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Israel Warns 'Harsh Response' If Syria Enters Golan
Syria and Israel have been technically at war since 1948 and have fought at least three major conflicts, including in 1967 when Israel seized the Golan Heights.
Tel Aviv Diary: How Long Can Israel Protect Refugees?
Thousands of Syrian refugees are camping out close to the Israeli border, under the assumption Assad won't attack so close to Israel's domain.
ISIS Says Chief Baghdadi's Son Killed in Syria
The whereabouts and fate of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi himself remain unknown.
Russia Doubts Trump Wants to 'Get Out ASAP' From Syria
Report says Trump wants a deal with Russia to get the U.S. out of Syria "ASAP," but the Kremlin says it has "no idea" what CNN is talking about.
Rebel Leader Blames 'U.S. Silence' as Assad Takes South
Opposition negotiator Nasr al-Hariri said such "U.S. silence" could only be due to a "malicious deal" made between foreign powers involved in Syria's war.
Russia Withdraws Soldiers, Military Aircraft From Syria
Putin praised the Russian military's success in Syria, saying the "army clearly demonstrated its growing potential and better coordination among military units in the struggle with terrorists."
Tel Aviv Diary: A War or a Peace Agreement?
Hamas might decide that a war, with the inevitable Palestinian fatalities, will wake up the world to Gaza's situation.
Russia Ends U.S. Ceasefire in South Syria Amid Violence
Syria is reclaiming one of its final rebel-held regions, but Israel has reportedly continued to strike Iranian assets in the heart of the war-torn country.
Hezbollah Blocked from Twitter and Facebook
If true, this would be at least the second that the militant group has lost access to its Facebook account in as many years.
U.S. Coalition Battles 'Hostile Force' Near Syria Base
The U.S.-led coalition is tasked with battling ISIS, but it has occasionally clashed with pro-Syrian government forces also battling the jihadis.
Iran, Hezbollah Pull Back From Israeli-Syrian Border
Following the reports on Russia and Israel's agreement, a top Iranian general initially brushed aside the possibility of withdrawal.
Iraq Groups Warn of Attack on U.S., Israel Over Strikes
The U.S.-led coalition battling ISIS has denied responsibility for the strikes.
'Volcanoes of Fire': Syrian Rebels Promise Tough Fight
"We have made up our minds. There will be no retreat from the principles of the revolution or surrender of a single inch of the Syrian south."
Syria Rebels Burn $1.4 Million in ISIS Drugs
Syrian rebel group Maghawir al-Thawra vowed to keep Al-Tanf free of drugs, but Syria, Russia and Iran say the insurgents and the U.S. have no business there.
Israel Bombs Syria to Stop Refugees Fleeing to Europe
Netanyahu accused Iran of bringing some 80,000 Shiite fighters to Syria, from countries such as Afghanistan and Pakistan, to "convert" Sunni Muslims in Syria and launch attacks against Israel.
Poll Reveals American's Most Feared World Leader
Democrats and Republicans voted very differently on this one.
Syrian War to Be Over in 'Less Than a Year,' Assad Says
Assad also said that Russia does not dictate his government's actions.
Israeli Leader: Assad 'No Longer Immune' From Attack
"He is no longer immune. His regime is no longer immune," the Israeli leader said.
Assad: U.S. and Russia Almost Fought in Syria
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said a U.S.-Russia conflict "was avoided, not by the wisdom of the American leadership but by the wisdom of the Russian leadership."
Syria's Assad to Trump: 'You Are What You Say You Are'
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said only "people that you trust, people who are level-headed, people who are thoughtful, people who are moral, ethical" must be listened to.
Saudi Arabia Wants to Build Arab Army in Syria: Report
President Donald Trump called for Arab partners to contribute more to the fight against ISIS in Syria, but Saudi backing could further complicate the war.
U.S. To Leave Syria Base Opposed by Russia: Report
The U.S. may reportedly dismantle its Al-Tanf base in exchange for a withdrawal of both pro-Assad and anti-Assad militias, leaving the Syrian army in control.
Russia Building Weapons Based on U.S. Missiles in Syria
Moscow is studying the remains of Tomahawk rockets to exploit their weaknesses.
Russia May Move Iran's Militants Away From Israel
Israel will also meet with U.S. national security adviser John Bolton on Tuesday to hammer out an agreement on Iran.
Iran to U.S.: We're Invited to Iraq and Syria, Are You?
An Iranian Revolutionary Guards official said his forces were in Iraq and Syria legally, and "if anyone should leave the region, it would be the meddlesome U.S."
Israel Bombs Hezbollah, Syria Fires Back: Report
Syria, Lebanon and a pro-opposition monitor reported new Israeli strikes on a military position in the central Homs province.
New Report Details U.S. Battle With Russians, Syrians
A New York Times report revealed the battle between the U.S.-led coalition and pro-Syrian government fighters in dramatic detail.
U.S. Gave Israel Jerusalem, Will Golan Heights Be Next?
Israel first occupied Syria's Golan Heights during the 1967 Six-Day War and annexed it in 1981 without international recognition.
Iran Is at 'Peak of Power' and Ready if U.S. Strikes
The Iranian military's chief of staff said America "is a disloyal, atrocious, criminal, isolated, angry enemy with disloyal, corrupt leaders."
Iran Tells Russia It's Staying in Syria, U.S. Must Go
Iran's Foreign Ministry said "No one can force Iran to do anything" and it would stay in Syria as long as it was welcome.