DAMASCUS, (ST)_Deputy Foreign and Expatriates Minister, Dr. Fayssal Mikdad dismissed as completely baseless the allegations circulated by some media outlets that the Syrian army has used chemical weapons.
“they{allegations} aim primarily at diverting the UN mission in Syria, “underscored Mikdad.
Mikakd’s remark was made during a meeting he held on Thursday with the Russian NGOs delegation currently visiting Syria.
During the meeting, Mikdad highlighted the Syrian-Russian deep- rooted ties.And highly appreciated Russia’s stances on the ongoing events in Syria at international forums .
“Russia’s policy is ethical and based on the respect for the UN Charter, the international law and combating terrorism, “stressed Mikdad.
Mikdad made it clear that the events unfolding in Syria have been provoked by terrorism funded by the US, some European states and Saudi Arabia that adopt double-standard policies in dealing with terrorism.
“Syria is interested in making the UN mission in Syria a success, “said Mikdad.
For her part, Chairwoman of the Russian delegation, Lantseva Valentina Alexeeva, Head of the St. Paul the Apostle Foundation voiced Russian people’s support to the Syrian people against terrorism.
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