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Britain Recognizes Syrian Opposition

November 20, 2012 • The newly formed Syrian National Coalition is the "sole legitimate representative of the Syrian people," British Foreign Secretary William Hague says. Britain joins France in recognizing the organization.

In Syria, Both Sides Now Have Heavy Weapons In Aleppo

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In Syria, Both Sides Now Have Heavy Weapons In Aleppo

August 2, 2012 • As fighting intensifies in the Syrian city, there are fears about the deadly consequences for civilians.

From 'Morning Edition': Anthony Kuhn, in Beirut, talks with Steve Inskeep

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Has Syria Reached A Tipping Point?

July 18, 2012 • Wednesday's bombing in Damascus, which killed several senior figures in President Bashar Assad's inner circle, also shattered the notion that he and his government still have firm control of the capital.

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Russia Is 'Propping Up' The Assad Regime, Secretary Clinton Says

May 31, 2012 • By resisting efforts at the United Nations to bring concerted pressure on Syrian President Bashar Assad to end the killing in his country, Russia is helping keep the regime in power, she says.

Syrian Diplomats Expelled As Nations Condemn Executions

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Syrian Diplomats Expelled As Nations Condemn Executions

May 29, 2012 • Fewer than 20 of the 108 people killed Friday in Houla died from artillery fire, according to the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights' office. Syrian diplomats are being expelled from countries around the world in response.

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Conflicting Claims On Cause And Death Toll After Explosion In Syria

April 26, 2012 • Activists inside Syria say government forces are responsible for an explosion today in the city of Hama, and that about 70 people were killed. The Assad regime says 16 people died in an explosion at a bomb factory used by "armed terrorist groups."

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In Syria, Peace Plan 'Is Unraveling'

April 18, 2012 • "It's almost as if in certain parts of the country the ceasefire isn't in effect anymore," NPR's Kelly McEvers reports.

Lynn Neary talks with Kelly McEvers

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Kelly McEvers on 'Morning Edition'

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