We've made a decision that the Syrian opposition coalition is now inclusive enough, is reflective and representative enough of the Syrian population that we consider them the legitimate representative of the Syrian people in opposition to the Assad regime.
Obama announces the recognition of the Syrian opposition coalition as the legitimate representative of the Syrian people.
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