Questione giuridica chiave
Federal Council's view on Syrian statements made during a visit by the Swiss foreign minister.
Decisione estratta
The statements repeated Syria's official position; they did not mean dialogue and negotiation were closed, and the Federal Council does not normally comment on foreign heads of state.
Motivazione estratta
Aubert said the visit showed contacts with Syria remained important despite harsh rhetoric, and that the Council's presence in Syria did not imply approval of the reported remarks.