Syrian government to lead humanitarian visit
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The UN humanitarian chief says a Syrian government-led mission will visit Homs, Hama, Daraa and other cities at the center of the country's uprising starting this weekend, accompanied by UN and Organization of Islamic Cooperation staff who will assess humanitarian needs.
As intense fighting continues, Valerie Amos again appealed to the Syrian government to provide unhindered access for humanitarian organizations so they can identify urgent needs and provide emergency care "in a neutral and impartial manner." (AP)
