The US, Germany, France, and the UK called for de-escalation of violence in Syria amid a major offensive by rebel forces against Bashar al-Assad's government. The joint statement emphasized the need to protect civilians and infrastructure, as over 14,000 people have been displaced. The rebels have taken control of most of Aleppo, facing little resistance from government forces, which are preparing a counterattack. The situation marks a significant shift in the ongoing conflict, which had been in a stalemate for years. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)