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As UN Secretary-General, he backed them throughout his tenure. His role is similar now. In 2001, the Nobel Committee awarded him its Peace Prize for services rendered. In 2009, Obama got it for the same reason and what was expected from him. He didn't disappoint.
On May 30, Foreign Policy (FP) headlined "What the Hell Should We Do About Syria?"
Five one-sided contributors gave answers. Alternative voices weren't invited.
Robin Yassin-Kassab said "Arm the Guerrillas." Maybe he didn't notice the consistent heavy weapons flows, or perhaps he wants much more sent.
He called Assad's government "treasonous." That's why he "support(s) supplying weapons to the Free Syrian Army. Let's get it over with as soon as possible."
Yassin-Kassab serves as Critical Muslim co-editor.
Rand Slim said "Talk to Iran." He blamed Houla killings on Assad. His strategy is "survival at any cost and through any means. (He) does not have a Plan B."
He's "digging in for a long fight." Boil over tensions hit Lebanon. Insurgent weapons flow in like water. Don't expect them "to be a game-changer." Nor will international negotiations.
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