EU condemns violence in Syria and calls for investigation of crimes
The European Union has expressed deep concern over the outbreak of violence in Syria's coastal regions, condemning the attacks and demanding an investigation into the crimes.
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The European Union has expressed serious concern about the situation in Syria, where armed clashes in coastal areas have significantly escalated in recent days.
As a result of numerous attacks, including assaults on security forces, dozens of people have been killed, many of whom were civilians, according to the European Commission's website.
Brussels condemned acts of violence both by pro-government groups and by armed factions supporting the security forces of the transitional authorities.
Particularly alarming are reports of mass extrajudicial executions.
In response to the escalation, the transitional authorities have announced the creation of a special committee to investigate crimes, a move welcomed by the European Union.
The EU insists on conducting an impartial and transparent investigation to ensure that those responsible are held accountable in accordance with international law.
Furthermore, Brussels demands that independent UN investigative bodies be granted access to investigate violations in Syria.
The European Union has also urged all parties in the conflict to protect all Syrians, regardless of their religious or ethnic backgrounds, and to ensure the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid.
Brussels warned against the spread of misinformation that could further destabilize the situation and expressed support for the agreement reached on March 10 between the transitional authorities and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Reminder: A new wave of violence has erupted in Syria, with hundreds of people, including civilians, killed in coastal areas. Thousands of refugees are fleeing the country, heading to Lebanon and the Russian airbase in Khmeimim.
The new government blames Assad supporters for the unrest and promises an investigation, but analysts warn of the risk of a new civil war.
According to the UN, 111 civilians have been killed since last week, but the real number could be significantly higher. British observers report more than 1,300 deaths, including 1,000 civilians, 230 security personnel, and 250 pro-Assad militants.
Rebels are attacking government forces, triggering retaliatory operations in Alawite-majority areas.