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Syrian Opposition Calls General Strike, Fears Bloodbath

Syrian opposition forces call a general strike hoping to hasten the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, despite fears of a bloodbath.

Assad's 'Mexican Standoff' with the Arab League

Syria's president accepts monitors to ensure his troops end violence, but only if the Arab League agrees not to enforce its own deal.

US, French Ambassadors Return to Damascus

The U.S. and France have both returned their ambassadors to Damascus this week as the world hopes to see democracy in Syria.

Syria Accepts Arab League Observers

Syria has aquiesced to an Arab League ultimatum to accept a delegation of observers, or face U.N. involvement.

Syria Says It is Negotiating with Arab League

The deadline has passed, but Syria says it is still negotiating with Arab League over its request to send observers.

Assad Ignores Arab League Ultimatum, 25 More Die

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has not responded to an Arab League deadline to sign its initiative to end the violence against its people.

Arab League Again Extends Syria's Ultimatum

Arab League presents Damascus with yet another ultimatum to accept observers or face sanctions.

Arab League Adds Travel Ban, Tightens Sanctions on Syria

The Cairo-based Arab League has tightened its sanctions on Syria, listing 17 high-ranking officials on a travel ban to other Arab nations.

Kuwait Warns Citizens 'Leave Syria Now'

Kuwait warned its citizens Thursday to leave Syria "to ensure their safety" while they still can.

Turkey Hits Syria with Sanctions

Turkey has struck Syria with a list of economic sanctions designed to break the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.

EU Adds More Sanctions Against Syria

One day after the Arab League imposes sanctions against Syria, the European Union adds to those it has already levied on Damascus.

UNHRC Charges Syria's Assad with Crimes Against Humanity

The UN Human Rights Council has decided Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is guilty of crimes against humanity committed by his troops.

Lebanon Refuses to Enforce Syria Sanctions

The Hizbullah-dominated government in Beirut says it will not enforce sanctions on its ally, the regime of Bashar al-Assad.

Arab League Approves 'Unprecedented' Sanctions on Syria

The Arab League voted to impose sanctions on Syria, which it previously suspended. Syria: it violates the 'rules of Arab cooperation.'

Arab Countries Preparing to Sanction Assad

After Syria refuses to let observers enter its territory, Arab nations now planning to slap sanctions on the Assad regime.

Syria: Unfazed by Ultimatum, Assad Continues Killing

More violence in Syria as President Bashar Assad ignores an Arab League deadline to allow observers in the country.

Arab League to Syria: Allow Observers by Friday

The Arab League gives Syria a Friday deadline: allow monitors into the country or face sanctions.

'No-Fly' Zone for Syria

With the blood-drenched soil of Libya barely dry, Syria is poised to face the same fate as Arab nations plan a "no-fly zone."

Syria Agrees to Observers; Bloodshed Continues

Syria agrees "in principle" to allow Arab League observers into the country. Meanwhile, the bloody crackdown continues.

EU Nations to Sponsor UN Resolution to Condemn Syria

Three European Union nations plan to propose a resolution to condemn Syria at the United Nations General Assembly session Thursday.

UAE, Morocco Condemn Embassy Attacks

Syrian regime loyalists stormed the embassies of the United Arab Emirates and Morocco Wednesday in Damascus over the Arab League suspension.

Arab League to Syria: Stop Violence in Three Days or Else...

Arab League confirms Syria's suspension, gives Assad three days to stop the violence or face economic sanctions.

Report: 70% of Arab Youth Want to Leave Region

Arab League population experts warn 70% of Arab youth want to leave the Middle East to seek a better life elsewhere.

BBC: Jordan's King Advises Assad to Resign

Jordanian King Abdullah II has publicly called for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step down in an interview with the BBC.

Turkey Evacuates Diplomats' Families from Damascus

Turkey has decided to evacuate the families of diplomats in Damascus after its embassy was attacked.

Armed Mobs Storm Foreign Embassies in Syria

Violent armed mobs stormed foreign embassies in Damascus and Latakia on Saturday, hours after the Arab League suspended Syria.

Arab League Suspends Syria

The Arab League suspended Syria on Saturday following another day of mass murder of civilians and deserting soldiers by the Assad regime.

Arab Leaders Offer Assad Safe Haven

US officials say Arab leaders have offered Syria's Bashar al-Assad a safe-haven in exchange for his "inevitable" departure from power.

Syria: 21 Dead as Crackdown Continues

Human activists say 21 dead, including an eight-year-old, as Assad's violent crackdown continues.

Syrian Opposition Group Meets with Arab League

A Syrian opposition group is set to meet with the head of the Cairo-based Arab League Wednesday to discuss the nation's worsening violence.

'Dozens' of Syrians Killed, Hundreds More Wounded in Homs

After six days of shelling in Homs, dozens of Syrians have been killed and hundreds more were wounded, activists said Monday.

Syrian Deal with Arab League Released in Cairo

The Syrian agreement to end 7 months of bloodshed against civilian protesters has been released to media. But will it be implemented?

Syria Claims Deal on Crackdowns Reached with Arab League

Syria claims a deal to end government crackdowns on protesters has been reached with the Arab League.

Syria Agrees to Arab League Proposal, In Part

Syria has reportedly agreed to some parts of an Arab League proposal to end unrest in the country.

Assad: Willing to Talk to the Opposition

After seven months of bloody protests, Syrian President Assad claims he is willing to talk to "all political powers."

Arab Delegation Says Bashar 'Eager' to End Syria Crisis

A Qatar-led delegation from the Arab League is in Damascus hoping to mediate an end to Syria's undrest as violence continues.

Syrian President in Talks With Arab League

Embattled Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has begun talks with a delegation from the Arab League.

Arab League Rejects GCC Push to Suspend Syria

The Arab League has opted to seek a dialogue between Syrian president Bashar Assad and opposition leaders over suspension.

Arab League to Debate Suspending Syria

Saudi Arabia and its Gulf allies want Syria suspended from the Arab League as unrest in the country spirals towards civil war.

Arab League, Syria Reach Deal on 'Reforms'

The Arab League has allegedly reached a deal with Syria on "reforms" to end government violence against protesters.

Arab League Chief Delays Syria Visit

Just one day before it was to start, Arab League chief Nabil El-Arabi delays his planned visit to Syria. No explanations provided.

Arab League Secretary General in Damascus as Blood Flows On

Arab League secretary general Nabil al-Arabi is in Damascus to pressure President Bashar Assad to stop his bloody crackdown; more deaths.

Arab League Puts Syria on Agenda

The Arab League has put Syria on its upcoming meeting agenda as Assad's hit-and-run crackdown proceeds apace.

Tripoli Falls to Libyan Rebels - Arab League Recognizes New Govt

Tripoli has fallen, and Libya's rebel fighters have begun to install a new government. The Arab League has announced its recognition.

Arab 'Concern' Over Syria

Arab League Expresses Concerns Over Syria Violence

The Arab League expressed "growing concern" over Syria's crackdown on protesters. Meanwhile, troops entered Deir al-Zor.