Syria is navigating a complex diplomatic landscape as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mediates indirect talks between Syria and Israel. These talks aim to de-escalate tensions, focusing on security, intelligence, and confidence-building measures. 
Simultaneously, French President Emmanuel Macron has signaled a potential shift in European policy, expressing his intent to push the EU and the U.S. to lift sanctions on Syria to bolster its struggling economy. Macron also advocated for a continued U.S. and international military presence in Syria to combat terrorist groups. These developments occur against a backdrop of internal strife, including clashes involving the Druze community in the Damascus suburbs and Suwayda province. Israel has conducted airstrikes, claiming to protect the Druze minority from pro-government forces, a justification rejected by the Syrian Druze community. 
Despite over 833,800 Syrians returning to the country since early 2024, 6.7 million remain internally displaced, highlighting a significant humanitarian crisis. These events unfold as Syria undergoes a political transition following the ousting of former President Bashar al-Assad, with Ahmad al-Sharaa now serving as interim president.
