January 2012 - Syria Special Weapons News

Intelligence Chief Describes Complex Challenges AFPS 31 Jan 2012 -- America and the world are facing the most complex set of challenges in at least 50 years.
Secretary Clinton Remarks Following UNSC Meeting on Syria US Dept. of State 31 Jan 2012
Secretary Clinton Remarks at a United Nations Security Council Session on the Situation in Syria US Dept. of State 31 Jan 2012
Arab League to UN: End Syrian ‘Killing Machine’ Now VOA 31 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League is urging the U.N. Security Council to support its political plan to end the crisis in Syria, where more than 5,400 people have died during the past 10 months.
Security Council debates situation in Syria UN News Centre 31 Jan 2012 -- The Security Council this afternoon began debate on the situation in Syria, where thousands of people have been killed over the past 10 months.
Russia Says UN Resolution on Syria Risks Civil War VOA 31 Jan 2012 -- Russia is warning that effort to push the U.N. Security Council into adopting a resolution on Syria will put that nation on a path to civil war.
Clinton to Urge Security Council Action on Syria VOA 31 Jan 2012 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to urge the U.N. Security Council to support an Arab League peace plan for Syria.
UN Chief Says Security Council Must Overcome Differences On Syria RFE/RL 31 Jan 2012 -- UN Secretary-General Ban said ahead of an eagerly awaited Security Council meeting on Syria that the council needs to overcome differences over an Arab League plan to bring an end to violence there.
EU Calls on UN to Stop Syria Violence RIA Novosti 31 Jan 2012 -- The European Union has urged the UN Security Council to take immediate steps to end the violence in Syria despite Russia’s opposition to an Arab League-supported UN draft resolution.
Syrian Troops Crush Damascus Resistance Ahead Of UN Debate RFE/RL 31 Jan 2012 -- Syrian rights activists say Syrian troops have been crushing pockets of resistance on the outskirts of Damascus.
Moscow Looks Set to Veto UN Syria Resolution RIA Novosti 31 Jan 2012 -- Russia indicated on Tuesday it will veto a draft resolution on Syria that calls on President Bashar Assad to step down and provides for “further measures” if he refuses.
Lavrov Avoids Clinton's Calls on Syria RIA Novosti 31 Jan 2012 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said he was amazed by the hullabaloo over his failure to discuss a UN Syria resolution with US State Secretary Hillary Clinton.
I had no Knowledge of Russian Weapons Ship - Syrian Ambassador RIA Novosti 31 Jan 2012 -- The Syrian Ambassador to Russia denied reports that a Russian ship reportedly carrying weapons had docked in a Syrian port.
Lebanese Border Town Harbors Syrian Refugees VOA 31 Jan 2012 -- Thousands of Syrian refugees have fled into northern Lebanon to escape the violence. Syrians live in fear despite finding a temporary safe haven as local Lebanese have lost a key point of commerce.
Secretary Clinton Statement on Sharp Escalation of Regime Violence in Syria US Dept. of State 30 Jan 2012
Free Syria Army Claims Gains Against Government Forces VOA 30 Jan 2012 -- Syrian activists say that in the last few days there has been a spike in violence in the city of Homs.
Diplomatic Efforts Continue as Syrian Crackdown Intensifies VOA 30 Jan 2012 -- Syrian government forces intensified their military crackdown against opposition forces near the capital, Damascus.
US: UN Must Stop Syria's Vicious Crackdown VOA 30 Jan 2012 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said UN must act to end what she calls the Syrian government's "violent and brutal attacks on its own people."
West Pushes For UN Resolution On Syria As Fighting Rages RFE/RL 30 Jan 2012 -- Syrian government forces intensified their military crackdown against opposition forces near the capital, Damascus.
Diplomatic Efforts Continue as Syrian Crackdown Intensifies VOA 30 Jan 2012 -- The West is pushing for a new resolution on Syria as fighting raged for a third consecutive day on the outskirts of Damascus on January 30.
Fighting Continues Near Damascus; Russia Offers Mediation RFE/RL 30 Jan 2012 -- Gunfire and explosions have rocked the suburbs of Damascus for a third consecutive day.
Russia Says Syrian Govt Agrees to Moscow Talks With Opposition VOA 30 Jan 2012 -- Russia says the Syrian government has agreed to send a delegation to Moscow for proposed talks with Syrian opposition activists.
Syria Ready for Opposition Talks in Moscow RIA Novosti 30 Jan 2012 -- Syrian authorities have accepted Russia’s proposal to meet with the opposition in Moscow, but the opposition is yet to give its consent.
Syrian Army Retakes Damascus Suburbs RIA Novosti 30 Jan 2012 -- The Syrian army cleared eastern suburbs of Damascus from rebels and restored control of the area.
Rebels Block Assad’s Relatives Leaving Syria RIA Novosti 30 Jan 2012 -- Syrian rebel forces have disrupted an attempt by relatives of President Bashar al-Assad to leave the country late on Sunday.
Bahrain Opposition Fears Effects of Iran-West Tensions VOA 30 Jan 2012 -- Opposition supporters in Bahrain have expressed concern that escalating tensions between Iran and the West may further stifle their calls for democratic reform.
Russia Criticizes Arab League Suspension Of Syria Mission RFE/RL 29 Jan 2012 -- Russia has criticized a decision by the Arab League to suspend its monitoring mission to Syria amid heavy clashes reported near Damascus between government troops and army deserters who support antigovernment protesters.
Arab League's Syria Mission May Resume, Says its Head RIA Novosti 29 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League observer mission to Syria has been postponed temporarily, the mission head, General Mohammed Ahmed Mustafa Al-Dabi, stressed in an interview with Egyptian news portal Al Ahram on Sunday.
Russia Calls for Larger Number of Observers in Syria RIA Novosti 29 Jan 2012 -- Russia calls for increasing the number of foreign observers in Syria amid an ongoing standoff between the Syrian government and the opposition, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Sunday.
Syrian Troops Defend Damascus, Storm Suburbs VOA 29 Jan 2012 -- Syria's embattled government defended its capital from rebel fighters Sunday, with security forces deployed across the city and around 2,000 troops backed by tanks and armored vehicles launching an assault to retake suburban areas.
Syrian State Media Says Seven Soldiers Killed In Ambush RFE/RL 28 Jan 2012 -- Syrian state media says that seven soldiers were killed in an ambush as they rode in a bus near Damascus today.
Arab League Suspends Syria Mission Amid Increasing Violence RFE/RL 28 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League says its monitoring mission to Syria has been frozen given the escalation of violence in the country.
Russia Rejects Another Security Council Resolution on Syria RIA Novosti 28 Jan 2012 -- Russia is not ready to support another UN Security Council draft resolution on Syria, but will continue to search for a solution, Russia's UN envoy Vitaly Churkin said on Saturday.
Arab League Suspends Syria Observer Mission VOA 28 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League said Saturday it is suspending activities by its observer mission in Syria, as the Damascus government's crackdown against dissent intensifies.
Russia Clashes with Europeans, Arabs Over Syria UN Resolution VOA 28 Jan 2012 -- European and Arab nations are calling on the U.N. Security Council to back a resolution supporting the Arab League's plan to end the 10-month-old political crisis in Syria. But, Russia has expressed concerns about the new text.
Syrian Violence Escalates as Diplomatic Efforts Falter VOA 27 Jan 2012 -- Violence in Syria continued Friday, bringing to more than 50 the number of people killed there over the past two days, as a resolution to curb the bloodshed appeared to be stalled in the United Nations.
Syrian Violence Escalates as Diplomatic Efforts Falter VOA 27 Jan 2012 -- Violence in Syria continued Friday, bringing to more than 50 the number of people killed there over the past two days, as a resolution to curb the bloodshed appeared to be stalled in the United Nations.
US, Arab League Face Russian Opposition on Syria VOA 26 Jan 2012 -- The Obama administration is joining the Arab League in pushing for U.N. action to end months of political violence in Syria by calling on President Bashar al-Assad to give up power. Syria is counting on Russia to block U.N. moves that Damascus says could be a pretense to military action.
Arab League to Present Syria Plan to UN Security Council VOA 26 Jan 2012 -- Arab League chief Nabil Elaraby says he and Qatar's prime minister will jointly present an Arab plan for resolving Syria's months-long unrest to the U.N. Security Council on Monday.
Russia Opposes UN Moves to Punish Syria VOA 25 Jan 2012 -- Russia says it will not support United Nations actions on Syria that may include sanctions or military intervention.
Russia Opposes Syria Sanctions, Says 'Open To Constructive Proposals' RFE/RL 25 Jan 2012 -- Russia's foreign minister says Moscow is "open to constructive proposals" for dealing with the crisis in Syria.
Russia offers to host Syria peace talks RIA Novosti 25 Jan 2012 -- Moscow would agree to host talks between the Syrian authorities and opposition forces in a bid to end the violence.
Russia Open to Dialogue on Syria - Lavrov RIA Novosti 25 Jan 2012 -- Russia is “open to constructive proposals” on settling violence in Syria but remains opposed to any UN resolution requiring all nations to abide by unilateral sanctions imposed by the West.
Russia Slammed At UN For Supplying Arms To Syria RFE/RL 25 Jan 2012 -- British, French, and American representatives to the UN have slammed Russia for supplying arms to Syria.
Gulf States To Withdraw Observers From Syria Mission RFE/RL 24 Jan 2012 -- Gulf Arab states have announced that they plan to withdraw from the Arab League observer mission in Syria.
Gulf Arab States Pull Observers from Syria RIA Novosti 24 Jan 2012 -- Gulf Arab States began on Tuesday to withdraw their 55 observers, who were part of the Arab League's observer mission in Syria, the head of the Arab League's Cairo operations room, Adnan al-Khudeir, said.
U.S. to Ask Russia about Combat Trainer Jet Sales to Syria RIA Novosti 24 Jan 2012 -- U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Jeff Feltman will request Russia to comment on the recently signed contract to sell combat trainer jets to Syria during his visit to Moscow, the U.S. Department of State Said.
Arab League: Syria Observers Need More Time VOA 24 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League says its observer mission to Syria will continue as long as Damascus agrees to it. But Gulf Arab states say they were pulling their observers out of the country.
Syria Rejects Arab League Transfer Plan RFE/RL 23 Jan 2012 -- Syria has rejected a new Arab League road map for peace that would see President Bashar al-Assad handing power to a deputy.
EU Tightens Syria Sanctions RIA Novosti 23 Jan 2012 -- The European Union foreign ministers on Monday adopted new sanctions against Syria, the EU press service said.
Russia to Sell 36 Yak-130 Jets to Syria RIA Novosti 23 Jan 2012 -- Russia and Syria have signed a $550-million contract on the delivery of 36 Yakovlev Yak-130 Mitten combat trainer, the Kommersant daily quoted on Monday a source close to Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport as saying.
Syria Denies Arab League Call for Power Transfer VOA 23 Jan 2012 -- Syria has rejected a new Arab League initiative to end the country's 10-month-old opposition uprising.
Saudi to Withdraw Observers From Arab League's Syria Mission VOA 22 Jan 2012 -- Saudi Arabia says it is withdrawing its observers from Syria in protest at what it calls the Syrian government's failure to respect an Arab League plan to end a violent crackdown on a 10-month old opposition uprising.
U.S. Preparing to Shut Down Embassy in Syria RIA Novosti 21 Jan 2012 -- The United States warned on Saturday it may soon close its embassy in Syria over the worsening security situation there.
30 Killed in Syria, As Opposition Seeks U.N. Intervention VOA 21 Jan 2012 -- Syrian state media and activists say at least 30 people have been killed across Syria on Saturday as opposition groups appeal to the Arab League for United Nations intervention.
Despite Criticism, Russia Stands By Syria VOA 20 Jan 2012 -- As Syria takes criticism from almost all quarters, one nation - Russia - stands virtually alone in defending the government of President Bashar al-Assad.
U.S. Seeks Russia's Explanation on Syria-Bound Weapons Ship RIA Novosti 20 Jan 2012 -- The U.S. Department of State said it was seeking explanations from Moscow over a ship that probably headed from Russia with a cargo of weapons to Syria.
4 Killed in Syria, Pressure Mounts on Arab League VOA 20 Jan 2012 -- Syrian opposition groups are stepping up calls for the Arab League to seek foreign intervention in Syria, since critics say the League's observer mission failed to curb violent outbreaks there.
Arab League Monitors to Remain in Syria Until Sunday VOA 19 Jan 2012 -- An Arab League observer mission to Syria will remain in that country until Sunday when Arab foreign ministers are due to review report by team.
Arab League Monitors to Prepare Report on Syria VOA 19 Jan 2012 -- Arab League monitors are preparing to report on the situation in Syria, after a one-month mission to observe the government's efforts.
German Envoy Criticizes Russia Over Syria RFE/RL 19 Jan 2012 -- A German envoy has accused Russia of preventing the UN Security Council from taking decisive action in response to Syrian government’s crackdown.
Lavrov: New Iran Sanctions Aimed At Provoking Popular Discontent RFE/RL 18 Jan 2012 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says new Western sanctions against Iran are aimed at "strangling" the economy and possibly inciting popular unrest.
Russia Warns Against Iran Attack RIA Novosti 18 Jan 2012 -- Russia warned that an attack on Iran would be a "catastrophe" for the region and said world powers should adopt a policy of non-intervention in the Middle East and North Africa.
Syrian Uprising Moves Closer to Capital VOA 18 Jan 2012 -- Damascus has been spared much of the violence gripping Syria, although there are signs that the uprising is moving closer on the capital.
Activists: Syrian Government Agrees to Truce With Rebel-Held Town VOA 18 Jan 2012 -- Syrian opposition activists say government forces have agreed to a cease-fire with rebels holding a town near Damascus.
Russia Says Will Stand Firm On Syria RFE/RL 18 Jan 2012 -- Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says that Moscow will offer no explanation for suspected arms deliveries to Syria.
Russia Says Foreign Troops Will Not Deploy in Syria VOA 18 Jan 2012 -- Syrian ally Russia says it will not allow the deployment of foreign troops in Syria.
West Wants Removal of No-Use-of-Force Statement from Syrian Resolution – Lavrov RIA Novosti 18 Jan 2012 -- Western countries are insisting on removing the no-use of force statement from the UN resolution on Syria.
Lavrov Skeptical Over Syrian No-Fly Zone RIA Novosti 18 Jan 2012 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed skepticism on Wednesday about the possible introduction of a no-fly zone in Syria being discussed in the West.
U.S. to Continue Syria Resolution Discussions with Russia RIA Novosti 18 Jan 2012 -- The United States is holding consultations with Russia on its new draft resolution on Syria, State Department spokesman Mark Toner said.
Russia Defiant on Syria ‘Arms Delivery’ RIA Novosti 18 Jan 2012 -- Russia is under no obligation to provide an explanation for a recent alleged delivery of arms to Syria, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.
At Least 30 Reported Killed in New Syrian Violence VOA 17 Jan 2012 -- Violence has surged in Syria, and Western members of the UNSC have sparred with Russia over how to stop the bloodshed.
Syria's Religious Minorities Wary of Uprising VOA 17 Jan 2012 -- As pressures mount on the Syrian government, those at the center of power are working hard to keep whatever allies they have close at hand.
Syria Rejects Qatar's Call for Arab Troops VOA 17 Jan 2012 -- Syria has rejected a Qatari proposal to send Arab troops to the country to stop 10 months of unrest.
UN Security Council to Examine Russian Proposal on Syria VOA 17 Jan 2012 -- Experts from the 15 nations on the U.N. Security Council are scheduled to discuss a new draft resolution on the violence in Syria.
Russia Circulates New Syria Draft At UN RFE/RL 17 Jan 2012 -- Russia has circulated a revised UN Security Council resolution on Syria, but Western diplomats are quoted as saying the draft still appears to fall short of a strong condemnation of regime's crackdown.
Russia pitches 3rd Resolution Draft on Syria RIA Novosti 17 Jan 2012 -- Russia has circulated a draft of the United Nations Security Council’s resolution on Syria, its third since December.
Arab League Struggles As Syrian Violence Mounts VOA 16 Jan 2012 -- Syrian activists say at least five people were killed by pro-government forces, as Arab League monitors struggle to document the violence.
UN's Ban Urges Security Council to Act 'Seriously' on Syria Crisis VOA 16 Jan 2012 -- UN Secretary-General Ban is urging the Security Council to take "serious" action against Syria.
UN Chief Urges Security Council To Act As Syria Violence Continues RFE/RL 16 Jan 2012 -- UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has called on the Security Council to act with "seriousness" on Syria.
Rights Activists Say Pro-Government Militiamen Killed 5 in Syria VOA 16 Jan 2012 -- Syrian rights activists say pro-government militia members have killed 5 people and wounded 9 others in the restive city of Homs.
Syrian president grants general amnesty IRNA 15 Jan 2012 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad issued a decree granting a general amnesty for crimes committed in the context of the events taking place since March 15, 2011 till the date of issuing the decree.
German spy warship detected off the Syrian coast: report IRNA 15 Jan 2012 -- A German warship has been detected off the coast of Syria as part of a spying mission, the Hamburg-based weekly news magazine Der Spiegel reported Sunday.
Syrian president grants general amnesty RIA Novosti 15 Jan 2012 -- President of Syria Bashar al-Assad has issued a decree granting a general amnesty, the official government news agency SANA reported on Sunday.
UN chief urges Syrian President to stop killing his own people UN News Centre 15 Jan 2012 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today renewed his call on the Syrian leadership to end the ongoing bloodshed in the country, stating that the era of one-man rule and the perpetuation of family dynasties are crumbling.
Arab League to Review Observers' Final Syria Report Next Sunday VOA 15 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League says its foreign ministers will meet next Sunday to review a final report by observers sent to Syria to determine whether its government is honoring pledges to stop cracking down on an opposition uprising.
Qatar Supports Sending Arab Troops to Syria VOA 14 Jan 2012 -- Qatar says it favors sending Arab troops to Syria to stop a crackdown on anti-government protesters that has left thousands of people dead.
Thousands Rally in Syria as Arab League Chief Warns of Civil War VOA 13 Jan 2012 -- The chief of the Arab League warned that Syria may be heading towards a civil war.
Reports: Russian Ship Transporting ‘Dangerous Cargo’ To Syria RFE/RL 13 Jan 2012 -- A Russian-operated ship carrying a "dangerous cargo" has reportedly sailed for Syria after being temporarily halted in Cyprus.
Ex-Arab League observer to Syria says received death threats RIA Novosti 13 Jan 2012 -- An Arab League observer to Syria who quit the mission after describing it as a "farce" left Damascus because he had received several death threats.
UN Chief Arrives in Lebanon to Talk on Hezbollah and Syria VOA 13 Jan 2012 -- UN chief arrived in Lebanon for talks on a U.N.-backed tribunal probing the death of the country's former leader and the ongoing bloodshed in neighboring Syria.
Russian weapons ship arrives in Syria - paper RIA Novosti 12 Jan 2012 -- A Russian-owned ship reportedly carrying weapons to Syria docked in Tartus on Thursday despite assurances it would change destination, Turkey's Hurriyet Daily News reported.
Syrian Rights Group: More Arab League Observers Leaving Country VOA 12 Jan 2012 -- A Syrian rights group says more Arab League observers are leaving the country to protest the Syrian government's deadly crackdown on a 10-month opposition uprising.
Qatar PM: Syria Appears Unwilling to Change Course VOA 11 Jan 2012 -- Qatar's prime minister said Wednesday that the Syrian government appears unwilling to change course and is continuing to attack its own people as the Arab League considers the effectiveness of its observer mission there. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton cautions that the monitoring mission can not continue indefinitely.
Assad Rallies Syrians; Western Journalist Killed VOA 11 Jan 2012 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made a rare public appearance Wednesday, telling thousands of supporters in Damascus that his government will defeat a 'conspiracy' behind 10 months of opposition unrest.
U.S. Denounces Speech By Syrian Leader RFE/RL 11 Jan 2012 -- The United States has denounced Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's latest speech on the crisis in Syria, and again called on him to step down.
Arab Monitor Quits Syria Mission, Assad Appears At Rally RFE/RL 11 Jan 2012 -- An Arab League observer has left Syria, saying he had witnessed grave scenes of violence, which the Arab monitoring team sent to the country was doing nothing to prevent.
Cyprus releases Russian Syria-bound 'ammunition' ship RIA Novosti 11 Jan 2012 -- A Russian-owned ship reportedly carrying ammunition to Syria was allowed to leave Cyprus after giving assurances it would switch course, the island nation's officials said on Wednesday.
Top UN official says 400 people killed in Syria in two weeks RIA Novosti 11 Jan 2012 -- More than 400 people have been killed in Syria in just the two weeks since Arab League observers were deployed in the country in late December as part of a peace plan to end months of bloodshed there, United Nations political chief B. Lynn Pascoe said.
Syrian President Says Country Will Triumph Over 'Conspiracy' VOA 11 Jan 2012 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has told thousands of supporters the country will triumph over the 'conspiracy' he has blamed for 10 months of anti-government unrest.
UN Warns of Surge in Violence in Syria VOA 10 Jan 2012 -- A senior United Nations official says 400 people have been killed in Syria since an Arab League monitoring mission deployed there late last month.
Defiant Assad Vows To 'Restore Order' In Syria RFE/RL 10 Jan 2012 -- President Bashar al-Assad has accused "a foreign conspiracy" of trying to destabilize Syria and vowed to restore order by "hitting terrorists with an iron fist."
Defiant Assad blames Syria unrest on foreign forces RIA Novosti 10 Jan 2012 -- Embattled Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said on Tuesday he would not resign from his post and reiterated that a foreign conspiracy was behind the bloody unrest in the country.
Defiant Assad Speech Draws Angry Reaction From Syrian Opponents VOA 10 Jan 2012 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has again promised both reform and retaliation in response to the unrest roiling the nation. Assad also added the Arab League to the list of groups fueling Syria's problems.
Arab League Backs Continuation Of Syria Observer Mission RFE/RL 09 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League has again called on the Syrian government to end violence against protesters and allow Arab League monitors to more independently observe the turmoil gripping the country.
Syria Criticizes Arab League Committee Chief's Comments VOA 09 Jan 2012 -- Syria's representative to the Arab League says comments by the head of the group's committee on Syria, show a 'biased stance' toward the crisis in the country.
Syria hails visit of Russian warships to Tartus RIA Novosti 09 Jan 2012 -- Syrian authorities have called the visit of a Russian naval task force to the port of Tartus a 'show of solidarity with the Syrian people,' the official SANA news agency reported.
Arab League Discusses Syria Mission RFE/RL 08 Jan 2012 -- Foreign ministers of the Arab League member states are meetingin Cairo to assess the performance of the organization’s observer mission in Syria.
Arab League urges end to Syria violence RIA Novosti 08 Jan 2012 -- Arab League ministers meeting in Cairo on Sunday demanded that the Syrian government and armed groups immediately halt all violence.
Arab League Officials Vow to Continue Syria Mission VOA 08 Jan 2012 -- Arab League officials have demanded Syria abide by its agreement to end violence against civilians and have vowed to carry on with a monitoring mission that many in the Syrian opposition feel is ineffectual.
UN Security Council condemns deadly blast in Syria's Damascus RIA Novosti 07 Jan 2012 -- The UN Security Council has strongly condemned Friday's terrorist attack in the Syrian capital of Damascus that left dozens dead and scores wounded, Xinhua news agency reported on Saturday.
Syrians Mourn 26 Killed in Damascus Bombing VOA 07 Jan 2012 -- Mourners in Damascus shouted their support for President Bashar al-Assad Saturday at the funerals of 26 people killed in a bomb attack in the capital.
Syrian Opposition Want UN Role In Arab Mission RFE/RL 06 Jan 2012 -- The Syrian opposition wants the United Nations to help Arab League monitors on the ground in Syria.
71 people killed, injured in Damascus explosion IRNA 06 Jan 2012 -- 25 people were killed and 46 others injured in a terrorist explosion that targeted a Syrian police bus.
Suicide Blast Rocks Syrian Capital VOA 06 Jan 2012 -- Syria says an attacker blew himself at a busy intersection in the capital, Damascus.
State Media: Suicide Bombing Kills, Wounds Dozens In Damascus RFE/RL 06 Jan 2012 -- Syrian state media say a suicide bombing in central Damascus has killed and injured dozens of people.
Dozens killed in Damascus bomb blast RIA Novosti 06 Jan 2012 -- At least 26 people were killed and 63 injured when a bomb went off in the Syrian capital of Damascus.
11 people killed in Damascus explosion: statement: Interior Min IRNA 06 Jan 2012 -- 11 people were killed and 63 others injured in a terrorist explosion that targeted a Syrian police bus.
Armed rebels explode Syrian 2nd gas pipeline near Homs in a week IRNA 06 Jan 2012 -- A group of armed rebels here Friday exploded on of Syria’s natural gas pipelines between country’s central Homs city and Idlib in Syria’s northwest.
Qatari Prime Minister Says 'Mistakes' Made During Arab League Syria Mission VOA 05 Jan 2012 -- Qatar's prime minister says there have been "some mistakes" in the Arab League's observer mission in Syria.
Syria Releases Prisoners VOA 05 Jan 2012 -- Syria has released more than 500 prisoners detained in anti-government protests.
Syria frees over 550 anti-government protesters RIA Novosti 05 Jan 2012 -- Syrian authorities freed 552 people arrested during anti-government protests.
Syria Accuses U.S. Of Interfering In Arab Affairs RFE/RL 04 Jan 2012 -- Syria has accused the United States of interfering in Arab League affairs.
Syria hits out at U.S. 'interference' in Arab League's affairs RIA Novosti 04 Jan 2012 -- Damascus blamed Washington over “the rude interference” in the Arab League’s monitoring mission in Syria.
Arab League to Hold Review Session on Syria Observers' Work VOA 03 Jan 2012 -- Arab League ministers will meet to review an observer team's assessment of Syrian government pledge to end a crackdown on dissent.
France Calls for Clarification of Syria Monitor Mission VOA 03 Jan 2012 -- France has expressed concerns about the conditions under which Arab League monitors are carrying out their mission in Syria.
U.S. fears Syria not living up to Arab League deal RIA Novosti 03 Jan 2012 -- The United States expressed serious concerns about Syria's handling of an Arab League monitoring mission.
'Terrorists' Blamed For Syria Pipeline Blast RFE/RL 03 Jan 2012 -- Syria's state news agency says "terrorists" have blown up a gas pipeline in central Syria.
Arab League Sees Progress in Syria Mission; Snipers Remain VOA 02 Jan 2012 -- Arab League Secretary-General Nabil El Arabi: Arab League observer mission to Syria has made progress.
Arab League Says Snipers Still Threaten Syrian Cities VOA 02 Jan 2012 -- The Arab League chief says snipers and gunfire remain a threat in Syrian cities despite the presence of League monitors.
Gunfire In Syria Cities Said To Continue As Arab League Chief Cites Pullback RFE/RL 02 Jan 2012 -- Arab League chief Nabil al-Arabi says the Syrian military has withdrawn its forces from cities around the country.
Arab Parliament urges pullout of Arab League monitors from Syria RIA Novosti 02 Jan 2012 -- The Arab Parliament has called for the immediate withdrawal of the Arab League’s monitoring mission in Syria.
Syrian Civilian Deaths Undermine Arab League Mission VOA 01 Jan 2012 -- Syrian security forces were said to have killed at least seven more protesters Sunday as an Arab League advisory body called for the immediate withdrawal of monitors from the country, saying the unit is failing to prevent government troops from murdering civilians.

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