Syria at UN: 'Our battle against terrorism is almost over'
Syria's top diplomat told the world Saturday that his country's "battle against terrorism is almost over" after more than seven years of civil war, as an envoy from another of the planet's most troubled spots—North Korea—prepared to address the UN General Assembly.
Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Moallem also vowed that the Syrian government will free the country from all "illegitimate" foreign troops. He vehemently restated denials that Damascus has used chemical weapons during the war -- although international investigators have found otherwise -- and he called on all refugees to return home, saying that is a priority for Damascus.
"Today, the situation on the ground is more stable and secure, thanks to combatting terrorism. All conditions are now present for the voluntary return of refugees," he said.
