11.   Spring said recent events raised doubts about the integrity and the accountability of the government.

12.   Spring said recently the camp has had severe problems with security because armed groups have entered the camps looking for food.

13.   Spring said that during their talks, Assad urged an active European role in the peace process.

14.   Spring said the EU was not contemplating sitting in on any negotiations.

15.   Spring said he will return to the White House Friday to meet with National Security Adviser Anthony Lake, who is currently travelling in Asia.

16.   Spring said the six Labour ministers in the government, including himself, would resign from their posts before voting against the motion of confidence.

17.   Spring said the two governments would be staying in close contact.

18.   Spring says he is convinced difficulties can be overcome.

19.   Spring said Brussels supported mediation efforts there.

20.   Spring said he and the other five Labour ministers in the government would resign from their posts before voting against the motion of confidence.