UN confirms delay of Syria peace talks

The United Nations envoy to Syria has confirmed the long-delayed peace
talks have been further postponed by another two weeks.

Staffan de Mistura said the Geneva talks would now be held on 20th
February to allow more time for a ceasefire to solidify and for the
opposition to form a delegation.

He praised the recent negotiations in Astana, Kazakstan which were
initiated by Russia, Turkey and Iran.

Staffan de Mistura said the postponement was about waiting not canceling.

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While recognizing the Astana efforts, Staffan de Mistura said the UN
would be front and center of the Geneva discussions.

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Staffan de Mistura said it was now possible to get more aid into the country.

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