We were off the mark as soon as the bell for the cessation of work sounded.

停止工作的铃声一响我们马上就走了。

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"This is a time when we must all urgently work towards a full cessation of hostilities, providing the space for humanitarian access and creating the conditions for a political process to address the legitimate aspirations and concerns of the Syrian people, " Annan said.

CNN: Syria suggests it might not withdraw forces by deadline