I always say the Syrian problem as isolated case, as Syrian case, is not very complicated. What makes it complicated is the interference from the outside, especially the Western interference because it's against the will of the Syrian government, while the intervention of the Russians, Iranians, and Hezbollah is because of the invitation of the Syrian government.

I am Syrian, I was made in Syria, I have to live in Syria and die in Syria.

It is natural that we should always expect an Israeli attack, even when it does not threaten.

I believe that the United States is not genuine regarding having a cessation of violence in Syria.

In any war, people will pay the price.

If you ask Americans whether they've been successful at sealing the border with Mexico, they'll tell you that it's a very difficult proposition.

Every country has criminals who have to be fought. They can exist anywhere, including the government or the army - or outside the government and army.