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Macron’s visit to Syria marked a milestone in bilateral relations and cooperation

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Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 10, 2026
Syria marks landmark week with diplomatic gains and strategic partnerships
Damascus, July 10 (SANA) Syria witnessed a series of major diplomatic, political, and security developments over the past week, highlighted by French President Emmanuel Macron‘s visit to Damascus, a move that opened a new chapter in Syrian-French relations and expanded cooperation across multiple sectors. The week also saw the U.S. begin legal procedures to remove []
Al-Monitor
· Jul 5, 2026
French President Macron to visit Syria, Syrian presidency says
July 5 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Syria to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest, Syria's presidential media directorate said on Sunday.Macron, accompanied by a delegation of investors and representatives from French companies, will hold a roundtable session with President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Syrian delegations.The directorate gave no date for the visit. (Reporting by Tala Ramadan; Editing by Joe Bavier)
The Jerusalem Post
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions heard in Damascus, reasons unknown, witness says
French President Emmanuel Macron is currently visiting the Syrian capital.
Nowlebanon
· Jul 3, 2026
Syria’s message to Beirut: More than a diplomatic visit
Beirut, Lebanon. Photo by JOSEPH EID / [] The post Syria’s message to Beirut: More than a diplomatic visit appeared first on Nowlebanon.
Sweden Herald
· Jul 5, 2026
Syria says Macron to visit soon in first Western European leader trip since 2024
Syria says Macron to visit soon in first Western European leader trip since 2024
Hindustan Times
· Jul 7, 2026
Syria blast: Twin explosions hit Damascus after blasts heard near hotel housing French President Macron
Syria blast: Macron's visit makes him the first leader from the European Union to visit Syria since the fall of the Assad regime in 2024.
Intel Slava
· Jul 5, 2026
[Photo] 🇫🇷🇸🇾⚡️ — Macron to visit Syria as the first Western leader since Assad’s ouster, Dama [...]
— Macron to visit Syria as the first Western leader since Assad’s ouster, Damascus says, AP reports. Macron will be accompanied by French investors and company representatives, per SANA news agency citing al-Sharaa’s office — no date confirmed, though Macron is set to attend a NATO summit in Ankara Tuesday and Wednesday.@IntelSlava
AzerNews
· Jul 5, 2026
Macron to visit Syria with business delegation
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Syria with a business delegation, the Syrian Presidency said Sunday, without specifying when the trip would take place, AzerNEWS reports.
Reuters
· Jul 7, 2026
LIVE: French President Emmanuel Macron visits Syria
French President Emmanuel Macron visits Syria, where he meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, being the first leader of an EU country to visit since President Bashar al-Assad was deposed in 2024. Two bombs exploded near the Damascus hotel where Macron held meetings on July 7, Syrian state media said, but the French president's office said he did not hear the explosions. #france #macron #syria #damascus #alassad #alsharaa #EU #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/
TASS
· Jun 22, 2026
Top Omani diplomat discusses security in Strait of Hormuz with Iranian officials
The sides also discussed bilateral relations, principles of good neighborliness, and recent developments in the Middle East
DutchNews.nl
· Jun 25, 2026
Dutch ministers visit Syria to discuss refugee returns
Foreign affairs minister Tom Berendsen and asylum minister Bart van den Brink have travelled to Damascus to meet Syrian president...
Sada Elbalad
· Jul 7, 2026
Macron Visits Damascus, Commits to a Sovereign & Unified Syria
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that his visit to Damascus is to reaffirm France's commitment to standing alongside the Syrian people for a sovereign, unified Syria in its pluralism, enjoying peace with its neighbors, the German Press Agency (dpa) reported, citing Syria TV.
Daily News Egypt
· Jul 7, 2026
Macron, Al-Sharaa launch strategic partnership as Damascus blasts fail to derail landmark visit
French President Emmanuel Macron and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa on Tuesday announced a strategic economic partnership to support Syria’s reconstruction, as twin explosions in Damascus briefly overshadowed Macron’s historic visit but failed to disrupt a programme focused on investment and rebuilding. Speaking at a joint press conference in the Syrian capital, Al-Sharaa said Syria was [] The post Macron, Al-Sharaa launch strategic partnership as Damascus blasts fail to derail landmark visit first appeared on Dailynewsegypt.
Off The Press
· Jul 5, 2026
Macron will visit Syria as the first Western leader since Assad’s ouster, Damascus says
French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Syria soon, Syrian state media said Sunday, making him the first Western leader to arrive in the country since the ouster of former President Bashar Assad in 2024. Macron hosted Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, the former Islamist leader who seized power in Damascus, in Paris in May 2025, and []...Click to read more
Anadolu Agency
· Jul 4, 2026
Qatari prime minister receives Syrian foreign minister in Doha
Talks focus on bilateral ties, latest developments in Syria, Qatari support for reconstruction
World Israel News
· Jul 6, 2026
Macron heads to Syria in historic post-Assad visit
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to make a landmark visit to Syria, becoming the first Western European leader to travel to Damascus since the fall of Bashar al-Assad and the rise of President Ahmed al-Sharaa. The high-profile trip marks a dramatic shift in Western policy toward Syria’s new leadership after years of diplomatic isolation [] The post Macron heads to Syria in historic post-Assad visit appeared first on World Israel News.
UrduPoint
· Jul 6, 2026
Macron begins landmark visit to Syria as Al Sharaa announces reconstruction agreements
Macron begins landmark visit to Syria as Al Sharaa announces reconstruction agreements
Arutz Sheva
· Jul 5, 2026
Macron set for historic Syria visit, boosting post-Assad regime
French President Emmanuel Macron will soon visit Syria, making him the first Western leader to travel there since the 2024 collapse of the Bashar Al-Assad regime.
Qatar News Agency
· Jul 7, 2026
Syria's President: French President's Visit to Damascus Important Development in Relations
Damascus, July 06 (QNA) - Syrian President Ahmed Al Sharaa said Monday that the visit of his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron to Damascus represents an important development in relations between the two countries.
Hananya Naftali
· Jul 2, 2026
[Video] Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani delivered a joint statement in Beirut alongs [...]
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani delivered a joint statement in Beirut alongside Lebanon's leadership, saying Syria carries nothing but love, respect and cooperation for Lebanon and wants a new and prosperous relationship. It follows reports that President Aoun was invited to visit Damascus, a notable Syria–Lebanon rapprochement.
The korea Herald News
· Jul 1, 2026
Netanyahu visits occupied southern Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday visited Lebanese territory occupied by the Israeli military, telling soldiers that Israel would not withdraw from the country's south as long as Iran-backed Hezbollah continued to pose a threat. It was the first visit by Netanyahu to occupied Lebanese territory since the Israeli and Lebanese governments reached a security agreement last Friday mediated by the US under which Israel will hand over two areas to Lebanon's Army. Our insistence i
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jun 30, 2026
Syria: UN Forces Visit Abdeen
Syria: UN Forces Visit Abdeen
BBC News
· Jul 7, 2026
Macron safe after explosions in Syrian capital during French president's visit
As reports of the blasts came in, state television said the Syrian president had welcomed Macron at the presidential palace.
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