In Syria, top UN envoy highlights international backing for political transition

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In Syria, top UN envoy highlights international backing for political transition

Special Envoy Geir Pedersen is on his second visit to Syria since 8 December, and told reporters in Damascus he had engaged with a broad spectrum of Syrians, including the caretaker authorities.

Mazen Alboni

Thousands of people gathered in Damascus to celebrate the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024.

Turn the page

Transitional justice was another key issue he raised, highlighting the calls for justice, accountability, and reparation across Syrian society.

These are necessary and fundamental if we are to safeguard a sustainable peace and social cohesion here in Syria,” he asserted.

In conclusion, Mr. Pedersen called for a new approach from the international community, stressing the need for solidarity and support.  

We now need to see a different international mentality and a new approach from the international community,” he said, addressing also the issue of sanctions, urging sanctioning states to reconsider their positions to help the emergence of a new Syria.

Ready to support

He reiterated the UN’s commitment to supporting Syria’s political transition.

“This will continue to be a Syrian-led, Syrian-owned process, where the international community and the UN are ready to support,” he affirmed.

We know what Syria can achieve and what they can do. The last six weeks have been a testament to the Syrian people’s goodwill and desire to unify and rebuild their country.

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