Ahmad Baccora, Coordinator of the Refugee Affairs Working Group in the Syrian Opposition Coalition (SOC), has called upon European Union countries and other international bodies to transcend narrow political definitions regarding the Syrian refugee file. Baccora emphasized that “safety” is not merely a political classification but a daily reality experienced by individuals.
Highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by Syrians seeking asylum abroad, Baccora underscored that these attempts indicate a perception of the Assad regime as an imminent danger. He urged the international community to consider the complex reality on the ground and not overlook the daily difficulties faced by civilians.
Expressing concern over Cyprus’s recent request to the European Union Commission to deem Syria a safe country, Baccora raised questions about the interpretation of “safety” and its application in the Syrian context. He asserted that the refugee problem is a consequence rather than the cause, attributing it to the persistent intransigence of the Assad regime and its detrimental impact on the country and its people. He stressed that resolving the Syrian refugee crisis requires finding a solution that addresses the root causes for which the Syrian people revolted. These causes, of a political nature, aim to restore their human and constitutional rights through the full and strict implementation of Security Council Resolution 2254.
Baccora called for a comprehensive approach to the Syrian issue, considering political, military, security, and human rights aspects. He urged European Union countries and other international bodies to collaborate in supporting the Syrian people towards achieving a just solution and lasting peace, urging a departure from narrow international political perspectives.
Emphasizing the urgency of a multifaceted approach to the Syrian crisis, Baccora stressed the importance of not overlooking the daily challenges faced by Syrian civilians. He asserted that effective and sustainable solutions require international solidarity and a balanced, informed response to the reality on the ground.
(Source: SOC’s Media Department)
