DAMASCUS, July 5: French President Emmanuel Macron is set to visit Syria, the Syrian presidency announced on Saturday, in what would be a landmark diplomatic visit as regional and international efforts to re-engage with Damascus continue.
The Syrian presidency confirmed the planned visit but did not immediately provide details on the date, itinerary or agenda of the trip. The French government has yet to issue an official statement on the announcement. If the visit proceeds, Macron would become one of the few Western leaders to travel to Syria in recent years, reflecting evolving diplomatic dynamics in the Middle East after years of isolation following the country's prolonged civil conflict.
The visit is expected to focus on regional security, counterterrorism, humanitarian assistance, reconstruction efforts and broader political developments in Syria. It also comes as several Arab nations have gradually restored ties with Damascus, while Western governments continue to weigh their engagement with the Syrian leadership
. France has long supported a political solution to the Syrian conflict while calling for accountability, humanitarian access and stability in the war-torn country. Any high-level engagement is likely to draw close international attention given the continuing geopolitical significance of Syria
Neither the Syrian presidency nor French officials have released additional information regarding the timing or expected outcomes of the proposed visit.
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