MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Clarification on the participation of HTS representatives at the conference of donor countries for Syria and condemnation of the ongoing violence – E-001103/2025

Question for written answer  E-001103/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Anna Maria Cisint (PfE)

The violence that erupted in Syria on 6 March has reached alarming levels with a horrendous massacre being waged against the Alawite Sect. Even the US Secretary of State has decried the situation.

It is somewhat disconcerting that the EU will host the ninth conference for donors to Syria, with not only civil society organisations participating but also government representatives, such as Asaad al-Shaibani and, according to some sources, even al-Jolani. Deemed one of the world’s most dangerous terrorists, this former al-Qaeda commander is accused of sectarian crimes and of wielding violence and persecution to consolidate his own power in Syria.

In light of the above, can the Commission answer the following:

• 1.Is it true that, in the midst of this humanitarian crisis, the decision has been taken to invite representatives of the HTS government to the annual gathering of donor countries?
• 2.Is the Commission aware that al-Jolani is accused of sectarian crimes and of having waged an extermination campaign against the Alawites?
• 3.Does it intend to speak out against the violence and bloodshed perpetrated by the Syrian Government against entire families, including women and children?

Submitted: 14.3.2025