Topic: Syrian Opposition

The U.S. State Department granted enhanced diplomatic status to the Syrian Opposition Council (SOC) and its leader, Ahmad Jarba. Despite being referred to as "President Jarba" in media interviews, his influence is questioned as rebel forces withdraw from Homs. The U.S. policy in Syria, led by John Kerry, is described as a failure that has allowed Russia to secure its interests in the region.

Discrepancies are found between the official Syrian National Council website and Wikipedia's list of opposition members. Meanwhile, the Iranian government publicly urges Damascus to recognize the "legitimate demands" of its people to avoid a Western-imposed no-fly zone. The hosts suggest Iran is attempting to prevent Syria from becoming the next target of NATO's "carpet bombing" intervention strategy.