— United Nations (United States) (AFP)
Russia found rare support for its war in Ukraine at the UN General Assembly on Monday from Syria, whose leadership has relied on Moscow's support in its civil war.
"Syria reiterates its position on Russia's special military operation in Ukraine and Russia's right to defend and secure its own territory," Foreign Minister Faisal al-Meqdad told the world body.
"We are convinced that the Russian Federation is defending not only itself but justice and humanity's right to reject unipolar hegemony."
Syria has for months rallied behind Russia, recognizing Russian-backed breakaway republics in eastern Ukraine and offering to send Syrian troops to fight alongside Russia.
