UK Sends New Aid to Terrorist Groups Controlling Syria
The UK government announced a new phase of aid to the Syrian government worth approximately £95 million following a meeting between British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad in Damascus.
According to webangah News Agency, SyriaS Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad met with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy earlier today in Damascus.
the two officials discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance dialog and cooperation across various shared areas of interest.
The UK government stated this visit marks the resumption of diplomatic relations with Syria after 14 years, representing the first trip by a british foreign secretary to Damascus as 2010.
Officials emphasized the visit underscores Britain’s support for Syria’s sovereignty in fulfilling its international commitments. The UK also announced £94.5 million in aid packages to assist with the immediate repatriation of Syrian citizens.
News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, Syrian News Agency, Al Jazeera