The attack, which was carried out in the Duma region of Syria and has caused the loss of more than 70 civilians, reveals that the situation in the country is now at an extremely critical stage. Russia has made a statement denying the claims of chemical attack. Allegations concerning the use of chemical weapons need to be investigated seriously.

Going beyond their strategic interests, all parties, particularly Russia and the US, should come together for the future of the Syrian people and are required to implement a comprehensive solution. It is extremely dangerous for countries to render UN Security Council dysfunctional and not operate it in this kind of situation in terms of peace and security. As an NGO, we call for all related parties to come together to increase and finalise international efforts urgently in the case of the situation in Syria getting even more out of control and clashes increasing.