Panetta Criticizes Obama Over Failure in Syria
In new book, former defense chief criticizes Obama's backtracking on action in Syria over its use of chemical weapons.
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Assad Promises Full Compliance With Inspectors
Syrian president says he will comply with Russian-brokered deal over chemical weapons, but warns "rebels" could attack inspectors.
Russia Mulls Sending Troops to 'Monitor' Syria
Russian Foreign Minister makes the suggestion on Russian TV, as mortar round strikes Damascus embassy.
Syria Hands in Data on Chemical Arsenal
Syria hands over complete data on its chemical arsenal, meeting a Saturday deadline to avert military strikes
Syria won't Make Chemical Deadline
Assad was to produce a list of chemical sites by Saturday but US says it's not "a hard and fast deadline."
Yaalon: Military Threat Brings Solutions
The deal over Syria's chemical weapons proves that a credible threat of force can bring diplomatic solutions, says Defense Minister.
Hollande Doesn't Rule Out Syria Strike
"The military option must remain" despite Syria's agreement to eradicate its chemical weapons, says French President.
Syria: We Take This Agreement Very Seriously
Syria's information minister says his country "does not waste time" and is already implementing the Russia-U.S. deal.
Kerry to Syria: You’re Not Off the Hook Yet
"The threat of force remains," Kerry warns Syria in a news conference with Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.
Obama: Force Still an Option on Iran
Despite Syria deal, “the threat... against Israel, that a nuclear Iran poses, is much closer to our core interests.”
PM: 'We're in a Regional Earthquake'
Prime Minister says “not words, but deeds and results” are what matters, regarding Syria and Iran.
Syrian Minister: US-Russian Plan a 'Victory'
The plan to remove Syria's chemical weapons is a "victory" that averts a war, says Minister Ali Haidar.
Prime Minister Netanyahu Meets Kerry
US Secretary of State lands at Ben Gurion Airport; talks with PM revolve around Syria and ongoing Israel-PA negotiations.
Syrian Rebels Reject U.S.-Russia Initiative
"We cannot accept any part" of the initiative to disarm Syria of its chemical weapons, says Free Syrian Army head.
McCain and Graham Slam Syria Agreement
"Assad will deceive the world," say Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham of the U.S.-Russia agreement on Syria's chemical weapons.
US, Russia Reach Deal on Syria
Syria's chemical weapons must be destroyed or removed by mid-2014. Obama: force still an option.
Kerry to Syria: This Is Not a Game
A U.S. threat to attack Syria for gassing its own people remains an option, stresses Secretary of State John Kerry.
Syria Joins Anti-Chemical Weapons Treaty
Syria's UN ambassador his country has joined the anti-chemical weapons treaty. State Dept.: Military option still on the table.
Chemical Threat 'Neither Theoretical Nor Distant'
Foreign Ministry spokesman voices doubt over Russian-led initiative to force Syrian regime to hand over chemical weapons.
‘Russia, Iran and Syria Defeated America’
Former Israeli ambassador to US the: Iran-Syria-Russia victory signals an end to U.S. deterrence in the Middle East.
Putin Appeals to Americans on Syria Intervention
Russian President appeals to Americans, warns that U.S. intervention is becoming “ineffective and pointless.”
Syrian MP Threatens Israel, U.S. Bases
Kurdish Syrian MP tells Hezbollah TV: If U.S. attacks us, we'll respond by targeting Israel and the American bases in the Gulf.
Senate Could Vote on Syria Next Week
Senate could vote on Syria strike as soon as next week if efforts to find a diplomatic solution to the crisis fail.
Security Council Talks End with No Progress
UN Security Council envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the U.S. talk about Syria, but no agreement reached.
Security Council to Discuss Syria, Again
Envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States will meet Wednesday night to discuss the situation in Syria.
Netanyahu Links US Response in Syria to Iran
Despite regional doubts over US resolve, Israeli President Shimon Peres voices confidence over Obama administration's Syria policy.
Text of Obama Speech: 'Our Leadership is at Stake'
"Our ideals and principles, as well as our national security, are at stake in Syria," president tells nation.
Iran: Strike on Syria May Trigger Attack on Israel
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister: In the event of a U.S. attack on Syria, some groups may retaliate by striking the Jewish state.
If We Don't React, Assad Will Use Chemicals Again
In speech to the nation, Obama makes the case for a strike on Syria but says he'll give Russian proposal a chance.
Kerry and Lavrov to Discuss Deal on Syria
Security Council meeting on Syria postponed, as Obama decides to send Kerry to discuss Russia's proposal on Syria's chemical weapons.
Obama Asks Congress to Delay Votes on Syria
Obama asks to delay votes on authorizing military strikes against Syria in order to give Russian proposal a chance.
Obama to Discuss Russian Plan at Security Council
Kerry: America supports Russian proposal, ‘but we’re not waiting for long.’
Jerusalem: Too Early for Champagne on Syria
Russian, Syrian interests diametrically opposed to the West's, diplomats note; urge caution on Russian offer to supervise chemical weapons.
Lieberman: Assad's a Target if Israel is Attacked
Former Foreign Minister says details of Russia's offer on supervision of chemical weapons in Syria are unclear.
Hezbollah: No Military Solution to Syria
Possible U.S. strike on Syria would affect "the entire world," says Hezbollah deputy leader.
Radical Cleric: Let U.S. Attack in Syria
Radical Egyptian cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi says he supports strike in Syria because “the Muslims cannot do it.”
Senate Vote on Syria Strike Delayed
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid delays a procedural vote on a military strike in Syria, which was scheduled for Wednesday.
Obama: Russia's Proposal Significant
Obama in media blitz: Russia's proposal regarding Syria is a positive development, but I'm skeptical Syria would comply.
France Sets Conditions for Russian Proposal
A proposal to have Assad hand over his chemical weapons arsenal is acceptable under certain conditions, says French FM Fabius.
Russia Urges Syria to Give up Chemical Weapons
Russian FM urges Assad regime to surrender its chemical weapon stockpile to avoid western military strikes.
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