The Cause:
Part of the cause of the conflict in Syria because of the al-Assad Government's allege human rights abuses. Also, an emergency law has been in place since 1963. This has lead to distrust and general tumult.
The Emergency Law:
The emergency law in Syria has been in effect since 1963. The government justifies this in the light of the continuing war with Israel. The law effectively suspends most constitutional rights for Syrians
Human Rights:
The human rights in Syria are not many. The officer and law officials harass and imprison human rights activist. Also women and ethnic minorities face discrimination. The government of Syria is a one party state and is without free elections.
What We Are Doing:
I can find nothing on anything that the U.S. government is doing to help Syria.
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