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US denies rift with Blair on Syria, Iran 
AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 14 5:26 PM
The White House rushed to deny claims of a diplomatic rift with its closest European ally Britain, after Prime Minister Tony Blair mooted a "partnership" with US foes Iran and Syria.Bush defies diplomatic drumbeat on Iran, Syria AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 14 12:53 AM
No softening in policy and no talks : President George W. Bush's warning on Iran and Syria defied a drumbeat of calls at home and abroad for the United States to engage its two foes.Administration Weighs Talks with Syria, Iran NPR - Nov 14 12:27 PM
It's currently against the Bush administration's policy to hold talks with Iran and Syria. Democrats in Congress and others have suggested that the United States can find solutions to the Iraq war by talking to leaders in those countries.We have conditions too, say Iran and Syria Times Online - Nov 14 4:49 PM
IRAN and Syria signalled that they were ready to resume dialogue with the United States, but both regimes insisted that the situation in the region would only improve if Washington changed its policies.Administration Weighs Talks with Syria, Iran NPR - Nov 14 12:19 PM
Day to Day , November 14, 2006 ˇ It's currently against the Bush administration's policy to hold talks with Iran and Syria. Democrats in Congress and others have suggested that the United States can find solutions to the Iraq war by talking to leaders in those countries.US denies rift with Blair on Syria, Iran IranMania.com - 1 hour, 4 minutes ago
LONDON, November 15 (IranMania) - The White House rushed to deny claims of a diplomatic rift with its closest European ally Britain, after Prime Minister Tony Blair mooted a "partnership" with US foes Iran and Syria, AFP reported.British politicians flag Syria, Iran help in Iraq Australian Broadcasting Corporation - Nov 14 5:20 PM
TONY EASTLEY: As the dire security situation in Iraq plumbs new depths, more and more politicians in Britain are suggesting the only solution is calling for help from Syria and, to a lesser extent, Iran.US denies rift with Blair on Syria, Iran Channel NewsAsia - Nov 14 3:41 PM
WASHINGTON : The White House Tuesday rushed to deny claims of a diplomatic rift with its closest European ally Britain, after Prime Minister Tony Blair mooted a "partnership" with US foes Iran and Syria.US denies rift with Blair on Syria, Iran TODAYonline - Nov 14 5:50 PM
British Prime Minister Tony Blair answers questions from the media during his monthly press conference in 10 Downing Street in London, 06 November 2006. The White House rushed to deny claims of a diplomatic rift with its closest European ally Britain, after Blair mooted a "partnership" with US foes Iran and Syria.U.S. urges Syria to play positive role in Mideast peace process People's Daily - Nov 14 5:50 PM
The United State urged Syria on Tuesday to play a positive role in the Middle East peace process rather than providing a shelter and housing to Palestinian rejectionist groups.Iranian cartoonist wins 1st Prize at Syria contest IranMania.com - 1 hour, 4 minutes ago
LONDON, November 15 (IranMania) - The director of Iran s House of Cartoon Massud Shojaei-Tabatabaii has won the First Prize of the 2nd Syria International Cartoon Contest in 2006, MNA Reported.U.S. denies differences with Britain over Syria, Iran People's Daily - Nov 14 6:34 PM
The United States on Tuesday denied reports of a diplomatic rift with its closest European ally -- Britain, over the issues of Syria and Iran.Weakened Bush firm on Iran, Syria, Iraq AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 4:10 PM
US President George W. Bush, sticking to his guns despite a stinging election defeat, rejected calls for new overtures to Iran and Syria and opposed a fixed timetable for a US withdrawal from Iraq.Iran, Syria 'already part of Iraq talks' The Age - Nov 14 11:23 AM
Foreign Minister Alexander Downer says Iran and Syria have already been involved in discussions on Iraq. -Syria Welcomes Possible Change Of US Mideast Policy Nasdaq - Nov 14 10:29 AM
DAMASCUS (AP)--Syria Tuesday said it was stretching a "sincere hand" to the U.S. and welcomed a possible change of Mideast policy.Despite diplomatic drumbeat, Bush firm on Iran, Syria AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 2:11 PM
President George W. Bush's insistence that there will be no softening of the US line on Iran and Syria defied a growing drumbeat of calls at home and abroad for talks with the US foes.U.S. denies rift with Blair on Syria, Iran Japan Today - Nov 14 3:11 PM
WASHINGTON The White House on Tuesday denied claims of a diplomatic rift with its closest European ally Britain, after Prime Minister Tony Blair proposed a "partnership" with Iran and Syria to help stabilize Iraq.Blair challenges Iran and Syria to help in Iraq CNN.com - Nov 13 11:06 AM
LONDON, England (Reuters) -- British Prime Minister Tony Blair challenged Iran and Syria on Monday to help stabilize Iraq or face isolation as Washington and London review their strategy in Iraq.Blair pushes Syria strategy as U.S. landscape changes Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 14 6:46 AM
Prime Minister Tony Blair will try on Tuesday to seize the chance presented by a power shift in the United States to suggest that Syria and Iran could be key to reducing bloodshed in Iraq.Blair to urge Syria, Iran to join Mideast peace efforts AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 10:57 AM
British Prime Minister Tony Blair was set to call on Syria and Iran to boost support for peace efforts in Iraq and the Mideast, amid growing talk of a change in Western strategy in the region.Iran and Syria should join 'push for peace' Politics.co.uk via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 14 6:31 AM
Tony Blair has called for a "new partnership" with Iran and Syria to help bring stability in Iraq and peace in the wider Middle East. Iraq allies urge Bush to turn to Iran, Syria ABS-CBNNEWS.com - Nov 14 8:43 AM
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - President Bush was under pressure from some of his closest allies on Monday to turn to arch enemies Iran and Syria for help in stabilizing Iraq amid Iraqi government paralysis and fears of all-out civil war.Blair Urges U.S. to Seek Help From Syria and Iran New York Times - Nov 13 9:47 AM
The British leader said Syria and Iran could promote the diplomacy of peace across the Middle East.Blair pushes Syria strategy at U.S. inquiry Reuters.co.uk - Nov 14 8:09 AM
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Tony Blair was expected to use a power shift in the United States to press home his view that Syria and Iran could be key to reducing bloodshed in Iraq.Engaging Syria and Iran is too late Gulf News - Nov 14 12:26 PM
In the desperate search for a more successful strategy to stabilise Iraq, the flavour of the moment seems to be the suggestion of engaging Iran and Syria.Blair pushes Syria strategy on Iraq Gulf News - Nov 14 12:23 PM
London: British Prime Minister Tony Blair was expected to use a power shift in the United States to press home his view that Syria and Iran could be key to reducing bloodshed in Iraq.Blair Urges World to Engage Iran, Syria Washington Post - Nov 13 6:02 PM
LONDON -- British Prime Minister Tony Blair urged the international community on Monday to engage Iran and Syria to advance the peace process in the Middle East and defended his government's close relationship with the U.S. Blair pushes Syria strategy as US landscape changes Khaleej Times - Nov 14 6:53 AM
LONDON - British Prime Minister Tony Blair will try on Tuesday to seize the chance presented by a power shift in the United States to press home his view that Syria and Iran could be key to reducing bloodshed in Iraq.Blair to urge Syria, Iran to join Mideast peace efforts AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 6:30 AM
Tony Blair is set to call on Syria and Iran to boost support for peace efforts in Iraq and the Mideast, amid growing talk of a change in Western strategy in the region.Iran's housing minister to attend Syria's annual conference Islamic Republic News Agency - Nov 14 6:53 AM
Iran - Syria - Economic Cooperation Minister of Housing and Urban Development Mohammad Saeidi-Kia will arrive in Damascus to take part in the second annual conference of Iran-Syria Joint Economic Cooperation Commission Friday.Blair calls for dialogue with Iran, Syria MSNBC - Nov 13 5:21 PM
British Prime Minister Tony Blair said Monday that the West should be open to involving Iran and Syria in efforts to help stem bloodshed in neighboring Iraq as he outlined his hopes for a new Middle East strategy. Syria ready for dialogue with US on Iraq-newspaper AlertNet - Nov 14 2:48 AM
Source: Reuters DAMASCUS, Nov 14 (Reuters) - Syria welcomes the suggestion that the United States might seek its help to stabilise Iraq and is waiting to see whether Washington will open the way for talks with ... Blair to urge Syria, Iran to help on Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 5:10 AM
British Prime Minister Tony Blair will call on Monday for Iran and Syria to join efforts to stem violence in Iraq as Washington and London review their strategy in response to growing opposition to their involvement there.Syria ready for dialogue with US on Iraq Hindustan Times - Nov 14 4:47 AM
Syria welcomes the suggestion that the United States might seek its help to stabilise Iraq and is waiting to see whether Washington will open the way for talks with Damascus, a government daily said on Tuesday.General, Iraqi PM discuss Syria, Iran Tulsa World - Nov 14 4:36 AM
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- The U.S. Central Command chief confronted Iraq's prime minister on Monday over how Iraqi forces would halt raging violence and signaled a possible prelude to shifts in American policy on engaging Iran and Syria.Blair: Iran and Syria must help in "wider" Middle East peace TurkishPress.com - Nov 14 5:17 AM
London - British Prime Minister Tony Blair Monday urged Syria and Iran to play a "more constructive role" in solving the Middle East conflict, which could also help bring peace to Iraq.'No softening' on Iran and Syria BBC News - Nov 13 12:16 PM
UK policy on Iran and Syria has not softened, Number 10 says, despite Tony Blair's call for them to help with Iraq.Britain calls on Iran and Syria to get involved with Iraq AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 2:23 AM
British Defence Secretary Des Browne has called on Iran and Syria to accept their responsibilities in the region and engage with the new Iraqi government.Howard backs Syria, Iran talks on Iraq CNN.com - Nov 13 12:51 AM
SYDNEY, Australia (Reuters) -- Australian Prime Minister John Howard said on Monday talks should be held with Syria and Iran on ending the violence in Iraq, lending support to a British proposal to engage both nations despite U.S. criticism.US, UK To Maintain Hard Posture On Iran, Syria Nasdaq - Nov 13 7:59 PM
(RTTNews) - Despite appeals to Iran and Syria for their help in stabilizing Iraq, Washington and London have indicated there will be no softening of stances on the two countries.Abizaid, Maliki discuss Syria and Iran NDTV - Nov 13 9:42 PM
The US Central Command chief huddled with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki in the third unexpected visit by a top US official in recent days. This signals a possible prelude to shifts in American policy on engaging Iran and Syria.Blair challenges Iran and Syria to help on Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 13 6:15 PM
Prime Minister Tony Blair challenged Iran and Syria on Monday to help stabilise Iraq or face isolation as Washington and London review their strategy in the face of growing opposition to their presence in Iraq.U.S. commander and Iraqi prime minister discuss Syria and Iran CNews - Nov 14 2:20 AM
BAGHDAD (AP) - The U.S. Central Command chief confronted Iraq's prime minister on Monday over how Iraqi forces would halt raging violence and signalled a possible prelude to shifts in American policy on engaging Iran and Syria.Blair to call for Syria, Iran to join in Mideast peace efforts AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 12 10:29 PM
Prime Minister Tony Blair will call for the greater involvement of Syria and Iran in efforts to secure peace in Iraq and the Middle East during a keynote address in central London.Bush defies diplomatic drumbeat on Iran, Syria INQ7.net - Nov 13 6:24 PM
WASHINGTON -- No softening in policy and no talks: President George W. Bush's warning Monday on Iran and Syria defied a drumbeat of calls at home and abroad for the United States to engage its two foes.Blair challenges Iran, Syria over Iraq The Age - Nov 13 3:22 PM
British Prime Minister Tony Blair has challenged Iran and Syria to help stabilise Iraq or face isolation as Washington and London review their strategy in the face of growing opposition to their presence in Iraq.Iran and Syria can be Blair's 'partners for peace' Times Online - Nov 13 3:34 PM
THE first cracks in the united front over Iraq between Tony Blair and President Bush appeared last night as the Prime Minister offered Iran and Syria the prospect of dialogue over the future of Iraq and the Middle East.Blair says Iran and Syria can aid path to peace The Scotsman - Nov 13 6:11 PM
TONY Blair last night raised the prospect of a "new partnership" with Iran and Syria, even as the two countries stood accused of continuing to support attacks on western troops in Iraq.Syrian speaker says Iran Syria are now main players ArabicNews.com - Nov 13 8:07 PM
Syria's parliament speaker Mahmoud al-Abrash met with head of Iran's Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani today.U.S. allies back talks with Iran, Syria on Iraq CBC via Yahoo! Canada News - Nov 13 3:08 PM
Talks with Iran and Syria could help end the rising tide of violence in Iraq, two of Washington's staunchest allies say.Weakened Bush firm on Iran, Syria, Iraq IranMania.com - Nov 13 9:54 PM
LONDON, November 14 (IranMania) - US President George W Bush, sticking to his guns despite a stinging election defeat, rejected calls for new overtures to Iran and Syria and opposed a fixed timetable for a US withdrawal from Iraq, said AFP.Blair calls for Syria, Iran to join in peace efforts IranMania.com - Nov 13 9:55 PM
LONDON, November 14 (IranMania) - According too an AFP report, Prime Minister Tony Blair will call for the greater involvement of Syria and Iran in efforts to secure peace in Iraq and the Middle East during a keynote address in central London.Blair looking to Iran and Syria BBC News - Nov 13 2:09 AM
Tony Blair is to call for dialogue with Iran and Syria in efforts to secure peace in Iraq and the Middle East.US opens door for talks with Iran and Syria Independent Online - Nov 13 10:08 PM
The United States government is open to the possibility of speaking directly to Iran and Syria about the violence plaguing their neighbour, Iraq, according to State Department officials in Washington.Blair calls on Iran and Syria ITN via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 13 1:44 PM
Tony Blair has opened up the prospect of a new partnership with Iran and Syria.Weakened Bush firm on Iran, Syria, Iraq Channel NewsAsia - Nov 13 3:24 PM
WASHINGTON: US President George W. Bush, sticking to his guns despite a stinging election defeat, rejected calls for new overtures to Iran and Syria on Monday and opposed a fixed timetable for a US withdrawal from Iraq.Blair: US should work with Iran and Syria Aljazeera - Nov 13 2:38 PM
Tony Blair, the British prime minister, has said the the US and the UK should work with Iran and Syria to resolve the Iraq crisis.US must turn to Iran, Syria: Iraq allies The Age - Nov 13 11:22 AM
US President George W Bush is under pressure from some of his closest allies to turn to arch enemies Iran and Syria for help in stabilising Iraq, amid Iraqi government paralysis and fears of all-out civil war.U.N. Report Cites Outside Military Aid to Somalia's Islamic Forces Washington Post - 2 hours, 19 minutes ago
UNITED NATIONS, Nov. 14 -- Iran, Syria, Libya, Egypt and the Hezbollah militia in Lebanon are providing arms, training and financing to Islamic militants as they seize political and military control in the East African state of Somalia, according to a confidential U.N. report.US must turn to Iran, Syria: Iraq allies AAP via Yahoo!7 News - Nov 13 10:59 AM
US President George W Bush is under pressure from some of his closest allies to turn to arch enemies Iran and Syria for help in stabilising Iraq.Blair urges Iran-Syria talks The Age - Nov 13 10:22 AM
PRIME Minister Tony Blair has urged international engagement with Iran and Syria to advance the peace process in the Middle-East. He also defended his Government's close relationship with the United States.Blair wants Syria, Iran to help on Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Nov 13 10:17 AM
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Tony Blair will call on Monday for Iran and Syria to back efforts to stop violence in Iraq as Washington and London review their strategy in response to growing opposition to their involvement there.Blair wants Syria and Iran to help on Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 13 9:51 AM
Prime Minister Tony Blair will call on Monday for Iran and Syria to back efforts to stop violence in Iraq as Washington and London review their strategy in response to growing opposition to their involvement there.Britain to Call for Rapprochement with Syria, Iran Voice of America - Nov 13 9:22 AM
British Prime Minister Tony Blair is expected to call for bringing Iran and Syria out of political isolation to help resolve the growing violence and turmoil in Iraq.Blair calls on Iran and Syria ITV.com - Nov 13 1:55 PM
Tony Blair has opened up the prospect of a new partnership with Iran and Syria as he insisted that the "answer to Iraq" lay in the wider Middle East.Syria a 'dangerous' country, says Rice AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 12 11:51 AM
The United States believes Syria is a dangerous state whose territory is being used for the accelerated arming of Lebanon's Hezbollah militia, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said in an interview with an Israeli daily.Blair, Howard call for help in Iraq from Syria, Iran CBC via Yahoo! Canada News - Nov 13 7:44 AM
Two of Washington's staunchest allies in the war in Iraq are now appealing for talks with Iran and Syria to help end the violence in the country.Blair urges world to engage Syria, Iran for the sake of peace WLUC TV 6 - Nov 13 4:05 PM
LONDON For the sake of peace in the Middle East, Britain's Prime Minister Tony Blair says Iran and Syria need to be brought into the process.Iraq role for Iran-Syria is rejected Gulf Daily News - Nov 13 5:08 PM
WASHINGTON: US Presi-dent George W Bush rejected new overtures to Iran and Syria last night and opposed a fixed timetable for a US withdrawal from Iraq.Iraq allies urge Bush to turn to Iran and Syria Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Nov 13 6:02 AM
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - U.S. President George W. Bush was under pressure from some of his closest allies on Monday to turn to arch enemies Iran and Syria for help in stabilising Iraq amid Iraqi government paralysis and fears of all-out civil war.Blair wants Syria, Iran to help stabilise Iraq Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 13 5:40 AM
IN A critical shift in policy, the British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, is calling for Syria and Iran to be engaged in efforts to stem violence in Iraq and to secure a broader Middle East peace settlement.Iraq may engage Syria, Iran to help end violence CTV.ca - Nov 13 7:04 AM
Iraq may seek help from Syria and Iran to quell sectarian violence within its borders, its government hinted after a meeting with top U.S. general John Abizaid.Iran and Syria urged to help Iraq BBC News - Nov 12 4:52 PM
The US and UK indicate they are ready to work with Syria and Iran to help end the violence in Iraq.Iraqi Premier and U.S. General Discuss Syria and Iran New York Times - Nov 13 7:53 PM
The two discussed the ?influence of the neighboring countries on the security situation,? according to a statement from the prime minister?s office.Blair to urge Syria, Iran to help on Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 13 3:29 AM
Prime Minister Tony Blair will call on Monday for Iran and Syria to join efforts to stem violence in Iraq as Washington and London review their strategy in response to growing opposition to their involvement there.Blair Urges World to Engage Iran, Syria ABC News - Nov 12 7:11 PM
British Prime Minister Tony Blair Urges World to Engage Iran, Syria for Sake of Mideast PeaceBlair urges Iran-Syria talks The Age - Nov 13 5:45 AM
Prime Minister Tony Blair urges international engagement with Iran and Syria to advance the peace process in the Middle-East.Syria And Iran: Keys To Iraq Peace? KGO-TV Bay Area - Nov 13 7:11 AM
Ahead of a key strategy meeting on Iraq, a Bush official talks of a "fresh approach." And Britain's prime minister is said to favor talking to Iran and Syria.Blair to urge Syria, Iran to join Mideast peace efforts AFP via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 13 2:54 AM
Tony Blair is set to call on Syria and Iran to boost their support for peace efforts in Iraq and the Middle East, amid growing talk of a change in Western strategy in the region.Blair tells inquiry Iran and Syria must be included in push for peace in Iraq Daily Mail - Nov 14 3:37 PM
Tony Blair's hopes of enlisting Iran's help for an Iraq exit strategy were in doubt amid signs of deep unease in Washington and outright contempt in Tehran. With the situation in Iraq spiralling out of control following another day of mass slaughter Blair advocates role for Iran, Syria IranMania.com - 1 hour, 3 minutes ago
LONDON, November 15 (IranMania) - British Prime Minister Tony Blair gave evidence, via video link, to America's Iraq Study Group which is reviewing President George W Bush's disastrous strategy, The Hindu website reported.Blair urges world to engage Syria, Iran for the sake of peace WHO-TV 13 Des Moines - Nov 13 7:07 AM
LONDON For the sake of peace in the Middle East, Britain's Prime Minister Tony Blair says Iran and Syria need to be brought into the process. Blair says the outcome of...Powers 'stoking Somali conflict' BBC News - 2 hours, 53 minutes ago
Ten countries, including Syria and Iran, are violating an arms embargo on Somalia, a UN report says.Iran and Syria urged on Iraq solution ITN via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 13 2:02 AM
Tony Blair is calling on Iran and Syria to join efforts to secure peace in Iraq and the Middle East.Bush cool to asking Iran, Syria to help on Iraq Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 4:00 PM
President George W. Bush, searching for a new approach in Iraq, expressed little enthusiasm on Monday for seeking Syrian and Iranian help to calm Iraq as he cautioned Democrats against quick U.S. troop reductions.Syria renews call to lift blockade on Palestinians People's Daily - Nov 14 5:34 PM
Syrian Vice President Farouk al- Shara on Tuesday renewed his country's call to lift the blockade on the Palestinian people, the official SANA news agency reported.Blair urges world to engage Syria, Iran for the sake of peace KBCI Boise - Nov 13 5:48 AM
LONDON For the sake of peace in the Middle East, Britain's Prime Minister Tony Blair says Iran and Syria need to be brought into the process. Blair says the outcome of the war in Iraq could be at stake.Iraq allies urge Bush to turn to Iran, Syria Mail and Guardian - Nov 13 8:59 AM
United States President George Bush was under pressure from some of his closest allies on Monday to turn to arch-enemies Iran and Syria for help in stabilising Iraq amid Iraqi government paralysis and fears of all-out civil war.Blair tells inquiry Iran and Syria must be included in push for peace in Iraq Evening Standard - Nov 14 4:35 PM
Tony Blair's hopes of enlisting Iran's help for an Iraq exit strategy were in doubt amid signs of deep unease in Washington and outright contempt in Tehran.Blair to urge Syria and Iran to help on Iraq Daily Mail - Nov 13 5:19 AM
Prime Minister Tony Blair will call today for Iran and Syria to join efforts to stem violence in Iraq as Washington and London review their strategy in response to growing opposition to their involvement there Blair sees peace role for Iran and Syria ePolitix via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 13 1:00 AM
Tony Blair is set to call for Iran and Syria to become involved in efforts to secure peace in Iraq and the wider Middle East.Iraq allies urge Bush to turn to Iran, Syria Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 13 2:07 PM
President George W. Bush, searching for a new approach in Iraq, expressed little enthusiasm on Monday for seeking Syrian and Iranian help to calm Iraq as he also cautioned Democrats against quick U.S. troop reductions.Tony Blair plans to say :Iran and Syria should be included in talks for an overarching Middle East strategy India Daily - Nov 13 7:59 AM
Iran and Syria should be included in talks for an overarching Middle East strategy, especially regarding stability in Iraq, British Prime Minister Tony Blair will say in a foreign policy speech to be delivered Nov. 13, a Blair spokesman said.Blair peace plea to Syria and Iran ic Ealing.co.uk - Nov 13 7:32 AM
Tony Blair is to call for Iran and Syria to be engaged in efforts to secure peace in Iraq and the Middle East. The Prime Minister believes the two states should be warned of the consequences of failing to help as part of a "whole" strategy for the region.Iran and Syria urged on Iraq solution ITV.com - Nov 13 2:11 AM
Tony Blair is calling on Iran and Syria to join efforts to secure peace in Iraq and the Middle East. In a speech at the Guildhall later the Prime Minister will say the two states should be warned of the consequences of failing to help and will urge them to join international dialogue.Olmert: We Would Love to Negotiate With Syria Israel National News - Nov 13 9:36 AM
(IsraelNN.com) During a joint press conference in the White House with President George W. Bush, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert stated a few moments ago We are not opposed to negotiating with Syria, I would love to negotiate with the Syrians. Syria - Some positive signs amidst daunting challenges AME Info - Nov 13 1:52 AM
There have been some positive developments in Syria. The economy is benefiting from strong oil prices and the non-oil sector is performing strongly. Furthermore, the piecemeal reform program has accelerated over the last year.(AFX UK Focus) 2006-11-13 13:47 GMT: Blair to call on Syria, Iran to play 'constructive' role in Middle East Interactive Investor - Nov 13 6:23 AM
LONDON (AFX) - Prime Minister Tony Blair will tell Iran and Syria they have a "strategic choice" as to whether they play a constructive role in the Middle East, his spokesman said.Dialogue with Syria over Iraq will not come for free Times Online - Nov 14 7:01 AM
From disciples to diplomats, the road to Damascus has long been taken by those seeking a change of heart or strengthened resolve.Syria and Iran dismiss U.S. accusation on Lebanon Tiscali - Nov 13 4:33 AM
DAMASCUS (Reuters) - Syria and Iran on Thursday dismissed a U.S. accusation that they are trying to topple Lebanon s government with their Lebanese ally Hezbollah.