Turkiye calls for inclusivity and minority rights in post-Assad Syria
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized the need for inclusivity and fair treatment of minorities in Syria following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad's government. He stated that the opposition's takeover should not threaten neighboring countries. Fidan called for national unity and reconstruction in Syria, urging the opposition to reassure neighbors of stability. He noted that the Syrian people should now have the opportunity to shape their future. He also highlighted the importance of international support for Syria's recovery, as millions of refugees may now consider returning. Fidan criticized Assad for failing to reconcile with the Syrian people during the conflict.