U.S. President Barack Obama spoke by telephone with Russian President Vladimir Putin Wednesday about the situation in Syria and the importance of Russia pressing the Syrian regime for a lasting halt to attacks against civilians and groups agreeing to a cessation of hostilities.
The White House said the two presidents confirmed their commitment to defeating Islamic State and the al-Nusrah Front, the Syria-based al-Qaida affiliate. President Obama also emphasized the need for progress on a political transition in Syria as a means of ending the conflict. He also pushed for sustained access to humanitarian aid for victims of the conflict.
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Source: Voice of America
