UK backs Syrian Assembly launch as Syria security risks persist
At the United Nations, the UK says the inaugural meeting of Syria’s People’s Assembly marks an important step in the country’s new political settlement. The statement also pairs diplomatic support for Syria’s institutions with warnings that regional conflict, terrorism and unresolved violence in Suwayda still threaten recovery.
Highlights
- UK welcomes Syrian People’s Assembly’s 12 July launch as a step toward a new political settlement and offers institutional support.
- UK condemns recent Iranian-claimed attacks, urges Israeli withdrawal from southern Syria and de-escalation to reduce fragile security risks.
- UK supports OPCW decision to restore Syria’s rights after chemical disarmament and pledges ongoing cooperation on counterterrorism and Suwayda negotiations.
UK position on Syria’s political transition
As stated in the UK government statement delivered by Ambassador Kate Foster at the UN Security Council, London welcomes the first meeting of the Syrian People’s Assembly on 12 July and describes it as a significant move toward a new political settlement.The UK says it stands ready to support efforts to strengthen Syrian institutions and to work with the Assembly as it seeks to build an inclusive and prosperous future for Syrians. The statement also says Syria has made important progress in building peace and security and in playing a constructive role in the region.
Security pressures and regional implications
Syria’s security situation remains fragile, the UK says, warning that broader regional conflict could undermine the country’s overdue recovery. London urges all parties to de-escalate, condemns Iranian-claimed attacks against Syria last week, and calls on Israel to provide a timeline for withdrawal from areas in southern Syria and to return to negotiations with the Syrian government.The UK also condemns recent terrorist attacks in Damascus and says it will continue working closely with the Syrian government on counterterrorism efforts as a member of the Global Coalition against Daesh. In addition, it backs a negotiated solution for Suwayda, where violence a year ago caused deaths and mass displacement, and welcomes the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons executive council decision to restore Syria’s rights and privileges after the destruction of chemical weapons stockpiles left by the Assad regime.
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