The UN Security Council emphasized the need for calm and de-escalation in Syria, calling on all parties to respect the 1974 Disengagement Agreement and the country's sovereignty. It also stressed the importance of an inclusive political process led by Syrians.
The UN Security Council on Tuesday called on all parties to fully abide by the 1974 Disengagement Agreement concerning the “area of separation” in Syria , urging calm and reduced tensions. In a press statement, Council members reaffirmed their strong commitment to Syria ’s sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity.
They called on all states to respect these principles and urged Syria and its neighbors to mutually refrain from any action or interference that could undermine each other’s security. It further highlighted its support for the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) and its mandate, urging all parties to refrain from actions that might endanger the safety of peacekeepers or their infrastructure.The Security Council emphasised the importance of implementing an inclusive, Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process in line with UN Resolution 2254. The statement expressed support for UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen’s role to facilitate such a process, which would meet the legitimate aspirations of Syrians, protect their rights and allow them to peacefully, independently and democratically determine their futures. The Council also underscored the necessity of combating terrorism in Syria, stressing the importance of preventing groups such as Daesh from rebuilding their capabilities or finding safe havens within the country. Reiterating the obligation to respect human rights and international humanitarian law, the statement called for unhindered humanitarian access and urged the international community to increase support for the UN and other humanitarian organisations assisting civilians across Syria
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