Ammon News - The EU condemned attacks by remnants of the former Bashar Assad regime on Syrian government forces.

"The European Union strongly condemns the recent attacks, reportedly by pro-Assad elements, on interim government forces in the coastal areas of Syria and all violence against civilians," Anitta Hipper, lead spokesperson for the EU’s foreign affairs and security, said in a statement

Urging all external actors to fully respect the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of Syria, the statement said: "The EU condemns any attempts to undermine stability and the prospects for a lasting peaceful transition, inclusive and respectful of all Syrians in their diversity."

"Civilians have to be protected in all circumstances in full respect of international humanitarian law," it added.