The UN Secretary General said this in his statement amid reports that rebel fighters have established control over the capital Damascus early Sunday and President Bashar al-Assad has left the country. Earlier, in the last few days, security in northwestern Syria Council-banned terrorist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and other armed groups suddenly launched large-scale attacks on the Syrian government-controlled cities of Aleppo, Homs and Hama. And one city after another was captured. Secretary-General Guterres stressed that in this sensitive time, restraint will have to be exercised, violence will have to be avoided. He pointed out that Syria has been burning in the heat of a brutal war for the last 14 years, but now the people of the country have a historic opportunity to move towards a stable and peaceful future. The top UN official said that there will be new changes in Syrian institutions. Much work remains to be done to reenergize and bring about systemic political change. Emphasis on inclusive order According to him, the future of Syria is decided by the Syrian citizens. “The rights of all Syrian citizens must be protected, without discrimination.” The utmost care must be taken and respect for workers is required in accordance with international law. “We need the support of the international community to ensure that any political transition process is inclusive and comprehensive, and through The legitimate aspirations of the Syrian population can be met.” The UN chief said that Syria’s sovereignty, unity, independence and territorial integrity must be restored. He said he respected the people who suffered the brunt of this violent conflict. And we stand with the Syrian people in taking Syria forward on the path of justice, freedom, prosperity and reconciliation. “This is the only path that can lead Syria to sustainable peace. Takes you in the direction.”
