Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held discussions in Damascus with Syria's new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa. The visit signals Ukraine's efforts to deepen security and military cooperation across the Middle East.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks in Damascus on Sunday with Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, as Kyiv pushes to deepen security ties across the Middle East amid its ongoing war with Russia. Arriving alongside Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Zelensky’s visit signals a bid to secure military cooperation and bolster regional partnerships following a whirlwind diplomatic tour.