Russia’s role in Syrian peace process ‘crucial’: Italy

Rome, April 17 (IANs/AKI) Syria's key ally Russia has a vital role to play in ending Syria's devastating conflict and negotiating peace in the war-torn country, Italy's Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni said on Tuesday.

"We challenge Russia to play its part in a negotiated peace settlement together with the United States, Iran, the Arab World and Europe," Gentiloni told Italy's lower house of parliament.

"It's a road that we need to travel along with everyone's help and Russia's contribution is crucial," he added.

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