Foreign ministers from 11 Arab and regional nations—including Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Egypt—convened in Amman for a two-day summit focused on Syria’s future.

The summit concluded with a resounding joint declaration supporting the sovereignty, unity, and reconstruction of the war-torn country.

The ministers emphasized a collective stance against foreign interference in Syria’s internal affairs, reiterating their commitment to the country's territorial integrity and the rights of all Syrian citizens. The final statement stressed the importance of national reconciliation, reconstruction, and the rule of law as essential pillars for long-term stability.

A key point of the discussions was the recent breakthrough agreement in Syria’s southern As-Suwayda Governorate. The ministers welcomed the peaceful resolution of the crisis, underscoring its significance in preserving Syria’s national unity and preventing further civilian harm. They expressed support for President Ahmad Al Sharaa’s pledge to hold accountable those responsible for crimes and abuses during the unrest, while urging restraint and rejecting all forms of violence, sectarian incitement, and efforts to fragment the country.

The statement also issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s ongoing attacks on Syrian territory, calling them blatant violations of international law and grave threats to regional peace and Syria’s recovery. The ministers called on the United Nations Security Council to fulfill its responsibilities, enforce international resolutions—particularly Resolution 2766 and the 1974 Disengagement Agreement—and demand Israel’s withdrawal from all occupied Syrian land.

“Syria’s sovereignty and territorial unity are not just Syrian concerns, but a matter of regional security,” the statement read. “The continued Israeli aggression undermines the efforts of the Syrian people and government to rebuild a stable, sovereign nation.”

Calling for the lifting of unilateral coercive measures that have hindered Syria’s reconstruction, the ministers urged the international community to support Damascus in rebuilding critical infrastructure, reviving its economy, and facilitating the safe return of refugees.

The Amman meeting marks a notable shift in regional diplomatic alignment, reflecting a broader Arab consensus in support of Syria’s reintegration and stabilization. Analysts say this could signal a new chapter in collective Arab efforts to resolve the Syrian crisis and push back against external interventions that prolong instability. (ILKHA)