On January 27, EU foreign ministers will convene to deliberate possible sanctions relief for Syria, targeting areas such as travel restrictions and access to humanitarian aid. This meeting follows a series of visits from EU officials to Damascus, aimed at strengthening ties with the new interim government led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham members. While there are discussions to assist Syria's struggling economy, EU leaders caution that the new leadership must prioritize human rights and inclusiveness in governance, given HTS's controversial history and ongoing concerns about its past actions against civilians.
The EU foreign ministers' meeting aims to discuss easing sanctions on Syria, focusing on travel restrictions, oil exports, and humanitarian assistance to revive the economy.
Diplomats are concerned about the political trajectory of Syria's new administration, emphasizing the need for an inclusive government that respects human rights and minorities.
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