Putin: Syrian Truce Real Chance to End Bloodshed

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Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that a ceasefire in Syria will come into effect on February 27.

In a special address, Putin also expressed hope that all of the warring parties will support the action plan agreed upon by Moscow and Washington.

The statement was first published on the Kremlin's official website on Monday.

"All warring sides in Syria must confirm, to us or to our US partners, their commitment to the ceasefire before noon on February 26," he said.

Putin went on to note that his country and the US would jointly map out the locations where the warring sides were active.

"No combat operations will be conducted against them by the Syrian armed forces, the Russian armed forces and the US-led coalition," the Russian president said, adding, "For their part, the opposition will cease hostilities against the Syrian armed forces and the groups providing support for them."

According to the Russian President, "ISIS", al-Nursa, and other terrorist organizations designated by the United Nations Security Council, are excluded from the cessation of hostilities. Strikes against them will continue."

He further noted that a communication hotline will be established between Washington and Moscow, if necessary, a working group to exchange relevant information.

"Russia will conduct the necessary work with Damascus and the legitimate Syrian leadership. We expect that the United States will do the same with regard to their allies and the groups they support."

In parallel, Putin mentioned: "Most important is the creation of conditions for launching a long-term political process through a broad inter-Syrian dialogue in Geneva, under the auspices of the UN."

Source: News Agencies, Edited by website team