President Donald Trump: “I expect all sanctions on Syria to be lifted. Erdogan and other regional leaders have requested this, and we will make a decision soon.”

Via @faredalmahlool.bsky.social

Video of Israeli aircraft dropping food and ammunition south of Sweida at the Kafr airstrip.
— Omar Alhariri
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Video of today’s funeral in Nawa city, Daraa, of those killed by invading Israeli forces.

Longer video:
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Foreign Secretary David Lammy responds on Syria’s interim constitution: “I recognise his concerns…”

The second question comes from Rt Hon Mark Pritchard MP, with concerns about Syria’s interim constitutional declaration.

David Lammy responds: “… Clearly the recent violence that we saw was incredibly horrific and alarming. We will continue to work with the new government as best we can to ensure the inclusive political decision that we all want to see.”

First question from Fabian Hamilton MP on recent sectarian killings.

During House of Commons Foreign, Commonwealth and Development questions today, two questions on Syria.

Opening remarks by Foreign Secretary David Lammy: