Who most probably started the demonstration in Syria, according to the news?

Syrian security forces have ended the demonstration at Damascus University. Anti-government activists say there were several arrests. Also Monday, Syrian troops moved into the coastal city of Banias. Four protesters were shot to death during a demonstration Sunday. Witnesses and human rights activists say government forces killed them. They also say soldiers on trucks and tanks are now stationed around the city. The government said criminals are responsible for the deaths and injuries. It said it would crush the unrest. Government news reports also say President Assad is on the road to making political reforms.