Tag: Bashar al-Assad
Trump, Putin Agree in Phone Call to Coordinate on ISIS in Syria
US Pres. Trump and Russia's Pres. Putin reportedly agreed in a phone call to coordinate efforts to "crush" ISIS in Syria and maintain "regular personal contacts."
Humanitarian Aid for Syrians Undermining Assad Propangada, Opposition Leaders Say
Syrians know that Israel has been helping families who have been wounded and displaced by the war.
Report: Israel Preparing Preemptive Action against Hezbollah
Hezbollah forces in Syria could turn on the Russians, using their advanced arms, including their anti-aircraft weapons.
IDF Prepares for Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Warfare
The IDF has launched a special unit to deal with nuclear, biological and chemical warfare in the field.
Liberman: Assad the Butcher Should Be Removed
Liberman said that 'any peace agreement should be based on populated-area exchange, which should also include Israeli Arabs who consider themselves to be Palestinian.'
Assad Army Captures Most of Aleppo Rebels’ District
The fall of Aleppo could mark the approaching final days of the Syrian rebel armies, bringing Syria closer to an end of the civil war begun in 2011, and a return of Assad's government control over the country's five major cities.
USMC General (ret.) James ‘Mad Dog’ Mattis Reported to Be Next Secy of Defense
Retired US Marine Corps General James 'Mad Dog' Mattis has reportedly been tapped to head the Pentagon for the Trump Administration.
Report: IAF Attacked Weapons Storehouse, Convoy in Syria
So far there has been no report of the Syrian army firing at the two IAF attacks.
Israeli Ambassador Tells TV’s Posner Russian Weapons Could Fall into Hezbollah’s Hands
"Israel has a principle: we do not interfere in regional crises, including in what is taking place in Syria," the ambassador said.
EU Seeks Iranian Cooperation to ‘Resolve Problems’ in Middle East
EU chief Mogherini, Iranian leaders reportedly "agree on necessity to cut aid to terror groups."
Disillusioned Female Syrian Regime Soldiers Complain They’re Mistreated [video]
In the army of President Bashar al-Assad, women who sacrifice their families to help the war effort don't seem to be appreciated.
Trump in 2nd Debate: Aleppo Has Already Fallen
Neither Republican nor Democratic candidate offered realistic solutions for the escalation of the Syrian civil war, just north of Israel's border.
Emergency Session on Syria at UN Security Council
At least 100,000 children have had no safe drinking water for 3 days in Aleppo.
Mortar Shell Strikes Golan Heights Third Day in a Row
It's not clear who is firing the mortar shells that land in northern Israel, since there are so many different actors in Syria.
Update: IDF Retaliates for Second Day of Mortar Fire from Syria
Israeli fighter pilots again were sent to attack artillery positions in Syria in response to mortar fire aimed at the Golan Heights earlier in the day.
Northern Israeli Road Closes After Third Mortar Shell Hits Golan Heights
Route 98 in the Israeli Golan Heights was closed to traffic after the third Syrian mortar shell exploded in the area, making the road risky for travelers.
ISIS Takes Weapons in US Retreat, But Where Else Are American Arms?
Terrorists pick up weapons during a retreat by US forces in Afghanistan. It's not the first time. Israel is watching.
Syrians Prepare for Last Stand in Aleppo
Israeli military officials are watching the situation in Syria as Aleppo becomes a ticking time bomb.
IDF Preparing for War with ISIS, Rebels, Following Truce in Syria
One entire battalion, according to reports, took on the role of the local civilian Arab population, in an attempt to isolate them from the fighting.
Assad to Netanyahu: Help Me Keep my Seat and I Guarantee You a Calm...
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister said his country is offering Russia a substantial bribe in return for pulling its support for the Assad regime.
Al-Nusra Front Changes Brand Name, Severs Affiliation with Home Office
Abu Mohammad al-Julani is the nom de guerre of this mysterious man, whose real name is only known to the Al Qaeda leadership.
Analysis: Trump’s Praise for Saddam Challenges GOP Presidents Who Took him Down [video]
In the immortal words of FDR, when someone asked him about the wisdom of supporting Nicaraguan dictator Anastasio Somoza, “He may be an SOB but he’s our SOB.”
Something Big Is Happening In Syria But Despite Warnings By 51 US Diplomats Obama...
There has never been a “dissenting message” that was signed by so many diplomats within the State Department.
Report: Israel Attacked Missile Stocks at Syrian Military Base
This would be the first attack ordered by the new defense minister Avigdor Liberman.
150 Holocaust Cartoons from 50 Countries in Iran’s Latest Attempt at Humor
“We do not mean to approve or deny the Holocaust," said the exhibition's curator. Good to know.
Spokesman Says US Committed to Returning Golan Heights to Syrians — No Matter Which...
When the time comes and a Syrian ruler other than Assad take over, US pressure on Israel to begin negotiations on returning the Golan Heights would begin afresh.
IDF Preparing for Conflicts Along Southern, Northern Borders
Israel is drilling its troops intensively, with civilians and emergency response teams, both in the north and south.
US, Russia Agree: Syria’s President Assad Must Go
Syrian Pres. Assad still thinks he can build a unity government, but the US and Russia agree he's got to go for unity to start.
Bashar al-Assad’s Mother Anissa Makhlouf Assad Dies at 86
The mother of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad died Saturday in a Damascus hospital at age 86.
Russia Directly Arming Hezbollah Fighters in Syria
Russia is reported to be directly arming Hezbollah terrorists in Syria. Pres. Putin does not deny it.