Turkey urged to take military action on Syria

[Bosonic]

Source: Telegraph

Representatives from dissidents groups submitted a formal request to Turkey for troops to be sent across the border to create a haven for civilians and rebels fighting Mr Assad's regime, according to a Turkish newspaper with close links to the government in Ankara.

The Turkish administration has already provided shelter to the Syrian Free Army, an increasingly potent rebel force, on its side of the border, but has long denied having any intention of forming a buffer zone within Syrian territory itself.

Despite the risks of being drawn into a regional war with its neighbour, Turkey is considering the request and could take action if it received backing from the United Nations and the Arab League, the Sabah newspaper quoted officials as saying.

Stepping up the pressure on Ankara, Islamists within the Syrian opposition indicated yesterday that they could ask Turkey to broaden its mission by imposing a no-fly zone across the country.

Read more: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/middleeast/syria/8897816/Turkey-urged-to-take-military-action-on-Syria.html

[HopeHoops]

1. This will not turn out well.

[Nihil]

2. Looks like they're being smart about it though ...

> Despite the risks of being drawn into a regional war with its neighbour,
> Turkey is considering the request and could take action if it received
> backing from the United Nations and the Arab League

Wise not to jump in off their own bat but also sensible to the need for them
to help the helpless on their own border.
:thumbsup:

[Dover]

3. They really need to be 'Switzerland' in their region. I know it must be difficult

with so much happening at one's doorstep, but I hope and pray they stay neutral.
I think Turkey has been demonstrating remarkable restraint & thoughtful diplomacy so far.
I just pray they can hold their center.