International recognition of the Syrian National Council
Turkish government wants Syrian intervention, though most Turks oppose
Turkey has been on the front lines since the beginning of Syria’s civil war more than two years ago. Now, the country’s government is urging the U.S. and other nations to get militarily involved — though its having a tough time selling that message at home.
Syria’s Only Hope?
The massacre at Houla forced the world to remember the ongoing violence in Syria. President Bashar al-Assad has reportedly killed 12,000 civilians and doesn’t appear willing to stop. A coalition of opposition groups called the Syrian National Council has emerged as the best political force to fight the regime. But how effective has the Council […]
‘Friends of Syria’ Attempts to Bolster Opposition
Over the weekend, Friends of Syria, an organization of 60 nations created to support the Syrian opposition, gathered in Istanbul for yet another meeting on the seemingly unending revolt against President Bashar al-Assad. Thirteen months of fighting have left over more than 9,000 dead, and recent mediation efforts led by United Nations special envoy Kofi Annan have […]
Syria Crisis: Kofi Annan Appeal For Talks Sparks Anger
Syrian activists have angrily rejected calls by Kofi Annan, the UN and Arab League envoy, for dialogue with the government. The leader of the opposition, Burhan Ghalioun, said the comments were “disappointing” when Syrians were “massacred every day”.
Diplomats Respond to Violence in Syria
As Syrian forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad continue to bomb opposition strongholds, the international community considers its options. On Tuesday, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified before Congress against President Assad making an argument that Assad would “fit into that category” of “war criminals.” A meeting at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva […]