UN says Syrian sides 'lack willingness' for peace [View all]

Source: BBC News

The head of the UN Supervision Mission in Syria (UNSMIS) says there appears to be a "lack of willingness" on both sides to see a peaceful transition.

Maj-Gen Robert Mood said violence had intensified over the past 10 days, resulting in losses for the government and opposition, and putting his unarmed UN observers at "significant risk".

The Norwegian said there was a "push towards advancing military positions".

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