UN Human Rights Leader Advocates for Comprehensive Dialogue Among Syrian Factions
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Geneva, Dec 9 (NationPress) United Nations (UN) High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk on Monday called upon Syrian factions to partake in a comprehensive dialogue to promote the nation’s transition process.
During the annual press briefing of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Turk expressed optimism that the prevailing conditions would create an opportunity for such a dialogue.
"I hope that within this current environment, there will be this inclusive, very inclusive dialogue," he stated.
"There is a significant opportunity for this to occur, and what we have observed initially is indeed cooperation," he added, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Turk also pointed out that conflicts persist in certain areas of Syria and emphasized that all parties must adhere to their responsibilities under international humanitarian and human rights law.
He further mentioned that his office "is ready to assist in the transition process."
