The Syrian President Bashar Assad on Monday congratulated his Iranian counterpart Sheikh Hasan Rouhani on the occasion of lifting the international ban on Iran.

The Syrian President Bashar Assad on Monday congratulated his Iranian counterpart Sheikh Hasan Rouhani on the occasion of lifting the international ban on Iran.

In a cable to President Rouhani, the Syrian leader said that this great event is the fruit of strength and steadfastness of the Iranians who struggled to gain independence.

President Assad thanked Iran for its continuous support to the Syrians in their fight against terrorism, hoping permanent progress and prosperity for the Iranian people and leadership.