European Council President Antonio Costa and European Union (EU) chief Ursula von der Leyen visited Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus to express the EU’s strong commitment to Syria’s recovery, reconstruction, and civil peace. Costa highlighted the progress made after the fall of the Assad regime, offering hope to the Syrian people. The EU leaders pledged to enhance political and economic ties with the war-torn nation.
Both Costa and von der Leyen emphasized the EU’s support for Syria’s recovery and reconstruction during their visit to Damascus. They acknowledged the Syrian people’s journey from fear and silence towards hope and renewal. The European leaders had earlier attended the first-ever EU-Jordan Summit, reaffirming Jordan’s strategic importance in the region.
Costa and von der Leyen also met with King Abdullah II in Jordan to review the Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership signed a year ago. The EU reiterated its commitment to Jordan as a key partner in the Middle East and the Mediterranean. Von der Leyen underscored the importance of standing together amid growing geopolitical challenges.
Following their engagements in Syria and Jordan, the European leaders are scheduled to travel to Beirut to meet with President Aoun and strengthen the EU-Lebanon partnership. The discussions will focus on enhancing prosperity, security, and stability in Lebanon.
