Agenda Item: Joint Communication on a Middle East Strategy, Including Supporting the Transition in Syria and Lebanon

The stability of the Middle East is not a distant concern; it is intrinsically linked to Europe’s own security, prosperity, and geopolitical responsibility. Decades of protracted conflict, political fragmentation, and economic fragility in the region have created ripple effects that extend far beyond national borders. Among the most urgent of these challenges are the fragile transitions unfolding in Syria and Lebanon, moments that carry both profound risk and historic opportunity.

The European Parliament stands at the forefront of shaping a coherent and principled European response. A comprehensive Middle East strategy must go beyond crisis management. It must reinforce democratic institutions, safeguard human rights, strengthen economic resilience, and promote long-term regional stability. Supporting political transition requires not only financial assistance, but strategic coordination, diplomatic engagement, and unwavering commitment to accountability and reform.

In times of transformation, hesitation can deepen instability, while decisive cooperation can lay the foundation for sustainable peace. The credibility of the European Union as a global actor depends on its ability to act with unity, vision, and resolve.

The choices made today will determine whether transition becomes renewal, or relapse into uncertainty. Europe must not merely observe change; it must help shape it.