US TIGHTENING NOOSE AROUND ASSAD REGIME'S NECK

BBC:

Washington has frozen all US assets held by Syria's military intelligence chief, accusing him of contributing to violence in Lebanon and Iraq. Asef Shawkat, brother-in-law of President Bashar al-Assad, is said by the US to have promoted terrorism and interference in Lebanese affairs. He is also accused by Washington of playing a direct role in Syria's alleged support for militants in Iraq. ... It is the latest US action apparently aimed at increasing pressure on the Syrian government.

The clock is ticking on Assad. I think he may soon work out a deal, abdicate and go into exile. STAY TUNED...