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Divide and Conquer – the future of Syria?

Posted on August 2, 2013 by fatherdave

More insights from Sharmine Narwani that highlight the complexity of Syria’s position. When George Galloway spoke recently at the Sydney Town Hall he reminded us that the ‘divide and conquer’ strategy that seems to be at the heart of US’ Middle … Continue reading →

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Australia gives humanitarian assistance to Syria instead of weapons!

Posted on July 27, 2013 by fatherdave

This is indeed encouraging news. While the US and NATO focus on adding more weapons to the Syrian conflict, Australia is committing itself to supporting the victims! It’s not often that I have a reason to feel proud to be … Continue reading →

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Mairead Maguire urges the Vatican to support Non-Violence in Syria

Posted on July 26, 2013 by fatherdave

Mairead is at the Vatican, – an Apostle for peace,  taking her message to the heart of the church! Quite frankly it is said that the message of peace for Syria has to be taken to the Vatican when it … Continue reading →

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FSA to declare war on Jabhat Al-Nusra?!

Posted on July 20, 2013 by fatherdave

Surely this is the beginning of the end for the Syrian ‘rebel alliance’. The Al-Nusra Front has brazenly murdered an FSA commander and the FSA has responded by threatening open war against Al-Nusra. Is it even sensible to refer to … Continue reading →

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Mairead Maguire talks about Syria

Posted on July 19, 2013 by fatherdave

I have wonderful memories of travelling through Damascus with Mairead. One of most enduring was seeing Mairead finish a conversation with a Syrian girl and turn to me and say “aren’t people wonderful, Dave?” It is a simple love of … Continue reading →

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What the media is NOT telling you about Syria!

Posted on July 15, 2013 by fatherdave

This is a polished and informative presentation from Ben Swann of the ‘truth in media’ project. I don’t know who Ben Swann is. Perhaps he has a dark side? Even so, his stated goal of bringing truth back into the … Continue reading →

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The monastery of Mother Agnes of Homs is under attack!

Posted on July 8, 2013 by fatherdave

For those who write off Mother Agnes Mariam (pictured below in Beirut between myself and Mairead Maguire) as a pro-regime stooge, it’s worth noting that her monastery has been attacked by government forces. A total of 21 missiles have been … Continue reading →

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Australia cuts off support for Syrian rebels!

Posted on June 29, 2013 by fatherdave

Not only does Australia have a new Prime Minister, but now it’s taken a new stance on the Syrian conflict by  listing Jabhat al-Nusra as a terrorist organisation. This is a bold move by the Australian government, and one that puts … Continue reading →

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Could Barrack Obama be impeached over Syria?

Posted on June 28, 2013 by fatherdave

This article from New American hits the nail on the head. Obama’s commitment to arm the Syrian rebels is not only immoral and suicidal. It is illegal! It is encouraging both to see vigorous opposition within the US Congress to … Continue reading →

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Is the US pledge of support for Syrian Rebels was just hot air?

Posted on June 26, 2013 by fatherdave

This article echoes what the most knowledgeable people I know are saying – that all the saber-rattling at Doha’s recent ‘Friends of Syria’ gathering was just a lot of noise. The US can’t afford to arm the Syrian rebels – … Continue reading →

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