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Lavrov Skeptical Over Syrian No-Fly Zone

© RIA Novosti . Eduard PesovRussian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed skepticism about the possible introduction of a no-fly zone in Syria that is being discussed in the West.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed skepticism about the possible introduction of a no-fly zone in Syria that is being discussed in the West. - Sputnik International
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed skepticism on Wednesday about the possible introduction of a no-fly zone in Syria being discussed in the West.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed skepticism on Wednesday about the possible introduction of a no-fly zone in Syria being discussed in the West.

“Our colleagues in the West are discussing it [the possible introduction of a no-fly zone in Syria],” Lavrov told a press conference on Wednesday, adding that he assumes the topic is being discussion by NATO as well.

He expressed skepticism about the value of such a measure, as “unlike the Libyan scenario, Syria has not used the air forces against peaceful citizens.”

Lavrov also said that Moscow did not consider legitimate the sanctions that were unilaterally imposed on Syria by western countries.

“Unilateral sanctions are always a derogation of the collective efforts of Syria…If someone wants to use the UN Security Council, it is necessary to discuss everything there, whether we need sanctions or not…which methods apart from sanctions to use,” he said.

At least 5,000 have been killed in clashes between the Syrian government and protesters, according to UN estimates. President Bashar al-Assad’s government is insisting that its opponents are terrorists supported by unidentified outside forces.

Russia has repeatedly insisted that the Western drive for a stronger crackdown on Syria is preparation for a “Libyan scenario.” Rebels ousted and killed long-standing Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi in October after a military standoff lasting many months in which they received help from NATO forces.

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