France Welcomes Assad's Fall, Urges Unity and Peaceful Transition in Syria

Dec 8, 2024, 11:10 AM

France has officially welcomed the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on December 8, 2024, after more than 13 years of violent repression against his own people. The French Foreign Ministry issued a statement calling for a peaceful political transition in Syria that respects the diversity of the Syrian people and protects all civilians and minorities. The statement emphasizes the need for unity in Syria and a peaceful transfer of power, highlighting the historical significance of this day for the nation and its people.