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A rare look inside Syria, under Assad's thumb - CBS News Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:26:35 GMT

CBC.ca

A rare look inside Syria, under Assad's thumb CBS News HOMS, Syria - The deadly violence in Syria has been growing for ten months now. Protesters are demanding the dictator, Bashar al-Assad, go. For 40 years, his family has held Syria in an iron grip, and he is determined to hang on at any price. ... Exclusive: Second Arab monitor may quit Syria over violenceReuters As Assad Seeks to Rally, Syria Monitor Sees 'Farce'Wall Street Journal Syrian president predicts 'triumph'CNN CBC.ca -Los Angeles Times all 952 news articles »

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Syria opposition, government trade blame for attack that kills French journalist - Washington Post Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:23:15 GMT

The Guardian

Syria opposition, government trade blame for attack that kills French journalist Washington Post BEIRUT — A mortar attack in the restive Syrian city of Homs killed at least eight people Wednesday, including a French cameraman who became the first Western journalist to die in the violence engulfing the country's 10-month-old uprising. ... Syria offers 'deep regret' for French journalist's deathCNN French Journalist Killed in Syria as Observer Mission FraysNew York Times (blog) Syria attacks: 'If the regime wanted to prove Homs was safe, it failed ...'The Guardian ABC News all 660 news articles »

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French journalist killed in Syria (2:39) - Washington Post Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:43:19 GMT

French journalist killed in Syria (2:39) Washington Post A French cameraman was killed in the Syrian city of Homs. The government and the opposition blamed each other for the deadly attack. (Jan. 11) (/The Associated Press) Correction: Clarification: SuperFan badge holders consistently post smart, ... and more »

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Arab league monitor quits Syria in frustration - ABC Online Thu, 12 Jan 2012 03:54:43 GMT

Arab league monitor quits Syria in frustration ABC Online A member of the Arab League team sent to check Syria's compliance with an Arab league peace plan has quit in frustration. Meanwhile, France has demanded the Syrian government investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a French journalist, ...

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Russian Ship Stopped Carrying Arms Bound For Syria - NPR Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:17:13 GMT

The Guardian

Russian Ship Stopped Carrying Arms Bound For Syria NPR by AP NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — A Russian ship that made an unscheduled stop in Cyprus while carrying tons of arms to Syria was technically violating an EU embargo on such shipments, say Cypriot officials. The vessel, however, was allowed to continue its ... Cyprus stops Syria-bound Russian ammunition shipThe Guardian Cyprus releases Russian Syria-bound 'ammunition' shipRIA Novosti Suspected Syria munitions boat to leave CyprusReuters all 225 news articles »

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Syria's Assad vows “iron fist”, mocks Arab League - Stabroek News Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:09:51 GMT

Wall Street Journal

Syria's Assad vows “iron fist”, mocks Arab League Stabroek News By Stabroek staff | 0 Comments | World News | Wednesday, January 11, 2012 BEIRUT, (Reuters) – Syrian President Bashar al-Assad vowed yesterday to strike “terrorists” with an iron fist and derided Arab League efforts to halt violence in a 10-month-old ... Syrian Leader Vows 'Iron Fist'Wall Street Journal Embattled Syrian president says victory is nearABC Online Syria's Assad vows 'iron fist' against oppositionWashington Post Reuters -New York Times all 5,413 news articles »

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French journalist killed in Syria on official trip - Newsday Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:12:47 GMT

Newsday

French journalist killed in Syria on official trip Newsday Click here French journalist killed in Syria on official trip Originally published: January 11, 2012 3:59 AM Updated: January 11, 2012 5:07 PM By The Associated Press ELIZABETH A. KENNEDY (Associated Press), GREG KELLER (Associated Press) (AP) -- A ... and more »

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Algeria aide says Syria has made effort on crisis - Reuters Africa Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:18 GMT

Inner City Press

Algeria aide says Syria has made effort on crisis Reuters Africa By Patrick Worsnip UNITED NATIONS, Jan 11 (Reuters) - Algeria's foreign minister said on Wednesday Syria's government had taken steps to defuse the crisis in the country and that it was the taking up of arms by the opposition that threatened wider ... Arab League mission in Syria faces challenges from both parties to conflict ...People's Daily Online On Syria, Medelci Calls Anwar Malik Just One Algerian, W. Sahara a Colonial IssueInner City Press AL Asks Algeria to Send More Monitors to SyriaCRIENGLISH.com all 20 news articles »

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Iran, Syria and beyond - Hurriyet Daily News (press release) Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:12:01 GMT

Haaretz

Iran, Syria and beyond Hurriyet Daily News (press release) For example, Turkey's policy toward Syria is enough to make Iran unhappy. Turkey's decisive role in political developments in Syria continues as the US and Britain supported activity. In the end, Iran is about to lose its greatest ally in the region. ... Turkey seizes alleged Iranian arms shipment to SyriaHaaretz Syria: Turkey seizes 'Iranian trucks carry arms to Syria'Adnkronos International English LEAD: Turkey seizes Iranian trucks allegedly shipping arms to SyriaMonsters and Critics.com Ya Libnan -Wall Street Journal all 213 news articles »

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Syrians face more economic hardship as unrest spreads - Reuters Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:01:21 GMT

Syrians face more economic hardship as unrest spreads Reuters I am now so afraid every day this crisis continues with no light at the end of the tunnel," said Zaitoun, 44 , speaking at his office in the Syrian capital's Seven Lakes commercial district. Zaitoun's 14-year old son Abdullah, who attends an elite ... and more »