According to a statement from Kremlin officials, an important meeting took place between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Bashar Assad. The meeting took place last night in the Kremlin Palace and was followed by statements made after the closed-door session.
Speaking at a press conference following the meeting, Putin stated that he and Assad had met after a long break and that they had many issues to discuss. Putin said, “Developments in Syria and the surrounding region have reached a worrying level. There are also issues that need to be taken into consideration in our trade and economic relations. I hope that we will discuss these issues in detail.”
Assad, on the other hand, emphasized the historical relations between Russia and Syria, saying, “Considering the events taking place around the world and especially in the Eurasian region, today’s meeting is quite critical. There are many expectations and scenarios that need to be discussed in detail.”
| Putin’s Statements | Assad’s Statements |
|---|---|
| The importance of relations between Russia and Syria was emphasized. | The difficult processes experienced from the past to the present were emphasized. |
| It was stated that the developments in Syria and its surroundings were worrying. | It was stated that events around the world should be discussed in detail. |
| It was emphasized that commercial and economic relations should also be reviewed. | It was stated that the meeting coincided with a critical period. |
