The European Union is monitoring closely the latest developments in Syria. We urge all sides to de-escalate and to ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure, as well as unhindered humanitarian access in line with international humanitarian law. We ⁠condemn the airstrikes by Russia on densely populated areas and its continued support to the Assad regime’s repression.

The latest escalation shows once again the need for a Syrian-owned political solution to the conflict in line with UNSCR 2254.