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100 Killed in 'Organized Massacre' on Syrian Village, Activists Say - Fox News Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:34:19 GMT

BBC News

100 Killed in 'Organized Massacre' on Syrian Village, Activists Say Fox News 21, 2011: In this image from amateur video made available by the Ugarit News group purports to show military vehicles in Homs, Syria. BEIRUT – As government troops advanced on a village in northwestern Syria, activists say the terrified residents fled ... Syria unrest: Arab League observers set to arriveBBC News Arab team prepares Syria mission after deadly assaultReuters Surge in Syrian Killings Is Reported Before VisitNew York Times Voice of America -The Guardian all 3,597 news articles »

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US warns Syria violence must end as France condemns 'massacre' - Irish Times Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:10:38 GMT

Haaretz

US warns Syria violence must end as France condemns 'massacre' Irish Times IRAN SAID yesterday that five of its technicians had been kidnapped in the Syrian city of Homs, according to the semi-official Mehr news agency. “The five were kidnapped on Wednesday at 6.30am while heading to their work place,” Mehr reported, ... Iran asks Syria to secure release of kidnapped Iranian techniciansHaaretz Gunmen kidnap 5 Iranian engineers in central SyriaWashington Post Iran says five of its citizens kidnapped in SyriaReuters Xinhua all 116 news articles »

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UN extends force along Israeli-Syrian border - Boston.com Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:33:06 GMT

UN News Centre

UN extends force along Israeli-Syrian border Boston.com By Edith M. Lederer AP / December 21, 2011 UNITED NATIONS—The UN Security Council voted unanimously Wednesday to extend the UN peacekeeping force along the Israeli-Syrian border, warning that events in the region could impact its operations. ... UN Security Council extends mandate of peace-keeping forces under Syria-Israel ...Focus News Security Council Extends Mandate of UN Force in Golan HeightseNews Park Forest UN extends observer mission on Golan Heights for six more monthsMonsters and Critics.com Shanghai Daily (subscription) all 147 news articles »

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Syria unrest: Jabal al-Zawiya 'massacres' - BBC News Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:39:47 GMT

BBC News

Syria unrest: Jabal al-Zawiya 'massacres' BBC News In recent days, human rights groups and opposition activists say some 200 people have been killed by Syrian security forces in the hills and villages of the north-western province of Idlib. Most of those killed in the Jabal al-Zawiya area, ... Syria, Egypt and Middle East unrest - live updatesThe Guardian Violence in Syria leaves at least 150 dead over two daysWashington Post Opposition calls for Bosnia-style havens after massacre in the mountainsMontreal Gazette Monsters and Critics.com -The Australian Eye -Wall Street Journal all 37 news articles »

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150 reported dead in Syria - Washington Post Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:27:06 GMT

150 reported dead in Syria Washington Post Amateur video from Syria shows a protest suddenly interrupted by gunfire. In the past two days, 150 people have been reported dead in violence in Syria. (Dec. 21) (/The Associated Press) Correction: Clarification: SuperFan badge holders consistently ... and more »

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Syrian Oppn backs foreign troops on ground, warns violence could engulf region - ABC Online Thu, 22 Dec 2011 03:08:33 GMT

Syrian Oppn backs foreign troops on ground, warns violence could engulf region ABC Online ELEANOR HALL: First to the Middle East where Iraqi religious leaders are warning that the deadly political crackdown in Syria is threatening the stability of their country and the region. The Sunni Sheikh Ali Sleiman al-Dumeni says if no action is ... Syrian chaos threatens IraqThe Australian all 3 news articles »

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Activists say Syrian troops kill 100 in village - NECN Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:31:47 GMT

Activists say Syrian troops kill 100 in village NECN BEIRUT (AP) — A witness and a pair of activist groups in Syria are reporting what could be one of the deadliest single events in the nine-month uprising against President Bashar Assad (bah-SHAR' AH'-sahd). They say government forces surrounded ... and more »

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TechBits: Taxicab shopping; Syria blogger - Washington Post (blog) Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:52:07 GMT

TechBits: Taxicab shopping; Syria blogger Washington Post (blog) Barbara Ortutay, AP Technology Writer ___ Syria releases US-born blogger BEIRUT — Syrian authorities have released a US-born blogger and press freedom campaigner who was arrested at the border while on her way to attend a conference in Jordan. ... and more »

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Border Traders Hit Hard by Syrian Sanctions, Violence - Voice of America Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:51:13 GMT

Today's Zaman

Border Traders Hit Hard by Syrian Sanctions, Violence Voice of America December 21, 2011 Border Traders Hit Hard by Syrian Sanctions, Violence Henry Ridgwell | Cilvegozu, Turkey The government crackdown in Syria is having economic reverberations across the region. In addition to sanctions imposed on Syria, many transport ... Turkey condemns Syrian assault near borderToday's Zaman all 4 news articles »

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Turkish Advisor Responds To Conflict With Syria - NPR Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:03:41 GMT

Turkish Advisor Responds To Conflict With Syria NPR Violence in Syria between the government and the opposition continues to mount and expectations for a peaceful resolution are low. Turkey was once closely allied with the Syrian president, but now calls for him to step down. ... and more »