EU Restores Ties with Syria, Lifts Sanctions on Key Ministers
The European Union foreign ministers have decided to lift sanctions on Syria's interior and defense ministers, marking a significant shift in relations. They have also agreed to resume improved trade ties with Syria, restoring a cooperation agreement suspended since the 2011 civil conflict under Bashar al-Assad.
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The European Union has made a significant diplomatic move by lifting sanctions on Syria's interior and defense ministers. This decision was articulated by EU foreign chief Kaja Kallas.
In a related development, the EU has also agreed to revive improved trade relations with Syria. The EU ministers decided to restore a cooperation agreement that was put on hold during the 2011 uprising against Bashar al-Assad, which escalated into a prolonged civil war.
This action by the EU marks a notable change in policy towards Syria amidst ongoing international discourse over its future relations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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