Russian policy of supporting Syrian authorities remains unchanged – Putin

MOSCOW. June 29 (Interfax) – Russia’s policy of supporting the Syrian authorities and people remains unchanged, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

“We see how complicated situation[al] development in Syria is, firstly the one related to international terrorism aggression. We understand that amid such situations success always corresponds with certain issues, and military failures could occur. But we are certain that in the end the Syrian people will win,” Putin said on Monday during a meeting with Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Muallem.

“And our policy aimed at supporting Syria, the Syrian authorities and the Syrian people remains unchanged,” the Russian president said.

Syria is ready to move along the path of cooperation with the countries of the region with Russia’s support, Muallem said.

We are aware of your merits in the achievements Russia has recently made, however more efforts will be needed to establish the coalition you have mentioned, the coalition of neighboring countries, and for its efficiency, the Syrian minister said.

As you know, the main problem of Syria is that of bordering countries supporting terrorists operating in our country, Muallem said. However, we are ready to lead the way to cooperation in fighting terrorists while leaning on your efforts, he said.

Syria always takes into account the experience of the Soviet Union in fighting fascism, this is why we count on your support and are certain