**Ukraine Restores Diplomatic Relations with Syria, Zelensky Announces**
In a significant development, Ukraine has restored diplomatic relations with Syria. The move comes after a period of severed ties that began in 2022, when Ukraine broke off relations following the Syrian government’s recognition of Russian-occupied regions in Ukraine as “independent” territories.
Back in 2022, the government led by Syrian President Bashar al-Assad officially acknowledged swathes of Ukrainian territory under Russian occupation, a decision that led to a diplomatic rift between Kyiv and Damascus.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made the announcement during a meeting with Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinale Palace in Rome, Italy, on July 9, 2025.
This decision marks a notable shift in Ukraine’s diplomatic stance amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges and reflects evolving international relations in the region.
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