The European Union has pledged over 2 billion euros to support displaced Syrians but has ruled out the possibility of them returning home due to instability under Bashar al-Assad’s regime. The EU-led donor conference aimed to address the ongoing 13-year-old war in Syria and support millions of refugees in neighbouring countries.
Jordan’s foreign minister expressed concerns about the international community abandoning Syrian refugees, urging for ways to facilitate voluntary returns. However, the EU remains divided on finding solutions as the economic and social burden on host countries escalates.
Despite hopes for refugees to return home, EU’s foreign policy chief stressed that safe conditions for voluntary returns are not currently in place, blaming the Assad regime for the lack of progress. The EU allocated funds to support refugees in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Jordan, and Turkey, emphasizing the importance of upholding international law.
The Syrian crisis remains overlooked amidst other regional conflicts, leaving millions of refugees in limbo. With funding decreasing and migration issues escalating, the EU faces challenges in addressing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Syria.
As the Syrian conference unfolds, the EU grapples with divisive migration issues and the looming European elections. With far-right parties gaining support, refugee support is a contentious issue that requires global cooperation to prevent further suffering among displaced Syrians.