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Geneva Rights Council Reinforces Syrian Government’s Isolation
The United States worked with over 50 countries on the special session. It was co-sponsored by 29 members of the Human Rights Council - by far the largest number of co-sponsors for any special session since the Council was created.
Arab League Condemns Asad Regime’s Ruthless Campaign Against Syrian People
She said the details are appalling. She noted that among the commission's findings are evidence of systemic government support for the rape and torture of children.
General Assembly Adopts New Resolution on Syria’s Human Rights Abuses
She highlighted that today's measure, co-sponsored by 61 states, including the United States and key Arab partners, condemns human rights abuses by the Syrian regime, including the killing, arbitrary imprisonment, and torture of civilians, includin
Arab League Decision to Suspend Syria Welcomed
She stressed that the United States reiterates its calls for an immediate end to the violence, for free unfettered access for human rights monitors and journalists to deter and document grave human rights abuses
Assad Regime Drives Cycle of Violence and Sectarianism
He said much has changed both within Syria and in the international response to what is happening inside Syria since the unrest began eight months ago.
