Iran’s permanent ambassador to the United Nations has voiced Tehran’s readiness to help Syria with its reconstruction process in the aftermath of a destructive Western-sponsored campaign of militancy.
Speaking during a UN General Assembly meeting in New York on Wednesday, Amir Saeid Iravani reiterated the Islamic Republic’s continued support for Syria in the face of threats endangering its territorial integrity such as terrorism and occupation.
“We stand ready to assist in rebuilding their country, ensuring its unity, and preserving its territorial integrity,” he said.
Iran has maintained an advisory mission in Syria at the request of Damascus with the aim of helping the war-torn country vanquish the foreign-backed militants, who have been fighting against the Syrian government since 2011.
Iran’s advisory assistance helped Syria defeat Daesh and win back control of almost all regions from terrorists.
Wednesday’s meeting came days after Russia vetoed a West-backed draft resolution at a UN Security Council session that called for a nine-month extension of aid deliveries to Syria through the Bab al-Hawa border crossing with Turkey without the consent of Damascus. Also, another resolution by Russia for a six-month extension did not meet the quorum required to pass.
Two days later, Syria submitted a letter to the UN and the Security Council, saying it allows the world body access to the crossing for six months “in full cooperation and coordination” with the Syrian government, warning against any cooperation with terrorists in the country’s north.
