Belgium urges respect for Syria’s sovereignty amid Israeli strikes
Belgium expressed "deep concern" on Monday over Israel's ongoing strikes and incursions in Syria, urging respect for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Belgian Foreign Ministry warned that these actions, which have reportedly caused civilian casualties, risk escalating tensions and destabilizing the region.
- Middle East
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 01:04 | 01 December 2025
Belgium on Monday voiced "deep concern" over recurrent Israeli strikes and incursions in Syria, stressing that Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected.
In a post on US social media platform X, the Belgian Foreign Ministry said the continued attacks, including "reports of civilian casualties" in Beit Jin, heighten tensions and threaten regional security.
"Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected," it added.
After the fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime in late 2024, Israel expanded its occupation of the Syrian Golan Heights by seizing the demilitarized buffer zone, a move that violated a 1974 agreement with Syria.
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