Syrians Claim Air Defense Systems Set Off by US-Israeli Cyber Attack

Syrian state media claimed earlier in the day that Syrian air defenses had shot down at least nine Israeli missiles, but left out information about whether any of the missiles had hit their target.

Netanyahu: Terrorists Can ‘Smell Weakness’ As Well As Strength

"No continent, no country is safe from terrorism. We must stand against them together, to build a solid wall of the civilized world against the flood of radicalism."

Israel Defense Forces on High Alert, Preparing for Iranian Direct Retaliation

Quds Force commander Qasem Soleimani this week issued a direct threat to Israel from Damascus after arriving for a briefing on the T-4 air strike.

Liberman: Iran Leading United Northern Front Against Israel

“The northern front presents a paramount strategic challenge that necessitates the IDF and the rest of the security establishment to strengthen even further its readiness."

IDF Confirms Israel Attacked ‘Live Iranian Targets’ in Syria

“It was the first time we attacked live Iranian targets, both facilities and people,” the IDF officer told The New York Times journalist Thomas Friedman.

Assad Asking for $400 Billion to Restore Syrian Economy

Assad is convinced his country would continue its development regardless of Western actions.

Iran Blames Saudis for Attack on Syria, Threatens Retaliation Against Israel

"I Suggest to the Israelis to refrain from foolish steps if they want to continue their treacherous existence."

Saudi King Salman Insists ‘East Jerusalem Must Be Capital of Palestinian State’

The Saudi monarch called for the Arab League gathering to be renamed the “Jerusalem Summit” in solidarity with the Palestinian Authority.

Roger Waters: Syrian Chemical Attack ‘Fake News’

"The White Helmets are a fake organization that exists only to create propaganda for the jihadists and terrorists," Waters asserted.

Satellite Images Reveal Total Damage to Syrian Chemical Site

A Russian diplomat accused the Allied forces of hampering the OPCW investigation of the bombed sites, by obliterating potential evidence of illegal chemicals.

Rumors of Israeli Attacks on an Iranian Base in Syria Flood Social Media

Casualties were reported by the Al Arabiya news network at the Iranian base that was alleged to have been hit.

1 Dead, 3 Wounded After IDF Tank Slips Down Riverbed

As the tank rolled down the incline, it reportedly began to slip down and then fell -- and a shell being carried within the tank exploded.

ISIS Slaughters Egyptian Soldiers at Sinai Base Near Israel’s Border

The site of the attack was quite far from Islamic State's usual attack zone -- and quite close to Israel's southern border with Sinai.

Netanyahu Reiterates Israel’s Support for US Decision to Attack Chemical Weapons in Syria

"The United States, France and the United Kingdom demonstrated that their commitment is not limited to proclamations of principle."

IDF Fears Harsh Russian Response to Allies’ Attack in Syria

"This attack will allow the Americans to say, We have done what is necessary, then leave Syria, forcing Israel to deal with the Iranian threat on the northern border on its own."

Iranian Drone Shot Down in February was Armed for Attack on Jewish State

IDF officials “concluded that the Iranian UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) was armed with explosives and was tasked to attack Israel.”
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While You Were Away: US, UK, France, Bombed 3 Syrian Chemical Sites

Incoming US National Security Adviser John Bolton coordinated over the phone with Israeli National Security Advisor Meir Ben Shabbat prior to the attack.

Third Friday’s Gaza Fence Rally Theme: Burn Israeli Flags

After two Fridays of demonstrations, many in the Arab world are now supporting Israel against Hamas, mostly because those rallies are seen as being initiated and supported by Iran.

At Holocaust Remembrance Day Ceremony, Netanyahu Warns Iran: ‘Don’t Test Israel’s Resolve’

Iran warned Israel Wednesday that it would exact retribution for a missile strike on a Syrian air base earlier in the week in which at least seven Iranian military officials were killed.

Putin Calls Netanyahu to Discuss Syria

The two men “discussed the Syrian issue, including in light of the recent missile strikes by the Israeli Air Force on the T-4 airfield in the Homs province."

Russia Vows to Shoot Down US Missiles, Launchers – Former Coalition Commander Says That...

“I hope the ambassador has chosen his words very carefully because what he’s actually saying is, if the U.S. and allies decide to strike ... they are going to try and sink ships, sink submarines and shoot aircraft out of the sky."

Trump Warns Russia: US Missiles Are Coming

"Our relationship with Russia is worse now than it has ever been, and that includes the Cold War."

Threat of War Rising Over Deadly Chemical Attack in Douma, Syria

A US Navy battle group led by the USS Harry Truman nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is on its way to the Middle East, with a guided missile cruiser and four naval destroyers.

European Air Traffic Control: Beware Attack in Syria in Next 3 Days

The Eurocontrol message cautioned airlines to beware air-to-surface as well as cruise missiles which could happen in their paths during the disruption of radio navigation equipment.

Crown Prince MBS: Saudis Will Join Response to Chemical Attack

“If our alliance with our partners requires it, we will be present.”

Israel Foreign Ministry Condemns Chemical Attack on Douma

“The attack shows clearly that Syria continues to possess lethal chemical weapons capabilities and even to manufacture new ones."

More Asian Airlines Ask Saudis for Airspace Rights for Tel Aviv Flights

Israel's Transportation Ministry said it would also work to ensure fair competition conditions for El Al.

Iran Warns It Will Respond To Syria Strike; Israeli Ambassador To Russia Summoned

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov called the strike on the base a “very dangerous development.”
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Russia Evacuates Rebels’ Families from Chemical Attack Site, Supports UN Inquiry

So now the Russians are at least on the record that something bad enough had taken place in Douma to justify their humanitarian intervention.

Report: 11 Iranian Revolutionary Guards Killed in T-4 Attack in Syria

Arab sources say Israel hit a secret Iranian command and control center in Syria.

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