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As Pressure for Talks Grows, Iran and Syria Gain Leverage 
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The White House is under growing pressure to talk to Iran and Syria to help stabilize Iraq, but mounting violence in Iraq and the Bush administration's political woes give the negotiating edge to Tehran and Damascus and complicate any U.S. outreach, experts say.US denies rift with Blair on Syria, Iran AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 15 1:02 AM
The White House has 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.Views from Iran, Syria and Iraq BBC News - Nov 15 6:33 AM
The US and UK say Iran and Syria could play a role in stabilising Iraq, but are laying down conditions.Rice cool to talks with Iran, Syria Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 14 9:59 PM
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on Tuesday said neither Iran nor Syria appeared interested in helping stabilize Iraq or the Middle East as she played down the idea of direct talks.Syria ruled out of Iraq solution as state department looks to Iran Guardian Unlimited - Nov 15 5:26 PM
The US state department's top official on Iraq policy said yesterday that America had ruled out negotiations with Syria on curbing the violence in Iraq, but was considering talks with Iran.Mideast waits to see what US will decide on Iran, Syria and Iraq Khaleej Times - 2 hours, 13 minutes ago
CAIRO Across the Middle East, hope is mixed with dread at even the chance of major US policy shifts toward Iran, Syria or Iraq. Many believe reaching out to Syria or Iran could boost Palestinian peace efforts, but they also fear any quick US pullout from Iraq could leave the region reeling.Iran and Syria supplied Somali Islamists with arms, says UN Independent - Nov 15 4:26 PM
A UN-commissioned report has accused 10 countries, including Iran and Syria, of breaking an arms embargo on Somalia amid fears that the conflict could spill across the Horn of Africa.UN Says Iran, Syria, Others Fueling Conflict in Somalia Voice of America - Nov 15 1:37 PM
A U.N. panel of experts has accused Iran, Syria and Lebanon's Hezbollah militia of providing weapons, training and financing to Islamic militants in Somalia.Iran, Venezuela to build refinery in Syria World Tribune - Nov 15 8:53 AM
NICOSIA Iran and Venezuela have pledged to build an oil refinery in Syria. The three countries have signed a memorandum of understanding to construct an oil refinery in Syria in a project estimated at $1.5 billion.US, France 'are acting the same way Syria used to' The Daily Star Lebannon - Nov 15 1:49 PM
President Emile Lahoud called Wednesday for the speedy formation of a national unity government to reduce tensions - and for foreign powers to stop interfering in Lebanon.Lahoud denounced France and the United States, accusing them of aggravating the crisis and of "acting the same way that Syria used to act in Lebanon."Iran, Syria set lofty terms for U.S. talks UPI - Nov 15 11:15 AM
DAMASCUS, Syria, Nov. 15 (UPI) -- Iran and Syria have indicated they would resume dialogue with the United States but have set some stringent conditions, the Times of London reports.Rice says Syria appears to have aligned itself with "the forces of extremism" Aljazeera - Nov 15 7:57 AM
Condoleezza Rice, the US secretary of state, has said she opposes the idea of including Iran and Syria in talks to curb the violence in Iraq. The US has previously accused Iran and Syria of helping to fuel the violence. Both have denied the accusations.Iran, Syria 'arming Somali militants' Australian Broadcasting Corporation - Nov 15 10:32 AM
A United Nations report quoted by France's Le Monde newspaper says Iran and Syria are breaking a UN embargo by sending arms to the Islamic Tribunals militia in Somalia.Iran, Syria Continue To Show Destabilizing Behavior, Rice Says [Press Release] U.S. Department of State - Nov 15 5:39 PM
The Bush administration is willing to talk to Syria and Iran under the right circumstances, but both countries continue to demonstrate behavior that is destabilizing to the Middle East, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says. Speaking to reporters while en route to Vietnam, Rice says, I will talk to anybody, anywhere, anytime under the right circumstances if I think we can make progress. I m No talks with Iran, Syria: Rice Pakistani Newspaper - Nov 15 7:49 AM
RAMSTEIN, Germany, Nov 15: US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on Wednesday ruled out talks with Iran or Syria unless they mend their ways, despite mounting global pressure for a new strategy to stabilise Iraq.Somali jihadists armed by Syria and Iran fought in Hizballah s war against Israel. Iran is after Somali uranium DEBKAfile - Nov 15 4:07 AM
A United Nations 86-page report discloses that in mid-July, more than 720 combat-hardened fighters were personally selected by Aden Hashi Farah of the Somali Islamist front, some of whose leaders belong to al Qaeda, to fight in Lebanon in return for training and arms from Iran and Syria.Rice cool to talks with Iran and Syria Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Nov 14 10:08 PM
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on Tuesday said neither Iran nor Syria appeared interested in helping stabilise Iraq or the Middle East as she played down the idea of direct talks.IRAN, SYRIA SEEK INTEROPERABILITY Middle East Newsline - Nov 15 3:38 AM
LONDON [MENL] -- Iran and Syria have launched an effort to ensure military interoperability. Western intelligence sources said the effort was meant to ensure that the two militaries could coordinate attacks, share information and launch joint ground and missile operations.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.Rice not for talks with Iran and Syria Aljazeera - Nov 14 11:23 PM
Condoleezza Rice, the US secretary of state, has played down the idea of direct talks with Iran and Syria, saying that neither appeared interested in helping to stabilise Iraq or the Middle East.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. Iran, Syria arming Islamists Sunday Times - Nov 15 6:07 AM
PARIS - Iran and Syria are breaking a United Nations (UN) embargo by sending arms to the Islamic Tribunals militia in Somalia, according to a UN report quoted by Le Monde newspaper.Rice cool to talks with Iran, Syria AlertNet - Nov 14 9:48 PM
Source: Reuters By Arshad Mohammed RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany, Nov 14 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on Tuesday said neither Iran nor Syria appeared interested in helping stabilize Iraq or the ... Rice cool to talks with Iran, Syria Gulf News - Nov 15 3:37 AM
Ramstein Air Base, Germany: US Secretary of State Condoloeeza Rice was sceptical on Tuesday about British Prime Minister Tony Blair s plea for US talks with Iran and Syria, saying that neither appeared interested in helping stabilise Iraq or the Middle East.Rice cool to talks with Iran, Syria IranMania.com - Nov 15 1:09 AM
LONDON, November 15 (IranMania) - US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said neither Iran nor Syria appeared interested in helping stabilize Iraq or the Middle East as she played down the idea of direct talks, Reuters reported.US rebuffs Syria, Iran offers News 24 South Africa - Nov 15 1:34 AM
The US has rebuffed proposals of talks from Syria and Iran, declaring that "talking isn't a policy".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 · 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 - Nov 14 8:40 PM
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.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.Iranian cartoonist wins 1st Prize at Syria contest IranMania.com - Nov 14 8:40 PM
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.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: What Iran and Syria want BBC News - Nov 15 6:05 AM
Washington is only likely to secure active Iranian and Syrian co-operation over Iraq by paying a high diplomatic price.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.Rick Warren praises Syria's tolerance, agency says WorldNetDaily - Nov 15 5:47 PM
California mega-church pastor Rick Warren, author of the best-selling "Purpose-Driven Life," reportedly told a Syrian-controlled news agency the U.S. should have been holding dialogues with Damascus; Syrian Muslims and Christians co-exist peacefully; and the Syrian leadership is responsible for the nation's tolerance and stability.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.Rice says no "magic bullet" for Iraq AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 15 6:03 AM
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has ruled out talks with Iran or Syria unless they mend their ways, despite mounting global pressure for a new strategy to stabilise Iraq.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.Highlights from the world's press CNN.com - Nov 15 2:36 AM
The New York Times says Washington could put greater pressure on Iran and continue efforts to disarm Hezbollah by dropping its resistance to high level talks with 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.Talking tough from a weak position BBC News - Nov 15 6:06 AM
The so-called opening to Iran and Syria is going to be a difficult enterprise, says Paul Reynolds.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.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.U.N. Report Cites Outside Military Aid to Somalia's Islamic Forces Washington Post - Nov 14 7:25 PM
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. 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.The truth about Tony Guardian Unlimited - 2 hours, 27 minutes ago
Welcome to the Backbencher, Guardian Unlimited's insider's guide to Westminster. You thought Tony had suggested that engaging with Iran, Syria and the Middle East peace process might be the key to sorting out Iraq? How wrong you were.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.US denies rift with Blair on Syria, Iran Middle East Online - Nov 15 1:43 AM
Washington says Blair's remarks signal cracks between Downing Street and White House are mischaracterizations.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.Kim Jong Il Greets Syrian President Korean Central News Agency - Nov 15 6:40 PM
Pyongyang, November 15 (KCNA) -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il sent a message of greetings to Bashar Al-Assad, President of Syria and regional secretary of the Arab Socialist Baath Party, Wednesday on the occasion of the 36th anniversary of the corrective movement in Syria.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.Light the Night Walk receives check Herald Standard - 7 minutes ago
Uniontown Caravan 9 of Syria Shrine AAONMS recently presented a check for $7,000 to the Light the Night Walk held in September by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.Mideast countries could help stabilize Iraq, says Danish PM People's Daily - Nov 15 5:34 PM
Syria and other Mideast countries have a role to play in stabilizing Iraq, said reports from Copenhagen on Wednesday, quoting the Danish prime minister.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.