As Civil War Drags On, Syrians Less Likely to Talk
Neither side in Syria’s civil war is interested in sitting down for peace talks.
Syrian War
European Foreign Ministers Reject Arming Syrian Rebels
The European Union maintains its embargo on Syria, preventing weapons support.
Syria Arming Civilians Sympathetic to Regime
With Iran’s help, Syria’s Assad regime is building up a loyalist citizen militia.
Syria’s Assad Soldiers On, Blames Foreigners for Civil War
The president urges Syrians to defend their country against an alien rebellion.
Russia Admits Syria’s Assad May Be Losing Control
Russia doesn’t exclude a rebel victory in Syria, so it has to plan for a future without Assad.
United States to Label Syrian Rebel Group Terrorists
One of the most disciplined and effective forces battling Assad deploys terrorist tactics.
Medvedev Criticizes France’s Recognition of Syrian Rebels
No government should strive to undermine another, argues the Russian premier.
Syrian No-Fly Zone If Opposition Unites: Senator
Democrat Carl Levin intends to “keep the pressure on Iran” through Syria.
War Crimes Undermine Syrian Rebels’ Credibility
The opposition’s international support could be at stake if extrajudicial killings continue.
Brahimi’s Syrian Ceasefire Doomed from the Start
Neither side in Syria is prepared to talk in order to resolve the conflict.
Turkish Intervention Would Embolden Syria’s Kurds
Turkish military action in Syria would likely unite the Kurdish opposition groups against it.
American Allies Arming Syrian Jihadist Fighters
Qatari and Saudi Arabian weapons end up in the hands of Muslim extremists.
Syrian Opposition Council Signals Willingness to Talk
Despite the group’s overtures, negotiations are unlikely to take place, let alone succeed.
Despite Syria Retaliation, Turkish Intervention Unlikely
The geopolitics surrounding the conflict in Syria have yet to turn in Turkey’s favor.
Jordan’s Quiet, Growing Role in Syria’s Uprising
Jordan is doing its part to shelter Syrian refugees and aid rebel army forces.