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U.N. Chief-discusses Jordan River Issue with Syrian Army Leaders

February 21, 1956
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The Syrian Defense Minister and the Syrian Chief of Staff today discussed with UN Truce Chief Gen. E.L.M. Burns problems relating to Israel’s plans for utilization of Jordan River waters, it was announced here today by the UN truce organization. The discussion took place at the initiative of the Syrian Chief of Staff, the announcement emphasized.

Gen. Burns also discussed with the Syrian military leaders implementation of the Security Council resolution on the exchange of Israeli and Syrian military prisoners, and his suggestions for improving the situation in the area of Lake Tiberias

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