Syria, with the support of friendly and allied countries, will defend its territorial integrity and stability, Damascus is determined to destroy terrorist groups, said Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Arab media reported.
“Assad emphasized that Syria intends to defend its…territorial integrity from terrorists and their supporters. “He said that with the support of allies…Damascus is determined…to eliminate terrorist groups.” – said in publications about the telephone conversation between the Syrian leader and the president of the United Arab Emirates Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Al Nahyan confirmed that the United Arab Emirates stands in solidarity with Syria.
In telephone conversation with the Prime Minister of Iraq Muhammad Sudan Assad paid special attention to the fight against terrorism. The Iraqi prime minister confirmed that Baghdad will provide full support to Syria.
The League of Arab States also expressed its concern about the events in Syria, highlighting the importance of preserving the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, Interfax clarifies.