Macron visits Syria in first major western leader trip under new leadership

Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria marks a significant moment as the first major western leader to do so since the political shift in December 2024. This visit underscores the evolving dynamics in the region, especially as Syria's new leadership navigates post-conflict reconstruction. Macron's subsequent trip to Ankara for the Nato summit, where he will meet with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump, highlights the complex geopolitical landscape and the international community's growing engagement with Syria's new direction.