Condemns Syrian President Bashar al-Assad for his inflammatory remarks about Israel on March 27, 2001, and May 5, 2001. Expresses solidarity with Israel. Calls upon President Assad and the Syrian Government to refrain from any future inflammatory remarks.
Commends the Administration for its swift response to President Assad's remarks. Urges the Administration to emphasize to Syrian Government officials U.S. concerns about the negative impact such remarks make on Middle East peace negotiations.
Actions
Jun 11, 2001
Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia.
May 15, 2001
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.