Statement by the EU HR Catherine Ashton, on the extension of restrictive measures against the Syrian regime

EUROPEAN UNION

Brussels, 2 September 2011

A 345/11

Statement by the High Representative Catherine Ashton,

on the extension of restrictive measures against the Syrian regime

Catherine Ashton, the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and

Vice-President of the Commission, made today the following statement:

“Today the European Union has adopted new restrictive measures against the Syrian regime. This

step is a direct consequence of the appalling and unacceptable escalation of the brutal campaign

the regime has been waging against the Syrian people, including by large-scale use of brute

military force. Our measures are targeted at depriving the regime of financial revenues and the

support base necessary for maintaining its violent repression. We aim our action at putting an end

to the bloodshed and assisting the Syrian people to achieve their legitimate aspirations.

The measures we have adopted today include a ban on the import of Syrian crude oil to the

European Union and a broadening of our approach to imposing an asset freeze and travel ban on

those benefiting from or supporting the Syrian regime. We are designating four additional

individuals and three entities in this context. The EU will consider further measures in the light of

developments to support the Syrian people."

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P R E S S

FOR FURTHER DETAILS:

Michael Mann +32 498 999 780 - +32 2 299 97 80 - [email protected]

Maja Kocijancic +32 498 984 425 - +32 2 298 65 70 - [email protected]

[email protected] www.eeas.europa.eu

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بيان الممثلة العليا كاثرين أشتون حول تبني الاتحاد عقوبات جديدة على النظام السوري ردًا على التصعيد المروع لحملته الوحشية.