India calls for ensuring stability and territorial integrity of Syria

NEW DELHI: A day after rebel forces overthrew President Bashar al-Assad's authoritarian government in Syria, India joined global powers in urging the preservation of the country's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called for a peaceful and inclusive Syrian-led political process to guide the nation forward amidst monumental upheaval.

The Syrian government collapsed on Sunday as the rebels seized control of the capital Damascus after capturing several other prominent cities and towns. Assad fled the country after the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) took control of Damascus, marking the end of his family's 50-year rule.

“We are monitoring the situation in Syria in the light of ongoing developments. We underline the need for all parties to work towards preserving the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria,” the MEA said in a statement.

“We advocate a peaceful and inclusive Syrian-led political process respecting the interests and aspirations of all sections of Syrian society,” it said.