Ankara: Syrian Ambassador Bashar Jaafari has requested political asylum in Russia following his recall to Damascus, a source told Russia’s state news agency TASS on Monday. ‘The Syrian ambassador has requested asylum in the Russian Federation,’ the source said, without providing further details. There was no immediate comment from Syria or Russian authorities on the matter.
According to Anadolu Agency, the development marks a significant turn in diplomatic relations, as the ambassador’s decision to seek asylum comes on the heels of his recall. The situation has yet to elicit a formal response from either the Syrian or Russian government, leaving many questions unanswered about the potential implications for both countries.