... indicate a serious possibility that crimes against humanity may have been committed and continue to be committed in Syria,” said Mr. Deng and Mr. Luck. They called for an “independent, thorough, and objective investigation” of the events in Syria, where demonstrations by civilians calling for greater democracy have been brutally suppressed. The UN advisers ... tensions and to prevent the escalation of violence,” they said. “All actors involved in the current crisis in Syria are urged to refrain from the use of force, from acts of violence, or from incitement to violence.” Mr. Deng and ...

... worked for their release,” Mr. Williams added. The Estonians were abducted on 23 March after entering Lebanon through Syria on their bicycles. Mr. Williams said his discussions with Mr. Moussawi had focused on Security Council resolution ...

... and political reforms, which should be carried out without delay,” said a statement issued by his spokesperson. Syria has witnessed months of unrest beginning earlier this year when demonstrators began taking to the streets calling ... part of a broader uprising across the Middle East and North Africa that has been termed the “Arab spring.” Syria: Ban and Security Council condemn attacks on embassies ...