Hollande sees threat of force as critical for Syria deal's success
On Sunday, French President Francois Hollande defended his country's readiness to envisage strikes against Bashar Assad's forces as part of an international coalition including the United States – a prospect that has subsided in recent days. "We can now seriously think of a diplomatic solution, but the military option must remain. Otherwise there is nothing to stop Syria."
When asked whether he still wanted Assad to leave power, Hollande said he had always favored such an outcome. "The best way to get rid of him comes through this agreement," Hollande said. (Reuters)
