In a press conference at the Doha Forum, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized the importance of national unity and sovereignty following the fall of the Bashar al-Assad government in Syria. Fidan called for inclusivity and equality for all minorities in Syria, stressing the need for unity to reconstruct the country. He also called on the Syrian opposition to assure its neighbors that the new Syria would not pose a threat and address existing problems.
The Syrian war, which started as an unarmed uprising in 2011, has resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths and millions of refugees. The opposition forces’ lightning offensive led to the fall of Damascus, with celebrations erupting in the streets. Fidan urged all parties to act with prudence and calm to avoid further destabilizing the region.
Fidan expressed uncertainty about Assad’s whereabouts but suggested he may no longer be in the country. He criticized Assad for his failure to reconcile with the Syrian people and highlighted the need for international support for Syria’s reconstruction. Turkey, which hosts millions of Syrian refugees, has played a role in de-escalating the conflict through the Astana process.
Fidan’s remarks underscore the need for unity and inclusivity in post-Assad Syria, emphasizing the importance of international support for the country’s reconstruction. The fall of the Assad government presents an opportunity for Syrians to shape their future, with the hope of millions of refugees being able to return home.
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