[23 March 2012] Syria crisis: global and domestic transformations - Middle East Today - Presstv - English As security in Syria deteriorates with fears of more bombings, continuous fighting between the national army and rebel forces, the United Nations special envoy continues his efforts to create an agreement with the consensus of all parties. Where can these efforts reach in light of the Syrian opposition\'s refusal of political solution? Some groups have even called for military intervention. Will there be Arab and western efforts to exert more political and even military pressure on Assad? Will the West leave the resolution to countries like Russia and China in order to avoid a possible Cold War? Show Less >>