Mikhail Bogdanov, Russia's Special Representative for the Middle East and Africa and Deputy Foreign Minister, met with UAE Ambassador to Moscow Mohammed Ahmed Al-Jaber to discuss the Middle East situation, focusing on developments in Syria.
The Russian Foreign Ministry described the conversation as a "trust-based exchange of views on the Middle East, with particular emphasis on events in and around Syria." The discussion also addressed key issues related to strengthening the comprehensive Russia-UAE partnership.
The meeting was held at the request of the UAE ambassador.
Developments in Syria
In late November, armed opposition forces launched a large-scale offensive against the Syrian army. On December 8, they entered Damascus, prompting government forces to withdraw from the capital. The Syrian prime minister expressed readiness for a peaceful transfer of power.
President Bashar al-Assad stepped down and left Syria, instructing that the transition of power be carried out peacefully. On December 10, Mohammed Al-Bashir, who has led the opposition-formed Salvation Government in Idlib Province since January 2024, announced his appointment as the head of Syria’s transitional government.
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Based on TASS materials