#SYRIAN CIVIL WAR

Syrian opposition supporters celebrate in the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights. NATO chief Mark Rutte called for the rebels to respect the rights of minorities. Photos: PAP/EPA/ABIR SULTAN; PAP/EPA/OLIVIER MATTHYS

NATO chief Rutte urges peaceful transition in Syria

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Monday called for a peaceful transition of power in Syria and an inclusive, Syrian-led political process.