Does India support Syria?

India supported “Syria’s legitimate right to regain the occupied Golan Heights.” In turn, this was reciprocated with Syrian recognition that Kashmir is a bilateral issue as well as general support of India’s concerns and even candidature at various international forums.

What is India stand in Syria?

India’s friendly relations with Syria stood the test of time when the Syrian crisis broke in 2011. India took its principled stand in resolving the conflict in a non-military and through an inclusive Syrian-led political process, which has been much appreciated by the Syrian Government and people alike.

Who supports the Syrian Civil War?

The Syrian opposition, politically represented by the Syrian National Coalition, receives financial, logistical, political and in some cases military support from major Sunni states in the Middle East allied with the U.S., most notably Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkey.

Who does Iran support in the Syrian Civil War?

The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Syrian Arab Republic are close strategic allies, and Iran has provided significant support for the Syrian government in the Syrian Civil War, including logistical, technical and financial support, as well as training and some combat troops.

How many hours is India to Syria?

The total flight duration from India to Syria is 5 hours, 40 minutes.

Is Syria more developed than India?

Syria has a GDP per capita of $2,900 as of 2015, while in India, the GDP per capita is $7,200 as of 2017.

How can I go to Syria from India?

Indians need a visa to travel to Syria. Syrian visa for Indians can be obtained at the Syrian Embassy or Consulate. In order to get visa for Syria from India, it is necessary to fulfil the visa requirements and submit the necessary documents.

What is India’s stand on the Syrian Civil War?

India’s stand on Syrial Civil War lies in gray area. India has neither explicitely condemned the warring factions which are party to civil war nor it is supporting any faction be it Assad regime or rebels led by Free Syrian Army (FSA).

Why does India support the Assad regime in Syria?

India has traditionally supported the Assad regime. The relations between India and Syria have been cordial. The support for the Assad regime is largely seen as reciprocation for Syria’s continued stance that the Kashmir issue is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan.

Is India’s response to the Syrian crisis a reciprocatory gesture to Damascus?

India-Syria ties have gained salience since Pakistan began questioning New Delhi’s human rights record in the Muslim-majority state of Jammu & Kashmir. This brief argues that India’s calculated response to the Syrian crisis is a reciprocatory gesture to Damascus for its continued support to India over the Kashmir question.

Is India a ‘friend’ of Syria?

The same year, the Syrian Ambassador to India, Riad Kammel Abbas, referred to India as a friend of Syria, and said Damascus would like to see India take part in the negotiations. In a more recent interview with The Hindu newspaper, Abbas reiterated that India’s stance of not joining the chorus for regime change was appreciated.