The primary focus of the meeting will be the current situation in Syria. Von der Leyen emphasized the importance of protecting "Syria's territorial integrity and minorities" in her statements ahead of the visit.

During the discussions, topics expected to be covered include the voluntary return of Syrian refugees to their homeland, aid for Syria's reconstruction, and the broader regional implications of the ongoing Syrian crisis.

This visit underscores the EU's commitment to addressing the complexities of the Syrian conflict and its ramifications. (ILKHA)