Syrian President Bashar Assad extended New Year congratulations to Russian President Vladimir Putin, voicing wishes for continued progress and prosperity within the Russian Federation. The exchange underscores a mutual sense of early-year solidarity between Damascus and Moscow as they navigate regional dynamics and shared interests. Source: Agency reports.
In a parallel note of diplomacy, Assad and Putin reportedly exchanged New Year greetings, with Assad expressing hope that the coming year would bring further development and economic strength to Russia. This gesture sits within a broader pattern of high-level communication between the two nations as they coordinate on strategic issues in the region. Source: Agency reports.
Earlier developments highlighted a significant diplomatic meeting in Moscow between Hulusi Akar, Turkey’s defense minister, and Ali Mahmud Abbas, Syria’s defense minister. Marking a rare collaboration in over a decade, the talks focused on the ongoing Syrian crisis and the humanitarian dimensions of the conflict. The sessions also touched on joint efforts to counter terrorist activities in Syria and to stabilize areas affected by militant groups. Source: Agency reports.
Additionally, on a related front, the Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mikdad stated that the Arab Republic endorses Russia’s ongoing initiatives to maintain peace and stability in the Donbass region. This confirmation signals Syria’s alignment with Moscow on key security and geopolitical considerations, particularly amid tensions involving Ukraine and European security frameworks. Source: Agency reports.