In a surprising turn of events, Russia announced on Sunday that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has resigned and left the country, ordering a peaceful transfer of power. 😮🌍
The Russian Foreign Ministry released a statement confirming Assad's departure but did not disclose his current whereabouts. \"As a result of negotiations between B. Assad and a number of participants in the armed conflict on the territory of the Syrian Arab Republic, he decided to resign from the presidency and left the country, giving instructions for a peaceful transfer of power,\" the ministry stated.
Interestingly, Russia emphasized that it did not participate in the talks leading to Assad's decision. \"Russia did not participate in these negotiations,\" the statement clarified.
Moscow expressed deep concern over the unfolding events in Syria and urged all parties to avoid violence. \"We urge all parties involved to refrain from the use of violence and to resolve all issues of governance through political means,\" the ministry urged. \"In that regard, the Russian Federation is in contact with all groups of the Syrian opposition.\"
Russia's military bases in Syria have been placed on high alert 🚨, though the ministry noted there's no serious threat at the moment.
This development marks a significant moment in Syria's history, potentially paving the way for a new era of governance. Stay tuned as we keep you updated on this evolving story! 📰✌️
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Russia says Assad has left country and ordered peaceful power handover
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