Vice President of Syria, Abdel Halim Khaddam, returned here today after a visit to Iran during which he delivered a message to the Iranian President from his Syrian counterpart. The message revolved around the situation and developments in the region, particularly amidst the Israeli escalation against the Palestinian people.
Syrian media reported that Khaddam held discussions during his visit with the Supreme Leader of the Iranian Revolution, Ali Khamenei, Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, and his deputy Hassan Habibi. The talks addressed the complex situation in the region, potential scenarios, as well as international and regional issues of mutual interest. The discussions aimed to coordinate stances on all these matters, including cooperation in the face of Israeli threats of launching a new war in the region.
Khaddam described his visit and discussions as “good, successful, and comfortable,” with a clear vision regarding all the issues discussed.
Syrian media stated that Khaddam’s visit falls within the framework of Syrian diplomacy to explain the gravity of the situation in the region and to alert against the intentions of Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. This comes alongside rallying friends and concerned parties to the consequences of any attempt to destabilize the security and stability of the Middle East. Foremost among these concerns is Iran, which is unaffected by threats from both Israeli right and left.
The Syrian-Iranian meeting comes as part of continuous consultations between the two countries about the regional situation and the practices of Sharon’s government, which portend serious and reckless consequences on all fronts. These Syrian-Iranian consultations highlight the necessity, due to their pivotal roles, to address the worst-case scenarios and expectations. They are two fundamental keys in the Middle East, and their engagement in the smallest details is crucial, especially since the past twenty years have emphasized the vitality of understanding and joint coordination between the two nations.
