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Syrian envoy meets Rijiju, seeks cooperation to fight ISIS

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Jun 17 2016 | 8:23 PM IST
Ambassador of the Syrian Arab Republic Riad Kamel Abbas today called on Union minister Kiren Rijiju and discussed the prevailing situation in the Gulf country and how to fight ISIS and "Islamic radicalisation".
During the 20-minute meeting, Abbas briefed Rijiju about the present situation in Syria where ISIS has been holding a large area.
"The Ambassador called for a joint effort of major nations to eradicate ISIS and Islamic radicalisation," Rijiju told PTI.
The Ambassador has sought India's greater participation in fight against the terror group, the Minister of State for Home said.

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First Published: Jun 17 2016 | 8:23 PM IST

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