Conditions Quote by Bashar al-Assad
“Regarding fighting terrorism, we are ready to cooperate with anyone in this world with no conditions. That's crux of our policy, not today, not yesterday; for years, even before the war on Syria, we always said that.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Press conference, Syrian President, 2013
The speaker emphasizes unconditional willingness to collaborate against terrorism, regardless of timing or prior statements.
In simple terms: Open cooperation against terrorism.
Key Takeaway
Partner with anyone against terrorism.
Themes
politics
security
cooperation
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
political
policy
When to use this quote
- international negotiations
- counter‑terrorism coalitions
- humanitarian aid
- peace talks
Key Concepts
terrorism
diplomacy
policy
unconditionality
Questions to Reflect On
- What conditions might realistically limit cooperation?
- How to balance openness with security concerns?
A Different Perspective
Unconditional cooperation may be impractical when partners have conflicting interests.
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