Syrian Troubles Spill Over Into Lebanon
Syrians have been captured in Lebanon.
Syria
Syria Rebels Claim Responsibility for Hotel Blast
The Syrian government has labelled it a terrorist attack
Panetta Accuses Iran of Creating Pro-Government Militia in Syria
Must've missed the memo about U.S. support of anti-government militias in Syria. Glass houses and all that
Explosion Rocks Damascus Hotel Used By UN Staff
The Syrian government blamed rebels on the terrorist attack
Assad May Control Only One-Third of Syria
The former prime minister says territory is slipping from the regime's grip
Syrian Rebels Use Hostages for Leverage
Abduction appears part of a wider strategy shift to target perceived backers of Bashar Assad.
Panetta: Syria No-Fly Zone "Not On Front Burner"
The U.S. could do it, the defense secretary said, but it would require a "major policy decision" that hasn't been made yet
Fresh Onslaught in Damascus and Aleppo
Government forces renew attack on rebels with heavy weapons.
Syrian Refugees Concern for Jordan
The typically stable country could be affected by Syrian retaliation.
Panetta Rejects Syrian No-Fly Zone
The Secretary of Defense says that there are no plans for a no-fly zone, despite calls from the rebels for one to be put in place.
Muslim Group Reconsidering Syrian Membership
Muslim leaders are discussing whether to expel Syria from the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.
Libyan Fighters Join Rebels in Syria
Vetrans of Libya's uprising have arrived in Syria to help train and organise the rebels.
Senior Assad Aide in China to Discuss Crisis
China has vetoed resolutions against Assad's regime.
Syrian Ex-Prime Minister Says Regime is Collapsing
Riad Hijab claims that the regime does not control more than thirty percent of territory.
Muslim Leaders Gather to Discuss Syria
Iranian, Saudi Arabian leaders support opposite sides in civil war.
Syria State Media Says Downed Plane Had Technical Malfunction
Dispute rebel claim that it was shot down
State Department Analyst: US is Searching For Every Tool to Pressure Syria
Announcement comes amid new sanctions.
Syrian Rebels Shoot Down Fighter Jet
Plane was shot down in Deir Ezzor as fighting continues in Aleppo.
Assad Would Welcome Talks With Rebels, Claims Ambassador
Syria's ambassador to Iran has said that Assad would be willing to talk with the rebels under his own supervision.
Syrian Rebel Atrocities Continue
Recent footage allegedly shows the bodies of government officials being thrown from buildings.
Syrian Talks Postponed
The Arab League had been scheduled to discuss the situation in Syria and a replacement for current peace envoy Kofi Annan.
Rebels Call for No-Fly Zone
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation is set to consider imposing no-fly zones on the borders of Turkey and Jordan amid escalating violence in Syria.
Clinton Establishes Syria Working Group
The US and Turkey are to work together to develop a joint response to the war in Syria.
Syrian Rebels Running Low on Guns, Ammo
Government continues efforts to consolidate control of Aleppo.
Former Algerian Foreign Minister Expected to Replace Annan as Syrian Envoy
Urges world leaders to overcome differences. Why hadn't anybody suggested that before?
New U.S. Sanctions Against Hezbollah
Over the terrorist group's support of Syria's Bashar Assad
Obama Administration Preparing New Sanctions on Syria
Senior officials speaking on condition of anonymity revealed that the new sanctions are imminent.
Clinton to Discuss Syria in Turkey
Despite calls for support from the rebels it is unlikely the US will commit to military assistance in Syria.
Conservatives Attack French President Over Lack of Leadership on Syria
Opposition politicians want Hollande to cut his vacation short to address the situation in Syria.
Bombardment of Aleppo Resumes
Rebels claim to be running low on supplies as they retreat north.
150,000 Registered Refugees in Syria's Four Neighbors
50,227 refugees have been recorded in Turkey, with the rest in Lebanon, Iraq, and Jordan.
UK to Give Syrian Rebels £5 Million
The money is for communication equipment and medical supplies.
Assad Names New Syria Prime Minister
Appoints Sunni Muslim from the southern province where the Syrian uprising erupted 17 months ago.
Iran Seeks Peacemaker Role in Syria
Twenty-five nations present at conference, but none back rebel forces.
French Government Rebukes Sarkozy Over Syria Comments
The Socialists want the former president to shut up and stand behind his country
Is Replacing Annan in Syria Worth It?
Mediation may no longer be an option with all the sieges and violence and whatnot.
Syria Rebels Placing Roadside Bombs Around Aleppo
The army continues to push into the rebel stronghold
Iranian Pilgrims Kidnapped in Syria Linked to Military
"Retired" members of the Revolutionary Guard are among the 48 pilgrims taken hostage by rebels in Damascus
Syrian Rebels Have Retreated From Parts of Aleppo
A heavy government assault has forced rebels to abandon some of their positions.
Jordanian Officials Confirm That They Are Hosting Syria's Prime Minister
Riyad Hijab fled Syria earlier this week with his family.
Heavy Fighting Reported in Aleppo
The government's heavy weapons continue to face fierce resistance in Syria's largest city.
Clinton Says It's Time To Plan A Syrian Political Transition
The Secretary of State made the remarks during talks in South Africa.
