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Netanyahu: We Anticipate a Deterioration

Israeli leaders expect regional stability to deteriorate, PM says.

Netanyahu: We Anticipate a Deterioration

Report: 'Solid Proof' of Assad's Chemical Weapons Use

Reporters returned from Syria with samples of weapons used by President Bashar Assad’s army.

Report: 'Solid Proof' of Assad's Chemical Weapons Use

Lebanon: Rockets Hit Hizbullah Neighborhood

Two rockets explode in Hizbullah-dominated southern Beirut, injuring at least four people.

Lebanon: Rockets Hit Hizbullah Neighborhood

Syria: No Oil Means No Intervention.

Syria: No Oil Means No Intervention.

Largest Syrian Brigade Nears Breaking Point

Rebels trying to smash 52nd Armored Brigade at Dera'a in southern Syria.

Largest Syrian Brigade Nears Breaking Point

Israel Hints: We'll Strike Syria Again

Senior official tells NYT: "If Assad attacks Israel, he will risk forfeiting his regime, for Israel will retaliate."

Israel Hints: We'll Strike Syria Again

Syria will 'Respond Immediately' to More Israeli Strikes

"Our retaliation will be strong and will be painful against Israel" for more attacks, says Syrian minister.

Syria will 'Respond Immediately' to More Israeli Strikes

Leader of Jihadist Rebel Force Wounded in Syria

The leader of the jihadist rebel force al-Nusra Front wounded by an army bombing near the Syrian capital.

Leader of Jihadist Rebel Force Wounded in Syria

Dayan: Israel Has a Choice Between Bad and Worse

Former IDF general says Israelis should give thanks each day for the Golan.

Dayan: Israel Has a Choice Between Bad and Worse

Third Syrian Shell in 24 Hours Hits Golan

A stray mortar shell causes no casualties or damage. Two rockets were fired from Syria Monday.

Third Syrian Shell in 24 Hours Hits Golan

Syria Turning into Regional Proxy War Zone

Analysis: crumbling state turning into arena for "existential struggle" between Jordanians, Israelis and Iranians.

Syria Turning into Regional Proxy War Zone

Obama's "Red Line" on Syria Bleeds into a "Calculus"

Obama's "Red Line" on Syria Bleeds into a "Calculus"

Assad's Army, Militias Go On the Offensive

Assad's Army, Militias Go On the Offensive

Syria: We won't Use Chemical Weapons on Israel

Damascus will not use chemical weapons against its own citizens, or in war with Israel, says Information Minister.

Syria: We won't Use Chemical Weapons on Israel

IDF: Assad Used Chemical Weapons

Several people were killed when regime used chemical weapons, most likely sarin, a top intelligence officer reveals.

IDF: Assad Used Chemical Weapons

Syrian Rebels Sought Intel on Israel

Israeli Arab who fought with ‘Global Jihad’ says rebels wanted intel on Israel. Security experts warn of ‘dangerous phenomenon.'

Syrian Rebels Sought Intel on Israel

Israeli Source Confirms: Chemical Weapons Used in Syria Attack

An Israeli source confirms that chemical weapons were used Tuesday in attacks in Syria. Obama, Netanyahu to discuss.

Israeli Source Confirms: Chemical Weapons Used in Syria Attack

Expert: Hizbullah has Chemical Weapons, is Afraid to Use Them

Syria’s chemical weapons could become a world problem, INSS expert warns. Rebels, not Hizbullah, the biggest threat.

Expert: Hizbullah has Chemical Weapons, is Afraid to Use Them

Assad: I am not a Monster

Syrian strongman: "I am human, and I am a doctor. I am pained by scenes of blood and death."

Assad: I am not a Monster

Syria: 82 Dead in Bombing at Aleppo University

Twin blasts rip through the university campus in Syria's city of Aleppo, killing at least 82 people and wounding scores more.

Syria: 82 Dead in Bombing at Aleppo University

U.S. May Issue Most Wanted Syrians Playing Cards

The United States is considering issuing a set of playing cards to help identify 100 most wanted figures of the Syrian regime.

U.S. May Issue Most Wanted Syrians Playing Cards

Assad Calls to Mobilize against ‘Terrorist’ Rebels

In a rare public speech, Syria’s President Assad calls for “full national mobilization” against “terrorist” rebels.

Assad Calls to Mobilize against ‘Terrorist’ Rebels

'At Least 90' Killed Outside Syria Bakery

Activists estimate casualty toll could reach 200. Graphic video.

'At Least 90' Killed Outside Syria Bakery

Syrian 'Spillover' Continues: Shells Hit Golan Community

Mortar shells were fired from Syria into Israel, with one of them hitting a neighborhood in the religious Zionist community Alonei HaBashan.

Syrian 'Spillover' Continues: Shells Hit Golan Community

‘America Wants Bloodshed,’ Syrian Opposition Source Claims

A leading figure in the Syrian opposition accuses the US of seeking continued civil war.

‘America Wants Bloodshed,’ Syrian Opposition Source Claims

‘Giving Up the Golan would be National Suicide’

Giving up the Golan would bring Al-Qaeda to the shores of the Kinneret, Foreign Minister warns.

‘Giving Up the Golan would be National Suicide’

Iran blames U.S., Israel for Syria Bloodshed

Fighting in Syria continues despite calls for holiday ceasefire; at least 60 dead. Iran blames America, Israel.

Iran blames U.S., Israel for Syria Bloodshed

49 Dead in Syria Airstrikes

Syrian jets strike the rebel-held town of Maarat al-Numan, killing 49, as UN and Arab League push for a ceasefire.

49 Dead in Syria Airstrikes

Report: Syrian Air Force Drops Cluster Bombs on Civilians

The Syrian Air Force has dropped cluster bombs on civilian areas in Syria's cities, a human rights organization says.

Report: Syrian Air Force Drops Cluster Bombs on Civilians

Syria Rebels in Unity Bid

Rebels announced plans to overcome divisions and stem the proliferation of militias.

Syria Rebels in Unity Bid

Syrian Goes from Slaughtering Animals to Knifing Soldiers

Lebanese newspaper brings the story of Faez, 31, animal slaughterer turned killer of Syrian soldiers.

Syrian Goes from Slaughtering Animals to Knifing Soldiers

Morsi: Time for Assad to Go

Egyptian strongman: regime must leave. Syrian opposition says 80 were killed in bombing of northern city.

Morsi: Time for Assad to Go

Golan Commander: Be Prepared for the Worst

Commander: as Syria battles, be prepared for worst-case scenario.

Golan Commander: Be Prepared for the Worst

‘Sinai Abandoned to Terror’

Former Israeli foreign minister meets UN Chief, warns that Sinai terror ‘isn’t just Israel’s problem.’

‘Sinai Abandoned to Terror’

White House Blames Russia, China for Annan Resignation

Kofi Annan quits post as the UN-Arab League peace envoy for Syria.

White House Blames Russia, China for Annan Resignation

Technion Prof. Supports Assad

Prof. Kalman Altman: The rebels present massacres they committed as Assad's doing.

Technion Prof. Supports Assad

Israel: Syrian Forces Crossed into Our Territory

Israel files a complaint with the UN after Syrian forces fighting rebels cross 1974 Armistice Line.

Israel: Syrian Forces Crossed into Our Territory

UN Security Council Extends Syrian Monitoring Mission

The UN Security Council votes unanimously to extend its monitoring mission in Syria for 30 days.

UN Security Council Extends Syrian Monitoring Mission

Bashar Assad 'Ready to Leave'?

Assad is ready to give up power "in a civilized manner," says Russian envoy to Paris. Syria denies it.

Bashar Assad 'Ready to Leave'?

Assad Strikes Back!

Deadly rebel bombing that left several key advisers to Syrian president Bashar al-Assad dead has led to a brutal counter-punch in Damascus

Assad Strikes Back!

Top Syrian Minister Killed in Damascus Attack

Syria’s Defense Minister has been killed in a suicide bombing in Damascus.

Top Syrian Minister Killed in Damascus Attack

Assad Regime 'Ready to Use Chemical Weapons'

The most senior Syrian politician to defect to the opposition told the BBC that regime will not hesitate to use chemical weapons.

Assad Regime 'Ready to Use Chemical Weapons'

Assad's Forces Massacre Hundreds in Hama

Syrian government troops, using tanks and helicopters, massacre more than 100 people in the province of Hama.

Assad's Forces Massacre Hundreds in Hama

Peacenik Canadian Arab Joins Syria Rebels

Engineer Thawaiba Kanafani of Toronto volunteers for Free Army. Blames Assad for war with Israel.

Peacenik Canadian Arab Joins Syria Rebels

Syria Army Lost 6% of Armored Force – Report

Former Syrian officer's study says Syrian army has lost 8,763 men in the civil war.

Syria Army Lost 6% of Armored Force – Report

Officer: 'We are Preparing for Possibility of War'

Commander of Division 36 in Golan says IDF bracing for likelihood of terror attack on Syria border.

Officer: 'We are Preparing for Possibility of War'

Syria Rebels Capture Base 'with Inside Help'

Free Army battalions in western rural Aleppo say they captured a base in the town of Daret Ezzah.

Syria Rebels Capture Base 'with Inside Help'

Syria: Defecting Pilot is a 'Traitor'

Damascus wants its MiG-21 back. Jordan says pilot can stay on humanitarian grounds.

Syria: Defecting Pilot is a 'Traitor'

Russian Ship with Syrian Choppers 'Turns Back'

Following British pressure on an insurance company at U.S. behest, attack helicopters will not reach Syria.

Russian Ship with Syrian Choppers 'Turns Back'

Russian Commandos 'to Escort Assad Out of Syria'

Voice of Israel cites Russian reports that say Russian commandos may sail to Syria to escort Assad to safety.

Russian Commandos 'to Escort Assad Out of Syria'

IDF: Iran Realizing Assad is Finished

IDF Spokesman notes "desperate effort by Iran and Hizbullah to help the Assad regime survive."

IDF: Iran Realizing Assad is Finished

EU to Assad: No More Luxuries for You

The European Union imposes a ban on exporting some luxury items to Syria.

EU to Assad: No More Luxuries for You

Opposition Leader: Assad Should Transfer Power to Deputy

The new leader of Syria's exiled opposition calls President Bashar al-Assad to transfer power to his deputy.

Opposition Leader: Assad Should Transfer Power to Deputy

Kara: All of Assad's Officers Were Trained in Iran

Deputy Minister Ayoub Kara warns of the dangerous connection between Syria's Assad, Iran and Hizbullah.

Kara: All of Assad's Officers Were Trained in Iran

Assad Regime Crumbling?

Reports say rebels took over Air Force base in Homs, shell struck government building inside Damascus.

Assad Regime Crumbling?

‘Evil Iran-Syria-Hizbullah Axis Bares Its Face,’ Says Netanyahu

The “evil axis” of Iran, Syria and Hizbullah has “bared its face.” The world now sees Israel's true environment, Netanyahu says.

‘Evil Iran-Syria-Hizbullah Axis Bares Its Face,’ Says Netanyahu

U.S., Allies Call for Syria Transition Government

The U.S., EU, Turkey and Arab states agree Assad must go but Russia and China are as obstinate as ever.

U.S., Allies Call for Syria Transition Government

Syria Expels Ambassadors Who've Already Left

Kicks out U.S., British, Turkish, French, Swiss, Spanish and Italian ambassadors, attaches from Belgium, Bulgaria and Canada.

Syria Expels Ambassadors Who've Already Left

EU Preparing More Syria Sanctions

Hillary Clinton: Russian refusal to allow intervention in Syria may contribute to a civil war.

EU Preparing More Syria Sanctions

The Free World is Indifferent to Syrian Brutality

The  Free World is Indifferent to Syrian Brutality