The Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Maria Zakharova, stated that Moscow welcomes the Arab League Council of Foreign Ministers’ decision to maintain Syria’s active participation in the League’s meetings and all related structures. This stance appeared in a ministry statement released on the ministry’s official site.
Zakharova described the move as a long-awaited step that follows Syria’s steady reintegration into the Arab family. She noted that Russia has consistently urged Arab capitals to restore full diplomatic relations with Damascus and emphasized that Moscow has engaged directly with regional capitals to support this process.
The spokesperson underscored the belief that Syria’s renewed access to the Arab League would foster a more positive atmosphere across the Middle East and help overcome the aftershocks of the country’s recent crisis. By rejoining the League, Damascus can participate in collective discussions that shape regional policy, reduce mistrust, and facilitate coordinated responses to shared security and humanitarian challenges.
Earlier reports indicated that the Arab League’s Council of Foreign Ministers accepted a joint statement confirming Syria’s resumed participation in League activities beginning May 7. The development is framed as a return to normalcy within multilateral Arab diplomacy and signals a broader trend toward reconciliation and regional collaboration. According to Moscow, the alignment of Syria with the League’s ongoing work reflects a consensus-building process that could support stabilizing efforts and closer cooperation on matters ranging from economic empowerment to conflict resolution.
Source notes from the Russian side attribute the initiative to a convergence of regional interests and a common desire to restore Syria’s role in Arab economic and political life. The announcement is seen as affirming the importance of inclusive regional mechanisms and the value of dialogue in addressing longstanding tensions.