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I introduced the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act several years ago as a response to what we saw in this room.

The citizens of the Western Balkans want a better future for their children, stronger and transparent democracy, accountable governments, and greater economic prosperity and security.

This legislation, passed into law last December, mandates the most sweeping sanctions on Assad's enablers.

We will continue to call out and hold accountable those who undermine the Dayton Peace Agreement or threaten the country's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and multi-ethnic character.