NEW : Syrian opposition cries out to international powers . ` While Syrian security forces have also taken casualties , the overwhelming majority of the violence and loss of life in Syria stems from the actions of the Assad regime , and we call on all parties to put an end to violence . '' The United Nations says that about 5,000 people have died in Syrian violence this year . The Syrian National Council wants U.N. and Arab League action . It says nearly 250 people died over a two - year period .
NEW : Syrian opposition cries out to international powers . The United Nations says that about 5,000 people have died in Syrian violence this year . The Syrian National Council wants U.N. and Arab League action . It says nearly 250 people died over a two - year period .