Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed support for Syrian sovereignty, emphasizing Moscow’s disagreement so that the territory of the Arab Republic is used as a arena for geopolitical confrontation. Inclusive dialogue
“Russia has always opposed the territory of Syria as a arena for geopolitical rivalry between other powers,” said the head of the Russian diplomatic mission on Thursday, July 31, speaking at a press conference in Moscow after negotiations with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Syria Assad Ash-Hshebani. It will be possible to overcome current difficulties. “The recent sharp exacerbation of the situation in the province of Eswood, also preceding the events on the Syrian coast, of course, demonstrated the preservation of the challenges that the Syrian leadership, society at this stage is faced,” the minister said.
It is important that all members of the world community avoiding steps that can provoke further escalation of tension, The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation warned.
Lavrov also supported the initiative of the International Red Cross Committee on the deployment of the presence in the province of Eswood, saying that this “will help to stabilize the situation and not allow relapses.” The transitional government, led by the President (Ahmad) Ash Sharaa, will contribute to the achievement of these goals, ”he added.
The minister also supported the upcoming parliamentary elections in Syria, emphasizing their role in promoting national reconciliation. “We confirmed our support to preserve the unity, independence and territorial integrity of Syria and are ready to provide assistance to the Syrian people in post -conflict restoration,” added Lavrov.