Damascus – “Italy is very active in the diplomatic process on Syria, having become a focal point also in light of the talks between Kerry and Putin.” The Foreign Affairs Minister Paolo Gentiloni opened up in an interview with Corriere della Sera. “Last week in Riyadh a cartel formed of all the oppositions against Assad, and now there are good prospects for January to begin negotiations between the regime and the opposition, which should coincide with the start of a ceasefire. From that moment, there would be six months to begin the transition period. During this process, we believe Assad should leave, but this outcome will have to be discussed at the negotiating table”. (9Colonne)
