On my first visit to free #Syria, I am welcomed by President Al-Sharaa and Foreign Minister Al-Shaibani. Germany is supporting the Syrian people in rebuilding their country. Security and participation for all people in Syria are crucial to its success.- @aussenminister.diplo.de in Damascus

We aim for progress in EU- #Türkiye relations, e.g., by updating the customs union, visa liberalization & a strong joint agenda. Any progress must be based on democracy, human rights, rule of law & good relations with neighbors. 🇪🇺🤝🇹🇷 @aussenminister.diplo.de 5/5

🇹🇷 is important for Europe’s security: as a #NATO ally, a host for negotiations & guardian of the Montreux Convention. Russia’s aggression also targets NATO; we must continue to limit Putin’s ability to threaten us. @aussenminister.diplo.de 4/5

We also focused on #Syria. After years of oppression, we want to support the country’s political transition. All ethnic & religious groups should be represented and able to shape their future without outside interference. @aussenminister.diplo.de 3/5

We welcome the ceasefire in the #MiddleEast & the release of hostages. This achievement is a light in a very dark night. To keep it burning, we now need major effort & international cooperation. @aussenminister.diplo.de 2/5

#Ukraine can count on our full support. Anyone who wants to defend Europe’s security and freedom must keep Ukraine at the heart of our efforts. 🇷🇴 plays a key role as a transit country to #Moldova and Ukraine. @aussenminister.diplo.de 4/4