Russia expresses its support to Iraq for its fight against ISIS | ||
28/09/2014 | ||
Foreign minister said, "During the meeting, Lavrov confirmed Russia’s support for Iraq’s independence, territory integrity and sovereignty." He further added, "Moscow is ready to continue supporting Iraq in its efforts in fighting the terrorist threat, and, first of all, the one from the Islamic State." The U.S. has been trying to build a broad coalition to tackle ISIS. Russia's foreign ministry did not mention this Washington-led group Friday, saying only that Russia would protect Iraq’s interests. At least one foreign ministry official has previously said Russia would not join. While Lavrov made the pledge to Iraq, Moscow has been far more cautious over its ally Syria, which has also been partially overrun by ISIS. President Vladimir Putin told U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Monday that any airstrikes in the country should be carried out with Syria's consent. | ||
Last Update:: 28/09/2014 | ||
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