CN-Syrian Opposition Seeks Diplomatic and Military Support from the U.S.

Leaders of Syrian Opposition Coalition were in Washington this week seeking more diplomatic and military support from the United States.The visit included a meeting with head of Syrian Opposition Coalition and President Obama,which some experts view as sending a clear signal about US support for Syrian opposition.Questions remain over how Washington should support the anti-government forces in Syria without running the risk of propping up fighters who are hostile to U.S. interests in the region.

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