Former Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency, David Petraeus, made notable statements on the Concordia platform, where he participated alongside Syrian head of state Ahmed Shara. During his speech, he touched upon the war years in Iraq, recalling that the two sides were on opposing fronts during that period. Petraeus stated that he was the one leading operations at that time, while Shara was imprisoned during the same period.
The editorial office reports that, in response to Petraeus's words, Syrian President Shara noted that the era of war is now behind them. He stated that today, the main goal is to prioritize diplomacy, not armed conflicts. Shara added that his current representation of his country at international events is a clear example of this.
The parties speaking at the event also emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomatic means for the future of the region. According to them, stability in the region is only possible through political solutions and international cooperation.