Relations between France and Syria have a long and complex history. The contemporary relationship largely dates back to the French mandate (1923–1946) over Syria established in the midst of the defeat and subsequent Partition of the Ottoman Empire at the end of World War I.

Apr 14, 2018 · France intends to continue its work in Syria according to four inextricably linked and complementary strategies to sustainably resolve the conflict: 1. Continue to fight terrorism alongside our partners from the International Coalition against Daesh.

6 days ago · Macron noted France’s efforts to lift the sanctions on Syria, according to the statement. “Macron stressed his country’s endeavors to lift the sanctions on Syria and pave the way for growth and recovery,” the statement said. Sharaa thanked Macron for France’s “supportive stances” since the start of the Syrian civil war in 2011.

Feb 5, 2025 · Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa received an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron to visit France in the coming weeks, the Syrian president's office said in a statement on Wednesday.

Jan 16, 2025 · France plans to host an international conference on Syria next month to support the war-torn country's transition after half a century of Assad family rule, President Emmanuel Macron's office...

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Jan 3, 2025 · French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot met with Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch and All the East John X (Yazigi), in Damascus, Syria. While in Syria, Barrot and Baerbock visited the...

Dec 17, 2024 · France raised its flag at its Damascus embassy on Tuesday for the first time in 12 years and European Union officials prepared to engage with the new Syrian leadership, a sign of the growing...

Dec 17, 2024 · Visiting French special envoy for Syria Jean-François Guillaume said Tuesday, December 17, his country was preparing to stand beside Syrians after Bashar al-Assad's ouster by rebels this...

Dec 8, 2024 · France has called on rebel leaders in Syria to ensure “unity” in the country following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad, ending five decades of Baath party rule.