Thanks to the efforts of Russia, Iran, Turkey, the disintegration of Syria was prevented. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin, opening a trilateral meeting with Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Hassan Rouhani.
“Large-scale hostilities against terrorist groups in Syria are coming to an end. Thanks to the combined efforts of Russia, Iran, and Turkey, it was possible to prevent the disintegration of Syria, and its capture by international terrorists while avoiding a massive humanitarian catastrophe, “the Russian leader said. According to Putin, militants in Syria suffered a decisive blow, and there was a real chance to end the long-term civil war.
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“Less than a year ago we initiated the launch of the Astana process, took the responsibility to guarantee the implementation of the agreements reached, to promote the intersessional dialogue in Geneva under the auspices of the United Nations. For the first time at one table, it was possible to gather representatives of governments of the armed opposition. I want to note the special role of the President of Turkey and the President of Iran. If it were not for your position, the Astana process would simply not have existed: there would be no cessation of hostilities, there would be no ceasefire, there would be no de-escalation zones, “Putin said.
As a result of seven rounds of meetings in Astana, crucial decisions for Syria have been implemented and the ceasefire has been observed, and four zones of de-escalation have been established, added Putin
“We can state with certainty that Russia, Iran, and Turkey have approached a new stage that opens the possibility of starting a real political settlement process. I believe that our efforts should be focused on ensuring long-term normalization in Syria. First of all, I mean the process of political settlement with the finalization of these negotiations within the framework of the Geneva process, and the promotion of the country’s reconstruction in the post-conflict period.
Today’s meeting is precisely aimed at solving this strategic task. We will have to discuss in detail the further joint steps in order to consolidate and develop these positive changes in Syria. We will exchange views on how to give a powerful impetus to a political settlement on the basis of resolution 2254 of the United Nations Security Council.
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“The Syrian people themselves have to determine their own future, agree on the principles of the state system. It is obvious that the process of reform will be difficult, will require compromises and concessions from all its participants, including, of course, the government of Syria. I hope that Russia, Iran, and Turkey together will make the most active efforts to make this work as productive as possible. I am convinced that the success of the forthcoming reforms largely depends on the solution of the social and economic problems of Syria: the restoration of industry, agriculture, infrastructure, health, and education systems. Of no less importance is the humanitarian aspect, including targeted assistance to the people, demining of the liberated territories, rendering assistance in the return of refugees.
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It would be possible to think together about the development of a long-term comprehensive program for the revival of Syria. Experts of our countries carried out serious preparatory work on the meaningful filling of today’s negotiations. Therefore, I am sure that the discussion will be substantive and effective, and the agreements reached will serve to further restore peace and security in Syria, strengthen its sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and in general will contribute to the stabilization of the situation in the Middle East, “said Russian President.
It would be possible to think together about the development of a long-term comprehensive program for the revival of Syria. Experts of our countries carried out serious preparatory work on the meaningful filling of today’s negotiations. Therefore, I am sure that the discussion will be substantive and effective, and the agreements reached will serve to further restore peace and security in Syria, strengthen its sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and in general will contribute to the stabilization of the situation in the Middle East, “added Vladimir Putin
