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Top US, UK diplomats discuss situation in Syria

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed supporting a Syrian-led political transition on Saturday, aiming for a more peaceful and secure Syria. Lammy emphasized the principles agreed upon with partners to foster a transitional process.

Anadolu Agency WORLD
Published December 15,2024
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British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed efforts with partners late Saturday to foster a more "hopeful, secure and peaceful Syria."

"We have collectively agreed principles required to support a Syrian-led transitional political process," Lammy wrote on X.

Bashar Assad, Syria's leader for nearly 25 years, fled to Russia after anti-regime groups took control of Damascus on Dec. 8, ending the Baath Party regime, which had been in power in Syria since 1963.