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Analysis: Iran is closing in on Israel

Iran has completed a land bridge connecting the Iranian border in Iraq with the Syrian Golan Heights and the Mediterranean Sea. And more.

IDF Declares 'Closed Military Zone' in Golan, Then Cancels

Area in north-eastern Golan shut off as IDF says it is following Syrian fighting, but shortly afterwards IDF cancels the move.

IDF Officer Wounded by Syrian Gunfire

Soldier lightly wounded by cross-border fire, IDF responds by hitting points of attack.

IDF Comes Under Fire Along Syrian Border

IDF routine patrol is targeted by gunfire from Syria, where rebels have taken control.

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Syrian Warplanes Approach Border; IAF Deployed

No contact between two air forces, but it was a close call.

IDF Kills 2 Hezbollah Terrorists Planting Bomb on Syrian Border

Soldiers clash with terrorists who tried blowing up border fence on Golan Heights.

Powerful Explosion Heard in Golan Heights

Explosion near IDF vehicle on patrol near the Syrian border causes no injuries. IDF investigating.

IDF Changes Rules of Engagement Along Syrian Border

The continued spillover of the fighting in Syria into Israel has caused the IDF to change the rules of engagement along the Syrian border.

FSA: 'The Fall of the Regime Is a Question of Months'

With the Damascus regime losing control of the country, the Syrian rebel army gains confidence

Syria to Refugees: Time to Come Home

Syria's interior ministry on Thursday called on refugees who escaped to Turkey, Jordan and Lebanon to come home

U.S. Proposes New Resolution on Syria

New resolution has Security Council demands an end to violence in Syria, both by government and opposition fighters.

Exclusive: Syrian Embarrasses Russian Ambassador via Skype

Arutz Sheva video: Opposition leader warns Amb. Yakovlev his country will face Hague tribunal for assisting Assad.

Japanese PM Tells Barak: Iran Attack 'Dangerous'

Defense Minister says Assad family will fall within weeks.

Report: Mashaal, Hamas Quit Syria for Good

According to reports, Hamas top terrorist Khaled Mashaal, fearing to return to Syria, will be setting up shop in Qatar.

Syrian Gov't Forces Kill Leading Activists

Four leading anti-government activists were killed Thursday by Assad loyalist forces in an ambush in the northwestern Idlib province.

Russia Suspected of Sending Ammo to Assad

Russia last week managed to outsmart the EU sanctions against Syria and slipped a ship filled with bullets through to the port of Tartus.

Slaughter of Innocents Continues in Syria

At least 16 people died Sunday by mid-day in Syria, including two who were tortured by government forces, human rights activists said.

Arab League Meets to Decide: Time to Invite UN to Syria?

The Arab League is meeting in Cairo Sunday to decide whether it's time to invite the United Nations to join its mission to Syria.

Syrian Air Force Colonel Defects

A top Syrian Air Force colonel has defected to the opposition along with dozens of other soldiers, Arab media reported Saturday.

Syria: Damascus Terror Attack Leaves 25 Dead

At least 25 dead and dozens wounded after a suicide bomber hits a busy Damascus intersection.

Dozens Die Ahead of Monitors' Arrival in Syria

Nearly two dozen Syrians were killed Monday as more Arab League monitors were scheduled to arrive in the country.

Arab League Sends Advance Team to Syria

The Arab League has sent a 10-member advance team to Syria to ensure that monitors will have free access across the country.

5 Iranian Technicians Kidnapped in Syria

Five Iranian electrical engineers have been abducted in Syria by unknown gunmen in the central city of Homs.

Syrian Army Deserters Mowed Down by Machine Guns in Idlib

Dozens of Syrian Army soldiers were shot to death Monday as they fled their base in an attempt to desert in the province of Idlib.

UN Condemns Syria

The United Nations has voted to condemn the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad for its murderous nine-month campaign of violence.

Syria: Security Forces Fire at Protesters Around the Country

At least one person dead in Syria as security forces open fire on anti-government protesters at several locations around the country.

Syrian Army Defectors Kill Loyalist Troops

Clashes at dawn between Syrian Army defectors and government loyalist troops left 27 soldiers and security personnel dead on Thursday.

Syria Death Toll: 1,000 Dead in 10 Days

The UN Security Council has been warned: Syrian citizens are dying by the thousands -- 1,000 in the first 10 days of December.

Chinese, UK Oil Firms Shut Down Operations in Syria

Two foreign oil firms close their Syria operations in response to EU sanctions imposed on the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.

Syrians Vote Despite Battles in the Street

Syrians went out to vote in a nationwide municipal election Monday, despite continued violence and a feeling the polls were useless.

Syrian Military Defectors Battle Loyalists Near Jordan

Army defectors battled their former compatriots Sunday in one of the fiercest battles to wrack the country in Syria's emerging civil war.

Syrian Opposition Calls General Strike, Fears Bloodbath

Syrian opposition forces call a general strike hoping to hasten the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, despite fears of a bloodbath.

Syria: Deaths Continue, Opposition Warns of Impending Massacre

At least 30 people die in protests across Syria, as opposition warns that Assad is planning a massacre in Homs.

Syrian Oil Pipeline to Homs Blown Up

The oil pipeline leading from eastern Syria to the central city of Homs was blown up on Thursday, destroying supplies to the city.

Syrian FM: Assad's Words Distorted by State Dept

Syria's Foreign Ministry is working on damage control, denying President Assad refused to take responsibility for the actions of his troops.

Assad Tells ABC: 'We Don't Kill Our People'

Syrian President Assad tells ABC's Barbara Walters, "No government in the world [would] kill its people unless it's led by a crazy person."

Assad's 'Mexican Standoff' with the Arab League

Syria's president accepts monitors to ensure his troops end violence, but only if the Arab League agrees not to enforce its own deal.

US, French Ambassadors Return to Damascus

The U.S. and France have both returned their ambassadors to Damascus this week as the world hopes to see democracy in Syria.

Syria Accepts Arab League Observers

Syria has aquiesced to an Arab League ultimatum to accept a delegation of observers, or face U.N. involvement.

Assad Ignores Arab League Ultimatum, 25 More Die

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has not responded to an Arab League deadline to sign its initiative to end the violence against its people.

Russia Delivers Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles to Syria

Despite the ongoing crackdown on protesters, Russia has delivered anti-ship cruise missiles to Syria.

Arab League Adds Travel Ban, Tightens Sanctions on Syria

The Cairo-based Arab League has tightened its sanctions on Syria, listing 17 high-ranking officials on a travel ban to other Arab nations.

Kuwait Warns Citizens 'Leave Syria Now'

Kuwait warned its citizens Thursday to leave Syria "to ensure their safety" while they still can.

Turkey Hits Syria with Sanctions

Turkey has struck Syria with a list of economic sanctions designed to break the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.

EU Adds More Sanctions Against Syria

One day after the Arab League imposes sanctions against Syria, the European Union adds to those it has already levied on Damascus.

UNHRC Charges Syria's Assad with Crimes Against Humanity

The UN Human Rights Council has decided Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is guilty of crimes against humanity committed by his troops.

'No-Fly' Zone for Syria

With the blood-drenched soil of Libya barely dry, Syria is poised to face the same fate as Arab nations plan a "no-fly zone."

UNESCO Accepts Syria for Human Rights Committees

UNESCO's executive board has unanimously approved Syria's membership on two human rights committees.

Turkey: Syria at 'Point of No Return'

Turkish President Abdullah Gul warned the Royal Society Wednesday in London that Syria has “come to a point of no return.”

Syrian Army Defectors Attack Damascus Intelligence Complex

Syrian army defectors have launched an attack on a major intelligence complex in Damascus.

UAE, Morocco Condemn Embassy Attacks

Syrian regime loyalists stormed the embassies of the United Arab Emirates and Morocco Wednesday in Damascus over the Arab League suspension.

BBC: Jordan's King Advises Assad to Resign

Jordanian King Abdullah II has publicly called for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step down in an interview with the BBC.

Syria Warns Arab League: Suspending Us is Dangerous

The suspension of Syria from Arab League membership is "illegal," said Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem.

Turkey Evacuates Diplomats' Families from Damascus

Turkey has decided to evacuate the families of diplomats in Damascus after its embassy was attacked.

Armed Mobs Storm Foreign Embassies in Syria

Violent armed mobs stormed foreign embassies in Damascus and Latakia on Saturday, hours after the Arab League suspended Syria.

Syrian Opposition Group Meets with Arab League

A Syrian opposition group is set to meet with the head of the Cairo-based Arab League Wednesday to discuss the nation's worsening violence.

Arab League Warns 'Catastrophe' Imminent in Syria

Arab League secretary-general Nabil el-Arabi warns that a "catastrophic" situation is imminent in Syria.

China Tries Syrian Mediation

China Special Envoy Will Attempt to Help on Reasonable Demands

China is trying to mediate between the Assad regime and a responsible opposition but the opposition may be bogus.

Latakia Bombardment Enters Third Day

Syrian tanks and warships shelled the ancient port city of Latakia for the third straight day bringing the death toll to 31.

UNRWA: Syrian Forces Killing Palestinians

Agency "gravely concerned" about heavy gunfire by Syrian forces in the Palestinian "refugee camp" in Latakia.