European officials: The fall of Assad’s cruel regime creates new opportunities

António Costa, President of the European Council, made an X post regarding events in Syria and the country’s former leader, Bashar al-Assad. “Assad’s dictatorship caused immense suffering. With its end, emerges a new opportunity for freedom and peace for all the Syrian people. This is also crucial for the broader stability of the region. The EU stands ready to work with the Syrian people for a better future,” Costa said.

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, made a similar statement. “The cruel Assad dictatorship has collapsed. This historic change in the region offers opportunities but is not without risks. Europe is ready to support safeguarding national unity and rebuilding a Syrian state that protects all minorities. We are engaging with European and regional leaders and monitoring developments,” the official stated.