Sanctions against Syria
Last evening, the European Union reaffirmed the package for applying sanctions against Syria.
The package presents a ban on the import of arms and other measures for uprisings in Syria.
In addition, the EU has prohibited 13 Syrian officials from entering the EU territory. Those officials are responsible for applying military force against peaceful residents in Syria.
The EU has also declared that Syrian President Bashar Asad is not included in the list of 13 persona non grata.
The anti-government protests began in late March after President Asad disbanded the government and appointed a new prime minister.
Despite the measures taken, anti-government demonstrations continue in Syria. According to data released by law-defense organizations, as a result of the disturbances, over 600 people have been killed and nearly 800 people have either been arrested or have disappeared.
