News on Secret Russian-western Talks on Syria Baseless
14 September، 2015
Moscow, SANA – Spokesman for the Russian Presidency Dmitry Peskov said the Syrians are the only side to determine the future of their country.
In statements made on Monday, Peskov dismissed as baseless media reports on secret negotiation on Syria between Russia and the western countries, adding that Moscow had repeatedly said that it does not seek regimes’ change.
He stressed that the Kremlin considers imposing solutions on the Syrians as unacceptable, highlighting that criticizing the firm Russian stances on Syria is a habit for some countries.
M. Nassr
Lavrov: Talk of not involving Syrian Army in fighting ISIS is nonsense
14 September، 2015
Moscow, SANA – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that the most effective military force on the ground in Syria is the Syrian Arab Army, and that talk of not involving it in the war on ISIS is nonsense.
In an interview given to Russia Channel One TV on Sunday, Lavrov wondered if everyone wants Russia to say that it will bombard terrorists in Syria without permission from the Syrian President.
He also criticized the double standards of states involved in the international alliance against ISIS such as Australia, Britain, and France ask permission from the Iraqi government when attacking ISIS in Iraq while not doing the same in Syria.
Lavrov went on to cite another example the West’s double standards regarding Syria, saying that the West acknowledges the legitimacy of President Bashar al-Assad when that serves the West’s interests, such as when the chemical weapons issue emerged and when it was resolved after Syria joined the Chemical Weapons Convention, and now, a year after that, the West doesn’t acknowledge President al-Assad’s legitimacy as the chemical weapons issue isn’t considered a threat anymore.
The Minister attributed Western politicians’ insistence to maintain their positions that call for overthrowing the Syrian government to their fear of losing face, which prevents them from changing their positions, adding that while the West is listening to Russia’s ideas, its politicians have effectively painted themselves into a corner when they said that President al-Assad has no place in Syria’s future.
He asserted that war on terrorism will become more effective when it is coordinated, unbiased, doesn’t employ double standards, and arranges priorities properly, noting that all Western partners are aware that ISIS is the real threat in the Middle East and North Africa, but this needs to be translated into practical action on the ground, adding that the war on ISIS will be long and difficult, but the situation in the region will not deescalate without resolving this threat.
Lavrov also underlined the connection between the increase of refugees going to Europe and the escalating threat of terrorism, expecting that more refugees will flee in search of security and stability, adding that some refuse to admit the real reasons for this phenomenon which are the crimes committed by terrorist organizations like ISIS as well as the economic sanctions imposed by the EU on Syria which have had a negative impact on the living conditions of Syrian civilians.
Hazem Sabbagh
Russian delegation tours Homs
14 September، 2015
Homs, SANA – The Russian popular diplomacy delegation to the Arab world continued its visit to Homs province for the third day, touring a number of archeological and religious sites and inspecting the damage inflicted to them due to the terrorist attacks.
Homs Governor Talal al-Barazi told SANA reporter, following his meeting with members of the delegation, that the province is witnessing a normal life after eliminating terrorists, adding that he called upon the delegation to convey the real image of Syria to the Russian public opinion.
He elaborated that he briefed the delegation on the situation in the province, adding that about 30% of displaced persons have returned to their houses.
For his part, Russian Duma adviser for Relations with the Arab World Leonid Isayev said that Syria is witnessing a critical times when it is facing international-backed terrorism, adding that Moscow will provide all needed support and will also help Syria in the reconstruction stage.
M. Nassr/ M. Eyon
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| Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. |
Moscow, SANA – Spokesman for the Russian Presidency Dmitry Peskov said the Syrians are the only side to determine the future of their country.
In statements made on Monday, Peskov dismissed as baseless media reports on secret negotiation on Syria between Russia and the western countries, adding that Moscow had repeatedly said that it does not seek regimes’ change.
He stressed that the Kremlin considers imposing solutions on the Syrians as unacceptable, highlighting that criticizing the firm Russian stances on Syria is a habit for some countries.
M. Nassr
Lavrov: Talk of not involving Syrian Army in fighting ISIS is nonsense
14 September، 2015
Moscow, SANA – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that the most effective military force on the ground in Syria is the Syrian Arab Army, and that talk of not involving it in the war on ISIS is nonsense.
In an interview given to Russia Channel One TV on Sunday, Lavrov wondered if everyone wants Russia to say that it will bombard terrorists in Syria without permission from the Syrian President.
He also criticized the double standards of states involved in the international alliance against ISIS such as Australia, Britain, and France ask permission from the Iraqi government when attacking ISIS in Iraq while not doing the same in Syria.
Lavrov went on to cite another example the West’s double standards regarding Syria, saying that the West acknowledges the legitimacy of President Bashar al-Assad when that serves the West’s interests, such as when the chemical weapons issue emerged and when it was resolved after Syria joined the Chemical Weapons Convention, and now, a year after that, the West doesn’t acknowledge President al-Assad’s legitimacy as the chemical weapons issue isn’t considered a threat anymore.
The Minister attributed Western politicians’ insistence to maintain their positions that call for overthrowing the Syrian government to their fear of losing face, which prevents them from changing their positions, adding that while the West is listening to Russia’s ideas, its politicians have effectively painted themselves into a corner when they said that President al-Assad has no place in Syria’s future.
He asserted that war on terrorism will become more effective when it is coordinated, unbiased, doesn’t employ double standards, and arranges priorities properly, noting that all Western partners are aware that ISIS is the real threat in the Middle East and North Africa, but this needs to be translated into practical action on the ground, adding that the war on ISIS will be long and difficult, but the situation in the region will not deescalate without resolving this threat.
Lavrov also underlined the connection between the increase of refugees going to Europe and the escalating threat of terrorism, expecting that more refugees will flee in search of security and stability, adding that some refuse to admit the real reasons for this phenomenon which are the crimes committed by terrorist organizations like ISIS as well as the economic sanctions imposed by the EU on Syria which have had a negative impact on the living conditions of Syrian civilians.
Hazem Sabbagh
Russian delegation tours Homs
14 September، 2015
Homs, SANA – The Russian popular diplomacy delegation to the Arab world continued its visit to Homs province for the third day, touring a number of archeological and religious sites and inspecting the damage inflicted to them due to the terrorist attacks.
Homs Governor Talal al-Barazi told SANA reporter, following his meeting with members of the delegation, that the province is witnessing a normal life after eliminating terrorists, adding that he called upon the delegation to convey the real image of Syria to the Russian public opinion.
He elaborated that he briefed the delegation on the situation in the province, adding that about 30% of displaced persons have returned to their houses.
For his part, Russian Duma adviser for Relations with the Arab World Leonid Isayev said that Syria is witnessing a critical times when it is facing international-backed terrorism, adding that Moscow will provide all needed support and will also help Syria in the reconstruction stage.
M. Nassr/ M. Eyon
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