Russian envoy says Western sanctions against Syria ‘morally bankrupt, unacceptable’ - TASS

 Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrei Kelin criticized the sanctions, imposed by the UK, the US and a number of other countries against Syria, calling these sanctions morally bankrupt and unacceptable.

"Development in Syria is being hindered not only by the consequences of conflict and COVID pandemic, but also by the illegal unilateral sanctions imposed on Syria by the US, the UK and some of their allies. These restrictive measures not only put obstacles to the economic recovery, but also prevent essential purchases of pharmaceuticals, medical and construction equipment. This is morally corrupt and unacceptable," Kelin said at an online conference on Syria, organized by the European Centre for the Study of Extremism.

The diplomat reminded about the aid, provided by Russia, including the 4,700 tonnes of humanitarian cargo, delivered since 2015, as well as the comprehensive strategic program of bilateral cooperation, currently in development. Meanwhile, he acknowledged that this is not enough...