Assad: Govt willing to make reforms

DAMASCUS, Syria - Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said that "enemies are working systematically to undermine the country's stability", in his first address to the nation on Wednesday since the demonstrations erupted nearly two weeks ago.

"We confess their smartness in choosing the manners and time, but also we confess their stupidity in choosing the country," Assad said.

Syria is facing a "big conspiracy" and is ready to launch reforms to meet people's demands, he added.