UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said on Friday that the Secretary-Basic “has been monitoring with alarm the experiences of violence within the suburbs of Damascus and within the south of Syria, together with experiences of civilian casualties and assassination of native administration figures.”
Greater than 100 individuals have reportedly been killed in latest days throughout clashes with sectarian overtones, together with in Suweyda governorate.
Name for restraint
Mr. Dujarric mentioned the Secretary-Basic condemns all violence in opposition to civilians, together with acts which might danger inflaming sectarian tensions.
On this context, the UN chief additionally condemned Israel’s violation of Syria’s sovereignty, together with the most recent airstrike close to the presidential palace in Damascus.
“It’s important that these assaults cease and that Israel respect Syria’s sovereignty, unity, territorial integrity, and independence,” the Spokesperson added.
The Secretary-Basic unequivocally referred to as on all involved to stop all hostilities, train utmost restraint and keep away from additional escalation.
He was inspired by intra-Syrian efforts to de-escalate the violence and preserve safety and stability.
Mr. Guterres took observe of the assertion by Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, which prioritizes “dialogue and cooperation throughout the framework of nationwide unity.” He additionally appealed to the interim authorities to transparently and overtly examine all violations.
Rights specialists’ warning
Specialists appointed by the UN Human Rights Council additionally warned that the latest surge in violence “is deeply troubling” for peace efforts in Syria
The Commission of Inquiry on Syria mentioned the combating, mixed with ongoing Israeli airstrikes, raises the danger of additional fragmentation and hurt to civilians.
Members famous that hate speech and incitement on social media are fuelling tensions, urging all sides to cease hostilities and decide to dialogue.
Whereas an area settlement has reportedly been reached between Damascus authorities and group leaders, the interim authorities stays chargeable for defending civilians.
The Fee additionally referred to as for credible investigations into alleged abuses.
“Impunity for grave violations has prior to now been a constant driver of Syria’s battle and should not be allowed to persist,” it mentioned.
“Solely by upholding the rule of regulation and making certain justice, accountability and reparations for victims and their households can Syria start to rebuild belief throughout its fractured communities.”
Unbiased voices
The Fee of Inquiry was initially established in August 2011 and its mandate has been persistently renewed, most recently in April.
The three Commissioners serve of their particular person capability and are unbiased from any authorities or group, together with the UN.
They don’t seem to be UN workers and don’t obtain cost for his or her work.
