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On September 24, 2025, Ukraine and Syria marked a significant step in international diplomacy by signing a Joint Communiqué to restore their bilateral relations. This move illustrates Ukraine's ongoing efforts to stabilize and engage with Syria, as declared by President Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions fuel further developments in Syria as the Kremlin attempts to blame Ukraine for an alleged radioactive threat, raising international security concerns. These intricate international dynamics highlight Ukraine's crucial role in the Middle East and underline the necessity of strategic diplomatic dialogues to ensure regional peace and stability. The restoration of diplomatic ties with Syria could have a profound impact on regional politics and economic relations.

What led to Ukraine restoring diplomatic ties with Syria?

Ukraine decided to restore diplomatic ties with Syria to strengthen international cooperation and stabilize the region. The Joint Communiqué indicates both nations' intent to collaborate on diplomatic fronts, underlining Ukraine's strategic shift towards engaging constructively with Damascus amidst broader geopolitical challenges.

Why is the Kremlin blaming Ukraine for radioactive materials in Syria?

The Kremlin alleges that Ukraine is responsible for spreading radioactive materials in Syria as part of an info war tactic. The fabricated claim suggests containers with hazardous materials sourced from Ukrainian military stockpiles, and serves to deflect attention away from Russia's controversial actions, aiming to undermine Ukraine's international standing.

How has the US policy towards Syria changed in 2025?

In 2025, the US, under President Trump, shifted its policy by lifting sanctions against Syria. This policy change reflects evolving US geopolitical strategies in the Middle East, balancing challenges of regional security, humanitarian needs, and recalibrating diplomatic relations with Syria and its governing authorities post-Assad regime.

What does the Ukraine-Syria diplomacy mean for the Middle East?

Ukraine's rekindling of diplomatic ties with Syria could significantly impact the Middle East, fostering new alliances and opening avenues for economic cooperation and political dialogue. The sustained engagement could also contribute to regional peace, encouraging other nations to follow suit in diplomatic reconciliation efforts.

How have European nations responded to Syria's recent developments?

European nations have exhibited a cautious yet strategic response to developments in Syria, including easing certain sanctions to facilitate humanitarian aid and economic trade. The EU aims to foster stability and peace in the region, complementing efforts by countries like Ukraine to re-establish diplomatic and economic ties with Syria's new government.

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Russia's support helps Assad to fight his own people, - White House Russian military and economic support to Syria enables the Assad regime to continue its military campaign against its own people. 8 734 77 Previously in trend: War in Syria

Syrian forces responsible for chemical attack in Idlib on March 16, 2015, - UN UN investigators say Syrian forces were behind a chemical weapons attack on civilians in Idlib province in March 2015. 15 366 83 Previously in trend: War in Syria

EU may impose new sanctions against Russia if barbaric acts in Syria continue, - Merkel German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned Russia about the introduction of a new set of European sanctions in case it proceeds with air strikes in Syria. 4 908 71 Previously in trend: War in Syria Sanctions against Russia

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EU summit participants to call Russia to establish sustainable truce in Syria, Germany’s Merkel says The participants of the EU summit are going to call on Russia to extend the cease-fire in Syria to make possible the delivery of humanitarian aid. 2 534 28 Previously in trend: War in Syria

France, Germany could discuss anti-Russian sanctions at EU summit German Chancellor Angela Merkel said that she did not rule out discussion of sanctions against Russia at the upcoming EU summit. 6 088 10 Previously in trend: War in Syria Sanctions against Russia

Existing EU sanctions against Russia to be extended without doubt, MEP Harms says Member of the European parliament and President of The Greens–European Free Alliance group in the European parliament Rebecca Harms, known for her harsh criticism of Moscow's actions in Ukraine, believes that the European Union will extend sanctions against Russia. 6 002 47 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Moscow, Damascus announce eight-hour "humanitarian pause" in Aleppo on Oct. 20 Russian and Syrian military have declared an eight-hour cessation of violence to allow civilians, as well as the wounded, to flee the besieged rebel-held sector of Aleppo. 12 457 106 Previously in trend: War in Syria

European diplomats to directly blame Russia of Aleppo bombings, - Foreign Policy Overcoming a wave of reluctance to antagonize Moscow, European Union foreign ministers are poised to formally and explicitly berate Russia for supporting the Syrian government’s deadly assault on Aleppo, an attack that “may amount to war crimes.” 14 829 22 World

11 civilians killed in Syria as Russia launches air strike against Idlib At least 11 people were killed and 25 injured on Saturday when Russian fighter jets stroke an opposition-held neighborhood in Turmanin. 8 766 43 Previously in trend: Russian killer pilots in Syria

EU discusses extension of diplomatic sanctions against Russia, - Radio Poland The European Union is still debating stiffening of sanctions against Russia over its activities in Syria. The EU member states have reached no common stance so far. 6 750 31 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

"Some 600 Donbas militants left for Russia to fight in Syria," - State Border Guard Service About 600 Donbas separatists are going to take part in hostilities in Syria. 17 411 69 Previously in trend: War in Syria

Russia has no intention to wage war with US, - Lavrov Moscow is not going to fight with the U.S. or seize Syrian Aleppo in interests of Bashar al-Assad's army. 43 141 244 Previously in trend: War in Syria Russian aggression against Ukraine War

бомбардировка Russian military launch heavy air strikes on eastern Aleppo, - Reuters After several days of relative calm, the Russian warplanes resumed heavy bombing of rebel-held eastern Aleppo on Tuesday. 61 110 161 Previously in trend: War in Syria

путин Putin postpones his visit to France on Sept. 19, - Reuters The Kremlin has decided that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not come to Paris next week after declining to meet President Francois Hollande only for talks on Syria - the latest deterioration in ties between Moscow and the West. 100 083 327 Previously in trend: War in Syria

France may demand trial of Russia over war crimes in Syria, - Hollande French President Francois Hollande says Russia could face war crimes charges over its bombardment of Syria's second largest city Aleppo. 18 578 107 Previously in trend: War in Syria Russian aggression against Ukraine War

штайнмайер US-Russia tensions more dangerous than in Cold War times, - Steinmeier Tensions between Washington and Moscow have created a situation that is "more dangerous" than the Cold War. 68 681 263 World

Syrian opposition called on EU to introduce sanctions against Russia due to war crimes The Syrian opposition has called on the European Union to introduce sanctions against Russia due to war crimes committed by the state. 11 948 95 Previously in trend: Russian killer pilots in Syria

Russia's Duma unanimously approved indefinite aircraft deployment in Syria State Duma, the lower house of Russia’s parliament, has ratified a Russian-Syrian agreement on the indefinite deployment of Russia’s air task force in Syria. 33 914 209 Previously in trend: War in Syria

Russia, Assad's bombardments fall within war crimes domain, Kerry says Head of the U.S. Department of State John Kerry believes the actions of Russia and Syria's President Assad should be treated as war crimes. 26 970 211 Previously in trend: War in Syria

US to negotiate Donbas with Russia despite friction over Syria, - Department of State The U.S. is set to continue talks with Russia to resolve the situation in the Donbas despite split over the conflict in Syria. 5 867 17 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

санкции Germany considers expansion of EU sanctions against Russia over its behavior in Syria, - The Wall Street Journal Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government is considering a push for European sanctions against Russia in response to its behavior in Syria. 22 920 29 Previously in trend: War in Syria Sanctions against Russia

Putin’s behavior in Syria and Ukraine has entered the realm of war crimes, - The New York Times The West cannot just keep turning the other cheek to Putin. It should give him a dose of his own medicine. 150 871 370 World

"It should end and it should end fast," - Trump on Russia in Syria Presidential republican nominee Donald Trump has accused Russia of breaking the deal on cease-fire in Syria. 31 099 131 World

Security Council veto should be limited, UN human rights commissioner says UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’ad al-Hussein is calling for limits on the use of the veto power by the UN Security Council’s five permanent members that allows them to block any UN resolution. 13 822 90 Previously in trend: War in Syria

Russian embassy in Syrian Damascus mortared The Russian embassy in Damascus, Syria came under mortar shelling Oct. 3. No casualties are reported. 23 089 85 Incidents

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госдеп сирия россия Washington quits cooperation with Russia on Syria, - US Department of State The United States on Monday suspended talks with Russia on trying to end the violence in Syria and accused Moscow of not living up to its commitments under the cease-fire agreement. 54 923 195 Previously in trend: War in Syria Russian aggression against Ukraine War

"Those who want to combat terrorists do not attack hospitals," - Steinmeier on bombings of Aleppo Minister for Foreign Affairs of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier says the bombing of Aleppo must finally stop. 28 072 124 World

US may impose additional sanctions against Russia if Syria diplomacy fails The U.S. government may impose additional sanctions against Russia as one of the valid options if the Syrian diplomatic process fails. 17 399 108 Previously in trend: War in Syria

сша Russia fails to live up to its commitments, - White House Diplomatic cooperation between the United States and Russian Federation on settling of the conflict in Syria has not reached its goals. 54 619 185 Previously in trend: War in Syria

US to suspend talks with Russia on Syria, Kerry says The United States is on the verge of suspending talks with Russia on cease-fire deal implementation to end the violence in Syria. 55 982 148 Previously in trend: War in Syria

санкции U.S. might introduce additional economic sanctions against Russia, - White House The White House says more economic sanctions against Russia due to Syria developments are possible. 20 953 64 Previously in trend: War in Syria

оружие сирия US Envoy Power at UN accuses Russia of 'barbarism' US envoy Samantha Power has accused Russia of spreading false information about Syria and accused Moscow of 'barbarism.' 68 733 285 Previously in trend: War in Syria

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Russia's air strikes left Aleppo 'without water' Intensified attacks on the Syrian city of Aleppo have left nearly two million people without water. 10 760 51 Previously in trend: War in Syria

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Cease-fire takes effect in Syria, - Reuters A nationwide cease-fire brokered by the United States and Russia came into effect in Syria on Monday evening. 4 756 25 Previously in trend: War in Syria Russian aggression against Ukraine War

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G7 to cooperate with Moscow when progress reached in Donbas and Syria, - Steinmeier Russia might return to G8 next year if it demonstrates significant progress in compliance with the Minsk agreements in the Donbas and the cease-fire in Syria. 7 957 20 Previously in trend: War in Syria Russian aggression against Ukraine

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American and Russian military have no agreements on Syria, - Pentagon The U.S. and Russia have yet to finalize an agreement on coordinated efforts in Syria. 14 644 59 Previously in trend: War in Syria Russian aggression against Ukraine War

ракета пуск Russian Defense Ministry published video of missile launches against Syria from Mediterranean Sea. VIDEO Missile ships Zeliony Dol and Serpukhov performed launches of Kalibr cruise missiles against facilities in Syria. 47 889 190 Previously in trend: War in Syria

омран Covered in blood and dust: photo of 5-year-old Syrian boy wounded in airstrike on Aleppo stirs up Internet. PHOTO The air strike was allegedly committed by Russian or Assad's forces. 122 630 178 World

Ukrainian Embassy in Syria urgently evacuates Ukrainians from Aleppo over evolving security situation The Embassy of Ukraine to Syria calls on Ukrainians to leave the area of combat operations in Aleppo as soon as possible due to the deteriorating security situation. 10 254 28 Previously in trend: War in Syria

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