airstrike on Syria

IDF confirms airstrike on Syrian missile launcher following attack on IAF plane. Syrian media reports casualties.

US has numerous reports consistent with Syria chemical exposure

State Department: US has received numerous reports consistent with chemical exposure in Syria, but no definitive conclusion has been made.

France: Look into reports that Syria used chemical weapons

French Foreign Ministry says new allegations that the Syrian government is using chemical weapons must be looked into.

US: Signs that Syrian gov't is using chemical weapons

State Department says there are signs that Syrian government may be using chemical weapons, warns of response.

Report: Syrian air defense system activated for a second time

Foreign bodies entered Syrian airspace 'from the direction of Israel,' Syrian news outlet says.

Syria claims Israel attacked targets near Damascus

Syrian media reports aerial defense system shot down "luminous objects" coming from Israel.

Two prisoners returned to Syria

IDF confirms prisoners handed to Red Cross via Kuneitra Crossing. Move follows transfer of Zachary Baumel's body from Syria to Israel.

Israel to free 2 prisoners after soldier's body returned

Israel agrees to release two Syrian prisoners in gesture of 'goodwill' following return of IDF soldier Zachary Baumel's remains.

Israeli spy's body was not found

PM's office denies reports of the finding of Eli Cohen's body by Russian officials.

Russia: Israeli spy's remains were not transferred to Israel

Moscow denies that remains of Israeli spy Eli Cohen were found in Syria.

Did Israel attack an Iranian WMD site in Syria?

It appears that the raid may have taken out an Iranian WMD site in Hama, Syria, that appeared to be modeled on the disputed site in Iran.

What are advanced missiles doing in Syria?

Russia deploying Iskander ballistic missiles in Syria.

Photos show aftermath of Syria air strike attributed to Israel

ISI intelligence agency documented destruction caused by air strike in western Syria attributed to the Israel Air Force.

Report: Body of Israeli spy Eli Cohen removed from Damascus

Israel not commenting on rumors circulating on social media. Cabinet ministers unaware of such a development.

Report: Israel attacked Syrian missile development center

Syrian state media claims 'Israeli raid' wounded six.

Syria: Suicide bombers attack military post

Suicide terrorists destroy tank, kill soldiers, in northwestern Syria.

Syria: Blacklist of IRGC serves Israeli interests

Syria condemns Trump’s decision to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guards a terrorist organization.

Germany: Hold Assad accountable for chemical attacks

German Foreign Minister says those responsible for use of chemical weapons in Syria must be held accountable.

Netanyahu: We deterred Hamas

PM Netanyahu says Israel blocked Hamas' supply routes, Iran's entrenchment in Syria.

Netanyahu to meet Putin in Moscow on eve of Israeli elections

Israeli PM and Russian president agree to meet in Moscow on Thursday following phone conversation on future of Iranian forces in Syria.

Danon: Does the UN want to give the Golan to jihadists?

Israeli ambassador at UN Security Council discussion on the Golan: No nation would give up strategic land to its most dangerous enemy.

Syrian TV claims Israel attacked in Aleppo

Syrian media outlets report explosions at airport in Aleppo targeted Iranian weapons depots.

Nasrallah urges 'resistance' after US Golan recognition

Hezbollah leader: Only way for Syrians to take back their land is "resistance, resistance and resistance".

Syria asks Security Council to discuss Golan recognition

Syria asks for urgent meeting to discuss the US decision to recognize the Golan Heights as Israeli territory.

Syria: Trump blatantly attacked our sovereignty

Syria blasts US recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan, says Trump has no authority to "legitimize the occupation".

Lebanon: US recognition of Golan violates international law

Lebanon criticizes US decision to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, says it undermines peace efforts.

Arab League: Reinstating Syria not on the agenda

Arab League not planning to discuss reinstating Syria's membership at a summit later this month.

Syria vows to 'liberate' the Golan

Syrian government responds to Trump, says Golan Heights will remain "Syrian and Arab".

White House: ISIS eliminated in Syria

White House says ISIS has lost its final territory in Syria.

Arab League: Golan Heights 'occupied Syrian territory'

Arab League rejects Trump’s announcement on Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, supports Syria.

Trump: US to leave 400 troops in Syria

US President says 400 troops will remain in Syria, including 200 near border with Israel, but says his strategy is unchanged.

Watch: A moving embrace from dad

Military father surprises his son after serving in Syria for 10 months.

US to leave 1,000 troops in Syria, despite planned 'withdrawal'

Months after Trump vowed to pull US out of Syria, US reportedly planning to leave almost half of troops currently stationed in Syria.

US lawmakers: Affirm Israeli sovereignty over the Golan

US Senators Ted Cruz, Tom Cotton and Rep. Mike Gallagher respond to IDF's revelation of Hezbollah's actions in Syria.

Growing suspicion: Iran to manufacture missiles in Syria

Satellite images show construction of building in north-eastern Syria believed to be Iranian missile-building facility.

Prime Minister:

'Iran and Hezbollah - we know what you are doing'

PM addresses revelation of secret Hezbollah unit which planned attacks in Israel. 'What we uncovered today is just the tip of the iceberg.'

Hezbollah's secret exposed

Hezbollah established a terrorist infrastructure based in southern Syria in order to harm Israel from within Syria.

Syria blasts Senator Graham over comment on Golan

Syrian government condemns senior Republican senator who said Golan Heights should remain "forever" under the control of Israel.

ANALYSIS: ISIS problem growing despite defeat of Caliphate

ISIS is making “calculated” moves aimed at maintaining the ability to continue the Jihad against “apostates” and “infidels.”

Russia's intentions and efforts to create Middle East peace

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has embarked on a five-day tour of the Middle East, starting with Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Iran: Our relations with Russia are strong

Iran's foreign ministry shrugs off reported Israeli-Russian coordination on a withdrawal of foreign forces from Syria.

Chemical watchdog: Chlorine used in 2018 Syria attack

Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons determines chlorine was used in deadly attack on the town of Douma in April 2018.

ANALYSIS: Iranian threat puts Israeli-Russia relations on track

The Iranians want to transform Syria into a proxy state based on the Lebanese model and this flies in the face of Russian aspirations.

Russian train displays Syria War spoils to show Russian People

Russian train travels to 61 Russian cities in 45 days displaying spoils from war in Syria.

Netanyahu: Israel-Russia relations preventing Syria flare-up

PM Netanyahu meets Russian President Putin. 'We are determined to combat Iran's aggression.'

How dangerous is it to talk positive about Israel in Syria?

Syrian says: A wrong word or talking to an Israeli risks you going to prison.

'We will not give Iran a base near our border'

PM Netanyahu says Iranian entrenchment in Syria will be the focal point of discussion in his meeting with Vladimir Putin in Russia tomorrow.

Syrian President meets Iran's Supreme Leader

Syrian President visits Iran for the first time since start of Syrian conflict, thanks Iran for its assistance.

Analysis: Iran hints at major confrontation with Israel

Iran blames Israel for rise of radical Sunni Islam, indicates major confrontation with Israel in the near future.

Report: Assad regime carried out over 300 chemical attacks

New report Syria has carried out hundreds of chemical attacks on civilians since deal to destroy chemical weapons.

Russia, Turkey and Iran hail US withdrawal from Syria

Putin, Erdogan and Rouhani say US withdrawal from Syria is a positive step that would help stabilize the situation.

Watch: PM confirms artillery strikes on Iran target in Syria

Prime Minister Netanyahu confirms IDF fired on positions in Syrian Golan Heights, just two miles across from Israeli border.

Report:

Two Iranian soldiers killed by Israeli strike in Syria

Syrian report claims at least two Iranian Revolutionary Guard members killed, others injured after Israel hits targets near border.

Report: Israeli attack on Syria

Syrian media reports Israeli attack in Kuneitra area; Jerusalem maintains silence.

US withdrawal from Syria 'weeks away', says top general

Head of US military’s Central Command says start of withdrawal of ground troops from Syria is likely just weeks away.

Russia urges Israel to stop Syria air strikes

Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister urges Israel to stop carrying out air strikes on Syria, says such strikes destabilize the situation.

Implications of Russia delivering S-300 missiles to Syria

Russia delivers S-300 air defense batteries to Syria, placed beside what is believed to be Iranian weapons manufacturing facility.

UAE minister: Iran's presence in Syria must be reduced

Watch: UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs criticizes Iran, says it is exporting missiles to Yemen and Syria.