Keesing's publishes Breaking History report on Nancy Pelosi visit to Syria.

Keesing's Worldwide published a free report today on the historical context surrounding the arrival in Syria on April 3 of Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat, and Speaker of the US House of Representatives. Pelosi's visit, was condemned by President George W. Bush as undermining US foreign policy. On April 4, Pelosi held talks with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. She insisted that dialogue with Syria was the only way to resolve the factional crisis in Lebanon (one faction supporting the pro-Western Prime Minister, Fuad Siniora, in opposition to the supporters of the pro-Syrian president Emile Lahoud), as well as to increase stability throughout the Middle East.

The free historical context article and timeline provides comprehensive background to the visit. As well as recent developments, including the 2005 assassination of Lebanese prime minister Rafiq al-Hariri, and the UN's Resolution 1664 (2006) to try those responsible in "a tribunal of international character", it details myriad regional disputes and armed clashes over the last 76 years, back to Syria’s declarations of independence in 1935 and 1941, and the withdrawal of the last French forces from Syria in 1946. The timeline lists and links to more than 50 events covered in Keesing's since 1931, providing the historical context the reader needs to appreciate this event in global and historical perspective.

Published only on the internet and as a free service from Keesing’s, Breaking History is intended to exploit the breadth and depth of the unique Keesing's archive to put today's breaking news into rich historical context. These free articles provide comprehensive context on breaking stories from around the world, tracing the countless links between the places, people, and events of the last century. Each article includes a detailed timeline linked to full coverage from the Keesing's 76-year archive. For subscribers, the timeline links provide access to original articles. Full access to the more than 98,000 articles in our archive starts at US$7.95 for 24 hours of unlimited use.

There are currently more than 20 free Breaking History articles available at www.breakinghistory.com on a variety of recent world events from every region of the world.

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