13 juin 2025|
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|6 months agoSwiss Parliament Strengthens Protection for Syrian Minorities
Cross-party motion calls for enhanced diplomatic efforts to protect ethnic and religious minorities in Syria
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- Swiss Parliament passed a motion to protect minorities in Syria with 123 votes to 54
- The motion instructs the Federal Council to use foreign policy instruments to protect ethnic and religious minorities in Syria
- Bashar al-Assad fell from power in December 2024, replaced by interim president Ahmad al-Chareh in January
- Switzerland lifted some sanctions against Syria in March 2025
By The Numbers
123
votes in favor of the motion
54
votes against the motion
They Said
"The Federal Council is instructed to use, in a neutral manner, all the foreign policy instruments at its disposal to guarantee the protection of ethnic and religious minorities in Syria"
"Small steps can also make a real difference"
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Swiss Parliament Approves Minority Protection Motion
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Cross-Party Support and Opposition Views
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Context: Syrian Political Transition
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