Mikhail Bogdanov, Russia’s Special Representative for the Middle East and Africa and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Kuwaiti Ambassador to Moscow, Rashed Al-Adwani, to exchange views on regional issues, focusing on the evolving situation in Syria.
“The talks addressed pressing issues related to the steady development of traditionally friendly Russia-Kuwait relations. Additionally, both sides exchanged views on mutual regional interests, with a particular focus on the current situation in and around Syria,” the ministry noted.
The meeting was held at the initiative of the Kuwaiti side.
This comes amid heightened tensions following a large-scale assault launched on November 27 by the extremist group Jabhat al-Nusra (banned in Russia). The group attacked northern Syrian villages, towns, and military positions protected by the Syrian army. As per the Syrian Armed Forces' command, the offensive targeted both civilian areas and government troops.
On November 30, the Syrian military announced counteroffensive operations, including strikes against terrorist positions in Aleppo. The Ministry of Defense confirmed that several neighborhoods had been breached by insurgents, necessitating a regrouping of forces to safeguard civilian and military lives while preparing for a decisive counterattack.
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Based on materials from TASS