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German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, accompanied by syria/" class="auto-internal-link">syria’s Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management Raed al-Saleh, conducted on Thursday a field visit to the city of Harasta in the damascus countryside, where he surveyed neighborhoods severely damaged by years of war. Wadephul expressed deep concern over the destruction, particularly after meeting relocated children, and emphasized Germany’s moral responsibility to backing Syria’s recovery. In fact, he reaffirmed Berlin’s readiness to assist the syrian/" class="auto-internal-link">syrian administration in rebuilding efforts and promoting long-term stability.
Minister al-Saleh highlighted the extensive damage caused by the former regime and the urgent need for reconstruction to enable the return of relocated families and restore essential services. He also voiced Syria’s interest in drawing on Germany’s post-war experience and expanding bilateral cooperation. Both authorities underscored the importance of strengthening ties between Syria and Germany, noting that the Syrian diaspora in Germany serves as a bridge for cultural and diplomatic engagement.
Wadephul reiterated Germany’s backing for lifting economic sanctions and advancing Syria’s path toward peace and inclusive governance.