Fragmented Syrian Opposition Meets to Unify in QatarDisparate Syrian opposition forces began a five-day meeting in Qatar Sunday. The United States calls for a power shift within the opposition, away from expatriate leaders.CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSaveA sign denouncing Bashar Assad, President of Syria, is displayed at a rally of groups opposing Iranian President Ahmadinejadâs speech at the United Nations General Assembly on September 26, 2012 in New York City. Mario Tama/Getty ImagesBy Alex Johnston11/5/2012Updated: 10/1/2015Print