Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that high-level meetings between Russia and Syria are scheduled for next week. Speaking during a government session in the State Duma, he stated, “We have planned another round of high-level contacts with our Syrian colleagues next week. We will share details afterward.”
Lavrov recalled a recent interagency visit to Damascus, led by Russian Presidential Special Representative for the Middle East and Africa, Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov. This visit preceded a phone call between the presidents of Russia and Syria.
Focus of the Talks
According to Lavrov, Syrian officials reaffirmed their commitment to the historically strategic relationship between the two countries. A key issue in discussions will be preventing a repeat of the Libyan scenario, where NATO intervention led to state collapse and prolonged instability.
Lavrov also highlighted concerns over the illegal US military presence in Syria and the policies of the former US administration under Joe Biden. He reiterated Russia’s firm support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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Based on TASS materials