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French, German foreign ministers visit Damascus to meet Syria's new rulers


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, January 3rd 2025 at 17:20 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

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The article from MSN discusses a significant diplomatic event where the French and German Foreign Ministers visited Damascus to meet with Syria's new leadership. This visit marks a notable shift in Western engagement with Syria, following years of isolation due to the ongoing civil war and human rights concerns. The ministers' agenda included discussions on the political situation in Syria, the potential normalization of relations, and addressing the humanitarian crisis. The visit comes at a time when there are increasing calls for dialogue with the Syrian government to manage issues like refugee returns, counter-terrorism, and the influence of foreign powers in the region. However, the visit has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that it might legitimize the Assad regime without sufficient concessions on human rights and political reforms.

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