Syrian conflict: A war of words as peace talks open in Astana
The Syrian government's lead negotiator has denounced what he called his rebel counterpart's "provocative" comments at the start of peace talks in Astana.
Once a Syrian ceasefire is in place the UN should promptly offer the basic constitutional principles for permanent peace and development of the peoples of the world. This would include an organizational structure incorporating the basic universal values of freedom, democracy, human rights and rule of law, and four branches of government with separation of powers and checks and balances to help Syria to develop a political system which will promote long-term stability and serve as a model for peaceful development. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.