WEST KURDISTAN, — The Kurdish section of the Voice of America interviewed Saleh Mohammed, President of Democratic Union Party – PYD on Thursday night. He said that Syria has been uprising for freedom and democracy since 15 March.
He strongly condemned the violence and bloodshed practiced by the Syrian regime against civilian demonstrators.
Saleh Mohammed described as ‘baseless and unfounded’ the news which has been promoted in some websites that he has met with al-Assad.
He condemned the social meetings that have taken place between others and al-Assad. He said that al-Assad should sit with the political sides to resolve political issues and problems. Finding a solution to the Kurdish issue is central to resolving the outstanding problems in Syria. He stressed the need to consider the Kurdish issue as a priority.
Saleh Mohammed was clear that the Democratic Union Party would continue its activities, the demonstrations and resistance until it had achieved all its goals.
He commended the joining together of the Syrian Kurdish parties with regard to the crisis and to solve the Kurdish issue in Syria. He described the U.S. decision to impose sanctions on the Syrian leadership as ‘good’, and he called upon Washington to maintain a position that will support the freedom of people.
He drew attention to Turkey’s relationship with U.S., their mutual interests and policies, and their common interest in the suppression of the Kurdish movement in Turkey. He said that the interests of the American people lie with the interests of the peoples of the region and their freedom, and called on Obama to take a stand that is consistent with the freedom of the people.
Mr. Saleh stressed that the resistance movement in Syria will continue until it achieves democracy, hoping that the bloodshed stops, and peace comes in Syria, and the country ‘enjoys the development of love and brotherhood among people’.
Saleh Mohammed has returned to Syria from Iraq at this time of crisis. He believes that the leaders should be amongst their people and if necessary to die with their people. He said that no threats would prevent him from joining his people in this struggle for freedom and democracy.