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Syria offers safe haven to US nationals fleeing Lebanon
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Posted on 07/17/2006 12:54:43 PM PDT by sonsofliberty2000

The Syrian embassy said it was offering "safe haven" to Americans and other citizens wishing to flee Lebanon, where nearly 200 civilians have been killed during a massive Israeli military bombardment.

"Now, while thousands of United States citizens are stranded in Lebanon attempting to flee the ongoing massacre there, Syria has opened its borders to US citizens as well as citizens of other nationalities," the embassy said in a statement.

"In Syria, US and citizens of other nations find a safe haven from the barbaric and atrocious acts of the Israeli army in Lebanon," it said, adding that already a "huge influx of US and foreign nationals" have entered Syria.

Syria was waiving visa requirements for entry and offering "all sorts of humane assistance to the thousands of refugees coming from Lebanon including medical attention," it said.

"From Syria, US citizens can return safely home."

US military helicopters flew 43 people out of Lebanon Monday and preparations were underway to evacuate potentially thousands of US nationals by air and by sea, officials said.

Other foreign capitals also rushed to evacuate frightened nationals from the escalating conflict, as Israel indicated it may provide windows in its six-day-old aerial bombardment to facilitate safe passage.


TOPICS: Breaking News; Israel
KEYWORDS: 2006israelwar; expats; humanshields; lebanon; syria
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To: doug from upland
"Can Marines pose as evacuees?"

Now this idea I like! :)
41 posted on 07/17/2006 1:22:23 PM PDT by StJacques (Liberty is always unfinished business)
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To: NonValueAdded

Is this the Rachel Corrie Memorial Refugee Scholarship?


42 posted on 07/17/2006 1:23:15 PM PDT by JustaCowgirl (Liberals aren't having so much fun now that the rabbit has the gun. --Ann Coulter)
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To: sonsofliberty2000

Syria has helped create the bad situation in Lebanon by helping Iran to arm Hezbollah. Now they try to compare themselves favorably to Lebanon (having created the problem). They have played that game for years, using the instability they created as a pretext to stay in Lebanon all these years. Now they use the same method to convince tourists that it's never safe to visit Lebanon. A nifty way to compete for tourism dollars. Bastards.


43 posted on 07/17/2006 1:24:21 PM PDT by winner3000
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To: ChinaThreat

>>unless you were a democrat.

No then you are still an idiot...


44 posted on 07/17/2006 1:24:39 PM PDT by epluribus_2
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To: TChris
...you are so right.....all these other goofy Freepers talking about hostages etc.....baloney.....Syria is just trying to be seen as a good guy...they don't want hostages, they want to be benevolent......haha.....they think this Psuedo-Psychology will get them some where......we should just say "thanks so much"....."now be advised the bombing starts in 5 minutes"........
45 posted on 07/17/2006 1:26:34 PM PDT by NorCalRepub
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To: sonsofliberty2000
This would be laughable if the situation weren't so serious......
46 posted on 07/17/2006 1:27:18 PM PDT by b4its2late
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To: sonsofliberty2000

Let me see what are the options: I think pukindog said it well, get on a big A$$ target like a cruise ship or go to Syria.

There has to be another option.


47 posted on 07/17/2006 1:28:23 PM PDT by swheats (BE STRONG. STAY VIGILANT! Our Victory depends on you.)
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To: NRA2BFree
....naw.....they would not be so bold....they are just trying to show us they are kind, caring and benevolent towards us.....they would never take a U.S. hostage....cause they know they are very close to getting stomped as it is
48 posted on 07/17/2006 1:28:24 PM PDT by NorCalRepub
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To: sonsofliberty2000
See how nice they are, awwww. Next Iran will be offering all sorts of humanitarian aid for the refugees.
49 posted on 07/17/2006 1:29:59 PM PDT by Realism (Some believe that the facts-of-life are open to debate.....)
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To: ChinaThreat
You would have to be a idiot Democrat to go to Syria...
50 posted on 07/17/2006 1:30:08 PM PDT by RushCrush (Ban stupid people, not dogs!)
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To: Jack2006

Yes,many would be that stupid.Syria's turn in the barrel is coming up.


51 posted on 07/17/2006 1:31:33 PM PDT by xarmydog
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To: sonsofliberty2000

There's no reason on earth for anyone to take Syria up on that offer, not even as an act of desperation. America is evacuating its citizens tomorrow. Who do you think is more likely to get you safely out of Lebanon - America or Syria?


52 posted on 07/17/2006 1:33:25 PM PDT by Irish Rose (Will work for chocolate.)
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To: ChinaThreat

They are looking for human shields. You would have to be an idiot to go to Syria unless you were a democrat.

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Same thing.


53 posted on 07/17/2006 1:35:03 PM PDT by NickatNite2003
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To: xarmydog

I have to disagree. If Syria took American hostages they would be obliterated and they know that.

They would have everything to lose, so this offer comes through fear and not strength. They are trying to show they are "good guys".


54 posted on 07/17/2006 1:35:19 PM PDT by Jack2006
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To: NorCalRepub
....naw.....they would not be so bold....they are just trying to show us they are kind, caring and benevolent towards us.....they would never take a U.S. hostage....cause they know they are very close to getting stomped as it is.

I don't share your faith in their motives. I don't trust them. Having seen the viciousness of Muslims, it's best not to trust our known enemies.

55 posted on 07/17/2006 1:35:39 PM PDT by NRA2BFree (NEVER ARGUE WITH IDIOTS!!! THEY*LL DRAG YOU DOWN TO THEIR LEVEL AND BEAT YOU WITH EXPERIENCE!!!!)
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To: sonsofliberty2000

Syria..

Uhhm, no thanks to your offer. I would rather take my chances and wait for rescue by the US military.


56 posted on 07/17/2006 1:37:05 PM PDT by Thunder90
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To: sonsofliberty2000

Welcome to Syria...
Please wait here while your Iranian tour guide arrives for your flight to Tehran...


57 posted on 07/17/2006 1:37:19 PM PDT by tcrlaf (Liberalism-What a Pagan Religion...)
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To: NRA2BFree
...no problem....but see post #54 before yours....I feel the same way....it is out of fear...plus usually our citizens, media etc don't get harassed even in Gaza etc....it is the govt they have a problem with......not as dangerous as say...Iraq where no one except military ventures out....now I may not trust some thugs in the street but I'm very sure the Syrian govt would never ever hold a hostage....they are a "state"....and have no protection from our wrath if they ever did that...thanks for your opinion....
58 posted on 07/17/2006 1:40:07 PM PDT by NorCalRepub
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To: sonsofliberty2000

The Syrians are offering safe haven as they're afraid of having missiles tossed at them.


59 posted on 07/17/2006 1:40:07 PM PDT by KenmcG414 (wHAT'ST)
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To: Jack2006

I don't think they are trying to show they are good guys...I think they got caught flat-footed and already denied some Americans entry into Syria...so now they are trying to stage some propaganda, knowing that 1)the US announced it will evacuate soon and 2) use the propaganda do announce that dastardly Israel is causing everybody pain.

Not only would I not be caught on the Syrian border but I wouldn't be caught on any road to Syria where Hezbpuss-ah and Hummus would love to find some easy American targets for hostages.


60 posted on 07/17/2006 1:41:24 PM PDT by rbmillerjr
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