The first step to stopping violence is to condemn it.
While some protesters may have weapons, it is the violence response that results in more violence.
A policy of nonviolence to all protesters allows people to see the true nature of the protesters.
1. Includes condemning Syria's actions against protesters
2. Comndeming Ukrainian government for using violence against protesters in both February & May.
It is only by condemning ALL such actions. Of Allies & Enemies. That peace might be obtained.