Overview
- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul made his first trip to Syria as part of a regional tour following talks in Jordan, with a visit to Lebanon planned.
- He said Germany is prepared to support reconstruction through humanitarian aid, demining operations and economic investment.
- Berlin tied any assistance to assurances that all citizens can live in dignity and security, regardless of gender, religion, ethnicity or social status.
- Talks in Damascus were planned with interim president Ahmed al‑Scharaa and Foreign Minister Asaad al‑Schaibani.
- The stop in Syria was initially kept secret for security reasons, and Wadephul emphasized that developments there carry direct and indirect consequences for Germany, including on migration.