Greece denounces Turkey’s attacks on Syria’s Tishreen Dam at the UN, stressing the danger to civilians and regional stability.In a statement delivered at the United Nations, Greece condemned recent attacks by Turkey and its affiliated mercenaries (SNA) in northern Syria, with a particular focus on the Tishreen Dam, a facility of critical importance to the region’s civilian population.
“We condemn the attacks in northern and northeastern Syria, especially on the Tishreen Dam. The dam is vital for the area’s water supply,” stated Ambassador Evangelos Sekeris, Greece’s Permanent Representative to the UN.
The condemnation gains added weight as it addresses direct military aggression with grave consequences for civilians and essential infrastructure. The Tishreen Dam is one of Syria’s key sources of water and electricity, and any targeting of such a facility poses serious humanitarian and environmental risks.
Ambassador Sekeris further emphasized that “Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected by all parties,” reiterating Athens’ firm support for a unified, peaceful, and secure Syria.
Addressing the recent atrocities in coastal regions, Sekeris highlighted the urgent need for an inclusive political transition and the building of transitional justice institutions as foundational steps toward sustainable peace.
He also reiterated Greece’s ongoing solidarity with the Syrian people, citing the country’s active role in the 9th Brussels Conference on Supporting the Future of Syria, as a concrete gesture of support.
Greece’s unequivocal denunciation serves as a clear message against Turkey’s unilateral military actions, which threaten regional stability and exacerbate the suffering of Syria’s multiethnic population. Sekeris’ intervention brings the issue to the international stage, reinforcing calls for adherence to international law and the protection of critical infrastructure.
