The White House has been pressing for a stronger international response to the Syrian assault despite reluctance from key allies in the region who fear that the departure of President Bashar al-Assad would lead to prolonged instability or possibly civil war. Numerous administration and congressional officials condemned the new violence and, as the European Union expanded sanctions on Syrian government officials, some prodded Obama to take a stronger stance. |
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Sheila Samples is an Oklahoma writer and a former civilian US Army Public Information Officer. She is a Managing Editor for OpEd News, and a regular contributor for a variety of Internet sites.