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Startling new concessions made by Syria's desperate president

  • Written by: The Conversation
imageA man on the edge.EPA/SANA

Listening to Syria’s state media is usually a predictable chore. There are daily declarations military victories over the enemy and talk of the “heavy losses” suffered by terrorists. Perpetual progress is being made in economic development and food and electricity is always being provided. The Syrian...

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