TEHRAN – Iran has expressed grave concern over the spread of violence and instability across Syria, warning that the unwelcome situation serves to pave the way for regional instability and further Israeli provocations.
It came after reports of intensified confrontation in Syria between the Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) militants of the new interim ruling regime in Syria and armed opposition groups in the western part of the Arab country
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei Iran is strongly opposed to insecurity, violence, bloodshed, and affliction of harm to innocent Syrian people by any group or faction.
“Iran considers such acts to be contributing to the spread of instability in the region and further incitement by third parties, particularly the Zionist regime,” he said.
The Islamic Republic, Baghaei said, is closely monitoring Syria’s internal developments and was alarmed by reports detailing the escalation of violence and instability.
Tehran, he said, reminds the interim rulers in Syria of their responsibilities to ensure the security of all Syrian citizens, and reiterates Iran’s steadfast position on the necessity of preserving security and stability in Syria.
Baghaei underscored the importance of establishing conditions that promote peaceful coexistence among all ethnic and social groups within the Syrian society.
He also stressed the critical need to maintain Syria’s territorial integrity and unity, especially in light of the Zionist regime’s acts of aggression and threats.