The U.S. is suspending Syria cease-fire talks with Russia, citing Moscow’s and Damascus’ continued military attacks against civilian targets.
“This is not a decision that was taken lightly,” U.S. State Department spokesman John Kirby said in a statement. Though Washington “spared no effort” in trying to implement the cessation of hostilities, Russia “failed to live up to its own commitments,” Kirby said.
“(Russia) was also either unwilling or unable to ensure Syrian regime adherence to which Moscow had agreed,” the statement said. “Rather, Russia and the Syrian regime have chosen to pursue a military course.”
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Source: Voice of America
