Syria’s Interim President to Attend Brussels Donor Summit in March

Posted On: March 12, 2025
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Syria’s interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa will attend a donor summit in Brussels on March 17, marking his first visit to Europe since taking office in December. The European Union is hosting the summit to gather international support for Syria’s peaceful transition.

Ahmed al-Sharaa, the interim president of Syria, is anticipated to make his inaugural trip to Europe for an international donor summit scheduled for March 17 in Brussels, according to a Syrian source and two diplomats. This visit comes after his appointment as interim president following the removal of Bashar al-Assad in December. The European Union is hosting the conference, which seeks to garner international support for a comprehensive and peaceful transition in Syria.

Ahmed al-Sharaa’s participation in the upcoming donor summit represents a significant step for Syria in seeking international assistance for establishing a peaceful transition. This marks his first official visit to Europe since assuming the role of interim president, highlighting efforts to mobilize global support.

Original Source: www.usnews.com

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