Syria

Syria FM: 'We Accept Russian Plan'

Syria has agreed to a Russian deal to turn over its chemical weapons to the international community to dodge a U.S. led strike.

France Sets Conditions for Russian Proposal on Syria

A proposal to have Assad hand over his chemical weapons arsenal is acceptable under certain conditions, says French FM Fabius.

Report Says Syria Has 1,000 Tons of Chemical Weapons

A report Monday said that Syria had plenty of chemical weapons, and is likely to use them if attacked by the U.S. or Western countries.

Kerry to Assad: 'Give up Chemical Weapons to Avoid Strike'

The U.S. Secretary of State says Assad could avoid a strike if he gave up his entire chemical weapons arsenal within a week.

Syrian Children to Congress: Support the Strike and Save Us

A new YouTube video shows Syrian children asking members of the U.S. Congress to support a military strike in Syria.

Syria Amassed Chemical Stockpile with Western Help

Leaked cables: The Assads amassed their chemical weapons with help not only from Russia and Iran, but also from the West.

Ya'alon: There Are Consequences to Action, and Inaction

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon said that Israel needed to be ready for any scenario that develops in Syria - no matter what the US does

Arad: Attack On Syria May Not Bring About Positive Result

Former National Security Council director Uzi Arad doubts the wisdom of military strikes against Bashar al-Assad's forces.

Steinitz: We'll Defend Israel With Strong Hand, Outstretched Arm

Strategic Affairs Minister Yuval Steinitz said that if Israel was dragged into the Syrian conflict, it would respond 'appropriately'

Report: US Plans '3-Day Attack' on Syria

Pentagon drawing up plans for a more extensive military operation against Assad regime than had been previously planned.

Pope Francis Launches Anti-War Campaign

As US President Obama campaigns for support for military intervention in Syria, Catholic leader rallies opposition.

Chemical Weapons "Evidence" Revealed

CNN releases videos Obama administration showed to the Senate, purporting to show "definite" use of Sarin gas against Syrian civilians

Report: Assad's Former Defense Minister Defects and Flees

Two years after being placed on house arrest, Former Syrian Defense Minister Ali Habib has reportedly fled to Turkey.

Syria: We Will Never Give In

Syria’s Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Muqdad says Syria has taken "every measure" to retaliate against a potential strike.

Palestinian Authority Demands Israel Provide it with Gas Masks

Palestinian Authority official claims Israel responsible for providing gas masks for civilians under PA jurisdictions.

The New Face of Al Qaeda in Iraq

Shaker Wahiyib al-Fahdawi is now the most dangerous figure in Al Qaeda after a video of him executing Syrian truck drivers went viral.

Syrian Refugee Crisis tops Two Million

More than two million Syrians have fled the war-torn country, the UN Refugee Agency said Tuesday.

U.S. Air Force Lacks Preparedness for Syria Strike

Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Welsh says the U.S. Air Force is not in an ideal place to lead a major Syria Offensive.

Defense Minister Downplays Mediterranean Missile Exercise

Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon downplays joint US-Israel missile exercise which briefly alarmed Russian officials.

50 Syrian Soldiers join Rebels

Syrian Soldiers Bolt Amid Fear of Strike

Around 55 Syrian army soldiers based in the Damascus suburbs have reportedly joined rebel forces.

Russian Radars Detected Joint Israeli-US Missile Drill

Israeli Defense Ministry says Israeli Navy carried out joint operation at sea with the US Military.

As Syria Burns, Asma al-Assad Embarks on a Shopping Spree

Wife of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad engages in some expensive "retail therapy," as possible western strikes loom.

German Intelligence Concludes Assad is Behind Chemical Attack

German intelligence has enough evidence to conclude that Assad ordered the chemical attack in Damascus, reports Der Spiegel.

Assad: Striking Syria Could Lead to a Regional War

Syrian President challenges the world to provide proof that his regime attacked civilians with chemical weapons.

French PM: Assad behind Attack

French PM Shares 'Proof' Assad behind Chemical Attack

French PM shares intelligence with lawmakers showing that a chemical attack on 21 August was launched by government forces.

Russia to lobby U.S. Congress

Putin to Send Delegation to Congress over Syria Crisis

Vladimir Putin backs idea proposed by Russian parliament to send a delegation to lobby U.S. Congress against a strike on Syria.

Peres in support of Obama

Peres backs Obama's decision to go to Congress

President Shimon Peres has said he supports President Obama's decision to seek Congressional approval for military action against Syria.

U.S.S. Nimitz moved to Red Sea

U.S. Aircraft Carrier moves into Red Sea

Despite an impending vote by Congress, aircraft carrier U.S.S Nimitz continues on its course for a possible strike on Syria.

Report: Lebanon Keeping Out 'Palestinian Refugees' from Syria

Lebanon has apparently adopted a policy of keeping 'Palestinian' refugees from Syria out of the country

British MPs Reconsidering Rejection of Syria Action

British parliamentarians are reconsidering their rejection of military action on Syria last week, and may hold another vote

PM: No One Had Better Violate Our Rosh Hashana Peace

Prime Minister Netanyahu urged Israelis to relax during the coming three day holiday, warning Israel's neighbors not to violate the calmness

Report: Obama Delayed Attack to Get Russia 'On Board'

Report claims reason for the US delay on a Syria attack was to allow Obama to persuade Russia to help remove Assad from office.

Syrian Rebel Leader Praises Minister Uri Ariel

Rebel leader talks to Israeli television, thanks Housing Minister for speaking out against chemical attack.

Arab States Call for Action in Syria

Arab League urges the UN and the international community to "take the deterrent and necessary measures" against the Assad regime.

Report: Obama Discussed Attack Delay With Netanyahu

President Obama informed Netanyahu in advance that he would ask Congress to discuss future US actions in Syria

Dempsey: Syria Mission Would Cost One Billion Dollars a Month

An attack against Syria's chemical weapons would be complicated – not to mention very expensive, says US military chief Martin Dempsey.

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.

Syria: Kerry's Accusations Based on Lies

Syria rejects remarks by Kerry, says they are fabricated and based on lies by "terrorists".

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.

Obama Considering 'Limited Action' in Syria

Syria's chemical weapons threat Israel and Jordan, says U.S. President, but reiterates that no decision has yet been made about a strike.

UN Inspectors Wrap Up Visit to Syria

UN inspectors finish collecting samples from the site of the alleged chemical weapons attack, will leave Syria on Saturday.

Video: What Do New Yorkers Think About a Strike in Syria?

Arutz Sheva's reporter went out to ask New Yorkers what they think about American intervention in Syria.

Kerry: Assad Killed at Least 1,400 in Chemical Attack

Preparing for a strike in Syria? "The primary question is no longer what do we know but what we are going to do about it," says Kerry.

Syria: BBC Team Witnesses Incendiary Bomb Dropped on School

A BBC team inside Syria witnessed the aftermath of a bomb dropped onto a school playground. Victims were "like the walking dead."

Security Council Still Can't Agree on Syria

United Nations Security Council meeting ends after less than an hour as the its permanent members continue to disagree on Syria.

Report: Syrian Army Seals Damascus, Prepares ‘Martyrs’

The Syrian army continues to prepare for strikes with Damascus shutdown, ‘martyr’ pilots.

Report: Israel Agreed to 'Act With Restraint' Over Syria Attack

A Kuwaiti newspaper reported that Gulf leaders have asked that Israel act “with restraint” if attacked by Syria - and Israel agreed

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.

Syria: Rebels Also Hit Regime Troops with Gas

Syria's UN ambassador demands that chemical experts probe three attacks in which soldiers "inhaled poisonous gas".

Putin and Rouhani: Intervention in Syria is Unacceptable

Russia’s and Iran’s leaders agree that the use of chemical weapons is unacceptable but so is attacking Syria.

Cabinet Issues 'Limited' Call-Up of IDF Reserves

Limited call-up to include Home Front and Air Force reservists, despite "low" likelihood of a Syrian strike on Israel.

Khamenei: Region is Like a Gunpowder Depot, US Attack a Disaster

Britain to present a draft to the UN Security Council Wednesday "authorizing necessary measures to protect civilians" in Syria.

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.

France Prepared to Take Action in Syria, Says Hollande

French President says his country is prepared to take action against those responsible for last week’s deadly chemical attack in Syria.

Arab League: Syrian Government Responsible for Chemical Attack

Arab League says it holds Assad's regime fully responsible for last week's chemical attack, demands justice.

Syrian Official: If Damascus is Attacked, Tel Aviv Will Burn

A senior official in the Syrian army warns the West: waging a war on Syria will be reciprocated with an attack on Tel Aviv.

Biden: 'No Doubt' that Assad is Behind the Chemical Attack

"The Syrian regime is the only one that has chemical weapons and has used them in the past," notes U.S. Vice President.

As Syria Tensions Mount, Demand for Gas Masks 'Quadruple'

As the drumbeats of war grow ever louder, Israelis are leaving nothing to chance.

Syrian FM Threatens 'Surprises' for Western Forces

Walid Muallem promises Syria will defend itself against western intervention.

Report: Obama Commissions Legal Justification for Syria Strike

Western military intervention in Syria appearing increasingly likely, as UN team meets survivors of alleged chemical attack.