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EU Agrees to Ease Syria Sanctions

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EU Agrees to Ease Syria Sanctions
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JAN 28
Above: European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas holds a press conference after the EU Foreign Ministers Meeting in Brussels, Belgium on Jan. 27, 2025. Image copyright: Dursun Aydemir/Anadolu/Contributor via Getty Images
story last updated JAN 29

The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

Lifting EU sanctions on Syria presents a critical opportunity for both Europe and the region. By removing these sanctions, the EU can support Syria's reconstruction, alleviate widespread poverty, and stabilize the economy. This would facilitate the import of essential goods, foster international investment, and encourage the return of refugees. In turn, this would prevent the resurgence of extremism, reduce foreign interference, and create a more peaceful and prosperous Middle East.

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Establishment-critical narrative

History has shown that the fall of one dictatorship often leads to chaos, with new regimes replicating or even worsening the old regime's abuses. While the fall of Assad is seen as a victory, the rise of HTS raises concerns. Before lifting sanctions, HTS must demonstrate that it is fundamentally different from the Assad regime — particularly in terms of human rights and governance. Without clear reforms, easing sanctions could perpetuate the cycle of authoritarian rule.

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