Russia’s Not Invincible — Just Look at Syrian Collapse, Says EU Top Diplomat

EU Leaders Eye New Chapter in Syria,⁤ Seek to Curb Russian Influence

brussels, Belgium – European union leaders are‍ cautiously optimistic about the recent upheaval in Syria, viewing it ⁤as an opportunity to diminish Russia’s military presence in the region. Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas,speaking after a meeting of EU foreign ministers,emphasized the bloc’s commitment to a rules-based ⁣international order ‍and its determination to counter “might⁣ makes right” approaches.

“Everyone is looking at ‍us in these developments that are going on in ⁤the ⁤world,” Kallas stated.”We ⁢see ⁣struggles between forces that want to have a world order where ‘might makes right,’ and then the ⁣EU,‍ where we want to ⁣have a world that is rules-based and … where those who have the powers cannot just take ⁢what they want.”

The collapse of the Assad⁣ regime, which ⁢Kallas described as a “positive development,” has emboldened⁢ the EU to consider working with Syria’s new leadership. A key objective, according ⁢to Kallas, is to explore avenues ⁢for closing Russian military bases within the country.

“It also shows the weakness of Assad’s backers, Russia and Iran,”⁢ Kallas added, highlighting ⁢the potential shift in power dynamics.

This move signals a potential turning point in the Syrian ‍conflict, with the EU seeking to leverage the changing landscape to reduce Russian influence⁢ in the Middle east. The success of this ⁣strategy hinges on the EU’s ability to forge a constructive relationship with Syria’s new leadership and navigate the complex geopolitical landscape.

EU Looks⁣ to Curtail Russian Influence Amid Syrian Upheaval

Brussels, Belgium – The recent turmoil in Syria has sparked cautious optimism among EU leaders who see it as a chance to curtail Russia’s military foothold in the region. ⁣Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, speaking after discussions with‍ EU foreign ministers, underscored the bloc’s dedication to a rules-based international order ‍and⁢ its‍ resolve to counter “might makes right” tactics.

“Everyone is looking at us in these developments that are going on in the world,” Kallas stated. “We⁤ see struggles between forces that want to have a world order where ‘might⁣ makes right,’ ‍and then the EU, ⁢where we want to have a world that is rules-based‍ and … where those who have the powers cannot‍ just take what they want.”

The perceived collapse of the Assad regime, described by Kallas⁢ as a “positive progress,” has emboldened the EU to explore collaboration with Syria’s nascent leadership. A primary objective, according to kallas, is to ⁢investigate avenues for shutting down ⁢Russian military bases within the country.

“It also shows the weakness ⁢of Assad’s ‍backers, Russia and Iran,” Kallas added, highlighting the potential shift in power⁤ dynamics.

This move signals‍ a possible turning point ⁣in ⁢the ⁣Syrian⁤ conflict, with the EU aiming to capitalize on the evolving situation to diminish Russian influence in⁣ the Middle East.

The success of this strategy hinges on the EU’s ability⁢ to foster a constructive relationship with Syria’s new leadership and navigate the intricate geopolitical landscape.