UNRWA: Syrian Forces Killing Palestinians

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

Syrian Navy Shells Latakia, Death Toll Rises

Syria's navy shelled Latakia killing at least eight as the brutal crackdown in the scenic coastal city enters its second day.

Assad Calls Off Hama Siege

Troops loyal to Syrian President Bashar Assad pulled out of the central city of Hama after a bloody 10 day siege.

Assad Keeps Shooting as Protesters Flood Streets

Tens of thousands of protesters flooded Syria's streets after Friday prayers despite the bloody five day crackdown in Hama.

Arab Masses Criticize Syria While Their Leaders Remain Silent

Assad's crackdown on protesters in Hama has been met with criticism by Arab masses in other countries. Their leaders remain silent.

EU Expanding Sanctions After Hama Massacre

The European Union added five Syrian officials to its list of sanctions following the slaughter of 140 in Hama.

Assad Praises Army for Hama Slaughter

Syrian president Bashar Assad praised his army for the slaughter of at least 84 protesters in Hama; blames "conspiracies."

Syrian Pipeline Sabotaged Near Homs

An oil pipeline was sabotaged near the Syrian protest city of Homs; Damascus' output down 37%.

New Syrian Law Allows Formation of Political Parties

Syrian cabinet passes law that would allow the formation of new political parties...so long as they pledge allegiance to Assad.

Assad Sacks Another Governor as Violence Continues

Syrian President Bashar Assad replaces the governor of Deir al-Zor as protests against his regime continue in full force.

Assad 'Death Squads' Raid Homs

Assad 'Death Squads' Raid Homs

The Syrian regimes bloody crackdown continues in Homs where up to 50 people have been killed as gunman fire machine-guns in the streets.

Iran Says Syrian Turmoil an Israeli-American Plot

Iranian officials visiting Lebanon warn that Syria's internal unrest is the result of an American-Israeli plot; warn Lebanon to be 'vigilant.'

Assad Gunmen Kill 13 as Homs Violence Continues Unabated

Renewed violence in Homs, Syria enters its third day with the death toll rising to at least 43; political violence joined by sectarian violence.

Qatar Recalls Envoy Amidst Syrian Bloodshed

Qatar recalls its Syrian envoy after its embassy is attacked by Assad loyalists; 30 protesters were killed overnight in the central city of Homs.

Syrian Troops Detain 500 in Border Town

Syrian soldiers rounded up more than 500 people Sunday in a town near the border with Lebanon.

Death Toll in Assad's Brutal Crackdown Continues to Rise

Syrian forces killed 8 and arrested dozens, including artists and intellectuals, as the Arab League condemns 'foreign interference' in the country.

New Arab League Chief Slams 'Foreign Intereference' on Syria

The new head of the Arab League stood with Syria in slamming "foreign interference" while meeting in Damascus with President Bashar al-Assad.

Syria Slams Clinton 'Provocation'

Clinton says Syrian president "is not indispensable" after Damascus mob attacked US and French embassies.

Arab Spring: Singer who Called for Assad’s Ouster Killed

Syrian singer Ibrahim Qashoush wrote a song calling for Syrian President Assad's ouster. His body was later found in a river in Hama.

US Ambassador in Hama; Syrian Violence Continues

Assad forces raided a Damascus suburb overnight; US Ambassador Robert Ford is in volatile Hama; more protests expected after Friday prayers.

Gun Battles Continue in Hama

Violence continues in the central Syrian city of Hama where 23 people have been killed in clashes with Assad's regime; activists call for boycotts.

A Tale of Torture in Syria

A demonstrator talks: Protesters in Syria are being beaten and tortured. Twitter is being monitored by the government. Facebook is not safe.

Hama Death Toll Rises to 23

The death-toll in Assad's crackdown in Hama has risen to 23 in two days following some of the largest protests his regime has faced to date.

Residents Mobilize to Defend Hama in Syria

Residents in Hama, Syria are mobilizing to deny security forces access to the city after six, including a 12yo boy, were killed by Assad's troops

Syrians Take to the Streets as Crackdown Continues

Tens of thousands of Syrians took to the streets chanting President Bashar Assad should "leave"; 3 killed as assault on northern villages goes on.

Syria Fails to Deflect Criticism Onto 'Israeli Occupation'

Assad's regime tried to shift focus from its brutal crackdown to Israel's presence in the Golan during a meeting of the UN Security Council.

Aleppo Braces for Mass Protests

Syria's economic hub of Aleppo is bracing itself for mass rallies as activists call for protesters to 'light the spark of revolution.'

Syrian Forces Kill 9 After Friday Prayers

Syrian forces killed 9 anti-government demonstrators after Friday afternoon Muslim prayers as 13 weeks of demands for reform, repression, continues

Syrian Opposition Forms Revolutionary 'National Council'

Revolutionary “National Council” formed to maintain opposition's struggle against the Assad regime.

Tens of Thousands Rally in Syria Despite Crackdown

Tens of thousands flooded onto Syria's streets after Friday afternoon prayers to protest Assad's regime despite the President's bloody crackdown.

‘Tanks and Helicopters’ Mow Down Syria Protesters

Death toll tops 1,200 civilians in 12-week struggle by Syrian despot to maintain power. Soldiers describe atrocities.

UN Prepares to Condemn Syria

The United Nations is preparing to condemn Syria for its murderous crackdown on protests against the Assad regime.

Syria: Preparing for Battle in Jisr al-Shughour

Young Syrians are preparing to strike back against government forces whose brutality has driven away most of Jisr al-Shughour's residents.

In Syria, 1948 Arab Refugees are Expendable

The descendant of a former Arab resident of Israel living in Syria tells reporters that blood of Arab refugees is "cheap" there.

Syrian Soldiers Massacre 120 in Own Ranks

Syrian soldiers are killing soldiers in the northern part of the country, according to a source who spoke with Israel National News.

Assad Forms National Dialogue Committee

Syrian President Assad forms a committee to set up bases for a national dialogue, releases political prisoners.

Assad Announces Amnesty, Opposition Unimpressed

Assad grants general amnesty for crimes committed before May 31, 2011. "It's too little, too late," say opposition members.

13 Year Old Boy is Symbol of Syrian Revolution

A 13-year-old boy has become the new symbol of the grassroots Syrian Revolution that threatens the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.

Lebanese Ask if Syria Attacked UNIFIL

Italy says it will reduce its UNIFIL contingent following an attack on its troops in Lebanon, but UNIFIL denies the report.

IDF Closes Northern Golan Heights Border Area

The IDF has declared the northern Golan Heights a closed military zone.

Video: Syrian Forces Shoot Young Boy as Death Toll Reaches 900

A new video shows protestors in Syria burning a car, followed by security forces shooting at the crowd, including a young boy.

Syrian Tanks Fire on Al-Arida Homes

Syrian government troops aimed tank fire at unarmed civilians in the city of Al-Arida near the Lebanese border Thursday.

EU Will Extend Syria Sanctions, Include Assad

European Union expected to extend its sanctions on Syria next week to include Assad, diplomat says.

US Targets Syria's Assad With Sanctions

The United States targets Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, six top officials, with economic sanctions aimed at attenuating his brutal crackdown.

Assad Admits 'Mistakes,' Keeps Shooting

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad admits his forces have "made mistakes," but keeps on shooting as International pressure mounts.

Expert: "Israel and America - the Last Supporters of Assad"

Arutz Sheva speaks with Prof. Eyal Zisser about events on Syrian border. He explains that the protesters feel they succeeded

Syrian Army Shells Homes, Hundreds Flee to Lebanon

Families fled to Lebanon Saturday when Syrian forces shelled homes in the village of Tal Kalakh. Syria has entered its eighth week of protests.

Jordan Cozies Up to Assad

Jodan's Prime Minister calls to wish Assad's regime well as the US and west seek to isolate it for its bloody crackdown.

Clinton Says US Pressuring Syria As Assad Cracks Down

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the United States continues efforts pressure Syria as Assad's crackdown intensifies.

Syrian Tanks Shell Homes; Rebels Attack Soldiers

Syrian tanks on Wednesday shelled residences in Homs, the country’s third largest city as Assad continues to defy Western warnings.

Assad’s Cousin Says an Unstable Syria is Bad for Israel

What’s bad for Bashar Assad is bad for Israel, and vice versa, the Syria dictator’s cousin tells The New York Times as the death toll passes 700.

EU Announces Initial Sanctions Against Syria

The EU published a sanctions list against Syrian officials instrumental in violent repression.

EU to Impose Arms Embargo on Syria

As protests in Syria continue to be repressed, EU announces arms embargo, sanctions against officials. Assad is not included in the sanctions.

Syrian Security Forces Kill 6+; Arrest Opposition Leader

Syrian forces kill at least six people with live fire Friday as thousands join "Day of Defiance" demonstrations; opposition leader arrested.

Syrian Tanks Deploy Around Banias in North

Assad's tanks outside northern coastal city, as Dara'a siege is eased.

Syrian Gov't Orders Daraa Pullout, Looks to Negotiate

Syria's government orders a military pullout from protest-rocked southern town of Daraa as it looks to open talks with an embittered opposition.

Video: Syrian Soldier’s Testimony on Shooting of Civilians

A video from Syria shows the testimony of a soldier who defected after refusing to kill unarmed civilians. Assad’s forces shot at him.

Obama Excludes Assad from Symbolic Sanctions against Syria

President Obama bowed to increasing pressure from critics and imposed weak sanctions against three Syrian officials, who will barely be affected.

Syria, Candidate for UN Rights Council, Cuts Off Water Supplies

Syria, a candidate for the UN Human Rights Council, cuts off water and electricity to the city of Dara'a, near Jordan. Army seals border.

Syrian Soldiers Deploy in Damascus Suburb

Assad’s soldiers entered Damascus suburb to stop a march on the capital. Six-year-old girl killed in Daraa. Reports of soldiers defecting.