The EU will welcome the closure of Russian military bases in Syria. The EU High Representative's staff is to contact representatives of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) in Damascus in the near future to discuss the issue of Russian bases in Syria.
Transmits UNN with reference to Handelsblatt.
“We will tell them how dangerous Russian bases are.” Brussels plans to contact the rebels who seized power in Syria and explain the importance of the decision to close Russian bases in the country.
The staff of the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, is to contact representatives of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) in Damascus in the near future. ”
We will send them a message about our expectations. There will be an exchange of views at the working level,” the EU diplomat said.
Almost two weeks ago, the Islamist militia HTS made a significant contribution to the fall of Assad. As HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani is considered a powerful man in Syria, Washington is also already seeking a dialogue with HTS.
After the crisis summit in Jordan on Saturday, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken confirmed that the US is in contact with the HTS and other parties. Initial signals from Damascus are positive, now it's up to action, Handelsblatt notes .
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