John Kerry press conference on Syrian Chemical weapons

John Kerry press conference on Syrian Chemical weapons

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Bashar al Assad criticizes a presentation, comparing it to Colin Powell's claims about Iraq's WMDs. He argues that no evidence of a chemical weapons attack has been presented, relying instead on Russian intelligence. The response suggests that Assad could prevent an attack by surrendering all chemical weapons to the international community for a full accounting, though this is deemed unlikely.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What comparison does Bashar al Assad make regarding the presentation?

He compares it to a scientific discovery.

He likens it to Colin Powell's claims about Iraq.

He says it is similar to a peace treaty.

He compares it to a historical event.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Assad, what does his government rely on?

Public surveys

Reality and Russian intelligence

International opinions

Social media

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Assad claim contradicts the presented evidence?

European reports

American intelligence

United Nations findings

Russian intelligence

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action is suggested to Assad's government to prevent an attack?

Engage in peace talks

Turn over all chemical weapons

Withdraw from international agreements

Increase military presence

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the timeframe given for Assad's government to act?

Immediately

In the next week

Within a month

By the end of the year