Press Releases
Recent Developments in Syria
(Statement by Press Secretary KITAMURA Toshihiro)
March 14, 2025
- Japan has been closely monitoring the series of developments in Syria with grave interest, including positive steps toward reconciliation among various factions as well as the violence in the coastal area.
- Japan is concerned about the deterioration of the humanitarian situation with many casualties including civilians, and strongly urges all parties concerned to immediately cease violence and comply with international law including international humanitarian law.
- Japan calls for all parties to play a constructive role in promoting comprehensive political settlement and national reconciliation, through dialogue among the Syrian people, in order to achieve a peaceful and stable transition.