Syrian army defector to join "Friends" in Paris

2012-07-06 1

The Friends of Syria meeting that began in Paris this morning could have a surprise visitor.

Manaf Tlas, the Syrian army general reported to have defected is said to be on his way to the French capital.

That would cheer the 100-nation group which, given the continued absence of Russia and China, often appears to be nothing more than a talking shop.

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