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US Senate Resolution: Condolences and Continued Humanitarian Aid for Türkiye and Syria Earthquake Victims

The US Senate expresses solidarity with the victims of the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria and urges the government to continue providing humanitarian aid. The resolution ensures that US assistance, including the $85 million committed by USAID, is delivered to those in need, while strictly prohibiting any aid from benefiting the Assad regime in Syria. It also calls for the immediate cessation of violence in northern Syria to allow full access for aid organizations.
Key points
Confirmation of continued US humanitarian and financial support for Türkiye and Syria, including the deployment of search-and-rescue teams and $85 million in aid.
Requirement that aid to Syria must not violate sanctions or facilitate reconstruction efforts that directly benefit the Assad regime.
Urging the international community and the UN Security Council to open alternative border crossings to ensure aid reaches affected areas in Syria.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_76
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2023-02-16