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Issue to be debated in the SC at SzeMUN 2012:
The Arab Spring and the situation in Syria
Almost exactly a year ago certain developments started in the North-African region, when the people arouse against totalitarian regimes and demanded democracy. These events spread quickly throughout the Arab World, thus triggering a line of events that are likely to change the course of history. Some of these rebellions were successful, some not, and some received foreign assistance, while others had to struggle themselves.
Yet even after a year, we are unable to define these events and their effect to the International Community. It is now clear that many of these processes are unfinished. The latest case is that of Syria, where to people stepped forward to combat the dictatorship. Those possessing power are prepared to fight by any means, including the use of force.
On the brink of civil war, it is time to involve the UN. After the Arab League pressured the country unsuccessfully, it is obvious that a more broad-spectrum cooperation is needed. Whilst settling the case of Syria, emphasis has to be put on other countries of the region as well, where the transfer of power did not occur in a proper manner. Being one of the most sensitive of regions, a comprehensive strategy needs to be pursued in all the cases, alongside quick actions to secure the situation in Syria.
Useful links:
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An Overview of the Crisis Group
http://www.crisisgroup.org/en/key-issues/uprisings-in-the-arab-world.aspx
Revolution Trends
http://www.revolutiontrends.org/
Map by CNN
http://edition.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2011/arab.unrest/
The Carnegie Endowment Think Tank
http://www.carnegieendowment.org/topic/?fa=list&id=839
Effects in Africa- UN African Renewl Magazine
http://www.un.org/ecosocdev/geninfo/afrec/vol25no2-3/arab-spring.html
BBC
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-12480844
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