Brussels: The European Union announced on Monday that it is closely monitoring the latest developments in Syria, emphasizing the urgent need for de-escalation in the region.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the EU issued a press release urging “all parties to de-escalate and ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure as well as ensuring unhindered humanitarian access in accordance with international humanitarian law.” The statement specifically condemned “the airstrikes carried out by Russia on densely populated areas and its continued support for the repression of the Assad regime.”
The EU’s statement further highlighted the necessity for a Syrian-led political solution to the conflict, in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2254. This call for a political solution comes in the wake of a recent “sudden” offensive by opposition forces, which has resulted in the Assad regime losing control of Aleppo, Syria’s second largest city.