Resolution 2254.pdf

The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2254 on December 18, 2015, expressing grave concern over the Syrian crisis and its humanitarian impact. The resolution reaffirms commitment to Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and demands that all parties protect civilians. It endorses the Geneva Communiqué and the Vienna Statements as the basis for a Syrian-led political transition, and requests the Secretary-General to convene negotiations between the Syrian government and opposition. The resolution also calls for a nationwide ceasefire, and emphasizes the need for a ceasefire monitoring mechanism. It supports a Syrian-led political process, facilitated by the UN, to establish inclusive governance, draft a new constitution, and hold free and fair elections within 18 months. The resolution also reiterates the call to prevent and suppress terrorist acts by ISIL, Al-Nusra Front, and other associated groups.