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France raises flag at Damascus embassy, meets transition official


Published on 2024-12-17 13:00:54 - MSN
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  • France raised the flag on Tuesday over its embassy in Damascus 12 years after cutting ties with Syria's Bashar al-Assad amid the country's civil war, with its diplomats meeting an official from the transitional team,

The article from MSN discusses France's recent diplomatic engagement with Syria, marking a significant shift in its foreign policy towards the Assad regime. On March 13, 2024, France raised its flag at the embassy in Damascus, signaling the resumption of diplomatic activities. This move comes after years of severed ties due to the Syrian civil war and the Assad government's actions. French diplomat Brigitte Curmi met with Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Ayman Sousan to discuss the ongoing political transition in Syria, focusing on the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2254, which outlines a roadmap for peace including a ceasefire and political negotiations. This development indicates France's cautious approach towards re-engagement with Syria, aiming to influence the political process while addressing humanitarian concerns.

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