Ministers had an exchange of views on Syria, Iraq and Ukraine. Concerning Syria, ministers agreed on stepping up efforts to support the UN-led political process and to improve the humanitarian situation on the ground. On Iraq, there had been a broad agreement on the need for further support to the reform and reconciliation processes, provide humanitarian assistance and continue the fight against ISIL/Da’esh. Ministers also had a discussion on the reform process in Ukraine and the EU-assistance. Furthermore, ministers had a working lunch with Jordanian Foreign Minister, Nasser Judah, where among other the EU’s support to Jordan with regards the migration crisis was discussed.
The Council also adopted conclusions on the Middle East Peace Process and Libya.
