Syrian opposition seeks government formation

Leading Syrian opposition groups launched today a two-day meeting in Istanbul.

Representatives of the National Coalition of Syria plan to choose a rebel government, which will challenge the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.
For prime minister running 12 candidates, including former Minister of Agriculture.
Syria rebels have launched a revolt against the regime since March 2011.
The United Nations says the fighting between them and the regime forces have left about 70,000 people dead.