Speaking to Russian daily Pravda, he said Russia attaches much importance to the issue of Ukraine than Syria which has roots in the country's policy in the Middle East region.Current developments in the Middle East leave impacts on the security of Russia, he said adding that for the same reason Russia has always backed Bashar al-Assad and the collapse of Syrian government will be in tantamount to a defeat for Russia.The stand taken by the Islamic Republic of Iran against Daesh Takfiri terrorist group is very transparent, he said, adding that the country is capable enough to defeat Daesh terrorist group.1430**1416