Syrian govt: ready to talk to an armed opposition

by admin
Feb 24, 2013

The Syrian government is ready to hold talks with an armed opposition announced the Syrian Foreign Minister, Walid al-Moualem, on Monday.

However, Moualem added that the government would continue the war "against terrorism".

According to Russia's Itar-Tass news agency, Moualem said:

"We are ready for dialogue with everyone who wants it ... Even with those who have weapons in their hands. Because we believe that reforms will not come through bloodshed but only through dialogue."

He reportedly added,

"What's happening in Syria is a war against terrorism... We will strongly adhere to a peaceful course and continue to fight against terrorism."

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