Syria’s Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader, Ahmad al-Shara, met with UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen on Sunday in Damascus. The two discussed the country’s political transition, according to a statement released by local al-Watan Online news outlet.
The meeting marks a significant step in ongoing efforts to find a peaceful resolution to Syria’s prolonged conflict. Discussions focused on ways to advance a political process that could lead to stability and rebuild the nation after years of turmoil.
HTS, a prominent group in Syria, has been a key player in the region. Ahmad al-Shara’s engagement with the UN envoy signals a potential shift towards dialogue and cooperation with international efforts.
UN Envoy Pedersen has been actively seeking to engage with various Syrian factions to promote a political solution. His meeting with HTS leadership could pave the way for more inclusive talks that represent different voices within the country.
The Syrian conflict, which began in 2011, has had devastating effects on the population and infrastructure. International observers hope that such meetings will contribute to ending the violence and initiating reconstruction.
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Syria's HTS leader meets UN envoy on national political transition
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