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UK's David Lammy Confirms Diplomatic Contact with HTS Following Bashar al-Assad's Ouster

Dec 15, 2024, 05:12 PM

The United Kingdom has established diplomatic contact with the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the group that recently ousted President Bashar al-Assad in Syria. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy confirmed this development, stating that the British government has engaged with the new Syrian government led by HTS. This contact marks a significant shift in the UK's diplomatic approach towards Syria following the recent political changes in the region.