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    Russia proposes March 1 ceasefire in Syria: Western official

    A Western official said on Wednesday that Russia has made a proposal to begin a ceasefire in Syria on March 1, but the official said no agreement has been reached on the Russian offer.

    >>Reuters
    Published : 11 Feb 2016, 11:54 AM
    Updated : 11 Feb 2016, 11:54 AM

    The official said the United States has concerns about some elements of the Russian proposal.

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