Global Powers Convene in Paris to Shape Post-Assad Syria's Future

Key discussions focus on governance, humanitarian aid, and lifting sanctions as Syria rebuilds after Assad's ouster.

French President Emmanuel Macron urged Syria's interim leadership to establish inclusive governance and protect minority rights at an international conference in Paris.
The European Union and Britain are moving to ease economic sanctions on Syria, with initial focus on energy, transport, and finance sectors, to support reconstruction efforts.
The U.S. foreign aid freeze is causing significant challenges for humanitarian efforts, particularly in displaced communities and camps in northern Syria.
Syria's interim government, led by Ahmad al-Sharaa, faces pressure to clarify its governance plans and address concerns about religious freedom, women's rights, and minority representation.
The fight against remaining Islamic State cells remains a priority, with calls for continued international cooperation to ensure regional stability.