Arab countries called for the withdrawal of all foreign troops from Syria

The Arab countries are in favor of a political solution to the Syrian crisis, which would lead to the withdrawal of all foreign troops illegally present in the country. This was stated in the concluding statement of the meeting of the foreign ministers of Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Syria, held on Monday in Amman.

The statement emphasizes that the current meeting “marks the beginning of regular meetings, to continue negotiations aimed at achieving a solution to the Syrian crisis in accordance with UN Security Council Resolution 2254.” “It is necessary to support Syria and its institutions in their efforts to expand control over the territories and stop foreign interference in its affairs,” the foreign ministers emphasized.