The Supreme Representative of the European Union (EU) for foreign affairs and security policy Kaya Kallas called the fall of the Bashar Assad regime in Syria and expressed the solidarity of the EU with the Syrian people.
In the statement published on behalf of the EU, Callas called the fall of the Assad regime “a historical moment for the Syrian people, who survived more than 10 years of conflict, repression and human suffering”.
She expressed the solidarity of the EU with the Syrian people: “Today we are in solidarity with all the Syrians, both in the country and in the diaspora, full of hope, but at the same time experiencing fear of the uncertain future. Everyone should be reunited, stabilize and restore your country, restore justice and ensure accountability. “
Her statement emphasizes the need to restore justice, restructuring institutions and ensuring a peaceful transition, notes the importance of protecting territorial integrity, independence and sovereignty of Syria and rejection of all forms of extremism.
The document calls for all parties to refrain from violence, ensure the protection of the civilian population and comply with international law, indicates the need to ensure the safety of Christians and other minorities, as well as foreign citizens and diplomatic missions in the capital of Damascus.