Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Where Key Countries Stand On The Syria Crisis

The possibility of Western strikes on Syria has divided opinion in the region

Syria Crisis: Where Key Countries Stand -- BBC

The US and its allies are said to be considering military action against sites in Syria. But what do countries in the region and beyond think about any possible action?

Syria's Neighbours

Turkey

The Turkish government has been one of the most strident critics of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad since early on in the uprising. On Monday Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu told Turkey's Milliyet newspaper that the country was ready to join an international coalition for action against Syria even in the absence of agreement at the UN Security Council.

Saudi Arabia and the Gulf

The monarchies of the Gulf are said to have been key in funding and supplying the rebel forces fighting against forces loyal to President Assad. Saudi Arabia has been a rival of the Syrian government for years and has been particularly active in pushing for action against Mr Assad, with former Saudi ambassador to Washington Prince Bandar bin Sultan reportedly trying in recent weeks to garner international support for further support for the rebels.

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My Comment: A good quick summary on where everyone stands.

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