French FM says EU sanctions on Syria could be lifted swifly

PARIS - EU sanctions in Syria that currently obstruct the delivery of humanitarian aid and hinder the country's recovery could be lifted swiftly, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot told public radio France Inter on Wednesday.

He added that there were also ongoing discussions with EU partners about the possibility of lifting other sanctions, contingent on progress in areas such as women's rights and security in Syria.