AEFrench President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Syria this week to strengthen bilateral ties, economic cooperation, and discuss regional developments. A government official confirmed the visit to The National, though the French Presidency has not officially acknowledged it. This would make Macron the first EU leader to visit Syria since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's regime in late 2024. The visit coincides with the postponement of the opening session of Syria's new parliament, reportedly due to security concerns linked to Macron's arrival. The new parliament marks a significant shift in Syria's political landscape, transitioning from decades of autocratic rule under the Assad family. Meanwhile, recent bombings in Damascus have raised security concerns, including an attack near the Ministry of Justice that killed 10 people.
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