Syrian Leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa Declines Handshake with Germany's Female Foreign Minister During European Delegation Visit
- Syrian Leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa declined to shake hands with Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock during her visit, opting instead for a gesture of placing his hand on his chest. This incident sparked criticism and confusion, particularly in the German media.
- Al-Sharaa's refusal highlights ongoing tensions in his ideological transformation from a jihadist militant to a political figure, as he navigates between his past and current roles in Syria's political landscape.
- Germany and France are offering technical assistance to Syria for drafting a new constitution, emphasizing the need for inclusion of diverse groups, including women and Kurds, in the country's transition.
- The visit marked the first by European ministers since rebels took control of Damascus, reflecting cautious engagement with the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham, which Al-Sharaa leads.
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