CLEAN - Obama agrees to give Russia's Syria plan a chance

The video discusses the situation in Syria, focusing on the chemical attack by Assad's regime on August 21st, which killed over 1000 people. It highlights the international response, including the US's diplomatic efforts with Russia to push Assad to relinquish chemical weapons. The video also covers the potential for a UN resolution and the importance of global cooperation, while maintaining military readiness if diplomacy fails.

What event on August 21st significantly changed the situation in Syria?

• A new government was elected.

• The UN intervened with military force.

• Assad's government used chemical weapons.

• A peace treaty was signed.

Which country showed willingness to join the international community in urging Assad to give up chemical weapons?

• China

• United Kingdom

• Russia

• France

What did the Assad regime admit regarding chemical weapons?

• They have joined the Chemical Weapons Convention.

• They have never possessed them.

• They have sold them to other countries.

• They plan to increase their stockpile.

What action did the speaker request from Congress while pursuing a diplomatic path?

• To send more troops to Syria.

• To authorize immediate military action.

• To impose economic sanctions.

• To postpone a vote on the use of force.

What is the role of the UN Security Council in the speaker's plan?

• To provide military support to Syria.

• To require Assad to give up chemical weapons.

• To impose trade restrictions on Syria.

• To negotiate a peace treaty with Assad.