Iran Press/Europe: The official news agencies SANA and TASS reported on the talks, highlighting the focus on mutual interests and ongoing challenges. Assad emphasized the resilience both Syria and Russia have demonstrated in the face of adversity, attributing their success to the deep trust that binds Moscow and Damascus.
“Both Syria and Russia have encountered tough challenges but have consistently managed to overcome them,” Assad noted, as reported by SANA.
Putin acknowledged the increasing tension in West Asia, stressing the importance of continued bilateral dialogue to navigate the complexities of the region. He also pointed to the potential for enhanced economic and trade relations between Russia and Syria.
The situation in West Asia is growing more tense, Putin observed, according to SANA. He added that there are promising prospects for economic and trade relations between Syria and Russia.
At the outset of their meeting, Putin expressed his pleasure at the opportunity to reconnect with Assad. "Dear mister president, I am very happy to see you. We have the opportunity to talk about the entire set of our relations. We have not seen each other for a while," TASS quoted Putin as saying.
While no further details of the meeting have been disclosed, the encounter builds on their previous discussions held at the Kremlin in March of the previous year, which lasted three hours.
Russia remains a pivotal supporter of Syria, having deployed forces to assist Assad’s government in combating foreign-backed Takfiri terrorist groups, including Daesh, since 2015. Moreover, Russia, alongside Iran and Turkey, has played a crucial role as a guarantor in the negotiations between the Syrian government and opposition factions.
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