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"They call it a revolution, but it has nothing to do with revolution. A revolution needs thinkers. These are a bunch of criminals."
"The first stage of a political solution would require that regional powers stop funding and arming (opposition forces), an end to terrorist operations, and controlling the borders."
"We will not have dialogue with a puppet made by the West," he stressed.
The Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) reported what he said in detail.
He prefers responsible conflict resolution. He urged it all along. Mutually agreed on ceasefire is essential. Washington and key NATO partners spurn it.
For months, Assad made good faith efforts. A year ago, Syria's constitution was rewritten. It was put to a popular referendum.
Despite opposition boycotts, threats, anti-Assad media campaigns, and turnout hampered in violence-torn areas, 89.4% of eligible voters approved it. Another 9% opposed, and 1.2% of ballots were invalid.
It includes 157 articles. Key reforms were instituted. They include political pluralism established for the first time. Presidential term limits and press freedom were mandated.
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