Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the developments in Syria

With regard to the recent developments in Syria, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, while recalling Iran's principled position of respecting the unity, national sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria, emphasizes that determining the fate and making decisions about the future of Syria is solely the responsibility of the people of this country, without destructive interference or foreign imposition. 

Achieving this requires an end to the military conflicts as soon as possible, the prevention of terrorist acts, and the start of national dialogue with the participation of all sectors of Syrian society in order to form an inclusive government that represents all the Syrian people. 

The Islamic Republic of Iran supports international mechanisms centered on UN Resolution 2254 to follow up the political process in Syria as in the past and continues to engage constructively with the UN in this regard. 

In this situation, when Syria is in a critical period of its history, it is very important to ensure the security of all Syrian citizens and nationals of other countries, as well as to preserve the sanctity of religious holy sites, as well as the protection of diplomatic and consular sites in accordance with the standards of international law. 

The relations between the two nations of Iran and Syria have a long history and have always been friendly, and it is expected that these relations will continue with a wise and far-sighted approach of the two countries based on common interests and interests and the implementation of international legal obligations. 

Emphasizing Syria's position as an important and influential country in the West Asian region, the Islamic Republic of Iran will spare no effort to help establish security and stability in Syria and to this end will continue its consultations with all influential parties, especially in the region. 

Obviously, the Islamic Republic of Iran, while closely monitoring the developments in Syria and the region and taking into account the behavior and actions of the influential actors in the Syrian political and security scene, will adopt appropriate approaches and positions.