Russia and China block Syria action

Belfast Telegraph Sunday 5th February, 2012

Arab countries should push ahead with action to end the violence in Syria, William Hague urged, promising the backing of Western countries after Russia and China blocked United Nations support.The Foreign Secretary agreed that the two countries had "blood on their hands" and would embolden the Syrian regime in pursuing its deadly crackdown by vetoi...

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    I am very grateful to the assistance of the American Embassy and the promise of the Chinese government for protection of my rights as a citizen over the long term. I am very gratified to see the Chinese government has been dealing with the situation with restraint and calm.

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