Ukraine, Syria restore diplomatic ties after breakdown during Assad regime
Summary
Ukraine and Syria have reestablished diplomatic relations after a meeting between their leaders at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. This move comes after Ukraine cut ties with Syria in 2022 due to Syria's stance on breakaway regions in Ukraine. The two countries agreed to work together based on mutual respect and discussed areas for future cooperation.Key Facts
- Ukraine and Syria have restored diplomatic relations.
- The leaders met during the UN General Assembly in New York.
- Ukraine broke off ties with Syria in 2022 after Syria recognized two breakaway regions in Ukraine.
- A communique was signed to officially restore the diplomatic relationship.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa participated in the discussions.
- Talks included discussions on security threats and future cooperation areas.
- Syria's attendance at the UN General Assembly marked its first participation at the presidential level in almost 60 years.
- Syrian President al-Sharaa called for lifting international sanctions and shared plans for reform and elections in Syria.
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