Geir Pedersen, the UN Special Envoy for Syria, has called for robust and sincere political dialogue among all relevant parties to end the ongoing bloodshed and curb the activities of foreign-backed Takfiri terrorist groups in the country.
In a statement, Pedersen highlighted the recent escalation in violence, including attacks by terrorist groups in Aleppo province, which he said pose significant threats to regional and international peace and security.
“The recent attacks in Aleppo by terrorist groups have had grave implications for the safety of Syrian civilians and have seriously undermined international peace and security,” Pedersen said.
Call for Political Dialogue
Pedersen emphasized the urgent need for strengthened political dialogue among Arab nations, regional actors, and international stakeholders to resolve the Syrian crisis. He urged all parties to adhere to UN Security Council Resolution 2254, passed in 2015, which outlined a roadmap for a ceasefire and a political solution in Syria.
Terrorist Advances in Aleppo and Hama
The extremist group Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), along with allied factions, recently launched deadly attacks in Aleppo, seizing control of several areas. Following this, the militants advanced toward Hama province, further destabilizing the region.
Pedersen underscored the severe impact of these developments on Syrian civilians, noting that they have escalated security risks and exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in the war-torn nation.
International Implications
“The ongoing violence in Syria has created serious security challenges for civilians and has had far-reaching consequences for international peace and stability,” the UN envoy warned.
A Call to Action
Geir Pedersen urged all parties involved in the Syrian conflict to prioritize dialogue and cooperation, emphasizing that a political resolution is the only sustainable solution to the crisis. He called for immediate action to address the situation, stressing the need to end hostilities and alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people.
The statement comes amid growing concerns over the resurgence of extremist violence and its potential to destabilize the broader Middle East.
