Major General Ali Mamlouk, the National Security Advisor at the General Secretariat of the Presidency of the Syrian Republic, and Nikolai Patrushev, Secretary of the Russian Security Council, emphasized the significance of enhancing Syria-Russia relations and coordinating efforts to combat terrorism during a meeting held in Moscow on Monday.

The Russian President’s Special Representative for the Middle East and African Countries, Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov, was also present at the meeting.

Patrushev highlighted the long-standing historical ties between Russia and Syria, noting that the two nations will commemorate the 80th anniversary of their establishment in July. He affirmed Russia's commitment to ongoing support across various sectors in Syria.

The top Russian diplomat emphasized the significance of the agreements inked between both parties, underscoring their continued relevance as guiding principles for collaborative efforts. Meanwhile, Mamlouk reiterated the importance of sustained coordination to enhance the ties between the two allied nations.
 
On his part, Mamlouk highlighted the resilience of the Syrian people under President Bashar al-Assad's leadership, coupled with the sacrifices of the Syrian Arab Army and the support from Russia, which have effectively thwarted terrorist organizations' plots.

He reiterated Syria's full endorsement of Russia's military operation in Ukraine, framing it as a historical correction and a defense of justice and humanity.

Meanwhile, Bogdanov emphasized the imperative of enhancing bilateral cooperation across various domains.

It is worth noting that Mamlouk's visit to Moscow coincides with his participation in the 12th International Meeting of High Representatives on Security Issues in St. Petersburg, scheduled from the 23rd to the 25th of the current month.

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