U.S.–Russia peace proposals on Syria

The U.S.–Russia peace proposals on Syria refers to several American–Russian initiatives, including joint United StatesRussia proposal issued in May 2013 to organize a conference for obtaining a political solution to the Syrian Civil War. The conference was eventually mediated by Lakhdar Brahimi, the United Nations peace envoy for Syria.

Following the Ghouta chemical attacks in August 2013, which caused an international criticism of the Syrian chemical arsenal, the United States and Russia reached an agreement on Framework for Elimination of Syrian Chemical Weapons.

However, by 2015, it is reported from CNN that there are at least 500 military personnel in Syria, and Russia sent more troops to Syria. US announced that it would keep a very close eye on Russia's moves in Syria.

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