On the need for EU support towards a just transition and reconstruction in Syria
B-10-2025-0162
on behalf of the Verts/ALE Group · Rapporteur: Hannah Neumann, Rasmus Nordqvist, Katrin Langensiepen, Ville Niinistö, Maria Ohisalo, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Vicent Marzà Ibáñez, Saskia Bricmont, Mounir Satouri, Erik Marquardt, Nicolae Ştefănuță
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This resolution addresses the situation in Syria after the fall of the Assad regime, covering political transition, human rights, sanctions, humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and refugee protection.¶¶¶ It calls for EU support for a Syrian-led transition, inclusive governance, protection of civilians, accountability for crimes, and lifting sanctions that hinder reconstruction.¶¶ It also addresses the need to ensure safe and voluntary returns for refugees, and to maintain support for host countries and UNRWA.¶¶¶
Key points
- Welcomes the fall of the Assad regime and supports a Syrian-led political transition in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2254.¶¶
- Calls on the Commission to strengthen Syrian civil society, especially women-led initiatives, with direct funding.¶¶¶
- Urges the interim government to ensure inclusive governance, protect fundamental freedoms, and release unlawfully detained persons.¶¶¶
- Condemns military aggression by Türkiye and Israel, and calls for respect for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.¶¶¶
- Calls for the EU to support evidence preservation, transitional justice, and accountability for crimes, including through the ICC.¶¶¶
- Welcomes the suspension of EU sanctions on key economic sectors and calls for lifting all sanctions that hinder humanitarian aid and reconstruction.¶¶¶
- Calls for increased humanitarian and development aid, including EUR 235 million in new support, and for reconstruction efforts led by Syrians.¶¶¶
- Urges Member States to reverse suspensions of asylum applications and ensure that any return of refugees is voluntary, safe, and dignified.¶¶¶
- Calls for allowing Syrian refugees to travel temporarily to Syria without losing protection status, and for maintaining support to host countries.¶¶¶
- Calls for continued support for UNRWA and Palestinian refugees in Syria.¶
Who is affected
- Syrian civil society, particularly women-led groups, will benefit from direct EU funding and inclusion in political processes.¶¶¶
- Syrian refugees and asylum seekers in the EU and neighboring countries are affected by calls to reverse asylum suspensions and ensure safe returns.¶¶¶
- Türkiye, Lebanon, and Jordan are urged to adhere to international law regarding returns and to continue hosting refugees.¶¶
- The interim government of Syria is called upon to implement reforms, ensure inclusivity, and cooperate with international bodies.¶¶¶
- EU institutions and Member States are tasked with adjusting sanctions, providing aid, and supporting reconstruction and justice efforts.¶¶¶
Figures and deadlines
- EUR 235 million in new humanitarian support to Syrians.¶
- Over 90% of Syrians live below the poverty line.¶
- At least 13 million Syrians are unable to access or afford enough quality food.
- At least 16.5 million Syrians require humanitarian aid.
- Less than 10% of the USD 1.2 billion needed for humanitarian response has been secured.¶
- Over 25,000 people displaced from Manbij and eastern Aleppo.¶
- Over 1.3 million Syrian asylum seekers and refugees in EU Member States.¶
- More than 400,000 Palestinian refugees in Syria depend on UNRWA.¶