Horrific violence continues as rebel forces make gains and Syria opposition starts new government

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Syria opposition unites as Israel fires warning shots

AFP – Syria’s opposition agreed Sunday to unite against Bashar al-Assad and elected a moderate cleric as its first leader, as Israel fired warning shots into the war-torn country after mortar fire hit the Golan Heights. After four days of marathon talks in Qatar, the Syrian National Council.

Britain welcomes Syrian opposition deal

AFP – Britain on Sunday praised the Syrian opposition over its decision to unite against Bashar al-Assad’s regime, calling it a vital step towards creating a body capable of delivering political transition. Foreign Secretary William Hague welcomed the move, saying it was “an important milestone”.