Syria: Statement by the Spokesperson on the report of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the July 2025 violence in Sweida

The report of the United Nations Commission of Inquiry, documenting serious violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law in Sweida in July 2025, is an important contribution to advance justice and the search for accountability in Syria.

The EU calls on all parties, including the Syrian transitional authorities, to swiftly and transparently implement the recommendations of the report.

All perpetrators must be held accountable, and justice delivered to the victims. Guarantees on non-recurrence of violations and measures to promote dialogue and trust are key for national reconciliation and for the success of the transition.

We welcome the access granted to the Commission of Inquiry by the Syrian transitional authorities enabling it to carry out investigations inside the country. We acknowledge the work of Syria’s National Investigation Committee.

The EU commends the long-standing documentation and independent investigations by the Commission of Inquiry of violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in Syria and today’s decision by the Human Rights Council to renew its mandate.

The EU remains committed to supporting a peaceful and inclusive transition in Syria, upholding the human rights of all Syrians without discrimination of any kind. The EU continues urging all external actors without exception to fully respect Syria’s unity, independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.