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maddezmom

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Tue Feb 7, 2012, 11:57 AM Feb 2012

Gulf Arab states expel Syrian ambassadors

Gulf Arab states say they are expelling Syrian ambassadors in their countries and recalling their envoys from Syria.

The Gulf Cooperation Council said Syria had rejected Arab attempts to solve the crisis and end 11 months of bloodshed.

The US closed its embassy in Syria on Monday, and several European countries have recalled their ambassadors.

The moves came as Syrian government forces continued their fierce assault on the restive city of Homs, and Russian officials visited Damascus

more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-16932556

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Gulf Arab states expel Syrian ambassadors (Original Post) maddezmom Feb 2012 OP
Following the lead of their patrons... too bad the Gulf States didnt have the guts to do it first nt riderinthestorm Feb 2012 #1
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