Syria has released 70 political prisoners from jail, Syrian television said on Saturday, but the opposition dismissed the move, saying they will continue their anti-government protests, reported DPA
"And where are the 16,000 prisoners jailed over 30 years? Your empty promises will not deceive the people. We will continue until our demands are met," activists wrote on the Syrian Revolution 2011 Facebook page.
Presidential advisor Buthaina Shaaban said Saturday that Damascus is ready to discuss any demand as long as it serves the country's interests.