CBS: Fragile Syrian Truce Appears To Be Holding

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ROSE: “The temporary ceasefire in Syria appears to be holding largely but the United Nations says thousands of Syrians may have died from starvation during the civil war. Elizabeth Palmer is in Homs, where residents halt in fighting will bring a lasting peace. Elizabeth, good morning.”
PALMER: “Good morning. Well, this partial ceasefire is holding. It has to be said pretty long odds. The position has officially complained to the United Nations of numerous violations by the Syrian army and 26 Russian air strikes.”
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PALMER: (voice-over): “But for civilians in areas that are quiet, this patchwork truce offers relief and a glimmer of hope it might grow into a broader and more lasting arrangement with monitors and designated safe zones. Especially in neighborhoods like the old city here thoroughly destroyed by years of fighting but now back in government hands and quiet. Life is starting to return to the ruins. Calmer, repairs, even school. The partial truce is also a rare bit of good news to the thousands of homeless Syrians who were forced out of their towns and villages by fighting and who know want nothing more than to return.”
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PALMER: “The United Nations now wants to take advantage of this pause in the fighting to deliver aid to 150,000 people in various parts of Syria. And they have also announced a new round of peace talks starting a week today. Norah.”
O’DONNELL: “All right. Elizabeth Palmer in Homs in Syria, thank you.”