RIYADH — Saudi Arabia said that it is satisfied with the positive steps that have been taken to ensure the safety of the Syrian people, as well as to stop bloodshed and preserve the institutions of the Syrian state and its capabilities. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the Kingdom affirms its support for everything that would help achieve the security and stability of Syria, in a way preserving its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. "Saudi Arabia has followed the rapid developments in Syria," the ministry said while reiterating its support for the Syrian people and their choices at this critical stage in their country's history, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The ministry called for exerting concerted efforts to preserve the unity of Syria and the cohesion of its people, in a way safeguarding it from slipping into chaos and division. Saudi Arabia urged the international community to stand by the Syrian people and extend their cooperation in everything that serves Syria and achieves the aspirations of its people and not to interfere in its internal affairs. "Supporting Syria at this crucial stage is essential to overcome the woes that the Syrian people have suffered for over the course of many years that have claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands of innocent people in addition to leaving millions displaced and refugees, and during which foreign militias have ravaged Syria to impose foreign agendas on the Syrian people," the statement said. The ministry noted that the time has come for the Syrian people to enjoy the dignified life they deserve, and for all its components to contribute to shaping a prosperous future prevailing security, stability and prosperity, as well as for Syria to return to its normal position and status in the Arab and Islamic worlds.
