Iran Emphasizes Syrian People’s Role in Deciding Country’s Future
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Foreign Ministry reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s policy of respecting Syria’s unity, territorial integrity and national sovereignty, stressing that only Syrians can decide the future of their country.
In a statement released on Sunday following the recent developments in Syria, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said it is Iran’s principled policy to respect the unity, national sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria.
It added that determining the fate of Syria and deciding its future is the sole responsibility of the people of the Arab country without any destructive foreign interference or imposition.
The realization of such an important issue requires a quick end to the military clashes, the prevention of terrorist activities and the beginning of a national dialogue with the participation of all spectrums of Syrian society in order to form an inclusive government that represents all Syrian people, the statement said.
It noted that as before, the Islamic Republic of Iran supports international mechanisms based on the UN Security Council Resolution 2254 aimed at pursuing the political process in Syria and will continue constructive interaction with the United Nations in this regard.
Under the current circumstances that Syria is in a critical juncture in its history, ensuring the security of all Syrians and citizens of other countries, protecting the sanctity of religious sites and protecting diplomatic and consular missions in accordance with the standards of international law are necessary, the statement underscored.
It also highlighted the age-old friendly ties between the nations of Iran and Syria and said it is expected the ties will continue with a wise and prudent approach based on common interests and acting upon international legal commitments.
Underlining Syria’s position as an important and influential country in the West Asia region, the Islamic Republic of Iran will spare no efforts in helping the restoration of security and stability in Syria and for this purpose will continue consultations with all sides especially in the region, the Foreign Ministry added.
It concluded by saying that Iran will continue to closely follow the developments in Syria and adopt appropriate stances and approaches in view of the behavior and conduct of influential players in the political and security scene of the Arab country.
