Overwhelming Opposition To U.S. Sec. of State Kerry's Remarks That 'Now Is The Time To Talk' To Syria's Assad

VOA: Kerry: US Ready for 'Diplomatic' Solution in Syria

WASHINGTON - As the Syrian conflict enters its fifth year, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said it is time to “reignite a diplomatic outcome” to a conflict that has killed more than 200,000 people and displaced millions.

Kerry said an effort is underway to convince Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to “change his calculation” and enter into negotiations.

On Monday, Assad said he is awaiting "action" from Washington to match Kerry's words.

WNU Editor: No one is supporting U.S. Sec. of State Kerry's remarks that the time is now for talks with Syrian President Assad .... even from Assad himself .... Syria's Assad dismissive of Kerry remark on negotiations (AP). But here is the best part .... even is OWN State Department is contradicting his comments .... US not open to talks with Assad, says State Department (Irish Times)

More News On Reaction To U.S. Sec. of State Kerry's Remarks That 'Now Is The Time To Talk' To Syria's Assad

Syria's Assad Dismissive of Kerry Remark on Negotiations -- AP
Syria's Assad says wants actions, not words from Kerry -- Reuters
Syria conflict: Assad calls for US action on negotiations -- BBC
Syria: Assad shuns Kerry ‘offer’ of negotiations to end civil war -- Euronews
Gulf Arabs respond with alarm to Kerry comment on Assad talks -- Reuters
After Kerry, France says Syria's Assad can't be part of negotiated solution -- Reuters
France stresses won't negotiate with Assad -- AFP
Turkish rejects Kerry's calls for dialogue with Assad -- Deutsche Welle
Turkey slams Kerry over call for Assad talks to end Syrian war -- Al Jazeera
Kerry says US wants to negotiate with Assad… State Dept denies -- RT
The Risks in Negotiating With Syria’s Assad -- Aaron David Miller, WSJ