Damascus-SANA
The Syrian government launched on Tuesday a comprehensive roadmap to address the situation in Sweida Governorate amid a declared support from Jordan and the United States.
During a joint press conference in Damascus, Foreign and Exbatraites Minister, Asaad Hassan al-Shibani, Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ayman al-Safadi, and US Special Envoy for Syria, Thomas Barrack, affirmed their full commitment to supporting this initiative, which aims to heal the governorate’s wounds, achieve development and consolidate national security, rejecting any foreign interference that would undermine Syria’s territorial integrity.
Al-Shibani: painful events in Sweida have left their mark on every Syrian home
Al-Shibani said that the painful events witnessed in Sweida have left their mark on every Syrian home, and that the Syrian blood is one.
He pointed out that the government has set a roadmap to heal Sweida’s wounds and rebuild what has been destroyed, to enhance national unity and achieve security and stability.
“The painful events that recently took place in Sweida Governorate did not leave their mark in Sweida alone, but in the heart of every Syrian home. Syrian blood is one, and the pain of Sweida is the pain of Aleppo, Damascus, Deir Ezzor, Homs, and all Syrian cities and villages, al-Shaiban said.
“However, as experience has taught us, there is no cure for those wounds unless we, the Syrians, sit together, heal our wounds with our own hands, rebuild what has been destroyed, and turn a new page based on unity, reconciliation and a shared destiny,” Foreign Minister said.
Al-Shaibani: A government roadmap outlines the path to unity, reconciliation and stability support
Al-Shaibani went on to say that the Syrian government has put a clear roadmap for action that guarantees rights, supports justice, builds trust, promotes social reconciliation and paves the way for healing wounds.
He said that this roadmap is supported by both the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the United States of America and includes a number of practical steps;
First: Holding accountable all those whose hands were stained by attacks on civilians and their property, in full coordination with the United Nations system for investigation and inquiry.
Second: Ensure the continued flow of humanitarian and medical aid without interruption.
Third: Compensate those affected, restore villages and towns and facilitate the return of displaced persons.
Fourth: Restore basic services and create conditions for a return to normal life.
Fifth: Deploy local forces from the Ministry of Interior to protect roads and secure the movement of people and trade.
Sixth: Work to uncover the fate of missing persons and return detainees and abductees to their families from all parties.
Finally, launch an internal reconciliation process involving all components of the governorate.
Al-Shaibani added that Syria has found a serious willingness from its brothers in Jordan and friends in the United States to provide the necessary support for these steps, whether through humanitarian aid or by mobilizing international support and funding.
He noted that this support complements national efforts and serves as a bridge that accelerates progress toward restoring security and stability in southern Syria.
Al-Shaibani added that what was announced today marks the beginning of a long process that will rebuild bridges of trust and unity among the people of one nation, prevent the recurrence of tragedies and restore peace of mind to every Syrian home.
He expressed hope that reason and wisdom will prevail, and that the national interest will prevail, because this initiative “does not serve the interests of one party over another, but rather it is for the benefit of all of Syria and for the good of all its sons and daughters, without exception.”
“We believe that Syrians, despite all their wounds, are capable of overcoming their pain and paving a new path for their children, one whose title is hope and joint action to build a secure and prosperous homeland for all its citizens,” the Foreign Minister said.
In response to journalists’ questions, Al-Shaibani emphasized that the Syrian state is the broadest umbrella for its people, and it is of its duty to facilitate the return of the displaced and restore trust among members of society so that they can return and coexist as they did before.
He pointed out that services will soon be restored to Sweida governorate and that the government is determined to restore normal life and eliminate any local or sectarian tensions that could disturb the province.
Al-Safadi Reaffirms Jordan’s Absolute Support for Syria in Reconstruction and Stability Efforts
For his part, Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi affirmed that his country stands completely with sisterly Syria in its reconstruction efforts, which guarantee its security, unity, stability, and the safety and sovereignty of all its citizens.
He pointed out that this firm position is clearly reflected in ongoing practical cooperation.
Al-Safadi said that Syria’s unity, stability, and security constitute a fundamental pillar of regional security and stability, and that all countries in the region stand with Syria in this national effort.
He explained that the security and stability of southern Syria is an extension of Jordan’s security and stability.
The Jordanian Foreign Minister expressed his country’s commitment to supporting the reconciliation process discussed by the Syrian Foreign Minister, based on principles that preserve Syria’s security, unity, and sovereignty, as well as the security of all the people of southern Syria.
He emphasized the need to overcome the tragic events witnessed in Sweida Governorate within the framework of the homeland, based on the principle that Syria is one country.
Al-Safadi stressed that the measures taken by the Syrian government, including an international investigation, holding perpetrators accountable, restoring basic services, and allowing humanitarian aid, must contribute to healing the wounds and rebuilding in a manner that ensures Syria’s security and unity.
Al-Safadi: We support Syria’s stability and territorial integrity, and we reject Israeli separatist projects
The Jordanian Foreign Minister stressed his country’s rejection of any interference in Syrian affairs, especially in southern Syria, considering it a direct threat to Jordanian security. He also affirmed his country’s rejection of Israeli attacks on Syria and its sectarian meddling aimed at destabilizing Syria’s security and stability.
Barrack: The United States is keen to supporting the Syrian government and seeks to enhance regional cooperation
For his part, US Special Envoy Tom Barrack affirmed the United States’ commitment to supporting the Syrian government, considering that Syria has a long history and a new, young government striving for prosperity.
“The steps taken by the Syrian government today are historic, and building trust is a process that occurs gradually and slowly but continues for many years,” Barrack said.
He added that the Syrian government, in cooperation with Jordan, is working to sponsor a roadmap that brings together the various components to arrive at a clear and comprehensive image. He noted that the United States has contributed to this effort to achieve the desired goal.
Barrack added that the period extending from December 2024 to today is short, but it has witnessed the construction of wide roads for future generations.
He considered that there are challenges and situations that will be addressed along the way, emphasizing the importance of designing a clear roadmap that guides future work.
Barrack pointed out that Syria today is building hope, trust, understanding and tolerance, expressing his country’s readiness to offer advice and learn from the lessons and mistakes of the past to help the Syrian people, conveying US President Donald Trump’s wishes for Syria’s success in its journey.
Barrack: We are working to provide the necessary support for Syria to “stand on its own feet”
In response to a SANA reporter’s question about the possibility of the United States providing humanitarian support to Syria and assistance with reconstruction, Barak said: “Certainly. On May 10, President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman made a decision to completely lift sanctions on Syria, which had been imposed for more than 20 years.”
Mazen Eyon
