**Ukraine Restores Diplomatic Relations with Syria, President Zelensky Announces**
In a significant diplomatic development, Ukraine has restored its diplomatic relations with Syria. This move comes after a period of severed ties following actions taken by the Syrian government.
Ukraine had broken off diplomatic relations with Syria in 2022 after the government of ousted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad recognized large areas of Russian-occupied Ukraine as “independent” regions backed by Russia. This recognition was seen as a direct challenge to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made the announcement during a meeting with Italian President Sergio Mattarella at Quirinale Palace in Rome, Italy, on July 9, 2025. The restoration of diplomatic relations marks a notable shift in Ukraine’s foreign policy amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.
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