Russia warns of war between Syria and Turkey

Originally published October 15, 1998

Russia warned yesterday of war breaking out between Turkey and Syria and confirmed the danger of the current situation on the stability of the Middle East.

The Russian ambassador in Cairo stated, during his meeting with the Arab League Assistant Secretary-General Ahmed Adel, that his country is working on settling the Turkish - Syrian dispute by political means, so that no tension can threaten the interests and stability of the two countries.

Moreover the Russian ambassador referred to an external power aiming at aggravating regional disputes in the Middle East.

He also called for avoiding threats and trying to treat the crisis between the two countries' leaders.

Adel confirmed that the Russian ambassador informed him of Russia's mediation efforts.

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