The US-Russia brokered ceasefire could be extended for a further 72 hours, but Moscow has warned the US to press rebels to end ceasefire violations. Humanitarian aid for the city of Aleppo has still not been delivered.
Experts say fierce fighting and deteriorating security have left the country’s extraordinary archaeological heritage susceptible to damage and looting.
Hague and Kerry made a passionate plea for Europe, the US and its allies to do more for “the innocent victims of war and repression.”
There was no immediate comment on Assad’s remarks from Israel
Syria will ‘respond immediately’ to any Israeli strike
The organisation is a long-time ally of the Syrian regime and has sent fighters to battle alongside Assad’s troops
Kerry officially unveiled $100 million (76 million euros) in additional US humanitarian aid for Syrian refugees
Israeli prime minister said if advanced arms fell into the hands of Islamist militants it could redefine regional security threats
The envoy unveiled his initiative in Damascus as Russia denied the existence of a joint peace plan with the United States
