{"id":270203,"date":"2025-07-17T20:24:12","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T20:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/270203\/"},"modified":"2025-07-17T20:24:12","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T20:24:12","slug":"france-urges-israel-to-avoid-unilateral-action-reaffirms-support-for-syrias-sovereignty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/270203\/","title":{"rendered":"France urges Israel to avoid unilateral action, reaffirms support for Syria’s sovereignty"},"content":{"rendered":"

BRUSSELS<\/strong><\/p>\n

France on Thursday reiterated its commitment to Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, calling on Israel to refrain from any unilateral actions amid ongoing tensions in the Suwayda region.<\/p>\n

In a statement, the Foreign Ministry expressed “grave concern” over continued violence in Suwayda despite a disengagement deal reached the previous night, urging all parties to respect the ceasefire, ensure civilian safety, and restore humanitarian access.<\/p>\n

The ministry voiced support for Syrian transitional authorities and local leaders working toward a lasting agreement through dialogue. It also welcomed efforts to investigate abuses committed against civilians and called for those responsible to be brought to justice.<\/p>\n

“France reiterates its commitment to respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria and calls on Israel to refrain from any unilateral action,” it said.<\/p>\n

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot recently held talks with his Syrian and Israeli counterparts, as well as Jordanian officials and the US special envoy for Syria, to promote de-escalation, the ministry added.<\/p>\n

Clashes in Suwayda, Israeli attacks<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2060<\/strong>On July 13, small-scale clashes broke out between Bedouin Arab tribes and Druze armed groups in Suwayda.<\/p>\n

Dozens of soldiers were killed in attacks by Druze groups against security forces deployed to the area.<\/p>\n

After the clashes escalated, a ceasefire was reached between the parties.<\/p>\n

The ceasefire was broken shortly thereafter, and the Israeli army carried out attacks targeting Syrian security forces.<\/p>\n

On July 16, the Israeli air force struck the Syrian presidential compound, the General Staff Headquarters and the Defense Ministry in the capital.<\/p>\n

On the same day, a ceasefire was reestablished between the government and local groups in Suwayda, while Israeli warplanes carried out attacks on Damascus and Daraa.<\/p>\n

Since the security forces have withdrawn from Suwayda, it is estimated that hundreds have been killed in the fighting and Israeli attacks.<\/p>\n


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