BBC: Syria war: Lavrov seeks talks with 'full spectrum' of opposition
Syria's ally Russia says there should be talks between the Syrian government and the "full spectrum" of opposition.
Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov also urged an intensification of efforts to find a political solution to the war.
Mr Lavrov was speaking at a meeting between Russia and Syrian opponents Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the US.
On Thursday, President Putin suggested the Syrian regime could be ready to work with some rebel groups against the so-called Islamic State.
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AFRICA
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EUROPE
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AMERICAS
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