The engagement in Damascus represents a direct attempt by the Syrian government to secure concrete international intervention against Israeli strikes. While the visit focused on diplomatic dialogue, the trip drew criticism from some observers who characterized the diplomatic engagement with the Syrian leadership as inappropriate.
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Syrian Foreign Minister Urges EU Pressure on Israel During Kallas Visit
Geopolitics21 days ago
EU official Kaja Kallas traveled to the Syrian capital on September 29 to hold diplomatic talks with Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al Shaibani. During the meeting, Shaibani requested that the European Union move beyond expressions of concern and instead exert effective pressure on Israel to end its ongoing military attacks within Syrian territory.
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