United Nations Warns of Collapse of Syrian Institutions and Calls for an Inclusive Political Process
December 14, 2024, 12:47 pm

United Nations Warns of Collapse of Syrian Institutions and Calls for an Inclusive Political Process

غير بيدرسن (أرشيف)

The United Nations envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, has urged external powers to intensify efforts to prevent the collapse of vital institutions in the country following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.

During his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the meetings being held in Aqaba, southern Jordan, Pedersen expressed his support for a "credible and inclusive" political process aimed at forming the next government. These meetings include ministers from Arab countries, Turkey, and the European Union.

Pedersen stated, "It is essential to ensure that state institutions do not collapse and to facilitate access to humanitarian aid as soon as possible," emphasizing that achieving these goals could restore hope to the Syrian people.

Aqaba, located about 325 kilometers from Amman, is hosting meetings to discuss developments in Syria, with the participation of the foreign ministers of the United States, the European Union, and Turkey, as well as representatives from Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Lebanon, Egypt, the UAE, Bahrain, and Qatar.

For his part, Blinken, during his tour of the region aimed at enhancing stability, called for the political process to be "inclusive" and to reflect the aspirations of all components of the Syrian people. He assured Pedersen in their meeting that the role of the United Nations remains "crucial" in providing humanitarian assistance and protecting minorities in Syria.

In his previous remarks, Pedersen focused on the importance of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham, which led the attack that resulted in Assad's overthrow, following the "positive messages" they have sent to the Syrian people. He considered that "the most important test" will be how they arrange and implement transitional arrangements in Damascus.

He also noted the potential for a "new opportunity" if the transitional process includes all groups and factions, which could lead the international community to reconsider the designation of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham as a terrorist organization.

It is worth mentioning that the conflict in Syria has led to the death of approximately 500,000 people, while half of the population has been affected and has been forced to flee or seek refuge abroad.

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