Al Mayadeen English

  • Ar
  • Es
  • x
Al Mayadeen English

Slogan

  • News
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Sports
    • Arts&Culture
    • Health
    • Miscellaneous
    • Technology
    • Environment
  • Articles
    • Opinion
    • Analysis
    • Blog
    • Features
  • Videos
    • NewsFeed
    • Video Features
    • Explainers
    • TV
    • Digital Series
  • Infographs
  • In Pictures
  • • LIVE
News
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Sports
  • Arts&Culture
  • Health
  • Miscellaneous
  • Technology
  • Environment
Articles
  • Opinion
  • Analysis
  • Blog
  • Features
Videos
  • NewsFeed
  • Video Features
  • Explainers
  • TV
  • Digital Series
Infographs
In Pictures
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • MENA
  • Palestine
  • US & Canada
BREAKING
Israeli media: At least two soldiers killed by anti-tank missile fired at Israeli army forces in the Gaza Strip
Local Syrian sources: Mortar shells fell on more than nine villages in the Sweida countryside
Local Syrian sources: Dozens of dead and wounded have arrived at Sweida hospitals as a result of ongoing clashes at several locations in the western Sweida countryside
Local sources: Civilians, including children and women, were injured in the al-Maqous neighborhood of Sweida, in Syria, as a result of ongoing clashes
Israeli media outlet: Security incident reported in the Gaza Strip
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson: No new date or venue has been set for the meeting between Araghchi and Witkoff, and no negotiations will take place until the outcome is guaranteed
Palestinian platforms: Settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque complex under the protection of the occupation police
Palestinian platforms: The IOF detonated a booby-trapped robot east of the al-Zaytoun neighborhood, south of Gaza City
Syrian Defense: We call on all parties in Sweida to cooperate with security forces and exercise restraint
Al Mayadeen's correspondent: The Lebanese Army is continuing its investigations and will later announce any information that does not affect the confidentiality of the investigation

Iran, Egypt voice support for Syria amid terrorist attacks

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 5 Dec 2024 08:55
  • 2 Shares
4 Min Read

The foreign ministers of Iran and Egypt underline their countries' support for Syria amid the war on terrorism it is undergoing.

  • x
  • Internally displaced people sit in a camp in Tabqa city, Raqqa governorate, northern Syria, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 (AP)
    Internally displaced people sit in a camp in Tabqa city, Raqqa governorate, northern Syria, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 (AP)

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reiterated their nations' unwavering commitment to preserving Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity amidst a renewed wave of terrorism. The conversation, which took place on Wednesday night, highlighted the growing concerns over the destabilizing impact of terrorist groups in the region.

Araghchi briefed Abdelatty on the outcomes of his recent visits to Damascus and Ankara, where he engaged in discussions with Syrian and Turkish officials. He reaffirmed Iran's steadfast support for the Syrian government, its armed forces, and its people in their battle against terrorism.

Stressing the dangers posed by the resurgence of terrorist factions, Araghchi warned of the serious implications for regional peace, stability, and security. He emphasized the necessity of sustained diplomatic consultations among influential regional actors to effectively address and combat the threat.

Abdelatty shared insights from his discussions with foreign ministers of several countries regarding the situation in Syria. He reiterated Egypt's policy of upholding Syria's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the functionality of its official institutions. He expressed concern over the impact of the ongoing conflict and underlined Egypt's commitment to supporting stability in Syria.

The two ministers agreed to maintain close communication and coordination in the face of the ongoing crisis. They stressed the importance of collective efforts to restore peace and combat the menace of terrorism in Syria, which continues to challenge the security of the broader region.

Astana peace process to kick off in Qatar

Araghchi stated Wednesday that the senior diplomats from the three guarantor states of the Astana peace process will meet in Qatar to discuss the revival of terrorism in Syria.

Araghchi stated on Wednesday that he will travel to Qatar "early next week" to participate in the Doha Forum.

Related News

Russia in talks over military bases in Syria with new government

Tensions ease in Sweida as all detainees released amid mediation

He indicated that the next Astana process foreign ministerial meeting would be in Doha, noting that Russia and Turkiye's senior diplomats will also be in attendance.

"Certainly, Qatar will not participate in this meeting, and since these ministers are in Doha, we will hold the meeting there."

Iran, Russia, Syria, and Turkiye, established the Astana peace process in January 2017, with the goal of bringing an end to the Syrian crisis, which began in 2011.

Following the rise of terrorism in Syria last week, Iran's top diplomat emphasized the need to preserve the Astana peace negotiations' successes.

Thousands displaced

According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Representative in Syria, Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, the number of Syrians forced to evacuate due to violence in Aleppo and elsewhere is fast increasing, having surpassed 150,000 in less than a week. 

Llosa wrote on X that this number is expected to rise and the "blankets, mattresses and water our partners and us are giving them may relieve their suffering momentarily. But it will not be enough."

"They also urgently need shelter, basic services, and livelihoods," the commissioner detailed.

The terror offensive launched by Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and other insurgent groups, including the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA), has been accompanied by accusations of foreign powers providing support, with claims of Ukrainian and Turkish backing fueling the escalation.

Particularly, Ukraine has been accused of providing HTS terrorists with FPV drones and other explosive drones, as well as the know-how to conduct coordinated assaults between ground forces and drone operators. 

Meanwhile, the Syrian government continues to rally regional and international support against the onslaught. Moreover, Resistance factions and other allies continue to provide the Syrian government with personnel and equipment to thwart the goals of terrorists and their backers.

  • Syria
  • Iran
  • Egypt
  • Terrorism
  • Damascus
  • Abbas Araghchi
  • Badr Abdelatty

Most Read

Hezbollah SG reveals war details on Al Mayadeen for the first time

Hezbollah SG reveals war details on Al Mayadeen for the first time

  • Politics
  • 8 Jul 2025
Major ambush in Gaza kills 6 Israeli troops, injures dozens

Major ambush in Gaza kills 5 Israeli troops, injures 14

  • Politics
  • 8 Jul 2025
Israeli soldiers are seen in Beit Hanoun ahead of an operation by the al-Qassam Brigades, undated (Al-Qassam Brigades Military Media)

'Israel' on blast as media exposes report discrepancies in Gaza ambush

  • Palestine
  • 8 Jul 2025
Yemen Navy sinks ETERNITY C ship, shares footage of operation

Yemen Navy sinks ETERNITY C ship, shares footage of operation

  • Politics
  • 9 Jul 2025

Coverage

All
The Ummah's Martyrs

Read Next

All
The Freedom Flotilla ship Handala as it departs for Gaza, where it aims to break the maritime blockade at a port in Syracuse, Sicily in southern Italy on July 13, 2025. (AFP)
Palestine

Freedom Flotilla's Handala departs Sicily in bid to break Gaza siege

The container ship CMA CGM Laperouse, left, docks at the Georgia Ports Authority's Port of Savannah, Sept. 29, 2021, in Savannah, Ga (AP)
Politics

US shipbuilding woes deepen as tariffs, outdated policies backfire

Gaza war raises ethical questions for ex-Obama, Biden officials
Politics

Mercenary firm tied to Gaza war crimes hires Obama-Biden PR operatives

'Israel' targets children in Gaza collecting water
Palestine

'Israel' strikes Gaza kids fetching water, blames it on 'malfunction'

Al Mayadeen English

Al Mayadeen is an Arab Independent Media Satellite Channel.

All Rights Reserved

  • x
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Authors
Android
iOS