[rbosque]

“Syria has improved defense and energy relations with Venezuela.”

Does this mean Syria is going to share some of their electricity?

[ETL]

From CBS-News, July 29, 2006:

Chavez Vows To 'Stand By Iran'
After Oil Talks In Tehran, Venezuelan Leader Called 'Brother' By Ahmedinejad

"Chavez pledged that his country would 'stay by Iran at any time and under any condition,' state television reported. Ahmadinejad said he saw in Chavez a kindred spirit." "'We do not have any limitation in cooperation,' Ahmadinejad was quoted as saying. 'Iran and Venezuela are next to each other and supporters of each other. Chavez is a source of a progressive and revolutionary current in South America and his stance in restricting imperialism is tangible.'":
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/07/29/world/main1847331.shtml

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“Strategic ties” aka Axis.

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Syria is a strategic ally of Iran; Iran has a strategic relationship with Venezuela; now the circle is complete.

[FormerACLUmember]

The Scum of The Earth Alliance: The very worst nations on this planet line up together: Zimbabwe, N Korea, Syria, Iran, Cuba, and the former democracy of Venezuela.

[Cindy]

Previously...

Note: The following text is a quote:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/statement-press-secretary-naming-robert-ford-us-ambassador-damascus

Home • Briefing Room • Statements & Releases

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release February 16, 2010
Statement by the Press Secretary on Naming Robert Ford as U.S. Ambassador to Damascus

“Ambassador Ford is a highly accomplished diplomat with many years of experience in the Middle East. His appointment represents President Obama’s commitment to use engagement to advance U.S. interests by improving communication with the Syrian government and people. If confirmed by the Senate, Ambassador Ford will engage the Syrian government on how we can enhance relations, while addressing areas of ongoing concern.”

[Cindy]

A Look at Iran http://www.truthusa.com/IRAN.html # SNIPPET from post no. 1:

"Western intelligence sources said Venezuela has become a key way-station for Iranian weapons deliveries to Hizbullah and Syria."