Syria has summoned the American ambassador to protest against Washington's claims regarding nuclear cooperation between Syria and Russia. According to the Syrian news agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested an official explanation from Theodore Kattouf, the U.S. ambassador. John Bolton, the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, stated last week in a Senate committee that the U.S. government is concerned about the nuclear programs of Iran, Syria, and other countries using Russian technology. The Syrian news agency reminded that the U.S. is aware that Damascus supports the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and welcomes the International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors to investigate this matter. The Syrian Foreign Ministry accused Washington of ignoring Israel's nuclear weapons.
Syria Protests Washington's Claims of Nuclear Cooperation with Russia - 2002-10-13
Syria has officially protested against U.S. allegations of nuclear cooperation with Russia, requesting clarification from the U.S. ambassador. This comes amid concerns expressed by U.S. officials regarding nuclear programs in the region. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between Syria and the U.S., particularly regarding nuclear proliferation issues.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Syria summoned the U.S. ambassador to protest claims made by the U.S. regarding Syria's alleged nuclear cooperation with Russia. Syria demanded an explanation and highlighted its compliance with international nuclear treaties.
- John Bolton expressed U.S. concerns about nuclear programs in Syria and other countries using Russian technology.
- Syria pointed out its adherence to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The U.S. has been particularly vigilant about nuclear proliferation in the Middle East, especially after the 9/11 attacks, focusing on countries like Iran and Syria.
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