(Reuters) – Following are reactions from all over the world to occasions in Syria.
Syrian rebels ousted President Bashar al-Assad and seized management of Damascus on Sunday, forcing him to flee and ending his household’s many years of rule after greater than 13 years of civil battle in a seismic second for the Center East.
EUROPEAN COMMISSION PRESIDENT URSULA VON DER LEYEN
“The cruel Assad dictatorship has collapsed. This historic change in the region offers opportunities but is not without risks. Europe is ready to support safeguarding national unity and rebuilding a Syrian state that protects all minorities.”
EU FOREIGN POLICY CHIEF KAJA KALLAS
“The end of Assad’s dictatorship is a positive and long-awaited development. It also shows the weakness of Assad’s backers, Russia and Iran.”
“Our priority is to ensure security in the region. I will work with all the constructive partners, in Syria and in the region.”
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT PRESIDENT ROBERTA METSOLA
“The Dictator has fallen. It is clear that Bashar al-Assad’s brutal 24 year rule of Syria is over as his regime lies in tatters.
This is a critical period for the region and for the millions of Syrians who want a free, stable and secure future. What happens in the next hours and days matters.”
IRAN FOREIGN MINISTRY
The ministry mentioned in assertion Iran respects Syria’s unity and nationwide sovereignty and referred to as for “the swift end of military conflicts, the prevention of terrorist actions, and the commencement of national dialogue” with all sectors of Syrian society.
Tehran mentioned it could proceed to assist worldwide mechanisms for pursuing the political course of, including that long-standing and pleasant relations between the Iranian and Syrian nations are anticipated to proceed.
ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER BENJAMIN NETANYAHU
The autumn of Assad, a serious hyperlink within the Iranian axis, is an historic day and a direct results of blows dealt to Hezbollah and Iran by Israel, Netanyahu mentioned.
“We will not allow any hostile force to establish itself on our border,” he added.
U.S. PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN
“President Biden and his team are closely monitoring the extraordinary events in Syria and staying in constant touch with regional partners,” the White Home mentioned in an announcement.
U.S. PRESIDENT-ELECT DONALD TRUMP
“Assad is gone. He has fled his country. His protector, Russia, Russia, Russia, led by Vladimir Putin, was not interested in protecting him any longer,” Trump posted on Reality Social. “Russia and Iran are in a weakened state right now, one because of Ukraine and a bad economy, the other because of Israel and its fighting success.”
RUSSIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY
The ministry mentioned in an announcement, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has left workplace and departed the nation after giving orders there be a peaceable handover of energy.
The ministry didn’t say the place Assad was now and mentioned Russia has not taken half within the talks round his departure. It mentioned Russia’s army bases in Syria had been placed on a state of excessive alert, however that there was no severe menace to them on the present time. Moscow is in contact with all Syrian opposition teams and urges all sides to chorus from violence.
IRAQI GOVERNMENT SPOKESPERSON
Iraqi authorities spokesperson Bassem Al-Awadi mentioned Iraq was intently following developments and reaffirmed the significance of not interfering within the inner affairs of Syria, or supporting one get together in favour of one other.
JORDAN’S KING ABDULLAH
King Abdullah mentioned Jordan revered the alternatives of the Syrian folks. He urged the avoidance of any battle in Syria that may result in chaos and pressured the necessity to defend the safety of his nation’s northern neighbour, based on an announcement printed by the Royal Hashemite Court docket.
FRENCH PRESIDENT EMMANUEL MACRON
“The barbaric state has fallen. Finally. I pay tribute to the Syrian people, to their courage, to their patience. In this moment of uncertainty, I wish them peace, freedom and unity,” Macron mentioned in a publish on X social media.
“France will remain committed to the security of all in the Middle East.”
UK PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER
“The Syrian people have suffered under Assad’s barbaric regime for too long and we welcome his departure.”
“Our focus is now on ensuring a political solution prevails, and peace and stability is restored.”
“We call on all sides to protect civilians and minorities and ensure essential aid can reach the most vulnerable in the coming hours and days.”
QATAR FOREIGN MINISTRY
Qatar’s international ministry renewed its name to finish the disaster in Syria alongside the traces of the 2015 U.N. Safety Council Decision 2254 which laid out the steps for a ceasefire and political transition.
The international ministry mentioned it’s following developments in Syria with curiosity and referred to as for the preservation of the unity of the state.
SAUDI ARABIA
Saudi Arabia has been speaking with all regional actors on Syria and is decided to do what is feasible to keep away from a chaotic end result for the nation, a Saudi official advised Reuters.
“We have been in contact with all actors in the region. We are in constant communication with Turkey and every stakeholder involved,” the official mentioned, including that the dominion was not conscious of Bashar al-Assad’s whereabouts.
FOREIGN MINISTRY OF EGYPT
Egypt has referred to as on all events in Syria to protect the capabilities of the state and nationwide establishments, the Egyptian international ministry mentioned.
The international ministry affirmed its assist for the Syrian folks and the nation’s sovereignty and unity.
TURKISH FOREIGN MINISTER HAKAN FIDAN
Syria has reached a stage the place the Syrian folks will form the way forward for their very own nation, in the present day there may be hope, Fidan mentioned in a press convention in Doha.
The Syrian folks can not do that alone. Turkey attaches significance to Syrian territorial integrity. A brand new Syrian administration should be established inclusively, there needs to be no want for revenge. Turkey calls on all actors to behave with prudence and to be watchful. Terrorist organisations should not be allowed to reap the benefits of this case. Opposition teams should be united. We are going to work for stability and security in Syria.
The brand new Syria mustn’t pose a menace to neighbours, it ought to eradicate threats. Any extension of the outlawed PKK militia can’t be thought-about a legit counterpart in Syria.
UKRAINIAN FOREIGN MINISTER ANDRIY SYBIHA
“Assad has fallen. This is how it has always been and will always be for dictators who bet on Putin. He always betrays those who rely on him. The main goal now is to restore security in Syria and effectively protect its people from violence.”
KONSTANTIN KOSACHYOV, RUSSIAN LAWMAKER
Syrians should deal with a full-scale civil battle alone, deputy chairman of Russia’s higher home of parliament Konstantin Kosachyov mentioned, the Interfax information company reported.
AFGHANISTAN TALIBAN ADMINISTRATION’S MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS:
“Afghanistan congratulates the leadership of the movement and the people of Syria on the recent developments, which have resulted in the removal of key factors contributing to conflict & instability.”
“The capital, Damascus, has come under control of Syrian people under the leadership of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham and we express hope that the remaining phases of the revolution will be managed effectively to establish a peaceful, unified, & stable governance system.”
U.S. PENTAGON OFFICIAL DANIEL SHAPIRO
“The United States will continue to maintain its presence in eastern Syria and will take measures necessary to prevent a resurgence of the Islamic State,” Deputy Assistant Secretary of Protection for the Center East Daniel Shapiro advised the Manama Dialogue safety convention in Bahrain.
Shapiro referred to as on all events to guard civilians, notably minorities, and respect worldwide norms.
GERMAN FOREIGN MINISTER, ANNALENA BAERBOCK:
“It is impossible to say exactly what is happening in Syria now. But one thing is clear: for millions of people in Syria, the end of Assad means the first big sigh of relief after an eternity of atrocities committed by the Assad regime.”
“Assad has murdered, tortured and used poison gas against his own people. He must finally be held accountable for this.
“The nation should not now fall into the fingers of different radicals – whatever the guise. We subsequently name on the events to the battle to stay as much as their accountability for all Syrians. This contains the great safety of ethnic and non secular minorities equivalent to Kurds, Alawites or Christians and an inclusive political course of that creates a steadiness between the teams.”
GERMAN CHANCELLOR, OLAF SCHOLZ:
“Bashar al Assad has brutally oppressed his personal folks, has numerous lives on his conscience and has pushed quite a few folks to flee Syria, a lot of whom have additionally come to Germany. The Syrian folks have skilled appalling struggling. The tip of Assad’s rule over Syria is subsequently excellent news.
“What matters now is that law and order are quickly restored in Syria. All religious communities, all minorities must enjoy protection now and in the future.”
ITALIAN FOREIGN MINISTER ANTONIO TAJANI
“We are calling for a peaceful handover between the fallen regime and the new reality, so for a peaceful rather than military transition. It seems to me that at the moment things are going in this direction,” Tajani mentioned in a press convention.
U.N. SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SYRIA GEIR PEDERSEN
Particular Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen underscores the clear want expressed by tens of millions of Syrians that secure and inclusive transitional preparations are put in place, an announcement mentioned.
He urged all Syrians to prioritize dialogue, unity, and respect for worldwide humanitarian legislation and human rights as they search to rebuild their society, including he stands able to assist the Syrian folks of their journey towards a secure and inclusive future.
“Today marks a watershed moment in Syria’s history – a nation that has endured nearly 14 years of relentless suffering and unspeakable loss… This dark chapter has left deep scars, but today we look forward with cautious hope to the opening of a new one—one of peace, reconciliation, dignity, and inclusion for all Syrians.”
U.N. AID CHIEF TOM FLETCHER:
“Events in Syria moving at remarkable pace. More than decade of conflict has displaced millions. Now many more are in danger.
We will respond wherever, whenever, however we can to support people in need, including reception centres – food, water, fuel, tents, blankets”.
