Saudi Arabia Names Faisal bin Saud Al-Mejfel as Ambassador to Syria

• Saudi Arabia’s appointment of Faisal bin Saud Al-Mejfel as its ambassador to Syria signifies a significant shift in bilateral relations, marking the first such appointment in over a decade. This move comes amidst a period of thawing relations between the two nations following years of estrangement sparked by the Syrian civil war.
• The rift between Saudi Arabia and Syria emerged in 2011 amid the Syrian civil war, with Saudi Arabia backing rebel groups opposed to the Assad regime. Diplomatic ties were severed in 2012, leading to the closure of Saudi Arabia’s embassy in Damascus.
• The re-establishment of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Syria holds broader implications for regional dynamics. It may inspire other nations to pursue similar reconciliation efforts, potentially contributing to a more stable and cooperative Middle East.

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Published date : 28 May 2024 05:04PM