MOSCOW- Russian President Vladimir Putin said that hotbeds of terrorism will be eradicated in Syria soon, SANA reported.
RT quoted Putin as saying to journalists in a statement on Thursday that the situation in Syria has stabilized and the last hotbeds of terrorists will be eliminated in the near future.
Putin indicated that more efforts should be exerted to restore stability to unstable areas such as Idleb.
Lavrov stresses continuation of the fight against terrorism in Syria
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stressed firmness of his country’s position in fighting terrorism in Syria until it is completely eradicated.
According to SANA, a statement issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry on Thursday said that Lavrov, during a telephone conversation with Turkish counterpart Mouloud Jawish oglu, reviewed the situation in Syria, the process of settling crisis in it and the efforts exerted regarding the Astana process.
There was an emphasis on the need to continue fighting terrorism and restoring security and stability to all regions in Syria, the statement added.