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| Tweet Topic Started: Jan 27 2013, 12:58 AM (512 Views) | |
| Acer | Jan 27 2013, 12:58 AM Post #1 |
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Turkey's stance on the Syrian situation is clear - we recognize the Syrian National Coalition (SNC) as the sole legitimate representative of Syria, we want an end to the fighting, and we're willing to accept a reconciliation council composed of both SNC and pro-Assad supporters, as long as ex-President Assad is not part of that council and is not in a position of power. We call on our NATO allies who are still on the fence to clarify their views on Syria and to help us take action to end this crisis. Many nations here have declared that they view the SNC as the legitimate representative of Syria, but beyond that have taken little action. Every day we fail to act, is a day that more lives are ended and more families torn apart. To be clear, Turkey is not advocating for NATO military intervention in Syria. However, our nations must make a concerted effort in the United Nations and through other international channels to get the world to work together to resolve the Syrian situation. One action would be a resolution that passes the UNSC and preferably includes UN peacekeepers to enforce a ceasefire. Also, through private communications with China and Russia, we must bring them around to put pressure on Assad to step down or to convince his subordinates to turn on him. A note of concern for Turkey's government is that in private talks with the Russian government (OOC: in-game), possible Russian military invention in the conflict to prop up Assad's government along with the potential announcement of a Russian mutual defense pact with Syria were mentioned. While the Turkish government is not sure how much truth were in these statements versus simple rhetoric, the fact is that we need to wake up and deal with this situation before it possibly takes a turn for the worst. |
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| Circo | Jan 27 2013, 12:02 PM Post #2 |
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![]() Yves Brodeur Permanent Representative to NATO Canada The situation in Syria has continued for too long and it appears that hostilities will continue to increase between the Syrian Government and the Syrian National Coalition at the expense of the Syrian people. Canada also is against NATO military intervention and feels that any military action taken by NATO will only serve to provoke Syria and it's allies. We have seen the stanch defense of Assad's government from Russia's UN representative and believe that Russia's military could intervene to ensure Assad's government remains in power. The only option for a successful resolution to the Syrian Conflict is for the United Nations to take action. Only a politically neutral organisation can ensure the long term safety of the Syrian people and we feel that it is imperative that the UN begin taking firm action towards a ceasefire and an end of hostilities. |
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| Jos1311 | Jan 27 2013, 02:01 PM Post #3 |
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![]() Permanent Representative to NATO _____ The Netherlands is growing more and more concerned with the confrontational policies and attitude that the Russian Federation seems to be adopting. Not just in the matter of Syria, but also in the way how it has been dealing the Kuril Islands affair, this combined with its anti-democratic actions against its own minorities, is considered by The Hague as a concerning development. In light of these policies and actions, The Hague would not find it surprising if Moscow would offer an MDP to Syria. Seeing the threats this would cause to regional stability, such a matter must be prevented. I think it is important that we, as NATO, clearly express our stance that we will not support any type of NATO involvement in the matter. While this might work counterproductive, and strengthen Assad's believe he gain win, it might be enough to prevent Russia from offering the MDP. The Netherlands will remain with the stance its spoke out on the 10th of December 2012, namely that it views the Syrian National Coalition (SNC) as the legitimate representative of the Syrian people. While we understand the views of Ankara in this matter, we believe that it is vital to keep the door towards Damascus open. Recognizing the SNC as the sole legitimate representative of the Syrian people, would in my eyes, close the door for diplomacy. That is a situation that needs to be prevented. I believe the key in ensuring that the SNC will be victorious in the entire situation, will be a larger role for its regional partners. Together with these regional partners, such as Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, NATO needs to open up all registers and utilize all diplomatic means available to isolate Assad. While Iran, Russia and, to a lesser extent China, will try to keep Assad in power it is a fact that he is losing power and is resorting to terror to keep his position. While the effects of his acts are devastating and regretful, foreign intervention into the crisis would only worsen the entire situation. Like the Canadian representative I believe an important role is reserved for the United Nations, and the Arab League. We should stimulate both organizations to act and come to an agreement that is acceptable. I do however also concur with the Turkish representative that Assad should in now way or role be part of Syria's future and The Hague believes that Assad should be brought before the International Criminal Court. |
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| Jos1311 | Jan 28 2013, 06:57 AM Post #4 |
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![]() Permanent Representative to NATO _____ The recent news coming out of Iran and Russia is extremely concerning, while the Netherlands is still highly against a direct involvement of NATO in the entire affair, it clearly indicates that both Moscow and Tehran have had a hidden agenda in the entire matter. If the reports appear to be correct and both Tehran and Moscow are deploying forces to assist Assad, The Hague proposes that we approach the Arab League, or the the Friends of Syria Group in order to ensure more assistance and funding for the Syrian National Coalition. I would like to request the Turkish representative to take steps towards arranging a meeting for the Friends of Syria Group to be held in Turkey. In the meantime the Netherlands will, if the reports are correct, call for an Emergency Special Session of the United Nations General Assembly in order to issue any recommendations it deems necessary in order to restore situation in Syria, as the Russian Federation has clearly placed its own agenda ahead of its responsibility to, as a Security Council Member, maintain international peace and security. Due to this Russian stance the UNSC has been unable to reach unanimity amongst its five permanent members for three different resolutions already, a matter that The Hague find, in the light of the recent developments, highly irresponsible. |
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| Tacojoemeru | Jan 28 2013, 10:09 AM Post #5 |
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French Representative to NATO The French government is deeply disturbed at the Russian and Iranian deployments to Syria in support of the Assad regime. The outright deployment of combat troops by both nations, in any number, to maim and kill the Syrian people is a dangerous step for the entire region and could potentially threaten European lives in dozens of countries. |
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| C.E | Jan 29 2013, 02:10 AM Post #6 |
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The news on the developments in Syria is most disturbing. Provided that we receive viable information that said developments are correct, then we must initial present a united condemnation and then discuss an aggressive strategy towards both Iran and Russia. That said I would also propose that Europe begins to evaluate how to address the recent aggressive approach taken by Moscow on matters of International peace. This could for instance be installing a blockade of Russian ships passing the Bosporus in Turkey, provided Turkey supports such a measure. While I am only brainstorming here, We need to act accordingly and we need to do so with due haste. |
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| Circo | Jan 29 2013, 01:21 PM Post #7 |
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![]() Yves Brodeur Permanent Representative to NATO Canada I can only echo Minister Hækkerup's statement; the recent developments in Syria is most disturbing and I fear that Russia's and Iran's recent deployments are indications that Syria will continue to be cast in fear and death for some time to come. The fact that both nations continue to show their strong support of Syria will no room to comprise to international calls makes me think that a peaceful resolution to the Conflict is beyond the realm of possibility. Given Russia and Iran's deployment of military forces to support Assad and his government, I am of the belief that the only thing that NATO can do in the current situation is to place economic sanctions against Russia, Iran and Syria and to call upon the Arab League to follow suit. Given the recent closure of the Suez Canal by Egypt to Iranian vessels, I am sure that other Arabic nations will follow suit. To use or display any type of military force will only result in an escalation and the aggression shown by Russia and Iran are highly suggestive that they will retort with power. If we can limit their economies, with luck, we can gain a foothold in ensuring a peaceful and just resolution. Edited by Circo, Jan 29 2013, 01:24 PM.
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| C.E | Jan 30 2013, 12:56 AM Post #8 |
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European dependence of Russian Gas, especially that of Germany blocks a viable economic sanction on Russia. However I concur with the proposed steps by Representative Brodeur. Considering the recent steps undertaken by Egypt, I believe we must act fast to support these steps, and while against the charter of the Suez Canal, so is unilateral interference in the domestic policies of another sovereign as committed by Moscow and Tehran. Hence I would suggest that we just ignore Moscow's presentation of articles etc. Also, if newly re-elected President Obama wishes to play any part of the International community, the I suggest he begins to actively participate! |
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| Jos1311 | Jan 30 2013, 01:41 PM Post #9 |
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![]() Ambassador to the NATO _____ Washington stands firmly behind the actions of Egypt and will provide backing to Cairo for this move. That said the issue should not end there. We have seen that Russia is becoming more and more aggressive towards other nations and its own minorities. In the Kuril Islands we saw them blatantly violate and agreement they had with Japan to pull back all naval forces from the area, while it now also is becoming more and more clear that they are providing arms to Assad. The United States has already made it clear that it will not tolerate interference of Russia or Iran into the Syrian civil war, if they decide to not listen to the US warnings, the international community will need to respond in a way its deems appropriate. Washington is not for military interference into the conflict and prefers it to remain a regional matter at best. We should contact the Arab League and start discussing various important matters, such as increasing arms supplies to the SNC, if both Iran and Russia do not cease their current activities. In order to place pressure on the Russians, the US will order the Carrier Strike Group Two to move from Algeria towards the area. |
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| Tacojoemeru | Jan 31 2013, 10:29 AM Post #10 |
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French Representative to NATO France would be willing to send vessels to join CSG 2 in the Eastern Med as a show of solidarity. |
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