Obama warns of a `` dire '' situation for Syrian civilians . 1.5 million are in need of aid , the The White House estimates . Diplomatic sources have also said the United States is providing intelligence on Syrian troop movements , which is then passed to rebel groups . U.N. also has OK 'd covert , nonlethal support for Syrians rebels , officials say .
Obama warns of a `` dire '' situation for Syrian civilians . 1.5 million are in need of aid , the The White House estimates . U.N. also has OK 'd covert , nonlethal support for Syrians rebels , officials say .