The growing assertiveness of a loosely organized force in Syria hinted at the expanding role of the armed opposition in a movement that began peacefully more than 10 months ago.
Citing near-term vulnerability, the agency lowered the credit ratings of Italy, Belgium, Cyprus, Slovenia and Spain and indicated there could be further cuts.
Twitter’s announcement that it would agree to block certain messages in countries where they were deemed illegal prompted outcry, argument and even calls for a boycott.
