May 13, 2014

Syria mediator Lakdar Brahimi resigns

Lakhdar Brahimi's resignation from his post as UN Special Envoy to Syria will be effective on May 31st. Syria will hold a "presidential election" on June 3rd. 

Video Title: Syria mediator Lakdar Brahimi resigns. Source: Reuters. Date Published: May 13, 2014. Description:
Lakhdar Brahimi says it is "very sad" to be leaving "Syria behind in such a bad state" as he announces he is stepping down from his position as International Syria mediator. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).