Syria: Issues for the 112th Congress and Background on U.S. Sanctions
http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RL33487_20110428.pdf
Analyzes bilateral issues between the U.S. and Syria including citizen unrest, the government’s violent response, and support for terrorism. Also considers current issues for Congress, including arms sales from Russia, Syria’s role in Mideast peace processes, nuclear proliferation and human rights. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.com
