We greatly respect the bringing together of important opposition groups under one roof that was accomplished in Doha. That is an important step forward.

To make a fresh start in the political sphere possible, it is now imperative to reinforce the cohesion of this coalition and see it develop into an alternative to the regime in the eyes of all Syrians.

To the best of its ability, Germany will support the opposition’s efforts to achieve unity and to put an end to violence.