Als Quote by Bashar al-Assad
![“We asked for a delegation [of the Red Cross] in March 2013 when the first attack happened in Aleppo in the north of Syria ; they delayed it till just a few days before al-Ghouta when they sent those team, and the team itself said in its report that he did everything as he wanted. There was not a…” quote by Bashar al-Assad](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0b3/bashar-al-assad-1027_als_we-asked-for-a-delegation-of-the-red-cro_1425613.jpg)
“We asked for a delegation [of the Red Cross] in March 2013 when the first attack happened in Aleppo in the north of Syria ; they delayed it till just a few days before al-Ghouta when they sent those team, and the team itself said in its report that he did everything as he wanted. There was not a single obstacle.”
About This Quote
Source News: UN report on Syrian conflict, 2013
The Red Cross faced delays but ultimately faced no obstacles in their mission.
In simple terms: Delays occurred but mission proceeded smoothly.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that bureaucratic delays may not reflect operational barriers.
Themes
humanitarian aid
bureaucracy
conflict
logistics
politics
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
analytical
reportive
When to use this quote
- humanitarian missions
- conflict zones
- NGO coordination
Key Concepts
delay
operational freedom
reporting
Questions to Reflect On
- How do political dynamics affect aid delivery?
- What safeguards ensure mission integrity?
A Different Perspective
Delays can mask underlying political pressures.
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