**Ukraine Restores Diplomatic Relations with Syria, President Zelensky Announces**
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the restoration of diplomatic relations between Ukraine and Syria.
In 2022, Ukraine severed ties with Syria after the ousted Syrian leader, Bashar al-Assad’s government, recognized large areas of Russian-occupied Ukraine as “independent” regions backed by Russia. This recognition led to a significant diplomatic rift between the two countries.
President Zelensky made the announcement during a meeting with Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinale Palace in Rome, Italy, on July 9, 2025.
The restoration of diplomatic relations marks a notable shift in Ukraine’s foreign policy amid ongoing regional tensions. Further details on the implications of this decision are expected in the coming days.
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