The Russian Foreign Ministry has accused Western countries of prioritizing the plundering of Syrian resources over resolving the crisis in Syria. In a statement, they criticized Washington and its allies for illegally occupying areas in Syria and preventing the displaced from returning to their homes.
The ministry highlighted the dire conditions in camps like al-Hol and Roj and criticized the lack of support for civilians who wish to return. They also pointed out the obstruction of projects to restore civilian infrastructure, essential for safe and dignified returns.
Furthermore, the ministry criticized the hypocrisy of European leaders who claim to support a political settlement in Syria but fail to include representatives of the legitimate Syrian government in meetings and conferences. They emphasized that without the involvement of key parties like Russia and the Syrian government, any talks about resolving the crisis would be ineffective.