Washington: Stability in Syria can only be achieved through a political process
A spokesperson for the US State Department assured to Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper that President Joe Biden’s administration “will definitely not re-establish or upgrade our diplomatic relations with the Assad regime,” and that it has maintained its steadfast position since the outbreak of the Syrian revolution in March 2011.
Regarding the countries that have expressed their desire to restore diplomatic relations with the Assad regime, the spokesman said that Washington urges all countries in the region to “carefully consider the atrocities committed by the Assad regime against the Syrian people over the past decade,” calling for taking into account the efforts made by the Assad regime. The system continues to prevent much of the humanitarian aid from reaching the country, and not to provide security.
The spokesman explained why the new US administration is lenient in dealing with the Syrian file, and what is the strategy followed, that the US position is “clear by supporting the political process in the country.” He added: “We believe that stability in Syria and the larger region can only be achieved through political process, and it represents the will of all Syrians, and we are committed to working with allies, partners and the United Nations to ensure that a lasting political solution remains inside. ”
This comes after the outcomes of the meeting of the seven countries that took place in the past days in London, sparked many speculations and expectations that the West will turn a blind eye to calls for re-normalization with the Assad regime.
The expression of clear rejection of the re-normalization of relations with the Assad regime was not mentioned in the statement issued by the “Group of Seven” meeting, which are the countries of America, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, and Japan Hilal that they met in London last week. On the other hand, the statement stressed the international decision 2254 and support for humanitarian relief operations and political solutions.
