EU seeks assurances from Syria's new leaders in exchange for …
Dec 16, 2024 · BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union nations on Monday set out conditions for lifting sanctions on Syria and kick-starting aid to the conflict-ravaged country amid uncertainty about its new leaders’ intentions just over a week after they seized power.. At a meeting in Brussels, the EU’s top diplomats said they want guarantees from members of Syria’s interim government that they are preparing ...
Syria - Consilium
5 days ago · Since the start of the crisis in 2011, the EU and its member states have mobilised more than €33.3 billion to support Syrians both inside the country and across the region. The EU’s humanitarian aid focuses primarily on critical needs and fosters life-saving assistance.
Syria–European Union relations - Wikipedia
European Union–Syria relations are the bilateral relations between Syria and the European Union (EU). The European Union (EU) and Syria have signed two agreements between each other. However, due to the Syrian government's crack down on its opposition, the EU imposed an embargo on Syria. [1]
EU to engage with Syrian leaders and reopen delegation
Dec 17, 2024 · The European Union will establish contacts with Syria's new leadership and reopen its delegation in the country, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and EU Commission President Ursula von der ...
Why EU plans for 'special envoy' to Syria sparked outrage
Nov 27, 2024 · The EU wants to appoint a special envoy to evaluate its Syria policy. The move enraged Syrian activists who condemn President Bashar Assad's regime, but others believe a more united EU...
Syria - European Commission - European Neighbourhood Policy …
May 28, 2024 · The European Union (EU) suspended all its bilateral cooperation with the Government of Syria in May 2011, following the escalation of violence and unacceptable human rights situation. The EU has adopted in parallel specific and targeted restrictive measures (i.e., sanctions) against the Syrian regime.
The European Union and Syria | EEAS
The European Union will continue mobilising all the tools at its disposal in support of the Syrian people, in order to reach a negotiated political solution in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2254 and to help create the conditions for a brighter future for all Syrians.
EU pledges €2.12 billion in support of the future of Syria and the ...
May 28, 2024 · At the 8th edition of the Brussels Conference on 'Supporting the future of Syria and the region', the EU pledged €2.12 billion for 2024 and 2025. This assistance will support both Syrians inside Syria and those in neighbouring countries, as well as their host communities in Türkiye, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq.
Syria: Council renews restrictive measures and extends …
May 28, 2024 · The Council extended EU restrictive measures against the Syrian regime for an additional year, until 1 June 2025, removed six listings, and prolonged the application of the existing humanitarian exemption, subject to the annual review of the restrictive measures.
The European Union is a primary donor of UNHAS in Syria since its launch, and it continues to support its operations especially at a time where humanitarian needs are on the rise in Syria.