US EditionSyrian President Meets King Charles, Starmer on London Visit
Discussions focused on expanding cooperation in development, counter-terrorism, migration, and returns as Syria aims to rebuild post-Assad and strengthen ties with Western capitals.
- On Tuesday, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer received Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at Downing Street for his first official visit to the UK, marking a significant step in rebuilding bilateral ties.
- Diplomatic relations have slowly resumed following a 13-year closure, with Sharaa—leader of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham—seeking to strengthen ties with Western governments to bolster reconstruction efforts.
- Starmer and the Syrian leader discussed facilitating refugee returns and counter-terrorism cooperation, while both agreed that infrastructure regeneration is vital for Syria's economic transition.
- The leaders emphasized the need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions, though US President Donald Trump told the UK to secure the shipping route themselves and 'go get your own oil.'
- Despite the visit, rights groups and some European politicians have warned against premature normalization with the Syrian government, citing ongoing instability and concerns regarding governance and human rights.
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