Qatar Hails Syria Force Integration, Condemns Attack In Central Nigeria

Qatar has welcomed the integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into the military institutions of the Syrian Arab Republic, while separately condemning an attack in Nigeria's Niger State that left fatalities and dozens abducted.

In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the SDF integration as an important step towards consolidating civil peace, strengthening security and stability, and building a state governed by institutions and the rule of law. It reiterated Qatar's position that Syria's stability and prosperity require the state to hold a monopoly on the use of force through a single army representing all Syrians, thereby preserving the country's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.

The ministry expressed Qatar's appreciation for Syria's approach and its efforts to bring all segments of the Syrian people together under state authority, and reaffirmed full support for Syria's sovereignty and the Syrian people's aspiration for freedom, development and prosperity.

In a separate statement issued the same day, the ministry expressed Qatar's strong condemnation of the attack in Niger State, in central Nigeria, reiterating the country's firm rejection of violence, terrorism and criminal acts regardless of their motives or causes.

The ministry conveyed Qatar's condolences to the victims' families and to the government and people of Nigeria, and expressed hope for the safety of those abducted and their swift return to their families.

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