Assad will be judged by 'deeds not promises'

The Friends of Syria meeting in Turkey has made its concluding statement with the starkest warning yet for President Assad. It said:

• 83 countries were now part of the Group of Friends of the Syrian people
• Since the announcement of acceptance of the peace dead on the 27th March violence by the regime has not ceased.
• The Syrian National Council (SNC) is a "legitimate representative of all Syrians" and an umbrella opposition group

• Citizens of Syria are appealed to "not be part of the atrocities committed by the regime."
• The International community is "strongly urged" to impose sanctions; particularly on arms.
• The International community will provide "all possible assistance" to the SNC's efforts to political transition.