Preasráitis
Statement by the Tánaiste on the situation in Syria
Foilsithe
An t-eolas is déanaí
Teanga: Níl leagan Gaeilge den mhír seo ar fáil.
Foilsithe
An t-eolas is déanaí
Teanga: Níl leagan Gaeilge den mhír seo ar fáil.
"The regime of Bashar al-Assad was a brutal tyranny that maintained its grip on power through fear and repression.
"The end of the regime is an opportunity for the Syrian people to determine their future.
"This is a volatile moment. My hope is that calm can be restored, and that a peaceful transition of power is possible.
"I call on all sides to engage in an inclusive dialogue as provided for under UN Security Council Resolution 2254 and to work with the UN Special Envoy, Geir Pedersen.
"I urge those who have taken power to respect international humanitarian law, and ensure the protection of civilians and the human rights of minorities.
"Those who have influence in the region should use it constructively.
"All parties have a responsibility to ensure there is no return to violence or conflict.
"The people of Syria have suffered enormously over many decades and deserve a better future.
"The government will continue to follow the evolving situation in Syria closely."