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U.N. General Assembly Condemns Syrian Gov’t as Toll Passes 80,000

HeadlineMay 16, 2013

The United Nations says the death toll from Syria’s two-year civil war has reached 80,000 — an increase of around 20,000 since January. The figure was released as the U.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly approved a measure condemning the Syrian government for attacks on civilians. U.S. Deputy Ambassador Rosemary DiCarlo backed the resolution.

U.S. Deputy Ambassador Rosemary DiCarlo: “Adopting this resolution will send a clear message that the political solution we all seek is the best way to end the suffering of the people of Syria. We support this resolution, have co-sponsored it and urge member states to vote in favor of it.”

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