Anonymous Coward User ID: 59582310 Colombia 06/26/2014 05:28 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Washington Obama wants $500 million to train, equip Syrian rebels Washington Obama wants $500 million to train, equip Syrian rebels WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is asking Congress for $500 million to train and arm vetted members of the Syrian opposition, as the U.S. grapples for a way to stem a civil war that has also fueled the al-Qaida inspired insurgency in neighboring Iraq. [ link to politics.suntimes.com] |