Lavrov, Pompeo discuss situation in Syria and return of refugees

Moscow, SANA-Russian foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed on Wednesday with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo the situation in Syria and the return of al-Rukban camp refugees to their home.

“During a phone call, the two sides tackled the humanitarian issues of the situation in Syria, particularly in al-Rukban and al-Hawl camps,” A statement by the Russian foreign Ministry said.

It added the Russian side showed desire to return the refugees to their permanent residence places as soon as possible.

The two sides also discussed the latest developments in Venezuela.

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