*New York, Monday - The A3+ group at the United Nations Security Council (Algeria, Somalia, Sierra Leone, and Guyana) expressed its "grave concern regarding the repeated violations of Syria's sovereignty by Israeli occupation forces," demanding "a complete end to the incursions of the occupation army into Syrian territory."*
Key Points:
On Israeli Violations:
Algerian Permanent Representative Amar Bendjama, speaking for A3+, condemned "in the strongest terms this aggression conducted in violation of international law, including the UN Charter"
Called for full implementation of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement
Reaffirmed that "the occupied Golan is Syrian territory under international law, as clearly stated in Security Council Resolution 497"
Demanded Israel's complete withdrawal from occupied areas and unimpeded access for UNDOF peacekeepers
Political Process:
Reiterated support for "a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process facilitated effectively by the UN"
Emphasized the need for "full participation of all Syrians, including women and youth" in determining the country's future
Security Situation:
Expressed concern about recent violence in As-Suwayda Governorate as evidence of ongoing fragility
Stressed the "urgent need for comprehensive national dialogue and reconciliation"
Welcomed the ceasefire announcement while calling for good faith implementation
Regional Stability:
Urged regional and international actors to "avoid making Syria an arena for confrontation"
Reaffirmed support for Syria's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity
Backed the UN Special Envoy's crucial role
Recovery and Development:
Called for intensified international efforts to ensure Syria's recovery
Emphasized that "sustainable peace requires sustainable development"