The participants will discuss violations of the cease-fire as well as improving security within Syria in a bid to pave the way for a political solution to the six-year conflict.
The International Meeting on Syrian Settlement, held in Kazakhstan's capital Astana, aims to achieve cessation of hostilities and a political solution to the conflict.
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The talks, which focus on extending the cease-fire that came into effect on Dec. 30, 2016, have been brokered by Turkey, which backs the opposition, and Russia and Iran, who support Bashar al-Assad’s regime.
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The participants will discuss violations of the cease-fire as well as improving security within Syria in a bid to pave the way for a political solution to the six-year conflict.
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The meeting is due to last until Tuesday evening, the Kazakh Foreign Ministry said. However, the duration will be extended if need be.
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The first day of indirect talks in Astana between the Syrian government and rebels has given grounds for cautious optimism about potential progress.
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The Syria peace talks are being held at Rixos President hotel.
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A general view of the venue where the Syria peace talks are being held.
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