02-10-2012, 12:07 AM
What I'm hearing now is that the Russians are conceding that they lack the influence over Assad to bring about a peaceful resolution and they want others to do what they can to help. The Syrian Nat'l Council does not trust the Russians to act in the best interest of all Syrians. Not unlike what happened in Libya, the US is working on top officials inside the Assad government and in the military, hoping they will abandon Assad and leave him isolated. I'm sure the US has covert operatives involved with the SNC.
This thing has been going on for almost a year with 6,000 casualties and no signs of ebbing violence. I welcome a stepped up approach by all parties interested in peace and democracy for the people of Syria.
I don't agree. The role of the UN is always evolving, but there is an unprecedented amount of international cooperation on all levels now. Whether it is the advancement of peace, prosperity, and democracy, or simply trade, science, and social media communication, people are open to working together and learning from one another. It can be hard work, but it benefits everyone.
This thing has been going on for almost a year with 6,000 casualties and no signs of ebbing violence. I welcome a stepped up approach by all parties interested in peace and democracy for the people of Syria.
We are living in a post Security Council world. Nation states do what they want, regardless of what the world or the Security Council thinks.
I don't agree. The role of the UN is always evolving, but there is an unprecedented amount of international cooperation on all levels now. Whether it is the advancement of peace, prosperity, and democracy, or simply trade, science, and social media communication, people are open to working together and learning from one another. It can be hard work, but it benefits everyone.