International Donors Pledge $6.5 Billion to Support Syria's Reconstruction
The aid aims to bolster Syria's political transition and address urgent humanitarian and economic challenges after 14 years of civil war.
- The European Union pledged 2.5 billion euros for 2025-2026, urging other nations to increase contributions to Syria's recovery efforts.
- Syria's new government faces the challenge of consolidating control over divided territories and rebuilding its shattered infrastructure and economy.
- Security concerns persist, with recent sectarian violence killing hundreds of civilians and raising doubts about long-term stability.
- Syria's foreign minister has called for the lifting of Western sanctions, citing their impact on humanitarian and economic recovery efforts.
- The United Nations estimates that rebuilding Syria will cost between $250 billion and $400 billion, far exceeding current international aid commitments.